Originally Posted by
Seattle Forrest
I don't think a constant energy-per-mile rate works very well. Personally, I prefer calories per hour, and if I want all the accuracy I can get, I'll set the per-hour burn rate according to my average heart rate for the ride. When I don't wear the HRM, I go by perceived exertion; a typical ride is about 600 kCal/hr.
Agreed, but it's just a generic something to go by. Makes me feel good if nothing else. I lie to myself all the time to get that.