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Old 01-19-22, 08:52 AM
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bblair
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Originally Posted by atwl77
This sort of power comparison comes frequently. A very simple rule of thumb (which also applies in real life), is that:

- when two riders are riding at the same power (W), the lighter one is faster
- when two riders are riding at the same W/kg, the heavier one is faster

Very easy to verify with any online bike calculator.
I think I will try a ride with Pace Partners today. Diesel Dan is listed as
  • Rides at 125w (1.5 w/kg)

Does that mean that I should ride at 125w, which for me is 1.8 w/Kg, or at 1.5 w/kg, which for me is 104 watts?

Or some combo, such as 125 w on the flats and 1.5w/kg uphill?
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