Anyone have any leads? have been scouring the internet but no dice and im not really near a track

Can anyone recommend a large, programmable LED gym timer/clock for intervals? I'd like something that has an audible countdown for intervals/sprints. There's a lot of options on Amazon, etc but no idea how to gauge quality. TIA.

I've seen a few interactive velodromes out there, but I think this is the first one built to actually simulate your training efforts.

It's called AstroTrack. You ride your own power in first-person: wind-up, up to the rail, dive, and you get a real time for your flying efforts (50, 100, 150 and 200) with stats after each one.

The physics runs live while you ride (aero, rolling resistance, the banking in the turns), so the time you get is what your watts would actually do on the boards. It's the same engine I've been using to break down my own race files.

You can also chase a rabbit that rides your target pace, so you see exactly where you're gaining or losing.

One HUGE feature: you can ride a Lemond with just a cadence sensor and the game engine will compute your power!

As momentum grows I'll add new features - standing laps, Kilos and more.

Coming soon on iOS. Would love to hear what you think, and what you would like to see!

article here https://www.thaipbsworld.com/world/558702
Streets around are more or less dry now but the whole sport facilities complex is still a lake.

Hey everyone, new to the sub 👋

I’ve been working on a cycling training project for the last couple of years, mainly based around polarized training.

Recently I started experimenting with something a bit different for indoor training: a virtual velodrome.

The idea is pretty simple: instead of just staring at numbers during an FTP test or hard interval session, you actually ride around a velodrome. I’ve added things like an FTP test, an Hour Record mode and, more recently, some basic track racing modes.

You can race with friends, and bots fill the remaining spots. I’ve currently got things like Scratch, Points, Elimination, Pursuit, Match Sprint and Flying Lap working.

I’m not really trying to build “the next Zwift”. There are already plenty of platforms doing that. The idea is more to have a simple, free playground that works alongside the tools people already use.

I haven’t announced it publicly yet because I honestly want to figure out whether it’s actually fun before putting it out there.

So I’m curious: if you could ride a virtual velodrome, what would actually make you want to come back to it?

And yes, winter is coming. 😅 Anything that makes those indoor miles a little less boring can’t hurt, right?

EDIT; Forgot to add link; polarized.cc/app

Anyone using the Vapor T? Looking for shoes to use only on the track. Primarily would be for sprints and 500s. Having the extra strap seems like a better setup than the zero T.

Despite it being labeled as a road tire. Is it a decent option for track? They are significantly cheaper than speeds and controls.

i like having a speed sensor on my bike especially for hour of power because the speed readout in the corners is more accurate than gps, but ever since i’ve put a tri-spoke on the front and disc on the rear of my bike i’ve been unsure of where to put it. i’ve been using one of those small magene ones that uses an o ring around the hub but that wouldn’t be able to fit over the wide spokes of my front wheel. i wanna know how other people attach them with non traditional wheels

Not a paid post, just a genuine recommendation. If you have the opportunity, consider attending one of Coach Stephen McMullan's (AthleteXcel) Sprint Camps. I attended last weekend’s camp at CNCB in Bromont, Quebec, and came away with valuable new insights into my fitness, skills, and race strategy heading into the winter season.

Our group included riders with a wide range of experience and abilities, and Stephen still gave everyone plenty of individual attention and specific, useful feedback.

More information:
https://athletesxcel.square.site/product/athletes-xcel-track-sprint-training-camp-3-day-bromont-qc/5U6WUZ6WMT4XLLD36TKIRHGF

Mods: If this crosses the line into promotion, I completely understand if it’s removed.

Edit: Added information

Love to visit Ed Rudolph velodrome outside of Chicago for Thursday night racing during the summer. Any suggestions for other good places (in the Midwest) next summer to check as a fan (not racing) with my kiddo?

Can you say/explain what target cadence should be for what effort?

For example, we can have 53/13 (110") and we can make rolling acceleration and peak cadence can be 120. But if we make fly effort we'll have 135 peak cadence.

This's absolutly different works on the same gear.

We can put 60/12 (135") and make standing starts. What we'll improve?

