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Old 11-18-16 | 11:35 AM
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Originally Posted by JohnJ80
Sure.

I learned how much easier it is to up cadence to get more power than push harder. I already knew this but seeing the numbers was astounding.

I learned about proper pedaling technique and how as I changed things I was able to see the effect on my power output.

I learned a lot about the effect of various position changes on the bike with respect to aerodynamics - what changes I made vs the perceived effort in pedaling and the power output.

I learned a lot about how much and when I was slacking off (especially on slight downhill grades).

The bottom line is you can try things and instantly tell if they have a positive or negative effect on your power output. The speedy feedback is really useful.


J.
Cheers. I was just curious as to what you meant, since the word efficiency gets thrown around loosely all the time. I also find the feedback quite useful, although it is not for everyone necessarily (as Doge can attest to) and sometimes can even be counterproductive (just look at everyone obsessing over FTP and FTP only.)
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