SBT GRVL, Gravel Strategy and Equipment, and More - Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast 489

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(00:00) Welcome!

(00:20) SBT GRVL Race Details and Personal Experience

(01:55) Course Description and Women's Race Drama

(05:13) Race Strategy and Power Management

(07:23) Group Dynamics and Pacing

(23:01) Mechanical Issues and Lessons Learned

(25:41) How to Turn a Bad Race Around

(26:42) Tire Plug Options: Dynaplug vs. Dart

(27:16) Bike Setup Insights: Inserts and Tires

(28:11) Tire Performance: Speed and Protection

(33:26) Suspension and Future of Gravel Bikes

(38:11) Nutrition Strategies: RunGum and Caffeine

(47:51) Equipment Breakdown: Bike and Wheels

(54:00) Gear Recommendations for the Course

(55:12) The Hassle of Waxing Chains

(01:00:03) Switching to Shorter Cranks

(01:03:00) Gravel Racing Gear and Experience

(01:05:54) The Importance of Interval Training

(01:06:37) Future of Gravel and XC Bikes

(01:11:00) TrainerRoad's New Group Ride and Solo Ride Feature

(01:14:53) TrainerRoad’s Strength Training Integration

(01:21:05) Conclusion and Upcoming Episodes

In this episode, Coach Jonathan Lee and CEO Nate Pearson recap Jonathan's experience at the SBT GRVL race, discussing race details such as elevation, course layout, and pacing strategies. They highlight the race's organization, including a new separate start for pro women, and address the importance of group dynamics and proper pacing in long-distance events. The team also delves into technical knowledge, offering tips on waxing bike chains, the value of quality bike tools like Silca, and biomechanical considerations of lengthy cranks. Insights on adaptive training, interval training, and the integration of group rides and strength training are provided, along with updates from TrainerRoad's adaptive training platform.

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