FTP Testing for Cycling in Santa Cruz

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.