Definitely agree on adding food. There are lots of choices, and the more you do long rides, the better you will know what your body can handle.
Figure about 200-300 calories per hour, however you take them in- pretzels, shot blocks, gels, electrolyte drinks, peanut butter sandwich, energy bar, banana...
I keep a couple of band-aids in my seat bag, and usually bring my debit card.



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