Hi Jeff, I'm Cycling amateur from Brazil. I'm a beginner cyclist and I can relate to a lot of these tips. Learning is an eternal process, I try to take the best from every moment at and out the bike. I'm 51 years old and time is running, so I do my best couse I love cycling. This is one of your best videos for me, good job and congratulations.
Hi Jeff! I would just like to thank you for everything you do for the cycling community. I think it’s amazing how you’re helping everyone to become a better cyclist 😊
100% on point with your observations and I LOVE the format! This information cuts through the Internet sensationalism. IMO this content helps new aspiring riders come to grips with the fact that racing sucks, it's hard, but the actual racing part is unique and so awesome. At the end of the day, racers keep coming back for the challenge and fight of racing, not for gear, or watts, or wins. Sure, wins are a great motivator, but are rare or invisible for most. Keep this content coming!!!!
Wave to people, yes!! and always stop to help people! Thank you Jeff. Ever since an octogenarian stopped to helped me fix a flat I ask everyone if they need anything. Had a disaster flat the other day and three guys gave me a patch and CO2 to fix it. Was 30 miles out. Saved my morning!
Hey Jeff I have missed your fireside chats like this don't get me wrong I really do like the other videos you make are great however doing something like this video twice a month would be great.
I heartily recommend cyclocross to everyone who has the opportunity to do it. It picks up around the end of crit season, so you can carry some of your summer fitness into it. It's also great if you felt like you boned your A race, so you can use up some of that leftover fitness before you go into the winter doldrums of Zone 2. CX forces you to learn uncomfortable bike handling stuff while you're going cross-eyed on a 1-hour power session, and it really exposes where your power profile strengths and weaknesses are. It's also a fantastic opportunity to learn how to race with purpose. Why are you glued to that wheel? Why are you taking this line? Why are you letting that move go? Where are you going to make your move? The bar to entry is super low. You don't need a CX bike, although it's nice. Run what ya brung and have a beer or two afterward. I love to ride two races, the category I'm in and the free-for-all open category, if I can.
This is definitely the way to go. Racing cross is a great way to keep that top end in the off-season from the road, and usually I end up with only a month or two of Z2-only rides as a result. Can’t recommend it enough.
Love the format - so much info just given without walking around the cake pulling the time. I am normally an impacient viewer and skip when the talk gets long. Because people repeat themselves (GCN cough cough). I click on a video and expect the info farely imediatly without too much bullshitting. And this was exactly that ! Thanks!
I'm not goin to racing stuff. I'm kinda old to start (35+) and I'm not fit (hope it's YET instead of ANYMORE ;) and it's war over here ;( But this recommendations was helpful. Thank you for sharing knowledge. Your videos become a part of my motivation to ride more and with more quality and sense. Thank you! And yes this format is awesome!
I love watching your video, then I started racing crits this year. So far, i got kicked myass a lot, but I love it! Hopefully, I will upgrade at the end of the season. Keep making videos, please!
Thanks Jeff. I would love to hear your thoughts on chainsets and (cassette) gear ratios, crank lengths. Are a lot of big watts coming from big front chain rings? If you are a low cadence cyclist should you opt for a bigger front chain ring since you cannot spin up the watts? Or should you stay with semi-compact to try and boost cadence / acceleration? How have your chainset setups changed over your years of racing?
More of this type of videos Jeff! Being in depth with your tips really help us understand more as begginer cyclist that wants to race! Keep on going Jeff
more of these man. will watch whatever you want to make. what do you carry on rides for tools and spares? what size tires and what pressure? waxing your chain yet or oil? favorite bar tape? burrito or pizza?
I found your race analysis vids interesting 2 years ago, been watching your content since. I've never raced a crit, but ride Road, Gravel, and XC for fun and pushing myself. I have 1 XC race under my belt, and looking to sign up for BWR AZ next year. I also recently got married and have a 1 year old. So time and attention is scarce. I would love a content on how to go from 0 races to the mindset you've described here, thanks Jeff!!
“What am I doing and why am I doing it” - this comment gave me chills because it has layers. Obviously, it directly applies to racing but it also applies to mundane moments in life and when reflecting on our life’s trajectory.
