I'm starting to schedule out my event rides for 2009 and am curious:
What's the best first Double Century to attempt?
(Veronica, I'm lookin' at you especially!)
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12-03-2008, 09:34 AM #1
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12-03-2008, 09:57 AM #2
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Solvang is pretty easy, but it comes very early in the season, so it feels harder than it is.
Best bet is likely Davis - pretty flat, local. If you are a decent pace liner, it can be a fast one and a lot of fun.
One of my friends did the Terrible Two as his FIRST double last year. NOT advised!
(But he made it. 
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Be warned, they can be addictive!
I've done 9 doubles (and a bunch of rides over 200k in distance), so if you need any training/fueling/hydration suggestions, feel free to ask.
Sarah
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12-03-2008, 10:55 AM #3
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I did Solvang as my first; Davis as my second. I thought Solvang was a lot easier. But my training was very focused through Jan. and Feb. and I probably peaked for Solvang. I also had my honey riding with me for the first 145 miles and company is good.
Veronica
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