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Old 06-01-21, 07:20 AM
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Originally Posted by merlinextraligh
Coming in a few days early is the worst scenario; too late to acclimate, but long enough to get altitude sick.
Coming in the night before is the worst scenario. Your body dumps a bunch of blood volume overnight, reducing the ability to pump blood.

I usually feel fine and able to ride hard after two nights at altitude, but that’s just me.

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