Looking for advice for first century
08-12-16, 09:17 PM
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First time I have seen it. Thanks for reposting it.
It appears the overlapped wheels are a bigger problem than the aerobars.
Probably an overly fatigued rider as well. (the guy who crashed)
Fatigue is enemy #1 on long distance rides.
I choose a pace that is a bit slower than my normal pace on long distance rides (100KM+), and wind it up at the end if I have gas in the tank.
It appears the overlapped wheels are a bigger problem than the aerobars.
Probably an overly fatigued rider as well. (the guy who crashed)
Fatigue is enemy #1 on long distance rides.
I choose a pace that is a bit slower than my normal pace on long distance rides (100KM+), and wind it up at the end if I have gas in the tank.
And absolutely starting too fast can be counterproductive.....Not my better elapsed times in centuries such as they ever were.
08-31-16, 07:32 PM
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A quick update from OP. Picked up on miles. Rode the course on Sunday, or 88 miles of it, and handled it well with the exception of not enough sun screen. Ride time was about 6 1/2 and total time about 7 1/4 hours. Average speed about 14 mph. I think I can complete ride within the ten hour window. Thanks for all the advice!
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