I don't think "success" is the right words since most of us racers here could never turn pro. However, to keep my "rewarding" bike racing story short, I am an average cat 4 into my second season after racing for 2 years and 1 year as a recreational rider. Total bike miles years is 3. Age 32. I think I am somwhat gifted because guys that I could barely hang on to 3 years ago? I can drop them at will.
Here is my power profile:
Threshold power is around 220 watts to 240 watts. I weight 130 lb or 59kg. My power/weight ratio is 3.9w/kg. I am expecting my threshold power to jump higher as soon as I have more intensity workout under my legs.
Originally Posted by ZenNMotion
I'd like to hear your bike racing success stories- you know, like
I used to be a pillsbury dough-boy(girl) and started riding my bike seriously, now I'm a successful category 3...
Or- I started racing at age 40, hurt like crazy in the beginning now I whup butt with 20 year olds...
Or- I rode group rides and centuries for years, always saving racing for "next year" then I finally got serious and I went from cat 5 to cat 2 in 2 years...
Anyway, this is the time of year for dreams and despair, share your insiration!