diff --git a/new_main.py b/new_main.py
index 63f9da1..146b52e 100644
--- a/new_main.py
+++ b/new_main.py
@@ -22,7 +22,7 @@ brickstuff = tps.brick_directions_notf
 
 class PickAndPlace(object):
     def __init__(self, limb, hover_distance = 0.10, verbose=True, speed=0.2, accuracy=baxter_interface.settings.JOINT_ANGLE_TOLERANCE):
-        self._speed = speed
+        self._speed = 0.2
         self._accuracy = accuracy
         self._limb_name = limb # string
         self._hover_distance = hover_distance # in meters