This really isn't a story about commuting but it's funny to me. I was just getting into cycling, not every experienced, and had maybe 500 miles under my belt. I got into a full kit for the first time, and had my mind set on a tough 30 mile loop with some good climbing. I was about ten miles into the ride when I passed this older guy on the first climb, he was riding a Colnago, also fully kitted, and looked quite pro. So, needless to say I was stoked, my ego that is. Where I live most of the big climbs end abruptly, so you take a quick break, then decend. I was drinking my water, and self satisfaction, when the same guy finished the climb and started to chat. He asked how my ride was going, and the normal formalities. I asked him the same, which he replied, pointing at his garmin, "Well, 100k down, fifty more till I'm done for the day..." After that day I don't judge anyone for any speed they are going, either cycling or running. I have no idea what milage you've been putting in, and in no place to judge... ego checked!