Downhills use to make me nervous - until I did my first century. A corner snuck up on me and I went into it much faster than I would have liked. I had to lean over hard to make the turn. But I did it and gained a lot more confidence from it. I love going downhill now. Fast can be fun. But you have to trust yourself and your gear. My personal highs are 59 on the tandem, 45 on a road bike.


My advice - practice, practice, practice. Find a route with some decent downhills with some curves in it. Hopefully something without too much traffic. Don't be afraid to take the lane - especially if it's a curvy road. Having that full lane to manueveur in lets you pick a better line. Wear bright colors so the cars can see you.

Good luck!

Veronica