Originally Posted by
bigfred
Heathpack, That -60 TSB is based on an FTP that was measured how many weeks ago? How much power have you gained since then? If it's not based on you current capability it could be greatly over estimating the situation.
Exactly. Its just a number derived from other numbers, and if they are off then it throws everything off. To me the more important things to consider right now are how you feel, your crash, your illness, and the plan for the next two weeks before the event. We have no idea how he plans to taper.
Fudgy, no, she is not racing, but she has said that she wants to complete at least one event under a specified time. She is still racing against the clock for her own goals and objectives.