Dave B - Bike test question

Dave Barr

I've had an FTP that is comfortable.  I didn't get to test last week due to some family things that came up.  Should I try to squeeze in a test this week on Tuesday or just stay with the FTP I have?

Thanks

Dave

Coach Patrick

We don't recommend testing unless you feel if you need it. You should be able to tell by looking at. But Sunday tempo ride IF is higher than .85, my guess is you can probably stand to bump the FTP up by five or 10 watts --worth a shot!

Dave Barr

Thanks

thekidduxc

DB - please forgive me for hijacking your personal platform with the coach.

A lot of us in Hause do not test if we have a good handle on what our FTP is - you are not alone. Just be careful of your eyeballed FTP during the Race Prep phase. It is always better to underestimate than over estimate.

Coach Patrick

Thanks David!!! Your advice always welcome...

Dave Barr

Yes, thanks to both of you.