@@The_Gallowglass absolutely, it's just a nice thing to be able to see it and not have to make mental approximations. just as Americans like to see mph, mostly everyone else likes to see kph. so now everyone's happy.
The fastest I've ever gone was 68km/h flat road with little to no wind. It was done on my mountainbike with slick roadtires and a 52T front chainring. It was done fully in the saddle. Needless to say my legs were shot for a few days after those sprint sessions
Same here, just getting started again after not riding a bike since I was a kid. Love to think about racing, but tbh I start getting verrrrrry nervous when I get to about 23-24 mph. I realize that at 54 yo, a spill at that speed could break a lot of things I would rather keep intact. Maybe I'll relax a little bit in another month or so.
@@bernie4366 Yes, things can get tricky with healing as one ages, however if one persistently make efforts to increase bone density it turns out OK. I'm about to enter the turn in age and still regularly go to about 50kmh or faster.
I'm currently riding on my hardtail going on 50-60 mile trips, planning on getting a gravel bike, but watching these videos, I wanna go with a road bike
I'm glad I found your videos. I started racing in my 30s and got halfway to cat2. Crits were my bag. The more technical the better. I'll never forget a formative moment in my first season- a guy showed up to the local training race wearing our club kit. He was a cat 3 (or 2?) who had taken a hiatus from racing and was coming back, so racing down a category. We talked a little bit before the race. A few laps in we were coming through the start/finish and he said 'let's go!" and the two of us took off, me on his wheel. At the next corner I started wide expecting to dive underneath him and take a pull and he slipped around that corner so tight that I was suddenly 4 or 5 bike lengths behind him and had to dig to get back on his wheel. That's when I knew there was a better way to get around a corner. I organized the club's cat 4s into a pretty formidable amateur team and a lot of us quickly made cat3. It's incredible what a little organization and practice can do in the amateur ranks. I spent a few years organizing the cat3s and coaching and training the cat 4/5 team, and a lot of the guys I worked with went on to graduate to regional P1-2 teams. I'm nearly 50 now, and don't race anymore, but still commute ~2200 miles a year. cheers
I want you to know as soon as I saw you posted a video, I went to the store purchased a snack just to be completely happy because that's how your videos make me feel. great content, miss California everyday (currently stationed overseas)
4:48 I absolutely love it when you can see that "feeling of loosing touch" with the others when such a takeover happens. That instinct-like urge gives you a big mental and adrenaline boost and you get into top shape. Along with the draft from a teammate, which gives you that literal team bonus and safety it's one of the best moments to be in.
This is legit the first race I really watched closely and got to understand all the tactics thanks to the commentary. Didn't know that cycling could be so exciting!
I started racing a couple of years ago and tried crits for the first time this year. I had a really successful season with four crit podiums out of six compared to one podium out of six for other race formats. The most enjoyable thing for me is the race tactics, working out when to go, when to hide and how to llake the others work when you don't wqnt to. The highlight of my season was my one win (of course) but mainly because I forged that win out of tactics. I bossed that race and by the last three laps was pretty sure it was mine. THANKS for your part in that and keep it going - I still have much to learn!
Thanks for posting , I’m just a cat 3 racer 10 years and this is best insight to crit racing tactics I’ve seen . Such cool nerves in last lap , not closing every gap , not going too early. Hope your paying your lead out man 50% or let him win next time !
That win is only because you and Cal Norton Jr. flawlessly executed the shake and bake maneuver. Maybe you can let Cal win next time, you know how that story ends if you don't!
So I've digested a few videos of yours but I think this one is the one that best explains why you would initiate a break instead of being more passive. Again, I love how accessible your analysis is to someone who has a limited understanding of the sport.
When your bike starts going that fast it stretches out. At the end of every ride you have to mold it back into shape, otherwise it will turn into a banana.
What's not to like here...awesome strategy given remaining matches for the final sprint. Superb filming and narration, thank you. Definitely top end professional training here.
I just cycle for exercise and have zero knowledge of competitive cycling, racing bikes or anything. I do not watch or keep up with any of it including the Tour De France ( Which is the only race I know of actually ). Just road bike for fun. I randomly found this channel/ suggested* while looking up bike stuff on RUclips. And wow, these videos bring a whole new side to riding. I really appreciate the technique and game plan these guys use. Very interesting and way more complex that I would have imagined. I have watched a few videos now, really cool channel.