Another awesome video. Not sure about 1300w at 150 pounds (19.1 w/kg) being better than 1900w at 200 pounds (20.9) part, but the fact that I even checked the math is probably just cuz I’m taller & thus both on the heavy side and feeling defensive. 😬
If you’re comparing the same person at both weights, then presumably they’re more aero at the lower weight. However, not everyone has 50 pounds to lose and if they’ve lost 600W from their sprint, then they’ve sacrificed muscle and fitness to get there, which means they’re underweight or lost it unhealthily. Much better to be 170 lbs and have a 1700 W sprint (22 W/kg sprint)
I'd still agree with his statement and it makes sense for a couple of reasons. Even if their Watts per kg were identical the larger one would be pushing alot more air. And the smaller rider would likely ramp up to max power quicker as you can't just go from mid power to full maximum effort in one pedal revolution. It takes a few to really build into your max. And for the larger rider possibly a few more crank revolutions to get there than the smaller rider. So after one second they would be accelerating roughly the same but the smaller rider would get that small increment of distance first.
Thanks for such great videos Jeff. I watch your videos and it has significantly improved my race performance and race craft. In the U.K. we do more closed track crits rather than more tight bends narrow centre crits. For a first time, they organised a town centre crit in the heart of London and was the most technical thing I ever done and it was raining to top it up. I was hoping you could talk about how to efficiently ride in such courses and taking very narrow tight turns effectively (almost 90 degree turns) . Thank you again!
Great video Jeff! A couple points hit close to home. First, I'm on the podium most races on a 2011 Specialized Allez with some new Roval CL50 wheels (which i bought to feel like a racer haha), so in the lower categories, I completely agree! Power and weight, again, completely agree. 3 of the last 4 years, the 50+ Cat 1/2 state champ was the aame guy with a 900w sprint. He comes to the local practice race I ride every week, and his 900w at 140lbs > my 1400w at 180 lbs. There's a reason he wins so much, he's snappy, has a sprint at the end of a race, and is an incredibly smart racer. I vote to throw in this style of video once in a while! And no one is too pro to wave at fellow cyclists!
What a delightful video! Tons of practical advice, and given quickly in easy-to-digest capsules. You learned the hard way and willingly shared it w/the rest of us. Admirable, and thank you!
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Please do this kind of videos. Greetings from Lithuania. Very interesting to see the perspective from other side of the pond.
Thanks for the great content! I'm 35 this year with only about 2 years of leisure cycling. No intentions to race at all, but whatever you've mentioned in the video, are still good learning points for someone like myself. This format works well too. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience!
Absolutely excellent advice. I used to be in a similar role as Jeff and make-it-fun was my number 1 rule. If you can't make it fun then you're going to eventually burn out. Also spot on advice is queuing those superficial upgrades like new socks, shoe covers, etc for your A prio events. Feeling fast tends to mean you go fast.
The “problem” is about the gear thing. Todays really high qual stuff is a available for the public and this raise the level of amateur cycling, from training riders only to low level racers. Money talks and obviously its hard to accept if you cant have that hot sh*t that everybody else around you has. On one side it made cycling to even more competitive and interesting, on the other hand its sad that many people gets a Maap jersey before even able to ride without one hand on a road bike etc etc. great video jeff and thank you that sharing your experience with us!!
Jeff, thanks for all the tips you give us! I really appreciate this type of content, the type where you just talk to us. You are a big inspiration for many riders.
Another great vid, Jeff. I'm sure for those who race, this is helpful, and even for those who don't. Though I'd emphasize for everyone, don't forget to enjoy the ride.
More discussion vids! It'd be nice to have a stockpile of topics for when the race footage is low. I thought your list was well put together and I agreed with all of them.
1 hard one maybe everyone can chip in : What is the BEST training tire from the longevity perspective (distance) in Tubeless that you would recommend ? Conti 5000 only last about 5000 Km and are not cheap ! Great format.
if you are on a budget, tubeless is the worst option. Setups are finicky and the tires don't last as long as their tubed counterparts... plus there are so many more options with tubed tires, for training. Racing, tubeless is important, because flats can take away your race.
Great format, it is even nice that you lied to tell about 14 things, 10 made it full of content ;) You have got lot of experience&knowledge, sharing it with interesting way and still being humble. All the best in the future, I'll follow!
Yes this format is handy. For a nother video could it be about nutricion, you said "eat more carbs" but we really never know how much, i seriously struggle about nutrition.
Hi Jeff! It is a really great and helpful video! Just wanna ask about what do you recommend to eat and drink before, during, and after trainings as well as races. Really love the channel and the videos!
