I pulled out an old Spinergy DVD yesterday - 90 minute Time Trial video. At 75 minutes I realized what a crap video it was when none of the riders could keep up with the trainer Troy Jacobson (who doesn't ride, just coaches from the sideline).
So I got this idea of sharing the worst, and best training / racing ideas on my blog.
My opinions - happy to hear comments...
Bike Training Videos
Best - Train Right - Carmichael
Worst - Spinergy - Jacobson
Power Bars
Best - Hammer Bars
Worst - Most non-organic power bars laden with preservatives
Most Productive Bike Training
Best
#1 - indoor training intervals
#2 - outdoor flat time trial 3x20 minutes 3-5 min rest
Worst
Most Group rides (yeah, they are fun, but only good for base training)
Commute to work (too much stopping and starting - good for some hill work or base training)
Swim Suit
Best - Jammer
Worst - Brief
Even worse - Swim Shorts
Goggles
Best - anything that keeps the water out and doesn't fog up - I like Aqua sphere Seal XP
Worst - cheap brands that don't adjust well, slip, let water in, fog easily, scratch easily
Race Tire Choice
Best - Continental Supersonic Clinchers
Worst - Tubulars - I don't like the idea of glue on race day
Training Plan
Best - Joe Friel Triathletes Bible custom fit for your needs or one developed for you by a qualified triathlete trainer
Worst - generic web training plans that don't address specific racer needs
Training Computer
Best - Garmin with Training Center
Worst - Separate devices - cyclometer + heart rate + running pace watch with pod, etc.
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