Not bad. My best lead out speed was 42mph. My sprinter came around and won at 46mph and gave me the prize. Yes, on the flat. Also that’s after I chased for 5 miles and brought it all back 2 miles before the end. Epic memory. You helped me remember how fun it is to race. BBC 1989
Wow!!! What a race!!!! What a Sprint!!! Congratulations. The Cyclist at 11:16 has the same bike like mine even the color, Allez sprint Comp. I'll keep watching your vídeos. Thanks for sharing.
Dude watching this video demolished my feelings about my 70km ride with a 25khm average speed. (On a vintage roadbike mind you) What a great effort, keep up the good work. I hope I can get up to these speeds one day haha :D
That's a cool route in Alviso! Never would've thought there are bike races out there. I bike in San Jose, but don't race. But this was fun to watch, love learning your strategies.
Bruh my avg kmph is like 35km depending on the criterium absolutely amazing. I’m a young racer and this helps a LOT keep up the good work 👍 love from aus
fun story, I work with a guy that is big into cycling.. a couple years ago he got a speeding ticket. On his bike. 70kph in a 40kph zone XD (in a downhill section)
Im at 1:50 and im still not sure is this video real or is this from one of that realistic bike games. Edit: Okay thats real. I hate myself cause it took 2 minutes me to understand that.
shouldnt the bike stabilize itself, the faster you go? I have a pretty low core strength, but in my local downhill sprint, I manage to pull of speeds like that and I dont fall
@@PaulPunk23LP Yep, I've pushed 48 mph on the flat before (motorpacing, my sprint is about 35). No stability issues, despite the pedaling. I've done 55 mph down a hill, but that was a slick tyred MTB that spun out at 30... felt like it was on rails.
Very cool to see video in the crit. Never had that option in my racing days so wish we had it then. Hey, I noticed no one is throwing elbows for position, can tell its a training ride.
noob question here ... would the pro circuit ever allow real time telemetry during a televised race? i understand BPM would be private, but wattage would be nice to see during climbs or sprints.
Well, the UCI are dinosaurs when it comes to that. The whole pro racing scene is pretty conservative, which has its merits (keeping aloft the romanticism of a bygone era of cycling) but it definitely also has its flaws.
finally an american who includes speeds in kph much appreciated good sir
MPH*1.6=KPH
@@The_Gallowglass anyway it is easier, when you see it, then trying to calculate
@@The_Gallowglass absolutely, it's just a nice thing to be able to see it and not have to make mental approximations. just as Americans like to see mph, mostly everyone else likes to see kph. so now everyone's happy.
@@The_Gallowglass aborigen
Yah
A 42mph sprint is bad ass! But that 38mph in the saddle lead out. Wow!!!
I've gone 40 mph slight uphill.. that was my record. Done that in 1992.
The fastest I've ever gone was 68km/h flat road with little to no wind. It was done on my mountainbike with slick roadtires and a 52T front chainring. It was done fully in the saddle. Needless to say my legs were shot for a few days after those sprint sessions
@@andrewthehedgehog911 woah ive never seen mtb with 52t chain ring seems exciting
@@gelocaparaz9213 Hahaha it is exciting. The chainring is so big that the clearance between the teeth and the chainstay is 5mm :p can't go any bigger
Cyber Terror Idk if thats possible, friction with those mtb tires is mostly too high to reach 60kph.
I've never competed in a bike race in my life, but I do ride a bike regularly. This was fun to watch and the explanations were super helpful!
Awesome 👍
Same here, just getting started again after not riding a bike since I was a kid. Love to think about racing, but tbh I start getting verrrrrry nervous when I get to about 23-24 mph. I realize that at 54 yo, a spill at that speed could break a lot of things I would rather keep intact. Maybe I'll relax a little bit in another month or so.
@@bernie4366 Yes, things can get tricky with healing as one ages, however if one persistently make efforts to increase bone density it turns out OK. I'm about to enter the turn in age and still regularly go to about 50kmh or faster.
I'm currently riding on my hardtail going on 50-60 mile trips, planning on getting a gravel bike, but watching these videos, I wanna go with a road bike
As someone who is new to crits I appreciate you explaining all of the strategy involved.
what's a crit?
