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Cycling Power Calculator

Estimate cycling power from speed, rider mass, gradient, rolling resistance and aerodynamic drag.

Enter your figures

Enter the values below. Use the units shown beside each field.

rider + bike, kg
km/h
%
km/h; negative = tailwind
m²
Formula / methodP = [m·g·grade + m·g·Crr + ½·ρ·CdA·vᵣ²] × v.

Your result

Calculated from your inputs.
Estimated cycling power
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Power-to-weight
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Aerodynamic power
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Reference note: This is a physics-based estimate using standard air density and the entered assumptions. Drivetrain losses and acceleration are not included.

How to use this calculator

What to enter

Enter or select the following as requested: Total mass; Speed; Road grade; Headwind; Rolling resistance (Crr); Aerodynamic area (CdA). Follow the units, valid ranges, examples, and options displayed beside each field.

What the result means

The result estimates a sports performance, pace, workload, score, or training metric from the values entered. Check units, timing method, event rules, and whether the calculation assumes constant pace or ideal conditions.

When to use it

Use this for training plans or informal performance comparisons. Treat the result as an estimate and adjust for individual condition, equipment, environment, and relevant coaching or medical advice.