The bike rides seem to get longer and longer and the average pace faster and faster. Does this indicate that there has been some improvement in my bicycling? I think so!
I would be remiss if I didn’t mention my awesome wife who seems to have a knack for keeping up with moderate-speed pelotons despite her lack of bike training.
Case in point was Saturday’s Team Memorial 101’s 30-mile tour through much of Weston, FL. With an average pace of 14.9, my wife had no difficulties whatsoever keeping up with me or the group, even after we left the peloton eight miles shy of the ride’s end.
With a tad bit more training, I'm confident that she would be riding with the experienced 16 to 18 mph group in no time.
With a tad bit more training, I'm confident that she would be riding with the experienced 16 to 18 mph group in no time.
While pedaling my Felt Road Bike yesterday for nearly 41 miles with one short break, maintaining an overall pace of 15.9 was no problem. Overall pace takes into consideration stop signs, traffic signals, sharp turns or whatever else may slow the pace line.
To be fair, though, let’s contribute some of that to overcast skies and proper hydration. It’s a world of difference cycling in bright sunshine versus cycling under protective cloud coverage. The direct sun seems to sap much of my energy, whereas cloud coverage offers some relief from South Florida’s intense heat and humidity.
Today is Monday, a needed rest day from cycling. After biking for five days in a row, a total of 142 miles, today we will concentrate on strength training and maybe some walking and running.
Cycling shall continue Wednesday!
Yesterday’s South Broward Wheelers Experienced Ride:
