UK Time Trial Events
Everyone knows that aerodynamics are extremely important for cyclists – even more so for cyclists concerned with their speed. myWindsock have analysed thousands of files from time trials in the UK and looked into the distribution of CdA values and what speeds result from this. Why is cda important for cyclists? The term ‘cda’ actually … Continue reading “How does your CdA compare?”
Power and aerodynamics – how can you strike a balance?
Time trials are an interesting discipline and all of you reading this will likely have found yourself in a position where you’ve done one of the following… Gone way too aggressive with your position and lost huge amounts of power Not gone aggressive enough and been beaten by riders doing much lower watts Both of … Continue reading “Power and aerodynamics – how can you strike a balance?”
4 vital charts for time trialists
1. The Map The Wind Lines on the myWindsock map give you an intuitive view of the course and the prevailing wind direction. The Wind Lines are colour coded blue for tailwind, red for headwinds. See the wind arrows, they show the wind direction and the wind speed for all locations on the route. See … Continue reading “4 vital charts for time trialists”
75% of cyclists don’t ride above this windspeed.
How windy is too windy? We’ve analysed the weather of millions of bike rides. Here’s what we found in answer to this question.
How windy is too windy? We’ve analysed the weather of millions of bike rides. Here’s what we found in answer to this question.
CiCLE Classic Women’s Preview
This is an exclusive myWindsock overview for FTP Racing, ahead of the CiCLE classic 2023 race. Current forecast: CiCLE 26th March 2023 14:00 Weather Overview Light isolated showers possible throughout race. Wind Report Moderate Breeze from the North East, with maximum gusts of 32mph. Wind expected to gradually slow throughout the event. Key Moments Crosswinds … Continue reading “CiCLE Classic Women’s Preview”
How much power do I actually need?
Time trials are a weird sport as aerodynamics shapes a lot of it. The strongest rider doesn’t always win! It’s important to have a solid training plan in place. This should include a mix of endurance rides, interval training, and strength work to improve both your aerobic and anaerobic capacity. Ideally, you should be training … Continue reading “How much power do I actually need?”
How to analyse time trial performance with myWindsock
Time trials are a strange kind of race. Figuring out whether or not you’ve done well isn’t as simple as it is in a criterium, road race or cyclocross race where you can simply see how you’ve done against the rest of the field. Time trials aren’t that simple, where conditions on the day and … Continue reading “How to analyse time trial performance with myWindsock”
How much slower is +5Kg (11 lbs)
Due to a very serious spinal injury, myWindsock founder Ben, had 12 months without cycling. He returns to cycling 5Kg (11 lbs) heavier. How much slower can he expect to be? See the Instagram post below. View this post on Instagram A post shared by myWindsock.com (@mywindsock) A bit more detail We are all about … Continue reading “How much slower is +5Kg (11 lbs)”
Preparing for my time trial
Hello readers of the myWindsock blog, lately you’ll have noticed we’ve been a little quiet here. This is because we have been working on partner content with CTT and NoPinz but we are back today and I (Tom) have signed up for a TT this coming weekend! I thought it might be a good opportunity … Continue reading “Preparing for my time trial”
How will a ride feel?
Take a look at the below graphic for this week’s Manchester District 10 mile. If you subscribe to myWindsock Strava Activity emails you may have already seen a similar graphic for your own rides. If not, activate your emails here. 56.4% headwind isn’t good news! However it is only through viewing the Feels Like Elevation … Continue reading “How will a ride feel?”
