Cycling Watts Per Kg Calculator

Formula

To calculate the Cycling Watts Per Kg:

\[ WPK = \frac{W}{KG} \]

Where:

\(WPK\) is the Cycling Watts Per Kg (W/Kg)
\(W\) is the Total Power Output (Watts)
\(KG\) is the Cyclist's Body Weight (Kilograms)

What is Cycling Watts Per Kg?

Cycling Watts Per Kg, also known as power-to-weight ratio, is a measurement used by cyclists to compare their performance. It is calculated by dividing the cyclist’s power output in watts by their body weight in kilograms. This ratio is important because it determines a cyclist’s ability to overcome gravity while climbing. The higher the watts per kilogram, the better a cyclist’s performance, especially in uphill or mountainous terrains.

Example Calculation 1

Let's assume the following values:

Total Power Output (\(W\)) = 300 Watts
Cyclist's Body Weight (\(KG\)) = 70 Kilograms

Using the formula:

\[ WPK = \frac{300}{70} = 4.29 \text{ W/Kg} \]

The Cycling Watts Per Kg is 4.29 W/Kg.

Example Calculation 2

Let's assume the following values:

Total Power Output (\(W\)) = 250 Watts
Cyclist's Body Weight (\(KG\)) = 65 Kilograms

Using the formula:

\[ WPK = \frac{250}{65} = 3.85 \text{ W/Kg} \]

The Cycling Watts Per Kg is 3.85 W/Kg.