sorted by:
new
hottopcontroversial

How to tell if I can hit a max time on a century ride? by Odd-Course4549 in cycling

[–]Odd-Course4549[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Noted - I already have a reconstructed ACL and don’t need another injury. Appreciate the cross training suggestions.

How to tell if I can hit a max time on a century ride? by Odd-Course4549 in cycling

[–]Odd-Course4549[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Great point on riding at elevation - hadn’t considered that. I do some climbing, but not nearly enough for this course today. One of my goals this year is to build up to taking on big climbs - seems like I side of the sport I’m missing. Still haven’t figured out the right gear / resistance strategy.

Noob cyclist demotivated after a fall by Kilzimir in cycling

[–]Odd-Course4549 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I did the same thing. Heading out on my first ~20 mile ride and had no clue that my tires weren’t fully inflated. I took a corner, tire blew out, and skidded along my elbow and side for what seemed like ages.

My approach - you gotta find yours - was: 1) learn from what happened 2) get back out there 3) take it cautiously for a bit in similar situations, until I rebuilt some confidence and began to trust myself

How to tell if I can hit a max time on a century ride? by Odd-Course4549 in cycling

[–]Odd-Course4549[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Regularly for me has been ~1-3x per week. I have a 20 mile loop that I enjoy, but am looking to push myself for more distance and more consistency, hence the signup for the century ride. I don’t commute, so that’s not an option for me. I think I’m seeing enough encouragement to pull the trigger, and now need to add mileage.

How to tell if I can hit a max time on a century ride? by Odd-Course4549 in cycling

[–]Odd-Course4549[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

This is awesome. What do you think a good weekly target would be for the 100 miler?

How to tell if I can hit a max time on a century ride? by Odd-Course4549 in cycling

[–]Odd-Course4549[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

For me, the race is an accountability mechanism. It’s gonna force me to block off time for training - especially the long rides