162: Riding at altitude, do you deserve that bike?

The Paceline Cycling Podcast · Jun 29, 2019 · 53m

Say you're going on vacation, because it's summer, and say you're taking your bike, because duh bikes. And say you're going someplace mountainous. Also, say you live at sea level. Will the altitude ruin your riding? Selene talked to some experts to see just how much the reduced oxygen will hurt your performance. There are, however, things you can do to take care of yourself and limit the effects of altitude on your performance. Is that really the bike you need? It's a great way to intimidate someone about their new bike purchase, or even their anticipated purchase. Which is to say, it's not…