In addition to the other good advice, consider purchasing a computer with cadence. When I first started riding, I had no sense of when to shift. For me, the computer really helped me improve my shifting technique and consequently, speed.
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08-29-2010, 07:07 PM #1
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08-29-2010, 07:51 PM #2
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18-19MPH on a flat is reasonable. 13-14MPH on a grade is probably reasonable too. It all depends on the grade. If you can maintain 13-14MPH on a 6% grade, fantastic!! unless of course your name happens to be *fill in the blank*
If you want to go faster on the hills, do intervals on the hill.
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