Originally Posted by
tntom
It was #3. I love the bike I have only had it for 3 weeks. Thanks for all the help I know from 18 miles Saturday that the bike will go faster than an OLD FART like me can ride it.
Ah, but don't let the old fart excuse hold you back.
When I began riding last year, a 12-13 mph average on a ride was pretty good (on the flats). I was positively ecstatic to see peak speeds of 18.5 (again on the flats). Early this year, I was 2-3 mph faster across the board. At this stage of the season, I'm another 2-3 mph faster.
I'm told that most people who ride and train regularly reach their max in about five years. I have three to go! Maybe I'll catch up to what my bike is capable of.