• If safe to do so then get off your bike and walk across the traffic light – your not breaking any laws right?
• When stuck in traffic don’t just sit there – with a few manoeuvres you can be at the front of that traffic jam
• Anticipate the traffic – know when to speed up and when to slow down and see where there are potential spots to change lanes if one lane is moving faster etc
• Keep your bike in good condition – A good bike with pumped up tires etc will ride more easily
• Find a faster route to your destination – there is always a quicker way, don’t just stick to the same old route you have always used. Investigate new routes and find ones with less traffic lights
• Switch to a lower gear when you know you are coming to a stop, it will be easier to accelerate once that light turns green

Whilst in a city you are unlikely to reach your top speed you will get there faster.Do you know any more good speedy cycling tips?

See also:

• The comments people have left below with some amazing tips
• How to find and plan the perfect cycling trip in the UK
• Cycling accessories – things to know before you spend your money
• Top 50 cycling blogs

Image source: Jkonig Flickr stream

101-1411 23.5 mph

Originally uploaded by Chris(topher) Lin

Whilst I don’t have a speedometer on my new bicycle, due to the stop start nature of commuting in London back when I was at college I managed to get up to 26 mph, admittedly whilst going down a hill.

What is the highest speed you have ever travelled at on your bicycle?