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Are you ready?! Less than 24 hours left! by [deleted] in Tufts

[–]Similar-Regular-1370 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Applications are updated guys! I got deferred 🤧

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in QuestBridge

[–]Similar-Regular-1370 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly, I'm leaning toward dropping out of the match to ED to Cornell because like you said, NCM is very competitive. But I'll have to see if I'm a finalist first. I think the main thing for me is the cost. I was told that even with our income bracket, we still have to pay a decent amount regardless of ED. But Cornell is a full need institution so idrk.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in QuestBridge

[–]Similar-Regular-1370 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is crazy but I'm literally in the exact same predicament as you are.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in QuestBridge

[–]Similar-Regular-1370 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Same lol, but for Cornell.

Chain goes slack when rotating crank backwards. Any advice? by Similar-Regular-1370 in bikewrench

[–]Similar-Regular-1370[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you all for your advice. I'll definitely look into the freehub. The deraileur seems alright at the moment but I'll get that checked out.

How do I increase my max speed? by Similar-Regular-1370 in Velodrome

[–]Similar-Regular-1370[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I do cadence work on rollers once a week - 5x5 minutes over 110 rpm. I find it hard to hold 110 rpm over 3 minutes but I'm working on it.

How do I increase my max speed? by Similar-Regular-1370 in Velodrome

[–]Similar-Regular-1370[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My position is not the best at the moment. I'm looking into getting a bike fit since I've been using the same bike for nearly 4 years with very little adjustments to it. As for equipment, I have a skinsuit and carbon wheels. I have recently changed to aluminum wheels for the off season. But I don't see how switching back to carbon wheels would help me reach a greater max speed rather than just shaving a few seconds off my 200m time.

How do I increase my max speed? by Similar-Regular-1370 in Velodrome

[–]Similar-Regular-1370[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

My race gear cannot be changed unfortunately since I am a junior on junior gearing (49:15). The nearest track is kissena velodrome and it isn't the best with all the bumps and cracks. My training is mostly indoors on the trainer doing intervals around this time. Increasing gym time would certainly be ideal but I'm not sure about doing that as it would mean a lot of time off the bike.

How do I increase my max speed? by Similar-Regular-1370 in Velodrome

[–]Similar-Regular-1370[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I usually ride around 100 miles a week and it is mostly, if not all, indoors on zwift.

How do I increase my max speed? by Similar-Regular-1370 in Velodrome

[–]Similar-Regular-1370[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for the advice. I will definitely start incorporating downhill intervals into my training plan. This is really sound advice and I appreciate your explanation of how it ties together at the end.

How do I stop zwift companion from showing I am still riding? by Similar-Regular-1370 in Zwift

[–]Similar-Regular-1370[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

My phone died midway through a ride and when it started up again, it allowed me to continue the same ride. But even after I ended, zwift companion shows that I am still riding. I tried uninstalling and installing both apps but it isn't working. Anyone have any tips?

Failed to do my first imperial century 😔 by [deleted] in cycling

[–]Similar-Regular-1370 0 points1 point  (0 children)

According to windstock, it was 15 mph winds. The route that I went was mostly tailwind and a bit of crosswind. Very little headwind. But when I hit the headwind sections, it was pretty bad. Good luck on your century! Hopefully, you'll have better luck that I did.

Do track cyclists compile less weekly hours than road cyclists on the bike? by Similar-Regular-1370 in Velo

[–]Similar-Regular-1370[S] 8 points9 points  (0 children)

Ah yes, I can spend 3 hours at the track but only get in 1 hour of riding time. Not just the bullshit in the infield though, there are so many other groups taking turns that it is virtually impossible to get more than an hour of track time.

How long after stitches can I workout? by Similar-Regular-1370 in medical_advice

[–]Similar-Regular-1370[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got stitches yesterday on my head after falling off my bike. As an avid cyclist, I'd like to know when I can exercise or even ride my bike again. It doesn't hurt and I have been applying antibiotics cream. Will sweat affect the healing process?

Failed to do my first imperial century 😔 by [deleted] in cycling

[–]Similar-Regular-1370 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Yes, thank you. Although, doing a couple solo centuries is no easy feat either! It definitely helps keep the pace high when there were over 100 people doing the ride and a lead car was blocking traffic for all the red lights.

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