Introducing the Threshold Cycling Pace and Power Estimator (2026)
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Introducing the Threshold Cycling Pace & Power Estimator (2026)
Have you ever wondered how many watts you need to average to hit 20 mph on flat terrain, or what pacing strategy is required to break a personal record on a 5% grade climb? At Threshold Cycling, we developed the Pace & Power Estimator model to help cyclists convert raw power data into real-world speed.
Key Variables Influencing Cycling Speed
- Power Output (Watts): The engine driving your bicycle forward.
- Aerodynamic Drag (CdA): Air resistance accounts for 80%+ of total resistance on flat roads at speeds over 18 mph.
- System Weight (Rider + Bike): The primary resisting force on steep climbs (> 5% gradient).
- Rolling Resistance (Crr): Tire compound, width, and tubeless pressure efficiency.
Pair your power calculation with the Favero Assioma PRO RS-2 and Garmin Edge 1050. Explore our full setup at the Power Meters Collection and Cycling Computers Collection.