These nifty devices measure in watts how much force you apply to the pedals while you are riding. This removes the variance to speed caused by wind, hills, etc.. Among other benefits, watts provide an objective measure by which you can compare your ability to other riders.

Contents 1 Getting Started 2 Further Reading 3 Power Meters & Software 4 External Links

Getting Started Edit

1. Buy a power meter
2. Read this.
3. Test your self
4. Train your engine

Further Reading Edit

• FAQ
• Training and Racing with a Powermeter (by Andy Coggan) here (101 kB .pdf)
• The Road Cyclist’s Guide to Training by Power
• Many of the big names in power based training hang out on the wattage list over at topica.

Power Meters & Software Edit

Product	Description
SRM Power Meter
[ Polar Power Meter]
[ http://www.cycle-ops.com Saris/Cycle-Ops PowerTap]
ErgoMo
Cycling Peaks Software
Power Profiling xls	It is simply human nature to wonder how one compares with others for any measurement, and cycling power output is certainly no exception to this rule. Use this free spreadsheet to see how you compare.

External Links Edit

• www.wheelbuilder.com has a deal on powertap wheels and cycling peaks software.
• analyticcycling.com provides technical methods for evaluating and estimating cycling performance and parameters.
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• here Learn more about the history of ergo meters.