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FTP Explained
Defines FTP; its limits; and how riders should use it in training and pacing.
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FTP Explained groups the most important pages in this cluster so riders can move faster from a vague problem toward a useful next step. Use this hub as both navigation and context: scan the summaries, open the child page that best matches your question, then continue into ftp / w/kg calculator when you are ready to act.
W/kg and Power Zones Guide
Explains threshold-derived zones and why W/kg matters more on climbs than on flats.
Power-to-Speed Guide
Shows how power; aerodynamics; weight; tyres; gradient; and weather influence speed.
Climb Time and Event Pacing Guide
Explains conservative pacing for climbs and events with links to fueling and intensity planning.
Next step
Turn this guide into your own fit setup
Use the free fit to connect these guidelines to your body, your bike, and the next change that actually matters.
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Wkg And Power Zones Guide
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Power To Speed Guide
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How BestBikeFit4U Works
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Triathlon Bike Fit Guide
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Start with a free fit before you change anything major
Use the ftp explained guide to turn ftp explained into a practical next step for your riding or training plan.