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**Author:** [@Jonathan](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Jonathan)\ **Replies:** 596\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 8:58pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/help-us-track-ai-ftp-prediction-drops-after-outside-workouts/113671 "2026-11-06T20:58:55Z")
Hey all, I want to share an update on a high-priority item our team is working on related to unexpected AI FTP values. Athletes with scheduled outside workouts may see their predicted FTP drop after successfully comple… --- ## [Updated Forum Guidelines](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/updated-forum-guidelines/111501)
**Author:** [@TrainerRoad\_Admin](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/TrainerRoad_Admin)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [February 26, 2026, 10:58pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/updated-forum-guidelines/111501 "2026-02-26T22:58:00Z")
Hey all, We’ve made some recent changes to our forum guidelines around how we work through athlete cases in public threads. Below is what we’ve added, and also here’s a link to where this lives on our forum for referenc… --- ## [What workout did you do today? (2026)](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/what-workout-did-you-do-today-2026/108570)
**Author:** [@Helvellyn](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Helvellyn)\ **Replies:** 637\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2026, 1:17am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/what-workout-did-you-do-today-2026/108570 "2026-11-08T01:17:28Z")
I can’t believe that after not posting in one of these threads in forever, I get to start a new one. :joy: Anyhow, I reactivated my account and have created a new plan starting from next Monday. AI FTP Detection gave me… --- ## [What are your unpopular cycling opinions?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/what-are-your-unpopular-cycling-opinions/81524)
**Author:** [@killroy123](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/killroy123)\ **Replies:** 3000\ **Last updated:** [November 8, 2026, 12:45am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/what-are-your-unpopular-cycling-opinions/81524 "2026-11-08T00:45:29Z")
So I’m bored and this question popped into my head. I’d love to hear what are others unpopular cycling opinions are. These shouldn’t be hot takes; they should be resoundingly not popular in cycling at the moment but th… --- ## [Hey TR, It’s Not You, it’s Me (Zwift Plus)](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/hey-tr-it-s-not-you-it-s-me-zwift-plus/115462)
**Author:** [@edatatn](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/edatatn)\ **Replies:** 74\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 11:20pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/hey-tr-it-s-not-you-it-s-me-zwift-plus/115462 "2026-11-07T23:20:39Z")
Dear TrainerRoad, We need to talk. We’ve been together for years. On again. Off again. But through it all, I’ve always kept my subscription active. Even when I wasn’t riding. Even when I was ignoring your workouts. E… --- ## [New SRAM Transmission Groupset Q12027?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/new-sram-transmission-groupset-q12027/115557)
**Author:** [@lucho](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/lucho)\ **Replies:** 17\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 11:04pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/new-sram-transmission-groupset-q12027/115557 "2026-11-07T23:04:35Z")
Hi All, Has anybody heard any rumors? I’m thinking first quarter of 2027 makes some sense based on: Product cycle and previous releases dates Prices of current group sets What do you guys think? Cheers --- ## [Follow the Plan - Predicted FTP Goes Down!](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/follow-the-plan-predicted-ftp-goes-down/115482)
**Author:** [@Niterider4](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Niterider4)\ **Replies:** 68\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 9:51pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/follow-the-plan-predicted-ftp-goes-down/115482 "2026-11-07T21:51:38Z")
This one is new for me. I had gotten used to a wildly optimistic predicted FTP (e.g. Predicted FTP in 28 Days up 10%). Then I would watch it steadily go down, as I followed the plan perfectly, to a more realistic number.… --- ## [Deals / Sales / Discounts for Fitness stuff (2026)](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/deals-sales-discounts-for-fitness-stuff-2026/110835)
**Author:** [@TooManyDogs](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/TooManyDogs)\ **Replies:** 111\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 8:26pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/deals-sales-discounts-for-fitness-stuff-2026/110835 "2026-11-07T20:26:55Z")
Didn’t find discount thread started for 2026 kickr core 2 on sale fo $399Wahoo kickr core 2 sale --- ## [Important race 4 weeks after my "A" Race](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/important-race-4-weeks-after-my-a-race/115573)
**Author:** [@Maur1Mu](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Maur1Mu)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 4:36pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/important-race-4-weeks-after-my-a-race/115573 "2026-11-07T16:36:15Z")
Hi everyone, I’m looking for your recommendations on how to incorporate an important race exactly 28 days after my “A race.” I followed the full training schedule for A race for over 8 months, which led to significant im… --- ## [I’m So Tired of “James”](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/i-m-so-tired-of-james/115369)
**Author:** [@TheGearedGuitarist](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/TheGearedGuitarist)\ **Replies:** 86\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 4:35pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/i-m-so-tired-of-james/115369 "2026-11-07T16:35:14Z")
I am SO tired of being prescribed the workout “James”. It’s 1hr25 mins straight at 74% in a 1hr30min workout. Yes it’s endurance, yes it’s “easy”. Nevertheless, there is no getting around the fact that, for an endurance … --- ## [The Triathlon & Ironman Training Thread 2026](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/the-triathlon-ironman-training-thread-2026/111476)
