Originally Posted by
kosmo886
I just started riding...I am two rides in, both around 22 miles, so not particularly long. Averaging 19.8mph solo with roughly 1000ft of vertical (up and down given they are loops). Wind hasn't been a big factor on these rides and I've been able to keep moving without more than 1 or 2 stops at a light or something. I know there are no "typical" numbers, but trying to get a sense for how I'd keep up with a group of much more experienced riders...
I averaged 16.3 for 23 miles last weekend I was proud as $#!^ at myself, you are doing quite well to avg 19.8 on a 22 mile ride. If allowed and you are comfortable find your local club and you are ready for a B pace ride, you'll probably be even faster in a group