Hi Caligurl - I know just where you're coming from.

When I first started riding I wanted to be able to keep up with my boyfriends speed and also be able to do the same distances. It's frustrating when it seems like you've got to choose between speed or distance but there's some good tips here. Basically you need to do the distances to improve your endurance and from that you'll find you gradually get stronger and can start to ride faster.

It might feel like it's taking forever at times but if you use a bike computer and do a regular ride you'll gradually notice your speed creeping up as you get stronger.

Don't forget - it's far easier for hubby to slow down to match your pace than for you to try and keep up with him.

Happy riding...