Originally Posted by
njkayaker
I don't see it as very different. But the Vector power > wheel power. Keep in mind that some of the power applied to the pedals is used to move your body weight off of the seat.
Interesting discussion. So, a better way to evaluate this is the power measured on your power meter gives you a conservative estimate of the calories you burned. If it says you burned 1,000 calories, then you burned at least 1,000, and perhaps 5-10% more.
For the purposes most people use that information for, I would say that is plenty accurate.
Now if I can figure out how many calories are burned when I walk 18 holes carrying my golf bag. That one is more complex, and the fellows on the golf forums are far less analytical!