Originally Posted by
Koyote
Agreed, and thanks for the clarification. We are in agreement.
Coincidentally, I do much of my winter and spring training on a rather heavy bike, but that is because I choose the bike with a very comfy Brooks saddle, fenders, and sturdy steel frame and fork. But anyone who is worried about speed when training is not doing it correctly.
I ride my fatbike in deep snow. But this spring using my hybrid bike I could use the tallest gear a few times, which I never used last year. It was nice to ride on the path with all the people that apparently had their first ride of the year.
If it wasn't for the slightly different seating position, all racers should ride a fatbike for training. Use cheap tires and you even pedal when most people coast = added training!
if you want to train, use some strap and attach to a pulled brake lever :-)