I have recently started commuting on the road. Twice a week only - it's a long way: 18.5 miles each way. I'm loving it and hope to become a "real roadie"! Biggest issue is I'm not sure what to do about nutrition. As you can imagine, my cravings have gone through the roof. I was always a grazer but now I'm constantly eating - and it's mostly chocolate because that's what's in the tuck shop. What should I be eating for top performance - ie what to have the night before, breakfast, post-ride, snacks, lunch, pre-ride, etc.... I tend to feel very heavy legs in the morning (it is a very gradual climb) but feel great in the evenings.
Thanks