Quote Originally Posted by marty mcfly View Post
So in this case the summary is:

If you're looking to develop aerobic fitness, go for 80+. If you're looking to develop muscle strength, go for 60 and a big gear.

Just common sense really!
No Marty.Not necessarily. You'll be able to ride faster with the 60-70RPM at the same V02, according to this study. BUT, this study was probably carried out indoors on a static trainer.

Therefore it cannot be applied to riding on the road. Some of the variables will be different.

The best gear will be the one that requires the least amount of power for the same amount of speed.

Getting the best out of one's riding is a fascinating subject, because unlike running a lot of things can be changed.

I think the UCI and their butcher bike philosophy, has destroyed a lot of innovation in the cycling world. They should have allowed Obree type positions to be advanced, and from this we would have seen some radical designs.