SPC017 - Is it Time To Buy a Power Metre?

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SPC017 - Is it Time To Buy a Power Metre?

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Oct 22, 2012

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The pre-release of the StageOnePower power metre is a sign that power data is starting to become available to the Semi-Pro for a realistic price. This coincides with my hunt for a complete data solution for my new training regime. Join me as I break down power and offer my recommendations for the ultimate bike data setup for today and the future.

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Oct 22, 2012

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SPC021 - What I Didn’t Know (and wish I did) About Buying a Bike Online.mp3: Buying a bike online, and by yourself is hard. That's why I run through my process for sizing, and compare it to 3 popular online size calculators to find out the best frame for my new bike. by Semi-Pro Cycling
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SPC030 - Holistic Bike Fitting: What It Is and Why It Matters: Correct alignment of your body on the bike is secondary to correct alignment off the bike. Up to 25% of your training plan should be dedicated to maintaining and improving your bodies functional movement and structure to enable a more aggressive positi... by Semi-Pro Cycling
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SPC017 - Is it Time To Buy a Power Metre?: The pre-release of the StageOnePower power metre is a sign that power data is starting to become available to the Semi-Pro for a realistic price. This coincides with my hunt for a complete data solution for my new training regime. Join me as I break do... by Semi-Pro Cycling
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SPC017 - Is it Time To Buy a Power Metre?

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