is it worth doing and does it really help?

Power meters or riding by feel, what’s better for training? I love my power data, but some just go by vibe! Do you need tech to get faster, or is feel enough?

As an avid but older cyclist at 72 I have found an overwhelming amount of resources to learn how to train better or get a better FTP or how to tweak my bike to save 3 watts but very few resources to cater for older cyclists who are prioritising exercise and social interactions over pure performance. I would be interested to hear as to what your priority in this regard. I would like to see a set of radio buttons in our profile set up allowing each rider to select what their priority is. Indicate your main reason for cycling: ( ) performance ( ) health and fitness ( ) fun and social interactions This would allow us to find and filter the cyclists that we may relate to best. I can see how this would be very helpful once more cyclists sign into this app.

"Indoor cycling is cheating — real progress only happens on the road." With Zwift, TrainerRoad, and smart trainers, more and more riders barely go outside anymore… But is that really the same as riding out in the wind, the hills, and the chaos of real roads? 🌧️ Is indoor riding a powerful training tool… or just a comfort zone that slows down real progress?🤔 Do you prefer sweating in your living room or battling the elements? Make your case below 👇

Strava is fun. It’s social. It’s motivating. But let’s be honest: How many times have you pushed harder than you should have just because someone might see your ride? You’re supposed to be riding in Zone 2… But you see a hill… And now you’re chasing a KOM…... and your recovery ride just became a threshold effort. Let’s open the discussion 👇 1. Have you ever felt Strava pressure affecting your pacing? 2. Do you ever hide rides or set them to private to stay disciplined? 3. Should serious cyclists stop using Strava entirely or learn to use it differently? Share your honest thoughts. No judgment. Just raw feedback from real riders.