Originally Posted by
metro2005
20Mph is really fast, you are a really fast and strong rider to make it to 20mph average. I ride pretty fast and i only manage 15Mph on average in the city. My cruising speed is a lot higher , around 18-20Mph but the stops and start kill your average speed. Fastest commute (7 miles) i have done was 16Mph and i was really pushing it then.
Yes it is. All of my commuting (fixed gear) has inspired me to race, and I've made it up to the "Elite" level at the local track. There is nothing like riding to and from work every day to make sure I stay in shape, and as is mentioned: it can be great interval training.
I did 24 miles in one hour in my first time trial, so 20-21 is fine for street cruising solo.
But - I purposely find parks, and green spaces on my ride. Watching the sun rise over a field, early morning fog over a river, bunny rabbits darting out of the way - these are some of the things that make the ride special. Doesn't help my average speed, but helps make a memorable ride!