Hi Jeff, thanks for the video, I know dietary requirements are different person to person but do you have a video about a typical week for you including diet and training, I have a good idea on the subject but would be interested in your plan as the veteran you are, no worries if not, either way happy 14 years.
Love the format and thank you for the tips. Would love to understand that structured training you did in 2018 and some before, during and after numbers. Good job with the channel and hope to hear from you soon.
How can you perform structured training when out on the road? Or should you limit training to an indoor trainer. I find whenever I’m outside, even with a power meter it’s really hard to stick to a certain power due to the nature of outdoor riding (hills, traffic etc)
Doing structured training indoors is much easier especially if you have ERG mode on your trainer. However, it is still absolutely possible to do structured workouts outside. This may require you to do hill repeats if you're doing VO2 or pick a flatter route if you are doing z2, but it's definitely possible. It's really about being disciplined because when you're outside and if you're trying to do Z2 and there are small inclines here and there that get up to maybe 6-7% gradient, you will be going VERY slowly on those hills and then you will go very fast downhill because you still stay on the pedals with the same power haha. It takes some practice and a lot of discipline to stick to what you scheduled to do but it's going to make you faster, so practice it! 👊 I particularly enjoy Anaerobic/Sprint workouts outside because I have a static trainer and it's hard to generate bigger watts on it.
Hi Jeff, I've been watching/subscribed for a year and I really like your channel, it provides an adult, fact based, and informative explanation of race strategy. I don't race, because I'm too old, and too afraid of crashing, but I love your dissection of strategies-it really helps me enjoy watching a race. I like this direct, simple format of video as a break in the routine, it's nice, but I do like the race footage more. By way of advice/criticism, I will say that the jumpy cutting is a little bothersome- if it is the result of actual cuts and retakes, I won't complain; but if you are doing it for effect, like so many young people do (to make it seem more intersting?) then I would say that I don't like it. I won't stop watching though....
great tips for someone like myself getting ready for my first road race. Jeff, you mentioned a 2:1 ration for carbs but curious on your thoughts with a 1:1 ratio glucose to fructose.
The science backs up 2:1 being the ideal ratio. Especially as you increase the amount in your bottle. If you have a lower amount of carbs in your bottle like 40g it probably won't make much of a difference (total Bro science on that comment, but common sense). But as you go out to 90g+. Your body definitely can't process that amount from 1 type of carb and having 2 ensures more is going into your system.
@@duenorth3809 There's one thing you need to keep in mind. To my knowledge the magical 0.8/1.0 fructose to glucose ratio which reportedly gives the highest oxidation rate comes from a single research and they compared only 0/1.0 and 0.5/1.0 and 0.8/1.0 ratios. They didn't test the 1.0/1.0 ratio. I guess the reason was they did not want to accidentally prove that plain table sugar is as good as any 'optimised' formula. Personally I use table sugar. It's 40 times cheaper and does the job very well.
This was so informative and helpful and I really enjoy these types of videos, thanks! Could you make a video or talk about what is the approach u go for to cut weight? And what is your race weight/how to find out? But either way, great video again, keep it up! ❤
Great video, and I would like to see these types of videos maybe once a month. Three race videos and one advice/tips/maintenance/ etc... video per month.
I really enjoyed this format today - More Please... Tips & Tricks ( for lack of a better term ) from a guy who is an active racer are much more appreciated than comments from a talking head, who at times only come off as a shill - trying to sell / promote a product that was just released ( read as NDA expired today )... Don't get me wrong - I'm happy to hear about products that your like or support - but I grow tired how it seems that 8 of the top RUclips bike channels all seem to praise the latest and greatest within a 24hr period with very similar scripts / press releases.............
Jeff, I like this type of format. Perhaps a video on how to work thru the inevitable challenges riders face.
I struggle keeping the donkey off the asphalt, so I assume road rash derailing training structure is another challenge
yeah like bike prices
Crashes are a big continual challenge.. the mental and physical recovery involved in coming back from a serious (inevitable) crash is a big one, imo.
I think the same.😀
Hi Jeff, I'm Cycling amateur from Brazil. I'm a beginner cyclist and I can relate to a lot of these tips. Learning is an eternal process, I try to take the best from every moment at and out the bike. I'm 51 years old and time is running, so I do my best couse I love cycling. This is one of your best videos for me, good job and congratulations.
