FTP Testing for Cycling in Santa Cruz
Professional FTP (Functional Threshold Power) testing for cyclists. Wahoo KICKR Bike testing provides precise power zones for training optimization.
FTP is maximum power sustainable for ~1 hour:
- Foundation for all cycling training zones
- Measured in watts
- Determines sweet spot, threshold, VO₂ max intervals
- Essential for structured training
Traditional FTP: 20-minute all-out effort (multiply by 0.95)
VO₂ Max Protocol: Ramp test to exhaustion, calculate FTP from threshold
- More accurate than 20-min test
- Less psychological demand
- Provides complete VO₂ max data + FTP
Professional smart bike for accurate testing:
- Fully customizable fit to match your bike
- Precise power measurement
- Controllable resistance
- Climbing simulation capability
Testing provides all training zones:
- Zone 1 (Active Recovery): <55% FTP
- Zone 2 (Endurance): 56-75% FTP
- Zone 3 (Tempo): 76-90% FTP
- Zone 4 (Threshold): 91-105% FTP
- Zone 5 (VO₂ Max): 106-120% FTP
- Zone 6 (Anaerobic): >120% FTP
Use FTP in training platforms:
- Input FTP for automatic workout scaling
- All intervals adjust to your fitness
- Retest every 6-12 weeks
FTP testing for competitive cyclists:
- Predict time trial performance
- Track fitness improvements
- Compare to category standards
- Watts/kg for climbing performance
FTP applies to all cycling disciplines:
- Sustained climbing power
- Endurance for long rides
- Training specificity still required
VO₂ Max Test: $250
Complete FTP testing with power zones and training recommendations on Wahoo KICKR Bike.
Fit Evaluations
311 Soquel Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95062
Behind Hindquarter restaurant (second entrance off Dakota St.)
Contact:
Phone: 831-400-9227
Email: info@fitevals.com
Professional FTP testing for cyclists in Santa Cruz.