Cycling Cadence RechnerFormel

## How Cycling Cadence Is Calculated

### Formula

**Cadence (RPM) = Speed (m/min) / Development (m/rev)**

Where Development = Gear Ratio x Wheel Circumference

### Optimal Cadence

Most cyclists are most efficient between 80-100 RPM. Professional road cyclists typically ride at 85-95 RPM.

Lösungsbeispiel

Riding at 18 mph with 50/17 gearing and 2.1 m wheel circumference.

  1. Speed in m/min = 18 * 1609.34 / 60 = 482.8 m/min
  2. Gear ratio = 50 / 17 = 2.94
  3. Development = 2.94 * 2.1 = 6.18 m/rev
  4. Cadence = 482.8 / 6.18 = 78 RPM