Ride 7% Faster For The Same Power! The Secret To Correct Ride Pacing!

Ever wondered if it's better to ride at a perfectly steady power or to smash the climbs and rest on the descents? We tested two different pacing strategies over a 28km undulating route to see which technique yields the fastest time for the same physical effort. Discover the science of "Targeted Pacing" and learn the simple tweaks you can make to your riding to save minutes on your next PB.

Chapters: ⏱️
00:00 - What is the fastest pacing strategy?
00:48 - The problem with "On-Off" riding
01:30 - The Results: 4 minutes saved!
02:07 - Why average power doesn't tell the whole story
02:41 - Why Targeted Pacing Works
05:09 - Pro Pacing Techniques
05:32 - How Bike Tech Can Help
06:37 - Drafting & Cornering Tips

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Pacing can be the difference between a new PB and a total 'bonk.' Are you a 'steady-state' rider who likes to keep the power numbers linear, or do you prefer to attack the climbs and recover on the descents? Let us know your strategy (and if it’s ever backfired!) in the comments below! 👇

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