@@aurboda short, fast-paced races
You pass that last guy at the end like he was in neutral lol
😂 😂
the last guy looked like an amateur
He sat up, which is amateur. Or he let this OP through for the win, secret alliance.
Problem with early attacks is you empty the tank too soon
I'm glad I found your videos. I started racing in my 30s and got halfway to cat2. Crits were my bag. The more technical the better. I'll never forget a formative moment in my first season- a guy showed up to the local training race wearing our club kit. He was a cat 3 (or 2?) who had taken a hiatus from racing and was coming back, so racing down a category. We talked a little bit before the race. A few laps in we were coming through the start/finish and he said 'let's go!" and the two of us took off, me on his wheel. At the next corner I started wide expecting to dive underneath him and take a pull and he slipped around that corner so tight that I was suddenly 4 or 5 bike lengths behind him and had to dig to get back on his wheel. That's when I knew there was a better way to get around a corner. I organized the club's cat 4s into a pretty formidable amateur team and a lot of us quickly made cat3. It's incredible what a little organization and practice can do in the amateur ranks. I spent a few years organizing the cat3s and coaching and training the cat 4/5 team, and a lot of the guys I worked with went on to graduate to regional P1-2 teams. I'm nearly 50 now, and don't race anymore, but still commute ~2200 miles a year. cheers
Hell yeah boner!
@@gabem5861 *brother lol
I feel like a prince when I get 50 km/h on the road.
Respect!
My top speed was 58km/h. For me it was fast as fuck.
@@tadeuszwiercipaa9333 Mine was 64km/h and it was fast af for me, I was overtaking 2 cars while at it.
My fastest was 71km/h downhill in a btt bike with gears ofc
Last week I went 74kph on a 20 years old bike😂 It was scary af and when the bike finally stopped I had to take a little break to lower my heart rate
42kph for me felt like flying lol.
I want you to know as soon as I saw you posted a video, I went to the store purchased a snack just to be completely happy because that's how your videos make me feel. great content, miss California everyday (currently stationed overseas)
Thanks dude! Glad you enjoy it 👍
Where are you stationed?
Train station
4:48 I absolutely love it when you can see that "feeling of loosing touch" with the others when such a takeover happens. That instinct-like urge gives you a big mental and adrenaline boost and you get into top shape. Along with the draft from a teammate, which gives you that literal team bonus and safety it's one of the best moments to be in.
Heart racing on the final laps of these videos. Every time. EVERY.TIME. Bloody awesome footage and commentary
This is legit the first race I really watched closely and got to understand all the tactics thanks to the commentary. Didn't know that cycling could be so exciting!
I started racing a couple of years ago and tried crits for the first time this year. I had a really successful season with four crit podiums out of six compared to one podium out of six for other race formats. The most enjoyable thing for me is the race tactics, working out when to go, when to hide and how to llake the others work when you don't wqnt to. The highlight of my season was my one win (of course) but mainly because I forged that win out of tactics. I bossed that race and by the last three laps was pretty sure it was mine. THANKS for your part in that and keep it going - I still have much to learn!
that's insane man. the sprint at the end was barely 10 seconds. larsen was flying. love these videos too +1 +1
Thanks for posting , I’m just a cat 3 racer 10 years and this is best insight to crit racing tactics I’ve seen . Such cool nerves in last lap , not closing every gap , not going too early. Hope your paying your lead out man 50% or let him win next time !
Man sprints are always so awesome to watch
That win is only because you and Cal Norton Jr. flawlessly executed the shake and bake maneuver. Maybe you can let Cal win next time, you know how that story ends if you don't!
shake and bake baby
So I've digested a few videos of yours but I think this one is the one that best explains why you would initiate a break instead of being more passive. Again, I love how accessible your analysis is to someone who has a limited understanding of the sport.
I left San Jose about 7 years ago. I was never as strong as these guys, but the crit races there were super fun. Thanks for sharing.
When your bike starts going that fast it stretches out. At the end of every ride you have to mold it back into shape, otherwise it will turn into a banana.
Ethan McNary what
What do you mean? Well I know what you mean but how? And does this only apply to carbon fiber?