**Author:** [@giventotri](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/giventotri)\ **Replies:** 134\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 1:29pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/the-triathlon-ironman-training-thread-2026/111476 "2026-11-07T13:29:55Z")
I can’t believe we almost made it to March without starting a new thread for this year. If you’re racing, post the name and date of your race, the training plan you’re following, plus anything else you want to share, su… --- ## [Hard workouts after training break](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/hard-workouts-after-training-break/115291)
**Author:** [@Daninplymouth](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Daninplymouth)\ **Replies:** 12\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 12:55pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/hard-workouts-after-training-break/115291 "2026-11-07T12:55:27Z")
since the start of sept iv done minimal training had a 2 week holiday then was sick after returning. Iv probably done 5-6 rides in 6 weeks. I’m feeling better now so trying to get back into my winter training, I haven’t … --- ## [So much sweet spot](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/so-much-sweet-spot/115515)
**Author:** [@Paulobike](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Paulobike)\ **Replies:** 30\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 1:51pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/so-much-sweet-spot/115515 "2026-11-07T13:51:27Z")
Basically as the title says. I feel like my plan (Gravel Racing) is becoming just hard sweet spot workouts 3 days a week with 3 easy-ish rides in between. I am struggling. TR increased my FTP from 249 in September to 25… --- ## [Saunas a trigger for migraines?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/saunas-a-trigger-for-migraines/115540)
**Author:** [@Grampagnolo](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Grampagnolo)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 12:21pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/saunas-a-trigger-for-migraines/115540 "2026-11-07T12:21:01Z")
Long time lurker, first time caller. Question about saunas or heat training. Has anybody heard of heat training being a trigger for migraines? I’m 42 years old and I’ve never had a migraine until yesterday. To be honest… --- ## [Zwift Plus Released](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/zwift-plus-released/115415)
**Author:** [@Twowkg](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Twowkg)\ **Replies:** 111\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 12:08pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/zwift-plus-released/115415 "2026-11-07T12:08:53Z")
--- ## [How should I structure my training with 5 consecutive weekdays available?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/how-should-i-structure-my-training-with-5-consecutive-weekdays-available/115550)
**Author:** [@David.dmg10](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/David.dmg10)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 11:45am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/how-should-i-structure-my-training-with-5-consecutive-weekdays-available/115550 "2026-11-07T11:45:11Z")
Hi everyone! I’m trying to set up my training plan in TrainerRoad, but I’m having trouble finding a schedule that works with my availability. I have 5 days available for cycling, Monday to Friday, but unfortunately, th… --- ## [Prostate Cancer UK Le Velo Classic Charity Ride](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/prostate-cancer-uk-le-velo-classic-charity-ride/115592)
**Author:** [@Brian\_Nicholson1](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Brian_Nicholson1)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 6:49pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/prostate-cancer-uk-le-velo-classic-charity-ride/115592 "2026-11-07T18:49:01Z")
In June 2027, I’m taking part in Le Vélo Classic, cycling the path of pros in support of Prostate Cancer UK , I have created a Trainer Road Plan to train throughout the winter, spring and in readiness for this 120 mile r… --- ## [2024 SRAM Force AXS Left Shifter -\> No worky - Quality Pattern Issues?](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/2024-sram-force-axs-left-shifter-no-worky-quality-pattern-issues/115519)
**Author:** [@GravelBoy](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/GravelBoy)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 3:47am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/2024-sram-force-axs-left-shifter-no-worky-quality-pattern-issues/115519 "2026-11-07T03:47:13Z")
I have two 2024 (new model type) SRAM Force AXS left shifters (1x12) not working. Yes, I tried all SRAM web recommendations to fix. The button on the left shifter feels squishy. It clicks sometimes. I did wreak on this … --- ## [What Cycling or fitness Podcast are you listening to? 2026 edition](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/what-cycling-or-fitness-podcast-are-you-listening-to-2026-edition/115466)
**Author:** [@Kendogz161](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Kendogz161)\ **Replies:** 19\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 10:28pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/what-cycling-or-fitness-podcast-are-you-listening-to-2026-edition/115466 "2026-11-06T22:28:27Z")
Hello all. Was wondering what is everyone listening to Podcast wise. My list -The CTS Time Crunched Cyclist podcast. -TR Ask a Cyclist Podcast -Fast talk Podcast And as fillers -Fastcat Cycling Training (Growing on… --- ## [Periodic summary comms](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/periodic-summary-comms/115501)
**Author:** [@JoeX](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/JoeX)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 5:24pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/periodic-summary-comms/115501 "2026-11-06T17:24:01Z")
I get an email each month from Formswim telling me what a rockstar I am at swimming, basically cherry picking positive stats to encourage me. It’s quite encouraging. If TR had a summary of stats like consistency, ftp ch… --- ## [Varied schedule](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/varied-schedule/115526)
