Quote Originally Posted by Bike Goddess
Now you all, remember I'm getting ready to be on my derriere for 7 days of back to back riding, wind or no wind, bad roads, good roads, and who knows what else! So, when I can, I try to get back to back days of long rides in my schedule. I figure that I'll probably be in shape for the big ride by June 5th (Day1), so now I'm concerned about such issues as saddle sores, chafing and all that goes with it! Any suggestions on that subject?
Nancy, I've done back to back long days of mtnbiking but not road. Clean shorts every day and Chamois Butt'r the second you get a hot spot worked for me. Make sure you change gears and stand up periodically if you find yourself on long flat stretches (we're experts at that here in the Flatlands) to change the pressure points. Also, no lingering in damp shorts after all rides (even your training rides).
Quote Originally Posted by Bike Goddess
May 22? Where? When?
I'm thinking the Safeway around the corner from St. Helena Cyclery or at the Silverado Brewing Co. I thought I'd call the bike shop for their suggestion. I'd like to park close to wherever we eat of the many choices in St. Helena. Perhaps take a few seconds to pick up some lemon olive oil at Olivier. We have lots of time to figure this out so I'll post closer to the date.