The data graph on the bottom displays a rolling 10 minute record of the power zones and heart rate. You can activate it by pressing G on the keyboard or choosing the appropriate item on the in game action bar.

This is Zwift, which is an interactive cycling/running simulator. I've ridden stationary bikes before and Zwift is so much better.

Thanks James, great idea!

Thanks Greg. Our family is healing with God's help. Praying you feel well enough to ride....Looking forward to riding stage 3!

The only warning you will get in Zwift is when the leaderboard comes up on the left side. This gives you time to prepare (Sprint, KOM, etc.) . For sprint segments, your effort should include the extra time needed to hit the start of the segment at TOP speed. Ideally you don't want to be still accellerating at the start. The start lines are not very noticeable, so it may be a good idea to do a recon before the actual effort. You can also go on a website like Zwift Insider to scope out the segments on the course map. With so many worlds to ride in, this may be your best bet to find the segment most suited for you.

It was while I was seeking God in my morning prayer when God spoke to me in my spirit. Prayer can be two way communication if we quiet ourselves enough from the busyiness of life to listen. Knowing and discerning God's voice requires us to know his character and his word. God's voice is always in agreement with his word, and I never recommend people blindly follow the voice of God without it being affirmed in other ways.

@@finishstrongcycling2355 by "always in agreement with his word" I suppose you're saying that God wouldn't ask you to do bad things so if you're hearing that it's not God. Do you actually hear a voice or is it a thought? All this sounds like I'm trying to make you question yourself but it's not the case I'm genuinely curious.

@@finishstrongcycling2355 second observation. Don't you think it's cruel for God to test you through leap of faiths? I'm just a tiny vulnerable human being and I can't afford to go endanger my life like that without any guarantee that it'll work out. You yourself has said that sometimes God has made you do things that challenge human reason, well, I don't think people should be put into the position to do that without God opening the doors for you first. But then it's not really faith anymore. Does he even forgive you if you don't leap?

@@sallyann985 Faith itself is a gift. The test of faith is like a classroom, not a firing squad. It's meant by God to increase our faith and help us live more aware of the spiritual reality in which we exist. It's never intended to be something that harms us. Remember I said God is the perfect father. A dad asking his child to jump into his arms in a scary pool when they can't swim may seem cruel to the child too, but we all know it is to help them to not be afraid and learn to swim. Tests of faith should be seen as stepping stones to help us believe him for much bigger things.

@@sallyann985 That's right, which is why it is important to understand God's word. I've never heard an audible voice but rather the voice of God for me has mostly been a thought in answer to a question asked in prayer. Sometimes it's a picture that comes to mind, or something from God's word that comes back to my rememberance in that moment. If I'm ever priviledged to hear an audible voice, It would be a rare blessing, but absolutely not necessary. We have God's word that is so rich in helping us know him and his character, we as believers don't need to be spoiled in such a way. The face to face conversations will come at an appropriate time, for sure though.

Thanks Peter, that was quite a shocker for me. I've been spoiled on some very well run group rides in the past I guess!

Often my Zwift sprint form is constrained by fatigue, which is why I sit sometimes after the initial kick. If you watch Zwift races, the game rewards higher peak power efforts during acceleration. Once you've hit your top speed, however, it takes less watts to maintain that speed. This is why my burst is on the front end of my sprint. It creates the greatest speed differental to minimize the chance of giving someone a lead out. To improve your sprint, practice 15 second sprints (300m) once a week. When I'm in Zwift, I like to pick a couple of sprint segments and try to get the jersey. Best wishes on your races!

@@finishstrongcycling2355 Ah, that makes some sense. Usually I drop into the 12 or 13 and just try to snap my cranks. Perhaps I should try to jump in the 14 or 15 for a higher peak, then downshift and give what's left in the legs.

@@EnigmaticAnomaly Once you pop your sprint, getting a higher peak will help for sure, then keeping it floored to the finish should give you better results. The other key element is timing, which comes with experience. I generally don't go first unless the distance is 200m or less.

Typically your trainer will need to have a power meter for your results to count. If power comes from a zPower calculation, you'll be filtered out of the results. Check the capabilities of your rollers to find out if they have a power meter and communications compatible with Zwift, and don't forget to create a Zwiftpower account as the community generally relies on Zwiftpower for the official results.

Haleakala offers one of the best views for the price of your suffering ticket. Glad you could experience it!

I'm starting to grow fond of events that have a little kick in them. I think it more adequately simulates IRL group rides.

Thanks for the tips!

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It was certainly an event not to forget, that's for sure. I had only an inkling of its destructive power at that moment.

Yes, I've had no issues and I don't have to calibrate on a regular basis. This is a rock solid product designed for heavy use!

Sorry I missed your comment and the chance to ride together, but I don't think my suffering would have provided much company on Stage 2 (ugh!). I plan to do stage three A course on 1/18 at 6PM ET. It should be a nice group blob! Find me in the Zwift App if you want to join!

I use the Venge S-Works with the DT Swiss ARC 62 Dicut Disc

Hey James! I completely understand. I'm doing #3 on 1/18 at 6PM ET. Maybe you can join!

The climb from coast to summit took me 6 1/2 hours. I was recovering from a health issue so your time may quite likely be better. I didn't have time to do the descent that day, but if you do plan to do it, make sure you or your support brings a windbreaker or rain jacket. Descending through the cloud layer can involve rain and very low temperatures, which can be uncomfortable or even dangerous if unprepared.

People known for their FTP are usually very strong on long efforts and can be dangerous on breakaways or long solos to the finish, but may not necessarily have a high WKG. Climbers have unusually strong WKG (watt per kilo) numbers, not just raw watts. Depending on their training, they can be great on shorter climbs (think Box Hill) or longer efforts like the Alpe, or are among the rare class who are great at both.

@@finishstrongcycling2355 I see. Thank you.