You are right, I do not agree with many of Friel's ideas about training. Keep in mind that I am not arrogant enough to believe that I am somehow smarter than him or have more experience. However, most of my opinions have been developed by reading those of experienced coaches and excercise physiologists who put a heavy emphasis on fact and having research/scientific evidence to back there claims up. And this has led me to doubt the need for base training, the benefits of weight lifting, and the effects of "pedaling drills." I will not, however, tell you your coach is wrong or that you should do something different. Keep in mind, however, that much of the advice on this forum will differ from that of your coach. I think you should browse previous threads and develop your own opinions on weightlifting, base, pedaling technique etc. But if you are improving, and you like what you're doing, then by all means, continue on. Because that's the whole point, right?