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Old 06-23-10 | 07:55 AM
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Originally Posted by QuickityJacks
Make sure you use "general" cycling, not any of the speed specific selections when you're tracking rides. It averages out to the reasonably respected 40/cal mile formula
40 calories a mile would appear to be a gross generalization. Depends so much on the terrain, the speed, the rider's aerodynamics, pack or solo, etc.

15 mph, flat ground is not going to hit 40 calories. 20mph in a pack, flat ground is likely still under 40 calories.

25mph TT effort is likely above 40 calories a mile.

Climbing 10% grade is clearly above 40 calories a mile, descending well below that.

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