@@StuckOnAFireHydrant just a joke 🚴♂️🍌
@@ethanmcnary9119 rip lol. I know bare basics on carbon fiber so I thought you were serious lmao
ahahaha.
What's not to like here...awesome strategy given remaining matches for the final sprint.
Superb filming and narration, thank you. Definitely top end professional training here.
Alviso rocks! And so does your weather.
I just cycle for exercise and have zero knowledge of competitive cycling, racing bikes or anything. I do not watch or keep up with any of it including the Tour De France ( Which is the only race I know of actually ). Just road bike for fun.
I randomly found this channel/ suggested* while looking up bike stuff on RUclips.
And wow, these videos bring a whole new side to riding. I really appreciate the technique and game plan these guys use. Very interesting and way more complex that I would have imagined.
I have watched a few videos now, really cool channel.
Not bad. My best lead out speed was 42mph. My sprinter came around and won at 46mph and gave me the prize. Yes, on the flat. Also that’s after I chased for 5 miles and brought it all back 2 miles before the end. Epic memory. You helped me remember how fun it is to race. BBC 1989
Everybody at 40mph with no suspension gangsta until they hit a speed bump
@Brainjock I could have died crashing at 15 lol
@@leaddispenser9 Yah depends where you hit.
It’s just a speed bump, Just hop it ?
i have absolutely no respect for roadies. the retarded ones in my area ruined it for everybody else.
@@TheMykHyn lmao that's just the retarted ones though...
9:20 LOOK AT THOSE LEG MUSCLES!
Also, this makes me really want a road bike
Yeah pretty impressive calves even though he probably has good pump on them
Good motivation to jump on the bike this morning, thanks!
I’ve never ever watched bike racing before and this had me on the edge of my seat
It's even more fun doing it for real 😁
Man those roads look so smooth. Made for speed
So strong! Great commentary on the tactics too. Well done!
Awesome video, thanks for all the free advise/commentary it’s super informative...
Definitely my favorite channel to pop into my recommended. I don't even own a bike but love watching this stuff. Keep it up dude.
You won't have to depend on the recommendation if you subscribe and hit the notification bell 😂 glad you enjoy it
this was so perfectly executed. Great positioning, never wanted to stomp on the pedals too quickly, just a perfect and patiently played power bazooka
Unbelievable speed, great tactics.
Nice! Just hit 69km/h on my fixed gear this week. Legs were a blur!
It's good that the video is dynamic and you can feel the speed.
42mph!?! Fastest I’ve ever gone is 29mph and that was on a downhill with a tailwind. These guys aren’t human
A lot of it has to do with the gearing a well. Like a 50T crank chainring with a 10T rear cog sprocket.
@@Sidowse yes
Wow!!! What a race!!!! What a Sprint!!! Congratulations. The Cyclist at 11:16 has the same bike like mine even the color, Allez sprint Comp. I'll keep watching your vídeos. Thanks for sharing.
Spectacular ending!!
Congrats on the win
These videos are amazing and motivational to how much you can progress in cycling
that was thrilling to watch ! thank you for all the tips for successful wins!
Dude watching this video demolished my feelings about my 70km ride with a 25khm average speed. (On a vintage roadbike mind you) What a great effort, keep up the good work. I hope I can get up to these speeds one day haha :D
I feel you, 70km is still great!
If u dont use a modern road bike then do not be shamed.
man i just feel my heart get pumped watching these video's. Awesome race!
Nice to see all the Allez Sprints out.
This makes me want to try racing so much!!
Great inside perspective with team countering tactics. Thx for sharing!!! 😎🤙🏽
That's a cool route in Alviso! Never would've thought there are bike races out there. I bike in San Jose, but don't race. But this was fun to watch, love learning your strategies.
Bruh my avg kmph is like 35km depending on the criterium absolutely amazing. I’m a young racer and this helps a LOT keep up the good work 👍 love from aus
Thank you! Great riding, thank you for the video!
One of the best, if not the best cycling channel! Can you share what you eat on race days and rest days ? Thank you!
fun story, I work with a guy that is big into cycling.. a couple years ago he got a speeding ticket. On his bike. 70kph in a 40kph zone XD (in a downhill section)
Im at 1:50 and im still not sure is this video real or is this from one of that realistic bike games.
