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I think I am just about set up to join you guys.

 

I got myself the following:

 

* KickR IDT

* PC ready and connected with the ANT+ Stick

* Heart rate monitor and cadence sensors

* And, a dedicated cycling room

 

What software do you use? Is it an internet site - I know this has probably been mentioned a few times on this thread, but once more wouldn't hurt (I'll 'like' your post too!)...

 

Thanks guys! Looking forward...

 

Out of interest - I got this all set up with TrainerRoad and got myself the Sufferfest Pack  :blink:

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Posted

I think I am just about set up to join you guys.

 

I got myself the following:

 

* KickR IDT

* PC ready and connected with the ANT+ Stick

* Heart rate monitor and cadence sensors

* And, a dedicated cycling room

 

What software do you use? Is it an internet site - I know this has probably been mentioned a few times on this thread, but once more wouldn't hurt (I'll 'like' your post too!)...

 

Thanks guys! Looking forward...

 

Out of interest - I got this all set up with TrainerRoad and got myself the Sufferfest Pack  :blink:

 

You need the Cycleops virtual training App and a compatible trainer.

There is a free 2 week trail option as well.

 

http://www.cycleops.com/virtualtraining/apps-pricing

 

You also need a compatible trainer

 

http://www.cycleops.com/virtualtraining/compatibility

 

 

 

I think I should get some commission from Cyleops... my subscription is due for renewal next month :whistling: hope someone from cycleops is reading this...

Posted

I think I am just about set up to join you guys.

 

I got myself the following:

 

* KickR IDT

* PC ready and connected with the ANT+ Stick

* Heart rate monitor and cadence sensors

* And, a dedicated cycling room

 

What software do you use? Is it an internet site - I know this has probably been mentioned a few times on this thread, but once more wouldn't hurt (I'll 'like' your post too!)...

 

Thanks guys! Looking forward...

 

Out of interest - I got this all set up with TrainerRoad and got myself the Sufferfest Pack  :blink:

 

SwissVan beat me to it with regards to software and VT

 

Trainer Road is great, been using it consistently for about 3 months now and seen big improvements in my FTP. Never used sufferfest videos but heard a lot of good things about them...

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The Wahoo Kickr seems to be a compatible trainer.

 

I just need the desktop programme...another US$10  :thumbdown:

 

Jay_B do you sub to TrainerRoad and Cycleops?

 

Trying to keep up with the front runners in Hub online races is worth much more than $10, so consider it a bargain

 

Hope to see u there one day soon

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The Wahoo Kickr seems to be a compatible trainer.

 

I just need the desktop programme...another US$10  :thumbdown:

 

Jay_B do you sub to TrainerRoad and Cycleops?

 

Yea I do... TrainerRoad is a debit order that goes of my Credit Card every month - works out at about R119. Its nice this way because you can stop your subscription for a month if you know you not going to be using it.

 

Cycleops I got a years free subscription with the package when I bought my IDT. Ends in about June or July so will renew it then.

 

If you serious about your training and want to improve its the best money to spend. Results are always almost guaranteed.

 

I personally really enjoy working with the TrainerRoad programs... and the racing on VT is good fun that teaches you just how far you can push your body and what you can sustain for a period of time.

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Thanks guys - consider me subbed!

 

See you there - hopefully tonight, if I can get my internet sorted in the room!

I will have to miss a few days after racing for 2 nights in a row. Maybe next Tues as a final hit out before the Argus.

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I will have to miss a few days after racing for 2 nights in a row. Maybe next Tues as a final hit out before the Argus.

 

You could just cruise along at an easy pace!!

 

Provided you got the discipline / resolve not to get sucked into trying to stay ahead of the rider behind or catch the rider in front.....

I'm not good at that, keep saying I'm going to ride slower as per training plan...BUT NO my wife was right again....the male brain does not work like that

 

maybe next week i'll get it right

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You could just cruise along at an easy pace!!

 

Provided you got the discipline / resolve not to get sucked into trying to stay ahead of the rider behind or catch the rider in front.....

I'm not good at that, keep saying I'm going to ride slower as per training plan...BUT NO my wife was right again....the male brain does not work like that

 

maybe next week i'll get it right

My wife laughs at us all the time. She says that male ego will still kill us.

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