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L’Étape Bike, Gear, and Course Analysis: Preparing for Race Day

Today at 11:41 am2 min reading

Looking closer at the L’Étape Hilly Stage course, I realised I might need to tweak my bike setup. I have goals for my average pace and even the KOM competition, but my inexperience with racing has made it hard to put together a pacing strategy.…

Tile Hunting: The Risks and Rewards of the Chase

April 28, 2026 at 3:09 pm2 min reading

Outdoor/Mountain

At its core, tile hunting is about more than just collecting squares. It’s a way to turn riding into a game, to give your kilometres a different purpose outside of fitness. It can push you to explore, but it can also become an obsession. Let’s…

How Do Garmin, Apple Watch, Oura Ring, and Whoop Compare in Sleep Tracking?

April 9, 2026 at 8:14 am2 min reading

Health & Training

With so many wearables on the market claiming to track sleep, which one actually delivers the most accurate results? A new study, conducted by The Quantified Scientist in collaboration with the University of Salzburg, put 15 wearables to the test in a sleep lab. The…

Inside Indoor Cycling: How Much Is an Indoor Cycling Setup?

December 30, 2025 at 6:00 am2 min reading

Health & Training

Buying a smart indoor trainer is rarely a single purchase. Once you step into indoor cycling, you’re also choosing a platform, thinking about cooling, noise, comfort, and how pleasant the whole experience will be when you’re sweating through a dark January evening.

Garmin’s VO2 max – At What Point Can You No Longer Trust It?

October 3, 2025 at 10:21 am2 min reading

Health & Training

Garmin loves to flash your VO2 max on screen, but how much can you rely on that number? New research suggests the answer depends not only on the device, but also on how fit you are.

All You Need to Know About the Garmin Index™ BPM Smart Blood Pressure Monitor

May 9, 2024 at 7:33 am3 min reading

Health & Training

The Garmin Index™ BMP is a device clinically validated for blood pressure and heart rate measurements that automatically syncs your readings to your Garmin Connect. It was launched in the US and the UK in September 2022 but has recently started selling in many more…

How Accurate Are Garmin HRV Measurements Compared to the Gold Standard?

March 5, 2024 at 5:10 pm3 min reading

Health & Training

Many cyclists now have access to measuring heart rate variability which can be a very useful metric for guiding recovery and training intensity. But can you rely on the HRV numbers that your Garmin is showing you? Let’s take a look at what the research…

What to Look for This Black Friday

November 23, 2023 at 12:23 pm5 min reading

Socialising and Culture

Black Friday is upon us. May God have mercy on our souls. Well, yes, I’m a bit overdramatic. After all, Black Friday is not black at all. It’s the brightest of all days when we can get some new gear, accessories, and tech with huge…

What Does the New Garmin Endurance Score Feature Tell You?

October 5, 2023 at 7:09 pm4 min reading

Health & Training

Garmin introduced the Endurance Score metric to provide a comprehensive insight into athletes’ capacity to maintain performance levels over long durations. This article delves into what this metric is, how it’s calculated, and how it differs from the well-known VO2 Max metric.

How to Use Garmin Training Status as a Cyclist

August 18, 2023 at 5:18 pm3 min reading

Health & Training

Garmin’s Cycling Training Status is a feature that many cyclists with Garmin devices like the Edge series are familiar with. It provides a concise summary of how effective your recent rides and training sessions have been over the past month. But have you ever wondered…

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L’Étape Bike, Gear, and Course Analysis: Preparing for Race Day

Tile Hunting: The Risks and Rewards of the Chase

How Do Garmin, Apple Watch, Oura Ring, and Whoop Compare in Sleep Tracking?

Inside Indoor Cycling: How Much Is an Indoor Cycling Setup?

Garmin’s VO2 max – At What Point Can You No Longer Trust It?

All You Need to Know About the Garmin Index™ BPM Smart Blood Pressure Monitor

How Accurate Are Garmin HRV Measurements Compared to the Gold Standard?

What to Look for This Black Friday

What Does the New Garmin Endurance Score Feature Tell You?

How to Use Garmin Training Status as a Cyclist

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