So, can say or explain what gear for what effort for what we can make on the track (sprint)?

I've run into a problem with the bike... I thought I was buying a 2012 langster pro - https://www.specialized.com/au/en/langster-pro-frameset/p/35039?color=80373-35039,

this was listed for £525, so I was very excited to buy it. what I was actually sent was the previous generation, https://www.specialized.com/gb/en/langster-pro-frameset/p/23642?color=36017-23642, for £525.

This was purchased on a cycle to work scheme, so itll be closer to £430 in reality. My options are stick with it, or get a refund and start the process again.

I'm gutted, as I was very excited to get the racier looking newer model, but now I have the frame at home, I'm reluctant to send it back, but I just want some advice on how viable it is as a race rig - bear in mind it would be my first track rig.

update... finished build below - first track rig ready to ride.

Hi, first year junior here, racing track and road. I've got a question. I started track cycling last year, in the youth category and continued until this year. At start I was using an old Duratec frame/set from a team that introduced me to track. (a Czech company specializing on manufacturing aluminium alloy frames).
For this year I've got an Author CA-Track carbon frame for track from my team, but since my height is a little problematic (192cm) and the frame is size M/L, I kinda feel cramped on it, like I can't really get into a more aero position in a race and overall going off the saddle feels really unstable. Here are some pictures: https://imgur.com/a/9jjnEca (the ones on the wooden track are with a shorter stem, others with a new, longer one. I think it helped a little.) [I've just raced an UCI CL1 race, but still can't find photos from it, if someone would be interested I can send some in a day or so.]
I was wondering, if someone has a tip or tips for a better track frame, preferably used, since price for me is an important aspect. I live in Czechia, so anything near Europe, of course if someone has tips outside that are really 'bang for buck' I would be interested also.
Thanks for every tip or a comment.

Would anyone have any advice for sizing this for a 180cm/82cm inseam sprinter? SP recommends a large. While the geometry is a bit more modern, not sure whether I should still, nonetheless, size up to the XL.

Input from anyone with experience would be very appreciated 😊!

Hi all, I want to get speed data from my track sessions in addition to power and heart rate. What are you all using to gather this data?

I know I can calculate speed from my splits but I’d like to minimise friction where possible.

I’m looking at devices like the wahoo trackr speed which strap around a hub spindle. I’m running DT Swiss 370 Track hubs on my main wheels which have very skinny spindle diameters and I’m unsure if the trackr will fit snugly or just flop around. Does anyone have experience with this arrangement?

Looking at getting started on the track next year, as I am local to an outdoor velodrome, and I'm tired of driving over an hour each way to midweek crits.

looking for some general advice on what's worth doing/preparing for/training when it comes to making the transition from ~1 hour crits, to track racing.

Basically if I can get some pointers so I'm not making obvious noob mistakes.

I'm going to build up a 2016 specialized langster pro. Don't know what wheelset to go for, also don't know much about gear ratios. Currently have an ftp of 340-350 with a max power of around 1100-1200.

Any advice is appreciated!!

Why are quick plyometrics done for track sprinting? Plyometrics are usually done for stretch shortening cycle, low ground contact time and stiffness/elasctisty. In cycling sprint you always have constant pressure and technically no ground contact time, wouldnt just powerlifttng to overcome macium isometirc force be enough?

Not my survey but I saw this on IG and thought to share it. Take the survey and help them gather some data.

https://trackcycling.org/tca.html

I’m looking to buy a travel bag/case that can work with my track bike and my road bike. I’m leaning towards a bag so it can be compacted when in storage. What does everyone have? Are there any workarounds you have found to secure the track bikes narrower chainstays to the bags internal frame?

I can get the Sram PC-1 or KMC S-1 Chains for dirt cheap, but I'm worried they may not perform to the level that is needed for actual Track racing. Does anyone have any experiences with either of these chains on the track, and what chain recommendations are there for somewhat budget chains

Out of commission on the track for 6–9 months due to an arm and tibia injury from a road crash. I’m looking at the KICKR Bike as a rehab and sprint training platform.

Any feedback from track riders using one would be greatly appreciated!