Scientific Analysis of the Cycling Leg in the 2005 Hawaii Ironman Triathlon

Power Output, Cadence, and Speed

The data below was gathered using an SRM power meter. The information obtained indicates the physiological requirements of cycling in the ironman triathlon, demands of the course, and the training required for elite performance. This information is used as a basis for developing an ironman training program.

Faris Al-Sultan, Ironman World Champion 2005

Data from the champion: The graph shows power (green), speed (pink) and cadence (blue) from the Bavarian pro Faris Al Sultan. The power output over the bike leg averaged 283 watts, the average speed: 40.45 km/h, the average cadence was around 85 rpm.

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