Hi Jeff! I would just like to thank you for everything you do for the cycling community. I think it’s amazing how you’re helping everyone to become a better cyclist 😊
This is great, Jeff - thank you! How about "10 things that make a great teammate". I'd love to hear your perspective from your years of experience
number one, always chase your team mate.
“The most important piece of gear I’ve ever bought is… this Scott” 😂
100% on point with your observations and I LOVE the format! This information cuts through the Internet sensationalism. IMO this content helps new aspiring riders come to grips with the fact that racing sucks, it's hard, but the actual racing part is unique and so awesome. At the end of the day, racers keep coming back for the challenge and fight of racing, not for gear, or watts, or wins. Sure, wins are a great motivator, but are rare or invisible for most. Keep this content coming!!!!
Wave to people, yes!! and always stop to help people! Thank you Jeff.
Ever since an octogenarian stopped to helped me fix a flat I ask everyone if they need anything. Had a disaster flat the other day and three guys gave me a patch and CO2 to fix it. Was 30 miles out. Saved my morning!
Hey Jeff I have missed your fireside chats like this don't get me wrong I really do like the other videos you make are great however doing something like this video twice a month would be great.
I heartily recommend cyclocross to everyone who has the opportunity to do it. It picks up around the end of crit season, so you can carry some of your summer fitness into it. It's also great if you felt like you boned your A race, so you can use up some of that leftover fitness before you go into the winter doldrums of Zone 2. CX forces you to learn uncomfortable bike handling stuff while you're going cross-eyed on a 1-hour power session, and it really exposes where your power profile strengths and weaknesses are. It's also a fantastic opportunity to learn how to race with purpose. Why are you glued to that wheel? Why are you taking this line? Why are you letting that move go? Where are you going to make your move?
The bar to entry is super low. You don't need a CX bike, although it's nice. Run what ya brung and have a beer or two afterward. I love to ride two races, the category I'm in and the free-for-all open category, if I can.
This is definitely the way to go. Racing cross is a great way to keep that top end in the off-season from the road, and usually I end up with only a month or two of Z2-only rides as a result. Can’t recommend it enough.
Nice! I've recently won my first crit after about 40 races. Enjoying the proces, learning from mistakes, perfecting the game plan, and sticking to it.
Love the format - so much info just given without walking around the cake pulling the time. I am normally an impacient viewer and skip when the talk gets long. Because people repeat themselves (GCN cough cough). I click on a video and expect the info farely imediatly without too much bullshitting.
And this was exactly that ! Thanks!
I'm not goin to racing stuff. I'm kinda old to start (35+) and I'm not fit (hope it's YET instead of ANYMORE ;) and it's war over here ;( But this recommendations was helpful. Thank you for sharing knowledge. Your videos become a part of my motivation to ride more and with more quality and sense. Thank you!
And yes this format is awesome!
35 isn't old. You have a looooong time on your bike to come!
Jeff, you’re a great racer and a great teacher as well. Thanks, I’ve learned a lot from your videos.
Plus 1 for more vids like this. Love your race commentary but you’ve got so much more to give us!
I love watching your video, then
I started racing crits this year. So far, i got kicked myass a lot, but I love it! Hopefully, I will upgrade at the end of the season.
Keep making videos, please!
Tagerdem bandages is my tip if you plan on racing. Not that I crash much, it is nice to have for in case
Thanks Jeff. I would love to hear your thoughts on chainsets and (cassette) gear ratios, crank lengths. Are a lot of big watts coming from big front chain rings? If you are a low cadence cyclist should you opt for a bigger front chain ring since you cannot spin up the watts? Or should you stay with semi-compact to try and boost cadence / acceleration? How have your chainset setups changed over your years of racing?
This is so on point! Wish I watched it 8 years ago when I got started. Anyone watching that is new to racing TAKE NOTES!
More of this type of videos Jeff! Being in depth with your tips really help us understand more as begginer cyclist that wants to race! Keep on going Jeff
Great advise. Probably the most concise breakdown I have seen. Read it, know it, live it.
more of these man. will watch whatever you want to make. what do you carry on rides for tools and spares? what size tires and what pressure? waxing your chain yet or oil? favorite bar tape? burrito or pizza?
I like this format! Appreciate you distilling down years of reaching experience into some simple lessons.
No 11: Dig the tash 〰️
Love the format, love the advice, esp carb intake and weight loss.
