# Why is my ramp test so low?

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**Created:** [February 28, 2020, 11:10am UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/why-is-my-ramp-test-so-low/30686 "2020-02-28T11:10:49Z")\
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**Author:** ![DavidWms](https://sea2.discourse-cdn.com/trainerroad/forum/user_avatar/www.trainerroad.com/davidwms/32/13890_2.png) [@DavidWms](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/u/DavidWms)\
**Post date:** [June 15, 2020, 5:29pm UTC](https://www.trainerroad.com/forum/t/why-is-my-ramp-test-so-low/30686/19 "2020-06-15T17:29:26Z")

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Interesting workaround. I’m 67 and have wondered if the ramp test “discriminates” against older cyclists whom due to age have limited VO2 Max? My last two completed ramp test showed a slight reduction from 210 (Nov. 19) to 202. My most recent ramp test had a mechanical abort when the power cord on my Kickr popped loose due to for/aft movement on Inside Ride Eflex. But using your 75 to 80% of 1 min power would put me at 226 to 240 (301 max). I struggle with V02 max intervals but am like a diesel locomotive on SS/over-unders.

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