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Old 09-25-23 | 12:22 PM
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Originally Posted by CrimsonEclipse
Standing up cycling takes about twice the energy and outputs about 50% more energy to the wheels.
No, standing does not require twice the energy than seated pedaling. For well-trained cyclists, standing and seated energy is about the same.

The power to the wheels is determined by how hard you work, not by your cycling position. You can produce more or less power standing, if you choose.
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