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As someone who is always looking for ways to become better and faster, these videos are pure gold.
I found your race analysis vids interesting 2 years ago, been watching your content since. I've never raced a crit, but ride Road, Gravel, and XC for fun and pushing myself.
I have 1 XC race under my belt, and looking to sign up for BWR AZ next year. I also recently got married and have a 1 year old. So time and attention is scarce.
I would love a content on how to go from 0 races to the mindset you've described here, thanks Jeff!!
I do like this format, enjoyed the past videos as well that were about bike and gear set up at a specific budget
Thanks, Jeff. How about a video about setting up your power meters and how to properly use it. Plus your camera setup.
Tip #2 "Prepare yourself for a lot of failures"... Yep, I'm doing great right off the bat!! 😂
Big fan of the format Jeff! Love the channel, keep it up 🚴
Hey Jeff, like your formatting! Many of your shared suggestions are horded by others. Thanks so much!
Mike D.
“What am I doing and why am I doing it” - this comment gave me chills because it has layers. Obviously, it directly applies to racing but it also applies to mundane moments in life and when reflecting on our life’s trajectory.
that one hits hard
Another awesome video. Not sure about 1300w at 150 pounds (19.1 w/kg) being better than 1900w at 200 pounds (20.9) part, but the fact that I even checked the math is probably just cuz I’m taller & thus both on the heavy side and feeling defensive. 😬
If you’re comparing the same person at both weights, then presumably they’re more aero at the lower weight. However, not everyone has 50 pounds to lose and if they’ve lost 600W from their sprint, then they’ve sacrificed muscle and fitness to get there, which means they’re underweight or lost it unhealthily. Much better to be 170 lbs and have a 1700 W sprint (22 W/kg sprint)
I'd still agree with his statement and it makes sense for a couple of reasons. Even if their Watts per kg were identical the larger one would be pushing alot more air. And the smaller rider would likely ramp up to max power quicker as you can't just go from mid power to full maximum effort in one pedal revolution. It takes a few to really build into your max. And for the larger rider possibly a few more crank revolutions to get there than the smaller rider. So after one second they would be accelerating roughly the same but the smaller rider would get that small increment of distance first.
Thanks for such great videos Jeff. I watch your videos and it has significantly improved my race performance and race craft. In the U.K. we do more closed track crits rather than more tight bends narrow centre crits. For a first time, they organised a town centre crit in the heart of London and was the most technical thing I ever done and it was raining to top it up. I was hoping you could talk about how to efficiently ride in such courses and taking very narrow tight turns effectively (almost 90 degree turns) . Thank you again!
Great video Jeff! A couple points hit close to home. First, I'm on the podium most races on a 2011 Specialized Allez with some new Roval CL50 wheels (which i bought to feel like a racer haha), so in the lower categories, I completely agree!
Power and weight, again, completely agree. 3 of the last 4 years, the 50+ Cat 1/2 state champ was the aame guy with a 900w sprint. He comes to the local practice race I ride every week, and his 900w at 140lbs > my 1400w at 180 lbs. There's a reason he wins so much, he's snappy, has a sprint at the end of a race, and is an incredibly smart racer.
I vote to throw in this style of video once in a while! And no one is too pro to wave at fellow cyclists!
Jeff love this format, thank you.☺️! You have improved cycling for many of us and you make it fun in the process 👊🏿
What a delightful video! Tons of practical advice, and given quickly in easy-to-digest capsules. You learned the hard way and willingly shared it w/the rest of us. Admirable, and thank you!
Please do this kind of videos. Greetings from Lithuania. Very interesting to see the perspective from other side of the pond.
Thanks for the great content! I'm 35 this year with only about 2 years of leisure cycling. No intentions to race at all, but whatever you've mentioned in the video, are still good learning points for someone like myself.
This format works well too. Thanks for sharing your knowledge and experience!
Absolutely excellent advice. I used to be in a similar role as Jeff and make-it-fun was my number 1 rule. If you can't make it fun then you're going to eventually burn out. Also spot on advice is queuing those superficial upgrades like new socks, shoe covers, etc for your A prio events. Feeling fast tends to mean you go fast.
Nice touch on getting used to not win that much (if ever). Great compliment to Mohoric interview
The “problem” is about the gear thing. Todays really high qual stuff is a available for the public and this raise the level of amateur cycling, from training riders only to low level racers. Money talks and obviously its hard to accept if you cant have that hot sh*t that everybody else around you has. On one side it made cycling to even more competitive and interesting, on the other hand its sad that many people gets a Maap jersey before even able to ride without one hand on a road bike etc etc. great video jeff and thank you that sharing your experience with us!!
