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I wanna say speed skating is the only dependably crossover sport so far? Not just from the Heidens 40 years ago, lots of other examples here: https://www.google
by rhizome 5y ago
I wanna say speed skating is the only dependably crossover sport so far? Not just from the Heidens 40 years ago, lots of other examples here: https://www.google.com/search?q=speed+skating+cycling https://www.google.com/search?q=speed+skating+cycling
- sidibe 5y agoI think besides great endurance and ability to recover, being able to turn down the self-preservation knob is important in cycling. This is also true in speed skating moreso than the other endurance sports. Being able to relax on the downhills or in a fast moving peloton is essential to save energy
- matsemann 5y agoI'm from a small place in Norway, known for its speed skaters. And my impression is they actually bike a lot as part of their off season training.