a tip from a middle aged marathon runner now turned cyclist: Mentally divide the ride into three segments. The first segment force yourself to ride at slightly less than your normal pace. The middle segment force yourself to ride at your nomal training pace. The last segment, force yourself to ride. Also, attitude is everything. The best advice I ever received in training for a marathon is, "when you're really feeling lousy... force yourself to smile.". Can't explain it.. but when you force yourself to smile and others smile back at you.... it starts giving you energy... Makes no sense at all but in each of my nine marathons, including the one on my 60th birthday, the smile tip got me through. As I plan my first century ride, these tips will be self-applied. Props to GCN.. very helpful series to this noobie.
@thehandleiwantedwasntavailable6 жыл бұрын
Richard Mourdock I’m curious; how have you found long rides (100km+) compared to a marathon. Of course, I’m only comparing a ride when you’re pushing hard for most of the ride.
@FringeWizard26 жыл бұрын
I prefer to snarl instead of smile and also to have a stoic and do or die mentality. Works for me.
@rok38955 жыл бұрын
I just groan, just let out all that needs to be let out, then smile cause I probably look stupid, it helps me keep going 😂
@danielkimamado8005 жыл бұрын
Epinephrine
@s-torque29864 жыл бұрын
Ride safe pops
@amogh17737 жыл бұрын
I'm attempting my first 120 km ride tomorrow, came here for some last minute tips.. Wish me luck :)
@pengyed7 жыл бұрын
Amogh S HOW DID IT GO, im gonna try my first 28 mile ride tomorrow!!!
@amogh17737 жыл бұрын
Didn't go so well :( the other riders were way faster. Had to cut it short to 80 km. Best of luck to you!
@diljitsingh66037 жыл бұрын
I am attempting my first 160 km ride tomorrow, 70 km of road and rest is mountain area.
@ugastronomie12377 жыл бұрын
have you got strava?
@fjoa1236 жыл бұрын
80km is still alot!
@aurobhatta5 жыл бұрын
I travelled 2km yesterday. What a great achievement
@Cutest_skinwalker4 жыл бұрын
Did eating your cereal give you energy?
@aurobhatta4 жыл бұрын
@@Cutest_skinwalker yes of course!! So make sure you never miss your cereal
@rrrigbyyy4 жыл бұрын
Auroni Bhattacharya you don’t need cereal, just an avocado or banana
@LJMadrigalMusic3 жыл бұрын
Started cycling by myself and just doing between 10-15km per 1 hour. I know, it's slow. I neglected the fact that I don't need to push myself hard all the way and even taking a rest when I need to. After a couple of months and riding with a buddy I started to reach 50km in 2½ hours and 36km in 1½ solo cycling. It was worth it and I don't blow my energy that much like I used to during my first days of cycling. Started with a trying-hard 15km/h average speed, now I can ride with a comfortable 20-22km/h with sprints upto 38km/h. Learned a lot wih this channel and I'm very grateful to find this.
@PNDA-gw9kp2 жыл бұрын
I notice when i started to long ride with my friend, i didn't get easily tired at 20km while when i'm cycling alone i get tired at my 12km. Maybe it's science that when i'm chasing someone i don't get easily tired or something. I dunno 😂
@tomoharuyara99082 жыл бұрын
Where i live its incredibly expensive to get road bokes, so everyone uses moutin bikes which are pretty heavy (provably 9 to 10 kilos) and im not pro but can average 22 to 24 kph, which is my limit at a very hard pace. Normal people cant reach even 15 kph
@zensenpai66692 жыл бұрын
@@tomoharuyara9908 True. And I try to make most of out of it. I ride a hybrid and it weighs 13 kilos. After strength training and climbing hills, I somehow managed to average 24km/h with moderate effort. It's really good for training rides as I found out. At full gas, I'm topping out at 38km/h
@tomoharuyara99082 жыл бұрын
@@zensenpai6669 Me too! Mine weights almost 19 kg tho. I wish i had a lighter one
@dlucey123 Жыл бұрын
There isn’t a one speed that fits all. You can definitely take steps to cycle faster but you have to accept that certain things are out of your control. I ride a hybrid not a road bike and live in a hilly area
@richardmourdock27195 жыл бұрын
on pacing.... I always try to remember a tip prior to my first marathon: "in the first third, force yourself to run a bit slower than what may feel normal. In the second third, force yourself to run your normal pace. In the final third, force yourself to run."
@jamie3dot118 жыл бұрын
I Cycled 167miles on Saturday probably will never ride a further distance again.