**Author:** [@mikebikeb](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/mikebikeb)\ **Replies:** 6\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 4:41pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/varied-schedule/115526 "2026-11-06T16:41:19Z")
So I work almost completely random schedule. Ie might work 5 12 hours shifts one week, 2 the next, none the next, etc… Would folks say its better to over commit and under deliver. ie tell TR I can do 5 workouts a week wh… --- ## [PSA for those using Elite Fly bottles](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/psa-for-those-using-elite-fly-bottles/92072)
**Author:** [@K42](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/K42)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 4:03pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/psa-for-those-using-elite-fly-bottles/92072 "2026-11-06T16:03:44Z")
I’m going to spare you a picture but if you’re using Elite Fly water bottles please be sure to fully remove the tip when cleaning. As far as I knew the tip could not be removed from the main cap part (it didn’t come off … --- ## [In app AI adviser](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/in-app-ai-adviser/115502)
**Author:** [@JoeX](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/JoeX)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 3:32pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/in-app-ai-adviser/115502 "2026-11-06T15:32:37Z")
I use Formswim app for swimming and they are trialling an in app AI that talks to you about your last workout, advises where you can improve, and can make adjustments to workouts after discussion For example, it told me… --- ## ['I felt the bone snap' - Hannah Otto survives 40% gradients, snowy summit and](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/i-felt-the-bone-snap-hannah-otto-survives-40-gradients-snowy-summit-and/115531)
**Author:** [@mjw0](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/mjw0)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 3:30pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/i-felt-the-bone-snap-hannah-otto-survives-40-gradients-snowy-summit-and/115531 "2026-11-06T15:30:27Z")
I know my vote for an AaCC episode… --- ## [2026 CX Thread (I know there must be like 10 of us still left)](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/2026-cx-thread-i-know-there-must-be-like-10-of-us-still-left/114513)
**Author:** [@Kendogz161](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Kendogz161)\ **Replies:** 103\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 3:05pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/2026-cx-thread-i-know-there-must-be-like-10-of-us-still-left/114513 "2026-11-06T15:05:49Z")
With August here we all know Cross is coming. Just finished at a weekend CX camp and boy I’m sore all over. Wondering what is everyone’s CX plans for this season. I’m getting the bike ready for this season, hoping to … --- ## [How to race smart (road, gravel) – looking for feedback on a tool](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/how-to-race-smart-road-gravel-looking-for-feedback-on-a-tool/114051)
**Author:** [@Seb\_Gravel\_Berlin](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/Seb_Gravel_Berlin)\ **Replies:** 8\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 2:43pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/how-to-race-smart-road-gravel-looking-for-feedback-on-a-tool/114051 "2026-11-06T14:43:24Z")
Hi folks! Looking for experienced racers and/or ambitious first-time racers to test a (free) web tool I built that generates full race tactic plans for you based on the course, weather, competitors, your fitness, last y… --- ## [12-24hr MTB races program sequence](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/12-24hr-mtb-races-program-sequence/115511)
**Author:** [@yrrucb](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/yrrucb)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 1:43pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/12-24hr-mtb-races-program-sequence/115511 "2026-11-06T13:43:11Z")
Any support and or suggestions on sequencing programs to get in shape for 12hr MTB races. Just venturing into these, would like to shoot for my first one in April May 2027. Just looking for suggestions on the order pro… --- ## [How to get erg mode up to target power quicker](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/how-to-get-erg-mode-up-to-target-power-quicker/115420)
**Author:** [@cschmitz](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/cschmitz)\ **Replies:** 39\ **Last updated:** [November 7, 2026, 12:57pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/how-to-get-erg-mode-up-to-target-power-quicker/115420 "2026-11-07T12:57:34Z")
I’ve been noticing a trend with my workouts recently. I’m doing a lot of sweet spot and threshold work at the moment and what I’m finding is that when the interval starts it takes a while for erg mode to get up to my tar… --- ## [Shift Work and Training Plans](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/shift-work-and-training-plans/115468)
**Author:** [@EmilyKueffner](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/EmilyKueffner)\ **Replies:** 9\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 9:33am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/shift-work-and-training-plans/115468 "2026-11-06T09:33:51Z")
Hey all, Looking for any advice on how to train for 60-100 gravel miles while working shifts. I work Fri/Sat/Sun (6.30am to 7pm), 12.5 hours per day plus an an hour total commuting each of those days. TR obviously wants… --- ## [Missing Seasons](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/missing-seasons/115527)
**Author:** [@pirnie](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/pirnie)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [November 6, 2026, 1:32pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/missing-seasons/115527 "2026-11-06T13:32:22Z")
I’ve just noticed that all my seasons have vanished from the TR website on the PR chart. Is this just me or has it happened to others too? I’ve already reached out to support but curious to know if this is individual o… [Next page](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/latest.md?page=1)