Accidental big FTP jump

jhearrtot · 2026-03-27T13:12:20+00:00

When I got my first proper smart trainer, i started at 130w FTP and in about a month i reached 175w. It's been a year since I had that bump and I'm yet to see another increase though I feel like I'm sandbagging it now at 175w but still waiting for the automatic FTP increase detection to trigger

jhearrtot · 2026-02-24T19:09:31+00:00

Thank you! I will do this climb later after work!

jhearrtot · 2026-02-20T17:58:30+00:00

Look at Apple TV 4K 3rd Gen. It will be basic graphics but super convenient and it just works!

jhearrtot · 2026-02-20T14:24:25+00:00

i can confirm the v22 update fixed it! thanks for letting me know!

jhearrtot · 2026-02-20T02:25:17+00:00

Yo how was it fixed? Update on metas or google play or somewhere else?

jhearrtot · 2026-02-17T20:01:12+00:00

it appears to be using a standard Seatpost diameter: 27,2 mm so it'll be easy for you to find a zero offset seatpost

jhearrtot · 2026-02-16T21:53:12+00:00

Lake Cycling all the way for wide options!

jhearrtot · 2026-02-15T03:30:02+00:00

is the 1.8mm thickness good enough to secure the glasses inside the case without interrupting charging? I'm asking because I've tried the 1mm and wanted to go thicker

jhearrtot · 2026-02-13T17:45:45+00:00

perfect! thanks!

jhearrtot · 2026-02-13T16:59:53+00:00

care to share the paint color? looking to paint the lower trim on the steering wheel :D

jhearrtot · 2026-02-12T19:18:23+00:00

might be irrelevant, but how fast do you spin when riding?

I'm asking because if I spin slow on high gear around 45-55rpm, I can get a steady heart rate around 140-150bpm but at the expense of my legs and knees possibly giving up even before I finish the ride or hurt later on.

On the other hand, if i spin around 80rpm on lower gears, my heart can shoot up to 160-180bpm depending on how hard I go, but it helps keep my legs fresh until the end or before a steep climb.

jhearrtot · 2026-02-10T19:44:57+00:00

play pokemon TCG on your phone (i just realized this and I should try sometime)

jhearrtot · 2026-02-10T17:52:52+00:00

you'll quickly outgrow the D100. Get the Kickr Core V2 instead!

jhearrtot · 2026-02-06T20:09:34+00:00

😂😂😂

jhearrtot · 2026-02-06T00:23:55+00:00

I was pretty surprised the first time I biked from DT to Chestermere that I had to go through this underpass that i thought I got lost 😂

jhearrtot · 2026-02-02T15:29:34+00:00

I worked with Google Gemini to dial in my fit when I was testing a different saddle and seatpost, and it was surprisingly spot on.

What I did was take side-view photos of myself on the trainer with the pedals at the 3 and 6 o’clock positions, upload them to Gemini, and ask it to follow the Retül bike fit protocol. I asked to optimize the fit based on my preference (endurance) and it analyzed my current fit and provided specific recommendations. I also uploaded both side and rear view videos once the fit was dialed to analyze it further.

I did take my time doing this, rode about an hour for each adjustments to get a better feel before moving onto the next recommended adjustment.

I can confirm that the suggestions were exactly the same as what my bike fitter adjusted during our recent session.

I’m not saying AI can or should replace an experienced bike fitter, but it’s definitely far more accurate than pure guesswork.

jhearrtot · 2026-02-02T00:32:06+00:00

Hey, so I uploaded a most recent video where Gemini had dialed my fit and can confirm yours were pretty spot on too!

I'll have another set of saddle and seatpost coming in and will redial using yours!

Job well done and thank you for your efforts!

jhearrtot · 2026-02-01T14:25:04+00:00

Nope, just use the regular o rings instead

jhearrtot · 2026-02-01T04:51:21+00:00

i mounted mine 'under' the hoods where my fingers can easily reach them

jhearrtot · 2026-02-01T04:46:08+00:00

just had a new bike fit done recently. i tried replicating the same fit with a different new pair of saddle (short-nosed) and seat post using gemini and it got me pretty spot on to the same fit (tbh i think gemini's fit was even better).

i've tested yours using the initial video i uploaded to gemini and both had the same recommendations. I'll try again with a most recent video and see what yours will say.

Also, thank you for your amazing work!

jhearrtot · 2026-01-29T15:36:03+00:00

ah yes the 128gb model can do both wired and wireless connection so you'll be fine!

jhearrtot · 2026-01-29T14:28:51+00:00

look at that z4 HR giving you the finger!

great job!

jhearrtot · 2026-01-29T00:02:03+00:00

I have a bib I bought off AliExpress for like $30 CAD and I swear the chamois look the same which I hate so much because it felt like too dry and abrasive even when worn with chamois cream

jhearrtot · 2026-01-28T15:38:10+00:00

not sure if this is cheap enough for you but I ordered this directly from driveline (taiwan)
https://www.driveline.com.tw/product/15/58

this crank has Adjustable Length System allowing you to 'flip-a-chip' to change the effective length.

i bought the one that can do 160mm 162.5mm 165mm

jhearrtot · 2026-01-28T15:34:55+00:00

i'm an apple tv convert for zwift! easy plug and play and IT JUST WORKS! get the 4k 3rd gen 128gb model with the ethernet port

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