Brad at the Arnold Trek Store organizes group rides, mainly out of Columbia, Illinois. If I joined them, could I keep up?
Looking at a few recent rides (see below), I am going to conclude that I can't quite keep up. Then again, 20 miles rides, I might be able to, especially if I was motivated to keep up with a group.
I suppose the thing to do next is to ride his routes and see how well I do in comparison.
May 2, 2026 - 14.4 mph for 18.26 miles, mostly flat but with a little climb. They hit a couple of 22.3 mph segments with good tailwind.
Apr 25, 2026 - 16.2 mph for 20.08 miles, 65% flat and some climbs. 18 mph on the flats with tailwind, and they poured on the gas for 24.1 mph on Main St. (slight downgrade) at the end.
Apr 11, 2026 - 15.2 mph for 20.10 miles, 65% flat and some climbs. 14.1 mph into the (relatively slow) wind, and higher speeds at the start. Flew down Main St. at the end with relatively little effort.