I not beating anyone but the slowest commuters. At least when
I am out in the country. I could be wrong, but I believe that the faster
I go the more calories I burn. Having someone else to pace me helps
me get that done. Also, I have a 20 mile commute one way and 35
miles the other (use the train in the morning). The faster I get it done
the better. Having someone to help me go faster seems like a good idea.
I do my best not to do something stupid like passing and slowing down
and don't kill myself trying to keep pace.