Zach Nehr
Zach is a freelance writer, the head of ZNehr Coaching, and an elite-level rider in road, track, and e-racing. He writes about everything cycling-related, from buyer's guides to product reviews and feature articles to power analyses. After earning a Bachelor’s Degree in Exercise Science at Marian University-Indianapolis, Zach discovered a passion for writing that soon turned into a full-fledged career. In between articles, Zach spends his time working with endurance athletes of all abilities and ages at ZNehr Coaching. After entering the sport at age 17, Zach went on to have a wonderful road racing career that included winning the 2017 Collegiate National Time Trial Championships and a 9th place finish at the 2019 US Pro National Time Trial Championships. Nowadays, Zach spends most of his ride time indoors with NeXT eSport.
Latest articles by Zach Nehr

Best budget cycling computers: Track your ride without the big price tag
By Zach Nehr last updated
buying guide Affordable GPS head units that help you track data, plan routes, track performance metrics and more

Best triathlon watches: One-stop recording of your race
By Zach Nehr last updated
Buyer's Guide The best triathlon watches will give you easy transitions between legs as well as multisport tracking

Wahoo vs Garmin: Which cycling computer is best?
By Zach Nehr, Paul Norman last updated
Versus Explaining the difference between Wahoo and Garmin cycling computers, and how to choose the best one for your needs

Zwift vs Wahoo X: Which indoor cycling app is right for you?
By Zach Nehr last updated
Versus We compare Zwift vs Wahoo X and highlight the pros and cons of each to help you decide which is the best choice for you

Road bikes vs mountain bikes: Understanding the differences
By Zach Nehr last updated
feature Explaining the similarities and differences between a road bike and a mountain bike

Indoor cycling workouts: Five sessions to help everyone get faster on the bike
By Zach Nehr published
training Our go-to indoor cycling workouts for targeting all areas of your power curve

Zwift Workouts: A beginner's guide
By Zach Nehr last updated
Our pick of the best Zwift workouts to help you get fitter and faster on the bike

Zwift training plans: A beginner's guide
By Zach Nehr last updated
Tech There are heaps of Zwift training plans designed to help you get faster. Here is a roundup of the most useful, and a guide on how to choose

Indoor vs outdoor cycling: Why you can have just as much fun riding indoors
By Zach Nehr last updated
How to enjoy indoor cycling as much as (or more than) outdoor cycling

Best triathlon shoes - Cycling shoes for your bike leg
By Zach Nehr last updated
Buyer's Guide We rate the best triathlon shoes for beginners, elites, and everyone in between

SPD pedals explained: Everything you need to know about Shimano's popular pedal platform
By Zach Nehr last updated
With cleat configurations ranging from two-bolt to three-bolt, and options geared for dirt and on-road use, we examine Shimano's complete SPD pedal line-up to help you decide which version is right for you

Cycling with cleats: Everything you need to know
By Zach Nehr last updated
Feature Explaining the fundamentals of cycling with cleats and how to tailor them specifically to your needs

What is ANT+ and why do I need it for cycling indoors?
By Zach Nehr last updated
Feature Everything you need to know about the wireless protocol not called Bluetooth

Interval training: What it is and why it works
By Zach Nehr last updated
The science behind interval training in cycling and why it’s the best way to get fit fast

Best triathlon saddles - Comfort and power in the aero position
By Zach Nehr last updated
A guide to the best triathlon saddles for men, women, short-course, and long-course racing

What is INSCYD?
By Zach Nehr published
Feature We take a deep dive into the physiological analysis software used by Wout van Aert, Mathieu Van der Poel and more

Stream live racing and cycling documentaries with GCN+
By Zach Nehr published
GCN+ is streaming more live races than ever, plus exclusive cycling documentaries, inspiring stories, and the latest bike tech, all in one content hub

How to buy a used bike: Tips for finding the best second-hand bikes
By Zach Nehr published
How to With high prices and worldwide shortages affecting bike stock, knowing how to buy a used bike could be the best way to your next new bike day

Pro Pain Cave: Kristen Kulchinsky and her portable indoor set-up
By Zach Nehr published
Pro Bike We take a closer look at the travel-ready pain cave of one of the favourites for the women's UCI Cycling eSports World Championship crown

Why one power meter is better than two
By Zach Nehr published
A single power meter is the simplest solution for reliable power data from one bike to another

How to clean a bike chain: A clean chain is faster, longer-lasting, and therefore less expensive
By Zach Nehr published
Without a chain you're left with nothing but an expensive balance bike. Here's how to keep yours spotless.

Pro Pain Cave: Can anyone beat South Africa's James Barnes on a tech level?
By Zach Nehr published
Pro Bike A look at the modern pain cave of the most successful Zwift rider in ZRL Premier Division history

Schrader vs Presta: Understanding the differences
By Zach Nehr published
Explaining the similarities and differences between two kinds of bike valves

Pro Pain Cave: USA's Brian Duffy Jr. and his World Championship-ready custom trainer platform
By Zach Nehr published
Pro Bike Have you ever sprinted so hard that you need to bolt your trainer to the floor? We take a closer look at the American's set-up ahead of the 2022 UCI Cycling eSports World Championships
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