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A Measure of the Power That Drives the Bicycle
Two decades ago, Polar popularized the use of heart-rate monitors as training tools for athletes, both professional and amateur. More recently, dedicated cyclists have added another indicator: their actual power output, usually measured in watts. Cyclists generally capture that information with special hubs or cranks that contain tiny strain gauges. (13/07) Read
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