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Pedaling Technique, Smarter Racing, TT vs. Road Bikes and More – Ask a Cycling a Coach 185

Sean Hurley • 1 minute read

Pedaling Technique, Smarter Racing, TT vs. Road Bikes and More – Ask a Cycling a Coach 185

Join us for Episode 185 of the Ask a Cycling Coach Podcast! We’ll be having a discussion on whether proper pedaling technique is a myth, how to win races with low power output, when triathletes should use a road bike instead of a TT bike and taking your live questions.

More show notes and discussion in the TrainerRoad Forum.

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Topics covered in this episode

Adjusting your training plan when life gets busy
How to select a specialty plan
How to return to training after breaking a collarbone
Does one pedaling technique trump all others?
Riding to conserve energy in a race
Is Traditional Base better than Sweet Spot Base if time is not limited?
How to spark up your motivation to get on the bike
When is a road bike faster than a TT bike?

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Sean Hurley is a bike racer, baker of sourdough bread, and former art professor. He is a connoisseur of cycling socks and a certified USAC level 3 coach. Rumor has it he also runs a famous cycling instagram account, but don't tell anyone about that.