@rurdey81187 жыл бұрын
Jamie Knighton I
@fjoa1236 жыл бұрын
did it have dire consequences?
@EnamoradoRage6 жыл бұрын
he died
@enricopallazzo32445 жыл бұрын
@@EnamoradoRage RIP Jamie. Hope it was worth it!
@andreymartin87484 жыл бұрын
Holy fuck dude
@greg_loper7 жыл бұрын
You are clearly not from America - cabo loading has been popular here for decades (even if we never exercise )
@thehandleiwantedwasntavailable6 жыл бұрын
Greg Loper That was funny!
@adrianxhafaj41115 жыл бұрын
Lol
@Necromonger695 жыл бұрын
Thats why we have an obesity problem in this country, funny, but sad at the same time.
@Wiant395 жыл бұрын
haha, the 90s WERE decades ago!
@helcurt25094 жыл бұрын
Hahaha. You had me in first half.
@ashokkumarcp28377 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the video. It helped me out really well. Proud to say, i finished my 1st long ride. Mysore Palace to hassan 120 km
@michaelprado92596 жыл бұрын
Thank you, GCN! Thanks to the advice in this video and the other GCN videos on fueling properly, I was able to train for and complete a 200-mile cycle event in one day, with a minimum of discomfort and no bonking! Eat and Hydrate! Ride a comfortable pace!
@sreeramv56082 жыл бұрын
Planning a 100 km ride tomorrow (which Wil be my first if I finish). Thanks for the video
@CorzIlla7 жыл бұрын
hey guys i just wanted to thank you, I've only been road cycling for around 6 months and have been steadily getting more km in. i have a lot of spare time at present and have been watching your videos and leant a lot. I yesterday completed a 120km ride in 4.8 hrs it was hard but watching your videos encouraged me to push through and flow through to reach my destination .... now just have to deal with the saddle sores f*** they aren't nice at all. keep up the good work my cycling brothers. love from Australia. Corz
@MattSomethingOrOther8 жыл бұрын
5:53 dude falls off the jetski in the background haha
@elsholz23655 жыл бұрын
You are the hero we do not deserve
@JackwilsonMr5 жыл бұрын
its a kiter
@Endeva094 жыл бұрын
It’s a kiter landing
@TheMrmrdno3 жыл бұрын
wauuuu
@faithhannahmarichan80143 жыл бұрын
Poor guy
@panzerveps8 жыл бұрын
My ultimate goals are to finish two "quite" long rides this summer. 550 km and 460 km, just two weeks apart. That will be the ultimate test in willpower..
@FringeWizard26 жыл бұрын
I plan to do that but 1,100 km in just one ride + hauling gear.
@user-pr4ww4pt1x4 жыл бұрын
one day i will try to ride from england to bulgaria with no sleep just breaks. it probably wont go well.
@razvan73552 жыл бұрын
Making my 7000 mile trip look even crazier LOL Still wanna do it
@basedbulgar52402 жыл бұрын
@@user-pr4ww4pt1x my uncle did the opppsite, with sleep though lol. Good luck, brother
@user-qb5jt3kr2u9 жыл бұрын
Hello guys, great advice for an amateur hobby cyclist like myself Started cycling at 43 now 46 and always find very good cycling tips in your website. Congratulations for your efforts !!!
@mattbellamymate7 жыл бұрын
For me, the only limiting factor in long rides is my back and arse comfort levels. So I prefer a good saddle and thicker tyres, but obviously a bike fit helps too
@reddaB7 жыл бұрын
mattbellamymate Yeh my bum is the biggest issue too :( ordered 3 new saddles to try out. Hope one works cos its getting really bad.
@locotte8 жыл бұрын
I love all the videos that I have seen from you guys. very helpful information and fun to watch. thank you for your support and your time.
@gcn8 жыл бұрын
It's our pleasure Locotte, thanks for watching.
@veryveryintense4 жыл бұрын
Did 113 miles on my old Italian fixed gear from 1960 a few weeks ago, it wasn't too bad. It does have modern wheels and bars, and I must confess this was entirely in Norfolk and Suffolk, so I am fortunate in having only constant tiny up and down hills to deal with. Still immense fun, hoping to do 150 miles on my geared bike very soon with a good friend. It becomes meditative and introspective at a certain point for me, and your mind wanders very far and then you get brought back to reality by a beautiful view or a hazard or by the immediacy of the moment, keeping your legs moving, holding a speed. Moments of wonder and joy cannot fail to arise in spite of the pain if you try to exceed a century in an unfamiliar area to you with some nice scenery and some really high calorie food stops along the way! Can confirm fish and chips is suitable fuel when you are burning 5k+ calories in a day.