Edit: Okay thats real. I hate myself cause it took 2 minutes me to understand that.
Oh dude, I miss bike racing. I am now watching every single video on your channel xD
Nice vid man. I miss racing, fingers crossed for next year
Damn! 42 in a Sprint is massive! 👍👍👍
Well done #mega
That was so awesome - New to cycling here... really enjoyed it.
I don't even know why I'm watching this. I can't even ride a bike.
LoL .. wonderful !!
Learn to ride man ! there are probably courses in your city
hahahahaha
it's wonderful, you should def try it
thats because fruit loops cant ride
42 mph? My old car can't even do that...
Pls do a video on criterium training
This weekday crit IS his crit training
Pretty much. I also commute to work at zone 2 and also some interval work 1-2 days a week, all zone 4 and below.
Great analysis, great racing!
Dude....you’re a beast!
You got my subscribtion for that video. Pretty neat 68 kph damn....
Thank you for the inspiration!
I remember back in the day when I assumed 23 or 25 width tires were more surface / rolling resistance 🤣 ! Now everyone’s racing on those 28’s
Great timing!
Nako jirol
that ending win is insane.
Awesome breakdown and breakaway.
Your bikes are awesome, guys!
42 mph is at the point where it takes a good amount of core strength just to stay upright.
shouldnt the bike stabilize itself, the faster you go? I have a pretty low core strength, but in my local downhill sprint, I manage to pull of speeds like that and I dont fall
@@PaulPunk23LP Yep, I've pushed 48 mph on the flat before (motorpacing, my sprint is about 35). No stability issues, despite the pedaling. I've done 55 mph down a hill, but that was a slick tyred MTB that spun out at 30... felt like it was on rails.
38 mph on the flat, and felt like a god.
48mph on a slick tired mid 90s mtb. It took zero core strength.
Where on earth did you gain this logic from???
how long do you recover after this race before you feel back to base line?
10:58 all that wobbling is 400 watts alone
Very cool to see video in the crit. Never had that option in my racing days so wish we had it then. Hey, I noticed no one is throwing elbows for position, can tell its a training ride.
wow, crazy sprint. starting that far behind.
Excellent moves Brother, from San Antonio , Tx.
Awesome vid, great to watch 👍🏻
Love from Indian first subscriber 😍😍
Great commentary
DISLIKE (but just because of the smashin', my legs are still recovering from this alviso...)
That leadout 💪💪
Sponsor incorrect shorts....
Bryan Larsen man that was impressive lead out!!! I learned a lot listening and you point out things I need to see. Doing my first race Wednesday
I was looking at the 650+ watts in the last 1k in disbelief, thinking: "what must Brian have been pushing then as he was in the wind"?
@@kajet666 ALOT....SO MANY WATTS...ALL OF THE WATTS
The fact that he caught Tracy’s early attack... wow
that strat was pretty lethal
That was great. Really interesting. Nice video.
As a teenager with only the 10 year old, $80 Walmart bike my dad bought me, this is insane.
That was an awesome finish
Imagine averaging 30+ mph with 167 hbpm ave. Gosh so strong!
Good timing on that sprint
Nice breakdown
Eeeeeepic sprint, nice job
That was very helpful and Impressive to watch
the application for these tactics are endless. cycling might be one of the best examples of n and s learning
noob question here ... would the pro circuit ever allow real time telemetry during a televised race?
i understand BPM would be private, but wattage would be nice to see during climbs or sprints.
Well, the UCI are dinosaurs when it comes to that. The whole pro racing scene is pretty conservative, which has its merits (keeping aloft the romanticism of a bygone era of cycling) but it definitely also has its flaws.
yo this was legit interesting to watch and also exciting 👌
i grew up there in the late 70s early 83 what a dif look
11:34 you're welcome
Love the content you put out👌
Thanks!
Bro! These are always sooo good!
Do you use your Strava info and garmin virb for the telemetry?
I remember hitting 42 mph on two seperate occasions. Once behind an 18wheeler and the other going down a massive hill.
insane sprint bro! cheers
Forget burning a match that final sprint was an entire fucking matchbox!
racing looks fun.
And here I was proud of the 27.7mph I managed to reach in front of Moffett Field... wow.