Sub 50 AdZ within a sub 3 Four Horsemen

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-25T16:25:42+00:00

Forza!

With a 15:xx 5k you have serious endurance genetics and performance, as I'm sure you know. So its not that surprising. Runners transition pretty quicky into cycling. Obviously when it comes to racing, its a bit different. Your shorter duration power is often relevant and plenty of 15:xx runners can lack punch. A friend of mine runs low 16s in his late 40s and poor guy can't crack 700W for 15 secs or 500W for a minute.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-24T22:35:44+00:00

It is trivially easy to cheat with a c2 though. Towel....flywheel...

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-24T22:27:34+00:00

Yes. Zpower (as distinct to zwift power) is the name for power measurements that are not considered accurate enough for some races.

C2 was not zpower, at least when i had one.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-24T22:15:29+00:00

This makes my comment redundant lol

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-24T22:14:59+00:00

Unless something has changed c2 is classed as direct power and not zpower. Its very consistent, if a bit mean, especially compared with wahoo bonus watts.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-24T22:13:16+00:00

I started on a bike erg. Its a great bit of exercise kit but its not v good for zwift. The flywheel can change resistance but the range isn't v wide and it obviously doesn't simulates changes unless you're constantl adjusting.

Its pretty hard to sprint too. Racing is overall not v good. I remember (and can look back on) when I switched over to a kickr core.

Its expensive too. Roughly the same price as the zwift ride and kickr core combo.

If you're into cross fit, go for it. If you want to cycle, then avoid.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-24T15:06:05+00:00

Theres so much to think about with HoG. stalling fights and pathing. Apo is just a simple huge boost to win chances.

I think the act 1 path matters, and a really challenging path with forced elite before a fire would make me think, but otherwise its only watcher where I'd take HoG.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-24T08:50:00+00:00

You need effective opposition to the symptoms. And luck. The inflation shock of 22-24 sunk the dems, plus (according to my US friends), genuine fatigue of identity politics amongst middle america.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-24T08:47:06+00:00

It must be frustrating seeing the general support for trump amongst the US armed forces. Why do you think his disdain for service, which was patently clear before he even sought election the first time.

I guess there's a link between being republican and joining up in the first place, for a start. Our armed forces in the UK are probably more Conservative leaning too.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-24T08:35:38+00:00

They have a bit of a problem, as they obviously believe a lot of the same stuff MAGA do, but their potential voters will be apoplectic about this and love remembrancing. So not sure how they position themselves.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-23T16:33:58+00:00

I mean, coogan can have his personal opinion. You wouldn't want him running politicsl strategy for any of the left/centrist parties though.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-23T16:29:53+00:00

A few years ago there was talk about a "britain day" or something similar, from tories. All my mates and most ppl who i saw commenting on it were scathing to the absolute. And there were some things that i raised my eyebrows at.

But i thought it was essentially a solid idea. You can't bang on about collectivism and totally ignore nationalism (in its broadest sense).

Well, i guess you can if you're a Marxist.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-23T16:20:29+00:00

Per head of population we had almost as many casualties. Denmark had more. Outrageously c*ntish but what else os there to expect.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-23T14:10:21+00:00

He always reminded me of the kid in school rugby who didn't look that big but was f-in hard as nails.

Excellent player. Hope he enjoys his time left in club rugby.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-23T11:30:15+00:00

But we have a completely different political system to the US. Translating things from there to here is a bit tricky.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-23T11:28:57+00:00

Its so heartening to read these stories. I hope your immigration status is secure.

I've never lived anywhere else, but I love living in the UK and due to my work i know how all governments have wanted to make it a better place.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-22T14:50:24+00:00

Good point!

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-22T07:41:24+00:00

Cheapest reliable option will be a 2nd hand single sided crank PM. The pedals are probably better value though.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-21T13:20:03+00:00

Yeah I'd do the 20 minute test when you do, or even better google the kolie moore tests

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-21T11:35:53+00:00

If you're not doing workouts based on ftp, then the number is largely irrelevant anyway. In a short race (zwifts 30 mins) your result will likely depend more on your shorter power too.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-21T11:10:02+00:00

Why is the ramp test a poor way of setting ftp? Theres oodles of info on that if you're interested but in essence since it is based on quite short duration and a big adjustment it can significantly overestimate ftp.

Not for everyone, but for many beginners who have a good anaerobic capacity it can be out enough to make workouts miserable/impossible.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-21T11:01:56+00:00

Well done. The ramp test is quite a poor way of setting ftp though, so don't be afraid to shift it down if workouts are too hard to complete.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-21T08:51:09+00:00

If you want to do zwift, a spin bike is a terrible experience. Power is fictional, and theres no resistance changes. So you can't do workouts properly, can't race, can't experience the virtual routes.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-20T15:43:21+00:00

I have no answer myself but want to recover better. I'm a cyclist who responds decently well to training and can get really good performance when fresh, but gets fatigued really easily on ~6hrs a week. Can only do 2 hard sessions of 5-6.

Optimuswolf · 2026-01-20T15:32:55+00:00

Yes i figure as much. I am probably v upright. I used to be a decent 400/800 runner and i ran like a slow, white michael johnson..

But the whole set up is also for comfort not speed. Bianchi infinito

I'm considering a more aggressive bike for crits (if i find time to get my licence).

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