As I recall, the power profiles that Andy created are based on the maximum outputs for all types of cyclists assumed to be at a certain level. So, for example, the 5 second and 1 minute numbers are based on sprint specialists on the track (rather than roadie 'sprinters').
Is there any way to convert the power profile into representative numbers for non-specialists? That is to say, can it be used to estimate what outputs are typical for a strong sprinter in a given category on the road (rather than on the track)?
Or is the revised version of the profile with corresponding USCF categories the attempt to do this?
I ask out of curiosity's sake only; I understand that the profiles are just loose guidelines.
Is there any way to convert the power profile into representative numbers for non-specialists? That is to say, can it be used to estimate what outputs are typical for a strong sprinter in a given category on the road (rather than on the track)?
Or is the revised version of the profile with corresponding USCF categories the attempt to do this?
I ask out of curiosity's sake only; I understand that the profiles are just loose guidelines.