Validity, Sensitivity, Reproducibility and Robustness of the Powertap, Stages and Garmin Vector Power Meters in Comparison With the SRM Device
Résumé
A large number of power meters were produced on the market for nearly 20 years and according to user requirements. Purpose: This study aimed to determine the validity, sensitivity, reproducibility and robustness of the Powertap (PWT), Stages (STG) and Garmin Vector (VCT) power meters in comparison with the SRM device. Methods: A national-level male competitive cyclist was required to complete three laboratory cycling tests that included a sub-maximal incremental test, a sub-maximal 30-min continuous test and a sprint test. Two additional tests were performed: the first on vibration exposures in the laboratory and the second in the field. Results: The VCT provided a significantly lower 5 s power output (PO) during the sprint test with a low gear ratio compared with the POSRM (-36.9%). The POSTG was significantly lower than the POSRM within the heavy exercise intensity zone (zone 2, -5.1%) and the low part of the severe intensity zone (zone 3, -4.9%). The POVCT was significantly lower than the POSRM only within zone 2 (-4.5%). The POSTG was significantly lower in standing position than in the seated position (-4.4%). The reproducibility of the PWT, STG and VCT was similar to that of the SRM system. The POSTG and POVCT were significantly decreased from a vibration frequency of 48 Hz and 52 Hz, respectively. Conclusions: The PWT, STG and the VCT systems appear to be reproducible, but the validity, sensitivity and robustness of the STG and VCT systems should be treated with some caution according to the conditions of measurement.
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Bouillod (2016). Validity, sensitivity, reproducibility and robustness of the powertap, stages and garmin vector power meters in comparison with the SRM device.pdf (695.96 Ko)
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