Originally Posted by
Trsnrtr
My second highest max speed ever was on that hill back in the early 90s on a tandem. Something like 56 mph and change. One of the old club guys talks about it frequently.
Probably our second lowest speed ever on the tandem was the return trip back up.
With proper gearing, it's not too bad for me on an upright bike.. probably 4.5 or 5mph.
On the other hand, when I ride my heavy 'bent up that hill, the speed is around 3.5mph... ugh! Keeping it balanced at that speed takes my full attention too. I think there was at least one case where I had to get my feet on the ground quickly to avoid falling over. Starting the 'bent on a 14% grade is a lot of fun too.
Steve in Peoria, of course