@josephtrainor34714 жыл бұрын
Then: Bike at high altitudes with a beautiful mountain landscape. Me: *sighs* another abandoned Burger King lot.
@lanceledesma31353 жыл бұрын
I did my first and farthest today which is 28km. I tried my best not to force myself and just to take it pedal-by-pedal because I think I'll pass out if I forced myself. Since It's my first time my legs were still weak and I had hard time with roads with upward slopes. Thanks to my friends they always waited for me even though I was slow most of the time.
@m-o-r-g-a-n3 жыл бұрын
I love how the comment section is full of "150, 160, 175 miles!" When the trip I'm making is 30 miles round-trip
@zavian44433 жыл бұрын
I have Non-Gear Bicycle and i have to complete 13KM in 35 minutes, can i do it?
@nofeetpics03 жыл бұрын
I’m just trying to ride 18 miles round trip but I have a mountain bike so it take a while 😂
@247th9 жыл бұрын
Just in time for my weekend double metric century : ) Dont focus on leaning over too much though... on long rides, comfort is one of the most important elements and can be the difference between an paying attention to your aching back or enjoying the scenery.
@Lucpol19869 жыл бұрын
247th It's usually the ass that's hurting over here mate...Any advice?
@247th9 жыл бұрын
Does your seat suit you properly? Its the shape not the padding which is important. You LBS can measure your ideal sit bones distance then +1~2 cm for a supportive seat with a comfy seat. High quality cycling bib helps, dont skimp out on money here. Chamois cream. Seating position should change often to relieve pressure over time. If youre on a racing geometry some weight may be supported by your arms through the handlebars too. Comfy tires, thicker or less pressure can make a comfy ride as well. Little things add up like this to really customize your ride. My favorite seat (personally) is a Fizik' Arrione.
@DavefromCA20234 жыл бұрын
I know I’m late but I really love GCN, that’s my town Santa Barbara and they’re eating at one of our favorite restaurants Shoreline Beach Cafe! Very cool!
@louisbuisson4 жыл бұрын
Was wondering where that was. Is that also where they're riding at 3:25?
@TheJordanGraff6 жыл бұрын
This coming spring I'll be riding my BMC Roadmachine from Vancouver BC to Lexington Kentucky and back (with tons of side trips included) probably about 20,000 kilometres in two months... Ain't no thang
@KatieKookaburra7 жыл бұрын
And one major tip..... TAKE A BATTERY PACK. If it's not on Strava.....
@WartakMedia6 жыл бұрын
fck strava.... I don't brag miles anyways hahahaha
@Hunter_Bidens_Crackpipe_6 жыл бұрын
Katie Kookaburra I'm taking battery packs alright... Gonna do 800k on an ebike.
@jckensway29566 жыл бұрын
Katie Kookaburra damn straight! Did my first 100 mile ride yesterday, and at age 67; without the charger my Garmin would have expired at 80 miles!
@topperharley71426 жыл бұрын
JC Kensway thats why im happy to own a Wahoo Elemnt. Did a 65km ride today 3.5hrs on tour and still got 64% battery left. Full GPS tracked with bluetooth enabled.
@roboticzamat6 жыл бұрын
Katie Kookaburra 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣✌️
@p1nk5988 жыл бұрын
I'm getting my first road bike soon.. I have been riding with a hybrid for a while can't wait!
@rich33188 жыл бұрын
i know you are sponsored big time BUT I bought a Ridley and it is an awesome bike. bought before i followed you and before Ridley stepped in as a big sponsor. value for spend on the bike was really incredible.
@bigfizz5 жыл бұрын
I’m planning on doing the Indiana Rain ride in America this July. It’s 160 miles across the state of Indiana, it was supposed to be a group ride, but now I am doing it solo. This video has helped my training. 👍🏼
@chocosheepart3328 Жыл бұрын
How did it go Joseph?
@arkajmali45948 жыл бұрын
I use another trick to get my mind from muscle pain - listen to your favorite playlist and get into the rhythm ( always choose faster beat songs as your legs will tend to match the beat after practice)
@XcocomocoX8 жыл бұрын
That's a placebo
@zeroa695 жыл бұрын
@@XcocomocoX no its not
@ancientlights79875 жыл бұрын
isnt that dangerous lol
@chiatworld9 жыл бұрын
Thanks for making this video, helps motivate riders like me who is just starting on above 100km rides.
