Originally Posted by
topflightpro
I also think 255 is probably a bit high. Take a look at the cumulative six weeks power curve. At 1 hr, Dunbar is right at 200 watts, substantially below the tested 255. That supports the theory that Dunbar has a good ability to use anaerobic power to maintain a higher power output over a shorter interval effort and helps explain why he is having trouble maintaining a conversation during what he describes as moderate efforts.
Also, and this needs to be said, FTP is nothing more than a point for individual measurement. I have a rather low FTP, but it has not held me back in racing.
i did say it in my numbered points about FTP on one of the first few pages.
Agreed on the hour but he's said he doesn't have power data for serious rides over an hour in length so it's kinda what we got to go with.
Dunbar - keep building the power files and populate that curve over time. It will help you identify a lot about your own psyiology and capability.