50 mile coming up

[RoadRaven]

Way to go, Ash... I did my first 100km in December last year (about 62miles)

The general advice in training books and articles, is to increase your riding by about 10% each week.
So do take Lisa's advice and try a couple of 25-35milers before you set out for your 50 odd miles.
We are asking our bodies to change and respond at a metabolic level, so we need to ease into such distances carefully.

Having said that, just set yourself a gentle pace, and you will be fine!
Looking forward to hearing about it

[Ashgarth]

I am very excited and this is all great advice.
I am also riding with a very supportive group of women, so every little bit helps!

trust me.....I will take FULL advantage of the rest stops!

[HappyAnika]

Hmm, I just heard this last night from a friend who read it in a book or a magazine (not sure if its a reputable source). The idea is that if you add up your weekly mileage, that's the number of miles you should be able to do in one ride. From my perspective, I might be able to complete the ride, but I don't think I'd be very comfortable for about the last third of it. Anyone else heard of this? Good luck! Let us know how it goes.