7 Ways To Improve Your Average Speed On A Road Bike

Clock00:00, Wednesday 7th February 2018

Almost every cyclist wants to go faster at some point. Your average speed is a pretty good measure of your ability, and so a great way to measure your improving fitness. So we've got some tips on how to improve your all-important average speed.

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From training at sweet spot, to just not riding up any hills, there are any number of ways to up your average speed when you go riding. Let us know your favourite hacks to get faster when you ride.

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