What is your average speed for a mountain bike ride?

Speed, as they say, is relative. It’s relative to the observer, yes, and when it comes to mountain biking, it’s relative to conditions. What’s considered “fast” on a tech trail is “slow” for a flow trail, and it’s absolutely glacial compared to biking on pavement. And what’s fast for me might not be fast for you.

Past surveys have asked how (relatively) fast you are on climbs and how speedy you are on the descents. This time, we want to put a number on your average unassisted ride speed.

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unassisted is your

What is your average unassisted speed for a typical mountain bike ride? *

• Less than 4mph (6kph)
• 4-6mph (6-10kph)
• 6-8mph (10-13kph)
• 8-10mph (13-16kph)
• 10-12mph (16-19kph)
• 12-15mph (19-24kph)
• 15-20mph (24-32kph)
• 20mph+ (32kph+)

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Now, qualify your answer in the comments below. Tell us how your trails, bike, terrain, and fitness play into that number!

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