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From: Lake Geneva, WI
Bikes: Ridley Helium SLX, Canyon Endurance SL, De Rosa Professional, Eddy Merckx Corsa Extra, Schwinn Paramount (1 painted, 1 chrome), Peugeot PX10, Serotta Nova X, Simoncini Cyclocross Special, Raleigh Roker, Pedal Force CG2 and CX2
Average speed is not a value that is a reliable measure. Distance, terrain, climbs, the number of controlled intersections, wind can influence speed and can factor it up or down 20% or more.
This 96 mile solo ride produced a 17.6 mph average.
http://connect.garmin.com/activity/205482726
This 53 mile solo ride produced a 18.9 mph average.
http://connect.garmin.com/activity/206992923
However, this hilly 27 mile ride only produced 15.7 mph
http://connect.garmin.com/activity/176310855
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Last edited by Barrettscv; 01-02-13 at 06:01 PM.