6' 2 and 245

with a group on a moderately hilly ride with a few short climb beasts (8-10%) about 16-17 including stops.

By myself, maybe .5 to 1 slower, but I tend to go for shorter but hillier rides.

I can keep up with a B ride, but will be very gassed the next day.

My goal is to improve hill attacking this year, as my current approach leaves me wiped and less able to accelerate over the top. I suspect this will make the B rides more enjoyable.

Weight loss is is not likely to be more than 10 or 15 pounds, given my body structure and exercise habits.