All good points. Thanks Jeff! Love the mention about waving to other riders too!
Great video, Jeff.
🏆As a rider competing in the Intelligentsia Cup Men’s CAT2, it’s been really fun to watch you in the P1/2 series!
Sage advice and wisdom, very practical and without an agenda to push.....consistently some of the best cycling content on RUclips. Thanks Jeff!
Your videos are super informative, so I will likely watch this style video and the race breakdown videos if you make them.
Awesome format. Loads of great content and advise. Rapid fire style.
yes Jeff, I like this format. Thanks. Maybe something about how a junior race gets started would be a good topic for the future.
Love these type of Videos Jeff! - We need more of this type of Format!
20th at Winfield........Good work.
Concise and practical information for a new guy - keep it honest! Thanks
Thank you for the honest info on weight! its refreshing and useful!
Hi Jeff. I agree with everything you said. Love the format. Can you do a video on creating a training plan and basic nutrition tips
Amazing Info Jeff Keep doing this kind of videos
Jeff, thanks for all the tips you give us! I really appreciate this type of content, the type where you just talk to us. You are a big inspiration for many riders.
Great format with very valuable info as always! Thank U Jeff
Great video, great reminders of what we need to focus on.
yes to this format. i was tuned in.
Jeff if you could expand on different types of training that would be awesome. Liking this new format btw.
I don't race but I get a lot of value from these sort of videos. And they are just fun to watch!
Great, honest, to the point video. Good stuff Jeff.
Thank you for this video. Now I have things to think about.
Finally new good advice. Struggling to click on it thinking “Jeeez not again” but actually you really surprised me. Good vid
Great "cheat sheet" advice @Jeff. Love your work, mate. 👏
Another great vid, Jeff. I'm sure for those who race, this is helpful, and even for those who don't. Though I'd emphasize for everyone, don't forget to enjoy the ride.
Hey Jeff, I started racing this year and your vids are so informative, Thanks.
More discussion vids! It'd be nice to have a stockpile of topics for when the race footage is low. I thought your list was well put together and I agreed with all of them.
1 hard one maybe everyone can chip in : What is the BEST training tire from the longevity perspective (distance) in Tubeless that you would recommend ? Conti 5000 only last about 5000 Km and are not cheap !
Great format.
if you are on a budget, tubeless is the worst option. Setups are finicky and the tires don't last as long as their tubed counterparts... plus there are so many more options with tubed tires, for training. Racing, tubeless is important, because flats can take away your race.
Great format, it is even nice that you lied to tell about 14 things, 10 made it full of content ;) You have got lot of experience&knowledge, sharing it with interesting way and still being humble. All the best in the future, I'll follow!
I love this kind of content so much! Straight to the point and entertained at the same time!
Yeah, i like this video every once in a while. Power meter and proper training definitely most important things to get the best out of yourself.
Yes this format is handy. For a nother video could it be about nutricion, you said "eat more carbs" but we really never know how much, i seriously struggle about nutrition.
Hi Jeff! It is a really great and helpful video! Just wanna ask about what do you recommend to eat and drink before, during, and after trainings as well as races. Really love the channel and the videos!
Love this format!
Hi Jeff, thanks for the video, I know dietary requirements are different person to person but do you have a video about a typical week for you including diet and training, I have a good idea on the subject but would be interested in your plan as the veteran you are, no worries if not, either way happy 14 years.
Love the format and thank you for the tips. Would love to understand that structured training you did in 2018 and some before, during and after numbers. Good job with the channel and hope to hear from you soon.
Spot on! I would also add, find a mentor. A rider who is older and more experience. They tend to be quit crafty.
I love this Jeff very helpful to know from an experience cyclist! 👏
How can you perform structured training when out on the road? Or should you limit training to an indoor trainer. I find whenever I’m outside, even with a power meter it’s really hard to stick to a certain power due to the nature of outdoor riding (hills, traffic etc)
Doing structured training indoors is much easier especially if you have ERG mode on your trainer. However, it is still absolutely possible to do structured workouts outside. This may require you to do hill repeats if you're doing VO2 or pick a flatter route if you are doing z2, but it's definitely possible. It's really about being disciplined because when you're outside and if you're trying to do Z2 and there are small inclines here and there that get up to maybe 6-7% gradient, you will be going VERY slowly on those hills and then you will go very fast downhill because you still stay on the pedals with the same power haha. It takes some practice and a lot of discipline to stick to what you scheduled to do but it's going to make you faster, so practice it! 👊 I particularly enjoy Anaerobic/Sprint workouts outside because I have a static trainer and it's hard to generate bigger watts on it.
