The Cycling Brief

[BRIEF] Why Peak Power Is Cycling's Most Overrated Number

• Season 1 • Episode 88

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New sprint physiology research reveals that peak power is a poor predictor of elite sprint success. We break down why the shape of a rider's power curve matters far more than the number — and what it means for road sprinting at the Tour de France.

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