What is Zwift power for?

Can you lose weight on Zwift?

Try to add 30-60min easy fasted sessions into your Zwift routine (2-3 times per week). These rides, preferably on an empty stomach before breakfast, will help you burn extra fat. Your energy system will tap into your fat stores right away as it will have very limited glycogen (carbohydrates) available to rely on.

How do I increase my Zwift speed?

The more power you're putting into the pedals, the faster you will go. World: road gradient, draft effects, road surfaces, and air density values in Zwift's virtual worlds all affect the speed of your avatar.

Does bike weight affect speed?

(A heavier bike won't make up the entire difference, especially if the downhill requires breaking, but it will accelerate slightly faster than a lighter one.) A much more efficient—and economical—way to lighten your load is to shed body weight, says Gourley, not bike weight.

How much faster will I cycle if I lose weight?

For the average-strength rider on the 2016 Transcontinental (TCR) route, decreasing the total weight by 5 kg would make the average speed increase by just 0.

Are more expensive bikes faster?

More expensive bikes generally have components that work a little better, are easier to maintain, adjust and stay in adjustment better, are lighter and more durable. They are not "faster" just because they cost more.

Is a carbon fiber bike worth it?

It's like any other component, carbon is worth it to some but not for others. Very subjective. Benefits of carbon- lighter, more "tuneable", won't rust, and unlike steel or aluminum will never fatigue. Benefits of steel/aluminum- more impact resistant, cheaper.

Do carbon fiber bikes break easily?

When made well, carbon fiber can be tougher than steel and quite safe. But when made incorrectly, carbon-fiber components can easily break. ... Unlike with other materials, if you overtighten carbon-fiber parts, they're likely to shatter down the road.

How long will a carbon fiber bike last?

Myth: A carbon frame won't last as long as a metal one. Reality: As long as you don't crash hard or take a hammer to the frame, a carbon bike can theoretically last forever. In fact, steel and aluminum last only so long before the metal fatigues and can no longer be used safely, but carbon remains stable indefinitely.

Why are carbon fiber bikes so expensive?

Materials. One of the biggest factors in the cost of bicycles is materials. Carbon fiber comes in various forms and grades. The higher the quality of carbon, the greater the cost of sourcing from manufacturers.

Are Trek bikes worth the money?

Trek is comparably priced to all other bikes. In my area, they tend to run maybe 10% more. 10% on an average sale of $1000 isn't much. The expertise at our particular Trek store is probably worth it all by it's self.

Are Trek bikes made in China?

Trek has two manufacturing facilities in Wisconsin -- one in Waterloo and one in Whitewater. Overseas, it builds in Germany, Holland and China. In 2011, CEO John Burke said Trek's sales were more than $800 million.

Can cracked carbon fiber be fixed?

From the website: “Appleman Bicycles can repair your damaged, broken, busted, or cracked carbon fiber frame! Nearly every carbon fiber frame can be repaired no matter how severe the damage. ... In fact, carbon fiber is one of the most repairable materials and each Appleman repair is covered by a 10 year warranty!

How much does it cost to repair a carbon bike frame?

Smaller cracks (1/3 of tube diameter or smaller) are $200. Medium cracks (fractures greater than 1/3 of the tube diameter) are $300. $400 will fix major damage (missing carbon, damage greater than 6 inches along the tube. The VeloNews.com frame would likely fall into the $300 range.

Does carbon fiber scratch easily?

carbon fiber can scratch, you can sand with some fine grit sand paper (well depending on how large the scratch is).

Can you repair carbon fiber with fiberglass?

There are no special tools, equipment, product, or training required for repairing or replacing of a carbon fiber component. Any of the products that are currently used to repair fiber-reinforced plastics and fiberglass can be used for cosmetic repair of body panels, hoods, decks, and doors.