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yello said:Interesting article about cadence in this months C+. I've only skimmed it as it only arrived this morning but, basically, some bloke (researcher type person) sez that we all have a natural cadence and it is often better to stick to that rather than try to change it, as this natural cadence is also our optimal one. Also, in some circumstances, it's better to have a slower cadence on bigger gears. As I recall, only TTing really benefits from a high cadence.
it was reading that article that lead me to posting this thread, the research appeared to me to be advocating pedaling slower to increase speed. that surely can only be by turning a bigger gear. i guess my point being is that whenever i see what appears to be a novice/new cyclist chugging along in the big ring, i feel like saying, give yourself a break drop onto the inner, spin and enjoy.