I'm convinced that 3/4 of riding is mental. Yes, you need to be in shape... but from what you've said, you still are! I'd go for it. It's not a race, so really who cares how long it takes? (at least that's what I say every ride!
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Get in as much distance as you can and enjoy your ride whatever one you do... and if you ride the metric don't be "resigned" about it... heck 62 miles is a loooooong way... still an impressive ride.
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01-25-2007, 07:25 PM #1
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There is a fine line between "hobby" and "mental illness".
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01-26-2007, 05:53 AM #2
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I'm 'training' for a 300-mile ride in 3 weeks. Problem is that I haven't been training at all! Nothing over 80 miles in months. So, same boat. I'm just gonna use all the mental skills I have to convince my legs and butt that it's no big deal
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01-26-2007, 08:35 AM #3
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Wrench - how many days do you have to complete 300 miles?? Jeez that's a long way!
Originally Posted by Pedal Wench
I'm 'training' for a 300-mile ride in 3 weeks. Problem is that I haven't been training at all! Nothing over 80 miles in months. So, same boat. I'm just gonna use all the mental skills I have to convince my legs and butt that it's no big deal"When I'm on my bike I forget about things like age. I just have fun." Kathy Sessler
2006 Independent Fabrication Custom Ti Crown Jewel (Road, though she has been known to go just about anywhere)/Specialized Jett
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01-26-2007, 08:39 AM #4
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24 hours! Originally Posted by IFjane
Actually, it's a 24-hour or 12-hour race (Bike Sebring) where youjust go as far as you can in the allotted time. I've decided that i just want to do 300 miles in however long it takes, hopefully within the 24hour segment. We'll see, though. Without training, it might be hopeless!
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01-26-2007, 08:43 AM #5
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Is the course flat (I hope!)? Let's see.....I usually take about 6.75 to 7 hours (maximizing every rest stop) to do a century....and considering I'd slow down with each century.....I figure it would take me about 30 hours
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I'm impressed - let us know how you do!"When I'm on my bike I forget about things like age. I just have fun." Kathy Sessler
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01-26-2007, 08:48 AM #6
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It's in Florida - just rolling terrain - no major climbs. It starts with a century through orange groves, then 12-mile loops around the airport and racetrack until dark. Then, it moves on the Sebring Racetrack - 3.7 mile loops for the last 12 hours. I have no idea why I'm doing this...
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