I am going to ride the High Sierra Century on Sept 10 with a group of friends. I have been riding 80-100 miles a week for Sprint/Oly training. Any STer’s that have done this ride? Any thoughts to pass along to a Century virgin? My longest rides ever has been a couple of 85 mile ride while training for Ralphs this past winter/spring.
Mark
Mark,
I have never ridden there before. But it sounds nice. I think that if you have done a couple of 85 milers solo a century with friends will be a piece of cake. In fact, I bet you get finished and will be saying to yourself that it was too easy. Have a good time.
Bernie
I have rode it for the last 3 year. I love the area! Just take your time and you will be fine. Let me know if I can help more. Where do you live?
Rod
Mark,
Perhaps your bigest concern should be eating and drinking adequately over the course of your ride.
Consume 300-500 calories per hour and be sure to drink at least a bottle of water/liquid per hour.
Don’t wait until you are thirsty or hungry to start.
Good luck. You are more than adequately prepared if you heve ridden 85 miles solo previously. Enjoy the experience and have fun.