Kingcyle Computerised Cyclist Turbo Trainer BCF BCCS Standardisation Proceedures

BCF/BCCS TESTS STANDARDISATION PROCEDURES

The Human Engine: The human engine is notoriously unreliable for comparing power outputs so we do not recommend using a rider as a means of checking your trainers output against ours as simply eating or drinking something can affect a rider by around 5% within minutes as blood is diverted to the stomach and the body is relaxed (see the following BCF procedures extracted from our handbook).

1. The Environment

a. Select special quiet area isolated from other influences e.g. training, non-essential personnel etc.

b. Only conduct test in a well ventilated area with room temperature between 20 - 22 degrees celsius and a relative humidity of less than 80%.

c. Conduct the test procedures without "peripheral" personnel who may influence the performance of the subject. Only the coach and test administering staff should be present.

d. DO NOT provide any motivation to the rider WHATSOEVER.

2. The Rider's Rule

a. Ensure that the rider uses the machine which is normally used for racing/training with a normal range of gears, and that any subsequent tests are performed on the SAME machine.

b. Ensure that the tyre pressure is set to 100 psi. (Provided the tyre is rated for this, otherwise max possible allowed).

c. Ensure that the rider's machine is clean and free from obstructions likely to interfere with the equipment.

3. The Rider's Clothing

a. Prior to the test allow the rider to warm-up in his usual indoor training clothes.

b. During the actual test procedures have the rider dress ONLY in racing vest shorts, socks and
racing shoes. Remove ALL other articles including watches, chains, medallions etc.

4. The Cooling Fan
a. In order to maintain a reasonable cooling effect use a 16" electric fan with a 3 speed setting, set on the highest speed for the test. WARNING: THE FAN SHOULD NOT BE SWITCHED ON/OFF WHILST TESTS ARE IN PROGRESS AS THE INTERFERENCE CAUSED BY THIS MAY CAUSE THE COMPUTER TO LOSE DATA FROM THE TEST.

b. Place the fan approximately 1.5 metres in front of the rider, at handlebar height and directed at the rider's head and neck.

5. The Rider
a. Check to make sure that the rider is not suffering from ANY conditions which may affect performance

e.g. injury, colds, flu, etc.
b. UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES ALLOW ANYONE TO PERFORM THE TEST WITH A VIRAL INFECTION, no matter how mild it may be considered.
c. Make sure that the rider has not undertaken ANY intensive training or competition on the day of the test, nor performed a similar test within the previous 24 hours.
d. Make sure that the rider has not eaten for at least 2 hours prior to the test. Fluids may be taken up to 1 hour prior to the test but HIGH SUGAR CONTENT DRINKS SHOULD BE AVOIDED.
e. Prior to the test procedure allow the rider to perform his/her own warm-up routine either on a bike, with or without rollers, in or out of doors, including any special routines e.g. stretching, which he/she NORMALLY performs.