Power Meter Options
The following article comes from Cyclingnews.com – click here for the origonal article.
As technology in our everyday life advances, so does that for our bikes. From the coaches perspective, having a rider on a power monitoring device is an extremely valuable tool, and that is an understatement! Riding with power allows the riders coach to see virtually every aspect of the ride or race. When viewing the data files online, it is as if the coach is out on the ride too. The following article opens up more options for riders to add a power meter to their bikes.
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PowerTap, SRM, Quarq, Garmin, Look, Rotor and Power2max
Just a few years ago the consumer power meter market was nearly completely dominated by just two main players: SRM and PowerTap. But this year’s Eurobike show hosted no fewer than six options that were either currently available or in final testing for pending release by spring. We also got an exclusive preview at what is looking to be another serious contender and there was at least one other player that was merely roaming the halls to gather information.
Regardless, that market is heating up in a big way.
PowerTap’s new G3
The highlight of PowerTap’s 2012 collection was its new G3 power measuring hub, which looks to have purged any niggling demons of the existing range while also providing some notable improvements.
Read MoreFear of the Gear
The following is a piece I wrote for the Cincinnati Cycle Club newsletter. You can access the site by clicking here.
Fear of the Gear
You are in a pace-line. Nice steady tempo going. You are doing your turns at the front and dropping back to take shelter and get a break. All of a sudden, a gap opens, might be your fault, might not be. But now you have to close that gap and quickly! How do you do that?
One of the hardest things to teach yourself on the bike is the art of spinning. In the July article
Read MoreMainstrasse Crit Series Final
Ed Wimmer, 1st. Joern Brockhaus, 2nd. Seth McDonald, 5th
Welcoming Sports Nutrition 2 Go!
Coach OB Online Cycling Coach Update:
In an effort to give more support to both local clients and online cycling coached clients, Coach OB is happy to welcome Sports Nutrition 2 Go (click here) to the Coach OB family of services. Nutrition plays a vital role in the sport of cycling and while we all know a little something about diet and nutrition, none of us are experts. That’s where Dawn Weahterwax at SN2G comes in; she IS an expert! The services offered by SN2G include: nutrition and hydration analysis, improved recovery methods via nutrition, supplements, pre and post training/racing meal plans and general meal guidance.
All Coach OB clients receive a 10% discount* on almost all of the SN2G services. And while the company is based in West Chester, most of the services offered have the ability to be carried out online and therefore available those cyclists coached online.
The discount applies to all Coach OB clients, but I would be happy to answer any questions you might have about SN2G.
(* – 10% OFF first time service)
Eat Well!
Dave “the ICEMAN”
Dave "the ICEMAN" winning BIG!!!!
Coach OB Online Cycling Coach Update:
Dave came to me in February of 2010 and said, “Coach OB, make me faster and stronger!” Dave had no real interest in racing or competing, he just wanted to ride better and be more involved in group rides. Thgat fall, Dave wanted to do some cross races for fun and spend time with his kids that were taking part in “LionHearts“, which get children involved in cyclocross. That program is a whole awesome story in itself! In December of 2010, Dave broke his leg BIG TIME in a cross race. His recovery was slow and painful. In the Spring of 2011, Dave did a few of the Spring Training Series road races as a Cat 5, finishing well in each. The PUR Tour was Dave’s first REAL RACE, and he NAILED IT! Good job ICEMAN! Proud of you!!!
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Want to WIN? Want to get on the podium??
Coach OB Online Cycling Coach Update:
Coach OB riders get 1st, 2nd and 3rd at Mainstrasse on Wednesday.
GREAT work gentlemen!!!!
- 1st, Seth McDonald. 2nd, Edward Wimmer. 3rd, Joern Brockhaus
Want to WIN? Want to get on the podium?? Coach OB might just help you get there!!!
These guys didn’t just get on the podium by accident. They all work hard and follow their coach’s advice!
Ohio State Masters Rankings
Coach OB Online Cycling Coach Update:
Pretty Happy with This
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Mens Cat 1 (1-99) Road Race Rankings in OHIO (2011) There are 6 results. |
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| 2011 | NAME | AGE | ||
| RANK | POINTS | RESULTS | ||
| 1 |
60 |
1 | Ryan Gamm | 30-35 |
| 1 |
60 |
1 | Jonathan Shell | 35-39 |
| 1 |
60 |
1 | O’Brien Forbes | 45-49 |
| 4 |
55 |
1 | John Gatch | 45-49 |
| 5 |
35 |
1 | Abraham McNutt | 30-35 |
| 6 |
13 |
1 | Brian Batke | 50-54 |
Masters Crit - Tour d'Burg
Fresh Fast Legs – from Bicycling Magazine
This comes from Bicycling Magazine.
The article talks about different leg recovery methods. At the end of each one, I give my take on them.
Method: Water immersion
Science: Some studies suggest that a cold water dunk after a hard ride helps clear lactic acid and reduce inflammation. Others conclude that it helps athletes feel less fatigued and sore.
Convenience: Unless there’s a spring-fed lake at the end of every ride, you’re out of luck. And you’ll deplete your ice supply if you frequently do this at home.
Dork Factor: At home, low. Setting up a garbage-can ice spa at a venue? So ridiculous, it might be cool.
Coach OB Online Cycling Coach’s Take: I have not done this. I think it started with runners. To me, the thought of putting my legs, and other body parts, in icey-cold water is NOT appealing!
Method: Compression clothing
Science: Research suggests that compression tights can help reduce blood-lactate levels and speed recovery. Studies show athletes feel fresher and experience less muscle soreness after wearing them. For optimum effect, you may need to wear them during hard efforts, not just afterward.
Convenience: If you pack ‘em, you can wear ‘em.
Dork Factor: As high as the knee socks, but cancelled out in similar company
Coach OB Online Cycling Coach’s Take: I have the Skins RY400 recovery tights and I LOVE THEM! I use these after a hard training session or a race knowing I need extra recvoery for the next day. Only drawback is that they are hot in the summer time! And my family laughs at me when I wear them without anything over the top.
Method: Drinking chocolate milk
Science: In a study of cyclists who rode until fully depleted, the pedalers who chugged chocolate milk afterward were able to hammer about 50 percent longer on their next ride before fatiguing than those who consumed a commercial carb-protein recovery drink.
Convenience: As close as the nearest 7-Eleven.
Dork Factor: Zip. Chocolate milk’s hipness never expires.
Coach OB Online Cycling Coach’s Take: LOVE chocolate milk! I have done this after races especially when I know it might be a while before I am able to take in quality food. I think this is a good one to follow!
Thanks for reading!
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