I can sustain an average of 304 watts while running in Zwift using Stryd.
What is the difference between running and cycling watts when using a power meter?
A cycling power meter should measure the actual power, based on force and distance over time. Real power MEASUREMENT.
Stryd use a fancy algorithm to interpret power based from various inputs including pace, weight, gradient, wind (outdoors) etc… It can’t really “measure” power, but it can come up with a number that is solid enough to be used for training purposes.
If you use a Garmin (other brands available) watch to measure running power from the wrist or an HRM Pro chest strap from which to guesstimate power you will get completely different numbers when compared with Stryd. No less usable for training, but neither one is actually measuring power.
It’s more like a classic trainer using wheel speed at a set resistance from which to estimate power to be broadcast to Zwift.
Now, with all that said, power numbers from Stryd vs bike at a given heart rate are quite closely aligned for me. However, my sprint power on a bike far exceeds the numbers from Stryd.
If I use Garmin power instead of Stryd then the shape of my power graph is quite similar, but the absolute numbers are completely different, with Garmin figures being much higher than Stryd.
Oh, and by the way, since running on Zwift is rather dull, I sometimes use my Stryd footpod as a power meter for a ride on Zwift. It makes it more entertaining to be chasing draft and adjusting to gradients changes with the group than just plodding along with no real engagement with the environment. Since my power numbers vs heart rate are comparable I figure it’s a legitimate option to boost my entertainment.
And FWIW I run on a curved manual treadmill, so pace (power) changes are easy and effortless. Unfortunately this does tame my Stryd power below outdoor runs, but this just reinforces my “not cheating” justification.
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I use a Garmin Running Pod outdoors. It clips onto the waist of my shirts. Looking at running Vs cycling power, it shows that my average running power is greater than my average cycling power. However, accurate running power measurement isn’t really possible with consumer devices so I wouldn’t look to compare the two.
Exactly…! Stryd/Garmin (I own both) aren’t Powe meters, they are just power estimators… for running you can’t get anything that’s even close to a cycling power meter.
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The Stryd foot pod is the only foot pod recognized as a power meter in Zwift. Unlike the Garmin pod, Polar foot pod, or Zwift pod, the Stryd foot pod accurately matches treadmill speed.
That means nothing because it’s not a power meter, and highly inaccurate as speed sensor when compared to a Runn… the most wasteful gear I have ever bought…,
Stryd Running Power Meter: Accuracy and Performance
Stryd is widely recognized in the running community for its accuracy in measuring running power and associated metrics. This reputation is based on extensive user feedback and independent testing.
Treadmill Testing Results
In my personal experience testing the Stryd device on a high-tech gym treadmill (specifically, the Technology Gym 1000 model), I found its speed measurements to be highly accurate. When comparing the Stryd’s reported speed to the treadmill’s display:
The readings were typically in very close alignment
Occasional discrepancies were observed, but these were minimal
The largest variance noted was approximately 0.1 km/hr
…that’s hilarious! you’re post sounds like a marketing pitch… LOL
As someone who originally spent quite a bit of time and effort testing a Stryd unit -it’s just a gadget not a toll: not accurate at all… this has been discussed quite a bit if you know where to look for, but at the end of the day, you’ve the right of doing/believing wherever you want…
Based on my experience, I believe the Stryd foot pod is an excellent choice for Zwift. I have used the Zwift foot pod and the Polar foot pod before switching to the Stryd foot pod.
The Polar foot pod was good, but the Stryd foot pod has proven to be highly accurate in tracking speed while running on Zwift.
It is almost spot-on and only needs calibration once, similar to most devices used with Zwift.
The Stryd foot pod is particularly beneficial for people who primarily have access to a treadmill at the local gym, making it a valuable option for this market.
I strongly disagree on the Stryd for Zwift. Use a Runn, and all those foot pads you mentioned will be just collecting dusts like mines LOL
Note: if I replayed to this post is for how strongly I feel about the Stryd… such a marking bs…! hoping someone will read it and at least do their homework. I still can’t believe that company got my money!
Most people using a treadmill at the local gym can’t use a Runn device for various reasons.
For someone like myself who uses a local gym, the best way to track running is by using a foot pod.
From my understanding, the best foot pod available is the Stryd.
It would be great if Technogym treadmills had Bluetooth functionality that worked with Zwift and could link to Zwift for speed tracking, but unfortunately, they don’t.
I don’t know anything about the foot pods but I know some Technogym products can be paired to Zwift using the QZ app as a bridge. Talk to @Roberto_Viola for more information about that if you’re interested. It supports automated incline adjustment as well.
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Yes, I know about the QZ app; it’s a great tool to use. Thanks to Robert and his team for their tremendous efforts in bringing such a fantastic app to the marketplace. I wish all the success for the QZ application.
Unfortunately, I go to a gym with multiple Technogym Excite 700 treadmills, and I have a hard time figuring out which Bluetooth connection belongs to which machine.
Technogym hasn’t been very helpful, as all the equipment is named the same.
As a result, I can’t connect the Technogym Excite 700 treadmill via Bluetooth to make the QZ app work.
Therefore, I need a foot pod like Stryd, which is 99.8% accurate to the treadmill speed.
in order to understand which is your treadmill, use the nrfconnect app (free on the stores). you can filter by rssi and so you can get the one nearest to you
for the stryd: i also have a stryd and I can say that for treadmills is not great, neither for
speed. the perfect way to calibrate speed on a treadmill is with a speedometer like this https://amzn.eu/d/03TqeVLI and then with results you can use the speed gain and speed offset settings in qz to trim it. anyway i’m not allowed to talk of qz here so in case contact me privately
Comparison of the two recordings of the same 60-minute run:
- Stryd foot pod: 13.13 km
- Treadmill: 13.07 km record on techogym application
The Stryd recorded 0.06 km more, possibly because of spending a bit more time running, such as 15 to 30 seconds longer. A 0.06 km difference is minor and acceptable, especially when running on Zwift.
Note I use the local gym trendmill (techogym)
maybe I have a faulty unit of the stryd so 
good to know 
Have you calibrated the Stryd foot pod in Zwift?
Based on my experience, you should do this calibration once.
My experience Stryd has not been bad.
yes and what I saw is that the speed then is correct between a very slim speed window, outside of this, the speed is very erratic
My run was in the following 5 minutes speeds:
1st min
0:30 12.1km/hr
0:30 12.6km/hr
2nd min 13.2km
3rd min 13.3 km
4th min 13.4km
5th min 13.5km
This done 12 times and which equals to 60 mins
Techogym recored
Time 60 mins
Distance 13.07km
Strava (Zwift via stryd foot pod)
Time 60:27 mins
Distance 13.13 km
Time difference 27 seconds
Distance difference 0.06km
Not much difference
i was meaning a window from 8 km/h to 16 km/h. This is my usual window for cool down to max effort