Originally Posted by
noglider
I've timed myself at 180 rpm. The trick is for your butt not to bounce. You really should teach your legs with a low-geared fixed gear. 'Tis the season.
I tried fixed gear once (other than when I was a kid on my little red tricycle) and absolutely hated it, as in rather not ride than ride one.
Back on topic, my build whether cycling or running has always favored strength over speed, think mule rather than Thoroughbred. I'm not competitive or speed orientated, and where I live strength for hill climbing is far more important than speed.
I don't think I could do 180 rpm on a stationary cycle.
Besides that, I prefer to treat a ride like a gourmet meal than a pie eating contest.