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Old 08-11-10 | 02:54 PM
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Bikes: Specialized Diverge, Box Dog Pelican, 1991 Cannondale tandem

Originally Posted by jdom
You won't lose more than one or two mph average speed,especially on flat roads.
I disagree - you're much more upright, riding on wider tires with higher rolling resistance, a much less aerodynamic with additional panniers, racks, handlebar bags, fenders, etc. My average speed while on my touring bike is easily 25-30% less than on the road bike.
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