Century on a Hybrid?

[shootingstar]

Sure you can. I've never had a road bike. I've had hybrids. I've done multiple centuries over the past few years. I've gone on loaded touring rides on hybrid, etc. As long as the hybrid bike fits your body, that's really important.

If being the fastest is not key, then go for it.

As for triathalons: One would be wiser to get a road bike for this.

[Fredwina]

My First century was on a Hybrid, so I'm with everyone else here.

[Rebecca19804]

Yup, you can do this. I did my first century a few weeks ago on a 31-year-old 5-speed mixte with "sit up and beg" handlebars. I didn't train - other than my 12-15 mile commute every day and the odd 35-mile ride on a Sunday. Lots of people told me "if you're fit enough to ride 35-40 miles comfortably (and not suffer the next day), then managing anything over that is totally about comfort".

Good luck with the ride! Hope it'll be the first of many!