1. What is Cycling MPH?

Miles per hour (MPH) is a measurement of speed that calculates how many miles a cyclist travels in one hour. It's a standard metric for comparing cycling performance across different distances and conditions.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the basic speed formula:

Where:

• \( Distance \) — Total miles traveled
• \( Time \) — Total hours spent cycling

Explanation: The formula divides the total distance by the total time to find the average speed in miles per hour.

3. Importance of Speed Calculation

Details: Knowing your cycling speed helps track fitness progress, plan training sessions, estimate ride durations, and compare performance on different routes.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter distance in miles and time in hours (use decimals for partial hours - e.g., 1.5 for 1 hour 30 minutes). Both values must be greater than zero.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: How do I convert minutes to hours for the calculator?
A: Divide minutes by 60 (e.g., 90 minutes = 1.5 hours).

Q2: What's a good average cycling speed?
A: Beginners average 10-12 mph, intermediate 15-16 mph, advanced 18-20+ mph on flat terrain.

Q3: Does this account for stops and breaks?
A: No, this calculates average moving speed. For total trip speed including stops, include all time.

Q4: How does elevation affect speed?
A: This calculator gives raw speed. Hills significantly impact actual speeds - you may want separate calculations for hilly vs flat segments.

Q5: Can I use kilometers instead?
A: This calculator uses miles. For km/h, you'd need to convert distance to kilometers or use a different calculator.