193: How Much Speed Can Be Bought? With Ben Delaney

193: How Much Speed Can Be Bought? With Ben Delaney

Author: Fast Talk Labs December 9, 2021 Duration: 1:01:43
Today we’re talking speed, but not necessarily the kind that comes from hard work, although we touch on things like coaches and training plans as the first and most important step to “buying” speed. This episode is about what makes you faster by focusing on aerodynamics and reducing drag or that CdA coefficient that is so important. This is an episode about the things that directly bring speed.    We’re joined by our friend and colleague Ben Delaney who has spent decades riding and reviewing countless bikes and pieces of gear for VeloNews and BikeRadar, as well as time in the industry with Specialized. He takes us through his tiered hierarchy of options when it comes to spending your way to a faster you.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ever wondered what truly separates a good training plan from a great one, or how the latest sports science can be applied to your next ride? Fast Talk, from Fast Talk Labs, digs into those questions with a refreshing depth. Coaches and sport scientists Trevor Connor and Rob Pickels steer these conversations, but the real focus is on the roster of world-class experts they bring to the microphone. Each episode feels like a deep dive into a specific corner of endurance sports, moving beyond surface-level tips to explore the underlying principles of performance. You’ll hear detailed discussions on training methodology, from the nuances of polarized plans to the practical application of interval sessions, alongside frank explorations of sports nutrition and physiology. This isn't just about listening to interviews; it's about accessing a continuous education in cycling and endurance, delivered through engaging dialogue. The Fast Talk podcast consistently provides actionable insights, whether you're fine-tuning your next workout or rethinking your annual approach to fitness. It’s for anyone who wants their training informed by both cutting-edge research and hard-earned, practical experience from the top minds in the sport.
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