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I would buy Powertap, P2M, SRM in that order and probably not bother with others although other racers I know say Qarq are pretty decent.
Depends. Some people get almost no value from a powermeter and would be better off with a coach or training camp. Others, like myself, are very reliant on them now and throw and hissy fit if there's no power data.
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As a basic training tool a Powermeter helps improve the benefits of training by improving the quality of intervals/efforts.
You still have to design the programme. There is so much conflicting advice I'd say a decent coach and HRM for the first year would be better than a power meter and DIY.
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I'd buy a PM, and a generic training plan. Its possible you'd get more out of having a proper Coach. In fact for improvement/dorrah is probably the best. But a PM is for life.
Plus you can use Your PM for loads more than just accurate training.
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So I'm kinda ready to step up another level on my training...I recall reading this thread that a few people recommended reading some sort of book to determine if you need a power meter? On that note, is the general consensus that p2m/quarq are good? (SRM seem to be pretty pricey!)
Would it be better to take that money and throw it towards a good coach/season program?