Jul 17
Why Measure Power? There has been an evolution from using only using heart rate measurements for training purposes to measuring the power output of the cyclists. To meet this need training method several approaches have been taken to develop power meters than read out the power in watts, being applied to the pedals. Two Components Most power meters are in two components. There is the mechanism to make the reading using something like a strain gauge. This is either built into the crank, the hub
