Originally Posted by
wolfchild
Speed is irrelevant and doesn't mean anything, just because going fast or passing somebody else doesn't mean that you are a fitter and stronger rider...I don't care about speed. I stopped using bike computer many years ago and I don't keep track of speed or distance.
It does if you're straight and level. But these are downhill descents, and nobody does those speeds on a flat surface for long.
On one of my routes, I have a small hill outward bound, but there's also an intersections at the base. Besides, my hybrid spins out at 33 mph.
In any events, its not the speed that's uncomfortable, rather the road conditions and the cars that tailgate or cruise right next to you making it terrifying should you need to make a quick maneuver around a pothole or broken patch in the road.
Despite the laws prohibiting it, motorist seem to love to tailgate cyclist that can maintain traffic speed.