08-09-2007, 07:27 PM | #11 |
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in general it's better to be near the front of the group.
because if you are in the back, someone gets weak and a gap opens, and then you have to either drift back with him, or close the gap. takes a lot of energy to close gaps. so the guys in the back do the accordian drill and it kills them. |
08-09-2007, 07:32 PM | #12 | |
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You may also consider throwing an extra water bottle in your jersey pocket for good measure, depending on how often the taskmaster Archaea will allow you to stop. Typically, there is a rest stop every 20 miles or so in organized rides, which is perfect for refilling bottles. But if you skip one or two of them, its easy to get behind in your fluids while you are busy trying to conserve so you don't run out. I'm jealous of you guys. Sounds like you'll have a great ride. |
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08-09-2007, 07:34 PM | #13 |
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In Texas the stops are every 10 miles. At least on the rides I participate in. But one usually doesn't stop at every rest stop.
Remember to stay hydrated. If you feel thirsty, you are getting behind, and that is bad. Drink before you are thirsty. Bring a pickle. Mmmmm. |
08-09-2007, 07:40 PM | #14 |
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Oh and for the record, in my opinion, a 5 hour century is exactly that - a century. If my cyclometer hits 100 miles at 4:59:59, then I just did a sub-5 hour century, even if I did have 11 miles to go to the finish.
20 mph average is tough enough for a non-racer. 22-23 mph is next to impossible, imo. |
08-09-2007, 07:42 PM | #15 | |
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When the course is flat, and you can suck wheel most of the way, you can be a fat recreational rider. Of course for the racers 23mph is a piece of cake. Esp. if they don't stop. |
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The key to a long ride is to make sure you don't run out of fuel. Take in a gel every 15 miles and a couple of those shot bloks. |
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08-09-2007, 07:53 PM | #18 |
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Take a banana as well. Good energy. But I don't suggest you store it in your cycling shorts.
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i really don't want to take my mule camel bak unless i have to. my Y on my jersey should be visible for all to see. Not many from my cycling club knows who i am and i'm not riding with them so i'm not wearing the club jersey...
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that said, i'm looking forward to meeting those of you who are going. should be a fun time!
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