Originally Posted by
rydabent
+1 Being a 78 year old retiree, and not a racer boy, this is exactly what I have been saying for a long time. If I burn up the route I have decided to ride, and get home quicker what have I gained?
Maybe I will think that way when I am a 78 year old retiree, but since I am not I will think differently. As noted above, when on tour, being a bit faster can have its advantages.