Originally Posted by Hipcycler
Depends on how much it means to you to run with these guys.
I guess I am going to be in the minority here, but if it were me I wouldn't go back. Why?
I don't care.
I don't need to push myself that bad to be able to ride that fast.
I'd prefer a REAL 18-20 ave. ride, and I would try to find people to ride with who feel the same way.
Again, this obsession with speed...this group ride testoserone-fest....not for me.
Now, if you have aspirations of racing and high-level training and you WANT to go 27 miles an hour, then go back and take a beating. That's a great way to push yourself to get faster and keep track of your progress by seeing how long you can hang with them.
I guess I think it all depends on what a rider personally is looking for out of his/her cycling.
Once again, I am right with ya here Hip...There is no way I would even join a group like that. I am still trying to find a group here that can keep around the 16-17mph pace. I ride to have fun and get some healthy exercise.
One of the best things about cycling is that there is a place for every kind of rider...you just need to find your niche.