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Technique Tips <\/strong><\/span><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

Time trial racing <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n

Here\u2019s how best to prepare yourself to beat the clock in TT events<\/p>\n\n

Photography <\/strong>Robert Smith<\/p>\n\n

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01 <\/span>Find your club <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

If you crave the raw speed of time-trial racing, there are around 1,200 open time trial events to choose from every year. These are not managed by British Cycling but by a separate governing body called Cycling Time Trials. There is no individual affiliation option, you just sign up to your affiliated local club and pay an on-the-day race fee. Most races have fixed distances (10, 25, 50 and 100 miles) or fixed times (12 and 24 hours). <\/span><\/p>\n\n

02<\/span> Get aero early <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

The first thing to do is get your position dialled down. \u201cSpending time refining your aero position should be done as early in the season as possible,\u201d says coach Richard Rollinson of CPT Cycling (cptcycling.co.uk<\/a>). This will ensure you feel comfortable and confident on race day. \u201cDial in what gives you the best aerodynamics and power within your flexibility, body shape and comfort \u2013 and then stick to it for the year.\u201d <\/p>\n\n

03<\/span> Ride your TT bike <\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

No matter how fit you are, if you don\u2019t practise on your TT bike, you won\u2019t excel in races. \u201cThe earlier you train with your TT bike, the better your power transfer in that unique TT position,\u201d says Rollinson. \u201cRide with your aero bars at least once a month over winter \u2013 more often if you can. And you can always use an indoor trainer if you prefer not to ride your TT bike outside in the winter months.\u201d<\/span><\/p>\n\n

\u201cAIM TO CARRY YOUR SPEED THROUGH JUNCTIONS, DOWNHILLS AND TECHNICAL SECTIONS BY STAYING OFF THE BRAKES\u201d <\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n\n

04<\/span> Pace yourself<\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

It\u2019s time to get used to pushing big gears. \u201cPacing a time trial is about achieving consistency with a maximum effort,\u201d says Rollinson. \u201cA big gear with high-torque and low-cadence effort is needed to get you up to speed, then adjust your pace and gearing according to headwinds or gradients.\u201d <\/p>\n\n

05 <\/span>Maximise your speed<\/strong><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

In time trials, micro-gains quickly add up so work on your bikehandling technique. \u201cAim to carry your speed through junctions, downhills and technical sections by staying off the brakes, and minimise pedalling on fast corners when you can,\u201d says Rollinson. \u201cThe watts saved through these sections can be used on less technical but physically demanding sections.\u201d <\/p>\n\n

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TRY THESE RACES <\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

Sign up for an event or series to get a feel for TT <\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n

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Tour of Cambridgeshire Time Trial <\/span><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

\u25cf Feel like a pro in this prestigious 26km time trial which features a starting ramp, closed roads and professional commentary. Minimum age is 19 and entrants will be set off at 20-second intervals. Do well enough and you could find yourself on the podium, with the winner being awarded a UCI jersey. <\/span><\/p>\n\n

Triangle Time Trial series <\/span><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n

\u25cf This fun summer series run by Otley Cycle Club (just north of Leeds) welcomes novice and experienced riders on courses ranging from 10 to 30 miles. You don\u2019t need a TT bike: any roadlegal bike is allowed and there\u2019s a handicap system. \u00a34 entry fee for club members or \u00a35 for guests. <\/span><\/p>\n\n

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TIME TRIAL GEAR <\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n

Recommended buys for conquering a TT <\/span><\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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01<\/span> Profile Design Sonic Ergo 4525a <\/strong><\/strong>
\u00a3129.99 <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf You don\u2019t need a designated time trial bike to enter TT, and a set of clip-on bars will help you stay aero and in more comfort during the race. These are a solid pick. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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02<\/span> Castelli Fast Feet TT shoe covers <\/strong><\/strong>
\u00a345 <\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

\u25cf These TT-specific aero shoe covers are coated in silicone to save drag when you\u2019re racing at speed. Grooves on the Lycra leg portion detach airflow for even more speed gains. <\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n\n

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Ultimate Session<\/strong><\/strong>
TT Leg warmer<\/strong><\/strong><\/span><\/strong><\/h5>\n\n\n\n
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Coach<\/span><\/strong> <\/strong>Richard Rollinson, CPT Cycling<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Benefits<\/span><\/strong> <\/strong> Threshold sessions and interval efforts will boost your TT fitness, but regularly practising your prerace warm-up will ensure you feel sharp on race day. \u201cNever underestimate the need to warm up before a TT,\u201d warns Rollinson. \u201cIf you start cold, it will take the first part of your race before your aerobic system is optimally active.\u201d Taking your rollers to the race will ensure you can perform a consistent warm-up \u2013 and help you to minimise the risk of pre-race punctures.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Kit needed<\/span><\/strong> <\/strong>Power meter, turbo or road\/TT bike<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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HOW TO DO IT <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Warm-up <\/span><\/strong>5mins @ 30-56% FTP<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Set 1 <\/span><\/strong>3mins @ 56-76% FTP 3mins @ 76-88% 3mins @ 95-105% FTP<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recovery<\/span><\/strong> <\/strong>5mins @ 30-56% FTP<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Set 2<\/span> <\/strong>3 x90secs @ 105-120% FTP 3mins recovery @ 30-56% FTP in between each effort<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cool-down<\/strong> <\/span>10mins easy spinning<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/section>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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