Originally Posted by
Donegal
I have large muscular legs, today ride at 75-85 rpm and my speed has seen an instant 2 mph increase. You have to listen to your body. I am riding at my natural rythm when my friends tell me that the "tractor" is back. Put it in the big gear and ride, damnit.
In other words, spinning faster is not the only answer. Pay attention to the power meter and heart monitor, find equilibrium.
Ditto for me. I tried to spin the hell out of my legs in a low gear. I found myself blowing up on even modest climbs and struggling towards the end of long rides. I couldn't figure out why. I went back to a conservative 80 rpm cadence I was much faster over distance and not as tired on climbs.
Play to your strengths.