How Fast Do Olympic Bikers Go?

Over the last several years, the winner of the tour has posted an overall average speed of right around 25mph (40kmph)–but that encompasses an entire tour. Uphill, downhill, time trial, flatland, it's all averaged at 25mph.

How fast are Olympic cyclists?

There are 12 different events, and the races are held in a bowl-shaped arena, called a velodrome, that is 250 meters (820 feet) round (though sizes can vary from track to track), with racers riding counterclockwise and achieving top speeds above 70km per hour (43.5 mph).

Is 20 mph fast on a bike?

Assuming you're on flat and windless courses and are riding while holding the hoods on a road bike, sustaining a steady speed of 20 mph appears to be equivalent to running at 8.35 mph (7:11 per mile).