Originally Posted by
rubiksoval
Like I said, you have an extremely small sphere. It's not representative of amateur or junior cycling in any way, shape, or form.
Your last paragraph is so wildly irrelevant I don't even know if it's worth responding to. Comparing 60-90 minute crits with 150+ mile WT races or Grand Tours is beyond pointless. No kidding that you can go faster when the distance is significantly shorter. Why even bring it up?
Yes, Crit races in the UK and South Africa I have watched or raced in can also hit over 30 mph average. Totally different to GT's or one day races that are longer and involve different tactics - often over far more challenging terrain.