1. What is Tour De France Average Speed By Stage?

Definition: This calculator determines the average speed of a cyclist or team during a specific stage of the Tour de France.

Purpose: It helps cycling enthusiasts, analysts, and competitors understand performance metrics for individual race stages.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• \( AS \) — Average speed (km/h)
• \( StageDistance \) — Distance of the stage (kilometers)
• \( StageTime \) — Time taken to complete the stage (hours)

Explanation: The stage distance is divided by the time taken to complete the stage to determine the average speed.

3. Importance of Average Speed Calculation

Details: Average speed is a key performance metric in cycling that helps compare performances across different stages and years.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the stage distance in kilometers and the completion time in hours. All values must be > 0.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What's a typical average speed in Tour de France?
A: Flat stages average 40-45 km/h, while mountain stages average 30-35 km/h.

Q2: How do I convert time from hours:minutes to decimal?
A: Divide minutes by 60 (e.g., 4 hours 30 minutes = 4.5 hours).

Q3: Does this account for elevation changes?
A: No, this is a simple average. Actual speed varies significantly with terrain.

Q4: What's the fastest recorded stage average speed?
A: As of 2023, the record is 50.4 km/h (set in 2021 on Stage 4).

Q5: Why is average speed lower in mountain stages?
A: Climbing speeds are much slower than flat terrain speeds, despite faster descents.