Originally Posted by
squirtdad
what is your average commute speed? meaning what does you speedo show as avg speed when pedaling, not counting stops, lights, etc)
It would be interesting to see what the spread is.
Please list your bike details also
This depends. My average speed, including stops and hills, is about 12 mph. My usual moving speed varies considerably, depending on traffic and terrain. On a long, moderate downhill stretch, I can ride about 28-30 mph. On steeper uphills, it can get as low as 6 mph. On flat ground with no headwind, I usually can manage a sustainable 17-20 mph.
I ride a fairly heavy touring bike (LHT). Including the bike itself, and the panniers I'm carrying, I'm probably hauling close to 50 lbs.