Nice vid buddy! Thx for your honest words!! 🙌
Hi Jeff,
I've been watching/subscribed for a year and I really like your channel, it provides an adult, fact based, and informative explanation of race strategy. I don't race, because I'm too old, and too afraid of crashing, but I love your dissection of strategies-it really helps me enjoy watching a race.
I like this direct, simple format of video as a break in the routine, it's nice, but I do like the race footage more.
By way of advice/criticism, I will say that the jumpy cutting is a little bothersome- if it is the result of actual cuts and retakes, I won't complain; but if you are doing it for effect, like so many young people do (to make it seem more intersting?) then I would say that I don't like it.
I won't stop watching though....
Please do a 8-10 hour/week structured training plan. I basically only do junk miles and would like to take training to the next level
IDK Jeff. I raced with you well before 2018 and you were a monster.
That old Fuji Roubaix ACR (I think?) with the cheap Williams wheels and Gossamer cranks is perfection.
Got me to cat2, and honestly it was never the thing holding me back when i struggled in the p/1/2
Great content, personality and stories. Thanks man.
great tips for someone like myself getting ready for my first road race. Jeff, you mentioned a 2:1 ration for carbs but curious on your thoughts with a 1:1 ratio glucose to fructose.
The science backs up 2:1 being the ideal ratio. Especially as you increase the amount in your bottle. If you have a lower amount of carbs in your bottle like 40g it probably won't make much of a difference (total Bro science on that comment, but common sense). But as you go out to 90g+. Your body definitely can't process that amount from 1 type of carb and having 2 ensures more is going into your system.
@@bretprins4792 If youre going to say the science backs it, please provide a source.
pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/26373645/
It's more like from 0.8 / 1.0 ratio to 1. 0 / 1.0 ratio depending on what you want to maximise.
@@inz_uzi that was tough to read haha but sounds like it’s more effective…
@@duenorth3809 There's one thing you need to keep in mind. To my knowledge the magical 0.8/1.0 fructose to glucose ratio which reportedly gives the highest oxidation rate comes from a single research and they compared only 0/1.0 and 0.5/1.0 and 0.8/1.0 ratios. They didn't test the 1.0/1.0 ratio. I guess the reason was they did not want to accidentally prove that plain table sugar is as good as any 'optimised' formula. Personally I use table sugar. It's 40 times cheaper and does the job very well.
Like the format. Also like the originals. So its good for a change
Good job Jeff. You are good at this.
Would love to know more about how you make a workout plan - thanks Jeff!
This was so informative and helpful and I really enjoy these types of videos, thanks! Could you make a video or talk about what is the approach u go for to cut weight? And what is your race weight/how to find out? But either way, great video again, keep it up! ❤
60gC/hr Zone 2
What about threshold/racing?
Can you give some examples of some good “go to” 2:1 fuel sources you were mentioning please?
Thanks Jeff, great format, keep it coming.
Great video, and I would like to see these types of videos maybe once a month. Three race videos and one advice/tips/maintenance/ etc... video per month.
Loved the format. Great video!!
I like the format and when you critique others racing footage.
Great video, and timely in my case. I hope to see more like this!
This man really does know his stuff about racing. I believe every word!
Could you share more about carbs intake in greater details? Appreciate it
I also find one or two important take away from all of your content. Thanks for putting it out there, and yes, the conversational style is good.
Yes, so..... When are you coming to Europe and to the Netherlands to do some racing?
I really enjoyed this format today - More Please...
Tips & Tricks ( for lack of a better term ) from a guy who is an active racer are much more appreciated than comments from a talking head, who at times only come off as a shill - trying to sell / promote a product that was just released ( read as NDA expired today )...
Don't get me wrong - I'm happy to hear about products that your like or support - but I grow tired how it seems that 8 of the top RUclips bike channels all seem to praise the latest and greatest within a 24hr period with very similar scripts / press releases.............
Awesome video Jeff, thanks.