I can't even begin to imagine how you'd get through a Sufferfest video without a fan in the first place.
I use a box fan (20"?) that is positioned more or less above my front axle, about level with my handlebars off the floor, and tipped so I get coverage from my hands to my head while riding on the hoods.
In a ~50 degree garage, I'll leave it off, or just barely turning while I warm up, and then increase the speed as the effort increases. For a LTT'ish ride, I may only get it up to mid-speed, but any of the Sufferfest's it'll be on full for the duration.
Originally Posted by
simonaway427
So I finally got around to buying a decent floor fan for my training sessions. Oh my gosh, what a difference.
I know the following example isn't exactly scientific, but I think in general, it speaks to the benefits of using a fan while on the trainer.
Some points:
- workout is Sufferfest "A Very Dark Place"
- effort and cadence instructions were followed (more like attempted)
- 1st workout (in BLUE without fan) - beginning of Feb '12. 2nd workout (in RED with fan) - end of March '12
- both workouts done after supper, about 7pm
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Bottom line, invest in a darn fan.