Originally Posted by
caloso
Mine experience is similar to Eric F's. The more you boost up your FTP, the fresher you'll be when you need it.
I definitely agree, and I've done a lot of 20 minute intervals to specifically train my ability to recover from repeated efforts. But I guess what I was trying to say is that CDR seems to have the unique physical trait outlined below, basically cat 5 level FTP with pro level ability to surge 800-1000 watts over and over again. Its a very unusual power profile.
Originally Posted by
GhostRider62
FTP is important but the ability to access anaerobic sources over and over again is more important to deal with the surges in criteriums in my wheelsucking experience.
CDR might have a modest FTP, sort of like the gas engine in a Prius but the battery reserve component of his is like the top of the line Tesla. Functional Reserve Capacity or W' is just as important if not more.