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Old 05-27-13, 02:43 PM
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New Personal Best

I don't measure my average mph against other riders but, I do use my average mph as a barometer for my personal fitness. I realize it is inaccurate but, it works for me.

The best I have ever been able to do on a 20+ mile ride is 14.3 mph. Today I was able to complete my 20.6 mile ride at 15.6 mph.
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Over 50 ?
Thats an average well above what I could do
Good for you!

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Super Job.
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Hello,

You PM'ed me, but I cannot reply as I do not have enough posts yet. To answer your question in your message, Emporia. Also nice avg. speed on that ride!

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That's actually quite a jump. Nice work.
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Excellent job. I use a 18 mi. TT to check my progress and think it is a valid measurement.
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