What I did Today to prepare for Sebring 2018
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AlexisBV
Active Member
My wax is always black, even when new. I use the FrictionFacts recipe with molybdenum disulfide and teflon - supposedly better than just paraffin. And yes, all you hear after that is the sound of silence
Also far too fast to keep it indoors. That bike deserves to fly!
LarryOz
Cruzeum Curator & Sigma Wrangler
I have not had much time with the new shoes, although I did not notice any problems. Mostly because I have been fighting a really sore spot on my big left toe and I did not want "add" something else to the mix. Right now I am just praying my toe will be OK for Sebring. I will bring the shoes for a show and tell if anyone wants to see them
LarryOz
Cruzeum Curator & Sigma Wrangler
I rode a 4 1/2 hour workout today and watched the entire Sebring video from last year which worked out pretty good since the video is about 4:18 or so. It was an "endurance" ride averaging only .67 IT so certainly was not mimicking what I might "put-out" for a hard Century.
Here is the comparison of the first 101 miles of my 12-hour Sebring race last year with my workout today.
Last year I averaged 152watts and managed 23.6mph and HR=149bpm (I was not really a hard Century either - mostly a lot of goofing off until mile 90!)
My workout today I averaged 176watts with a "virtual" Zwift speed of 22.9mph and HR=129bpm (speed is obviously lower than I would be on my Vendetta and HR is low just because such a controlled environment). This time of year I may be able to hold 200watts for 4 hours if I am feeling good and fuel properly. That might be good for 24-25mph average depending of course on weather conditions.
We should have at least 6 Vendettas riding the Century this year, so I am hoping we can form a nice pace-line and average 25+ and leave everyone else in the dust!
Next Saturday I have a 4-hr ride - maybe I will crank it up a notch and see if I can keep it above 200watts for the duration.
Here is the comparison of the first 101 miles of my 12-hour Sebring race last year with my workout today.
Last year I averaged 152watts and managed 23.6mph and HR=149bpm (I was not really a hard Century either - mostly a lot of goofing off until mile 90!)
My workout today I averaged 176watts with a "virtual" Zwift speed of 22.9mph and HR=129bpm (speed is obviously lower than I would be on my Vendetta and HR is low just because such a controlled environment). This time of year I may be able to hold 200watts for 4 hours if I am feeling good and fuel properly. That might be good for 24-25mph average depending of course on weather conditions.
We should have at least 6 Vendettas riding the Century this year, so I am hoping we can form a nice pace-line and average 25+ and leave everyone else in the dust!
Next Saturday I have a 4-hr ride - maybe I will crank it up a notch and see if I can keep it above 200watts for the duration.
DavidCH
In thought; expanding the paradigm of traversity
You are in great form and keep that toe healthy... I can see the Sebring KOM being broken this year.I rode a 4 1/2 hour workout today and watched the entire Sebring video from last year which worked out pretty good since the video is about 4:18 or so. It was an "endurance" ride averaging only .67 IT so certainly was not mimicking what I might "put-out" for a hard Century.
Here is the comparison of the first 101 miles of my 12-hour Sebring race last year with my workout today.
Last year I averaged 152watts and managed 23.6mph and HR=149bpm (I was not really a hard Century either - mostly a lot of goofing off until mile 90!)
My workout today I averaged 176watts with a "virtual" Zwift speed of 22.9mph and HR=129bpm (speed is obviously lower than I would be on my Vendetta and HR is low just because such a controlled environment). This time of year I may be able to hold 200watts for 4 hours if I am feeling good and fuel properly. That might be good for 24-25mph average depending of course on weather conditions.
We should have at least 6 Vendettas riding the Century this year, so I am hoping we can form a nice pace-line and average 25+ and leave everyone else in the dust!
Next Saturday I have a 4-hr ride - maybe I will crank it up a notch and see if I can keep it above 200watts for the duration.
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Eric Winn
Zen MBB Master
This post about Christoph Strassers power data is interesting. Not sure if it has been posted here before. Unfortunately Sebring appears to be a no-go for me this year unless something weird happens. I will try for N24HC which is about 90 miles from me and/or maybe Calvin's Challenge which is about 240 miles from me. I've done N24HC twice but haven't been to Calvin's Challenge yet.
http://www.power2max.com/northamerica/record-record-christoph-strassers-2014-raam/
-Eric
http://www.power2max.com/northamerica/record-record-christoph-strassers-2014-raam/
-Eric
Jeffrey Ritter
Well-Known Member
As a newbie, I really appreciate the information sharing going on. Zwift was essential to my recovery from a broken neck (when I was not allowed to ride outside for a year) and has continued as a valued training partner, including the ability to connect and chat with others. Went through a down period the last 3 months of 2017 but back at it; decided not to try Sebring but will do Calvin's in May. I welcome any other ideas for 2018 rides to include in my calendar, not just races, but good 100 mile centuries to enjoy riding strong. Thanks everyone.
AlexisBV
Active Member
Can I be like Larry when I grow up?
LarryOz
Cruzeum Curator & Sigma Wrangler
Yes - when you do not want to take in water, then the writing is on the wall. The key is to keep fueling and replenishing water from the beginning, then that will not likely happen.
You are too kind.
In reality I am just an old guy on a fast bike that trains pretty hard and fanatical. So, all you need to do is workout about 15 hours a week following and pretty standard training plan like what is in TrainerRoad and you will be right there with me. Well, that and maybe learning to ride with little stubby handlebars to make you more aero!
DavidCH
In thought; expanding the paradigm of traversity
Nope... not going there. There has to be a safer way. Buy a vendetta in titanium.ride with little stubby handlebars to make you more aero!
CruzLike
Guru
Larry, my plan during competition is to have a Coke, V8 or a flavor packet to add to water. Something to taste and hydrate.
Today was a good day of training. It was a rest day.
Speaking of rest. About a week ago I thought my workouts were off. After a little Internet self diagnosis (can be kind of dangerous). I began a regiment of one a day men's vitamin and a Magnesium pill. I have also been sleeping an hour a day more to aid recovery. I think my muscles are feeling more normal. I plan to continue to sleep as much as a can. (8hrs)
ratz
Wielder of the Rubber Mallet
Well this sucks. We are tapping out from Sebring too. Works been a beast; and after 8 days of missed training and other up coming conflicts; we won't be making the trip down this years event fitness won't justify the week of travel, time away from the office and the expenses. So time to refocus on the shorter summer time events this year.
LarryOz
Cruzeum Curator & Sigma Wrangler
That is a real bummer Bob. (where am I gonna find another lead-out man!)
You guys might consider:
"Calvin's Challenge" in May - In Ohio so much closer for you. They have everything from Century to 24 hour.
"Mid-Atlantic" in August - This is NC about 6 hours East of me. They also have everything from Century to 24-hour -and flat as a pancake (~26 mile loop) - You can rack up some serious milage on this course.
I will be attending both of these events
Larry
LarryOz
Cruzeum Curator & Sigma Wrangler
It is not really as bad (or hard) as it looks. At last year's Cruzbike retreat Jim, Alvin and others rode my setup and liked it. Said they were surprised at how "balanced" it felt! I think one thing that helps the stability is that my arms and elbows are anchored to my torso. I am actually more twitchy and unstable with full drops.Nope... not going there. There has to be a safer way. Buy a vendetta in titanium.
Zzzorse
Zen MBB Master
You almost took out Jim Parker in that video. Hate to see you more twitchy and unstable with full drops. </teasing you>