@biranfalk-dotan24489 жыл бұрын
Here's a tip for Matt and Si: you need both bottle cages for a long ride.
@BillStrathearn9 жыл бұрын
Also: put some sports drink in those bottles. Pure water is good but sucrose, potassium and sodium is better
@dannomite1238 жыл бұрын
They do have a support vehicle...
@rokpajer2698 жыл бұрын
+Daniel Cabrita yeah they do, but most of us do self support style rides you know.
@MicroageHD8 жыл бұрын
+Bill Strathearn Bah, they all taste shitty. I only go with my Gel, Water and Bananas :)
@rokpajer2698 жыл бұрын
Microage and some dates, best.
@TheCatAteMyShoe9 жыл бұрын
I have another century coming up in 2 weeks. I'm going to study these techniques and try them out on that ride. Thanks.
@TheCatAteMyShoe4 жыл бұрын
@Michael Funge Honestly, I don't remember...I've ridden so much since then!
@petinka7214 жыл бұрын
Love GCN;s vintage videos!
@lraleftvie77852 жыл бұрын
Tomorrow I am leaving to do Brussels - Paris (400km) in two days. First real long distance from on capital-city to another, but not the last - if I come back. Thank you for the advices guys!
@scottysblog73172 жыл бұрын
I rode the entire silver comet and chief Ladiga trail. It's the second longest paved rail trail in the united states. It starts in Anniston, Alabama and ends in the Atlanta, GA suburbs. It's 103 miles.
@taunaengus49789 жыл бұрын
Nice seeing bike riding around Santa Barbara, California, USA. One of my favorite places on Earth. Good riding tips too!
@bartrupel6 жыл бұрын
Fueling from the start is wrong too, if you are in ketosis. You cannot digest enough carbs fast enough to replace the energy you can expend on a long ride.
@OneLessCar8 жыл бұрын
Great video, we're preparing for a little ride across Canada coast to coast and we need all the tips/help we can get :)
@marceloa.15978 жыл бұрын
woah.. good luck
@llamaofvinter58014 жыл бұрын
Also helps to ball park a specific distance you have in mind or a specific location, helps build it into a day out of exploration as much as a ride, get you mentally prepared nicely. And break it up into segments so you don't over exert and make the second half or significant chunk of the ride misery into bonk oblivion. Good shout on aero though. Many don't seem to realise that with practice, that is conditioning your core and body to be comfortable in an aero position, as well as a good bike fit, will make you significantly quicker and more comfortable for doing bugger all in spending or technique even (OK bike fit could cost money, but it's well worth it to have it set up exactly to benefit how you ride). It's just acclimatising to a more aggressive position (long ride, needn't be race aggressive, but enough to cheat the wind nicely). And the definition of comfort? Well for me it's not having to push through a wall of cramping pain and seizing legs or sheer exhaustion from having maintained an effort I could've saved energy on by simply riding in a better position on the bike. Its a long ride, mix it up. Hoods, bars, drops, keeps the body in a variety of space and avoids falling asleep. But always back aero because it saves you energy you'd otherwise waste every second you spend spinning on pushing parts of your body through wind and air resistance. Have it lower, save energy, put out less, go for much longer and feel less strained. Its a no brainer unless you have back issues or a weak core, but for most this shouldn't be an issue, certainly weak core you can do something about.
@methunshow9 жыл бұрын
Good advice for the serious rider, and a rude awakening for the weekend warrior group who tries drop everybody out the gate on a 40 mile ride. Thinking they're so great, but will never finish a 100 mile ride at that pace. They're usually somewhere sitting while you're still on the bike. Lol
@williammurray99999 жыл бұрын
great video as always, i am a new cyclist myself and this was a great help to me. thanks
@johnbailey5207 жыл бұрын
Looks like Glendale Mountain Road to Mt. Baldi. My favorite ride.
@NapoleonDeanomight6 жыл бұрын
Loving Richard’s comment. Really helpful. Big smile!
@wallacedavidg8 жыл бұрын
I knew I recognized the terrain and the road. Glendora Mountain Road (open spring to fall only) is a great ride. You've got to be a real climber to get up Hwy 39 to the East Fork of the San Gabriel river or directly up from Glendora. The views are spectacular and the downhill sections are really worth it.
@TheReactor87 жыл бұрын
1. Prepare equipment, food, clothing, weather forecast and the roads. 2. Mentally set your mind towards the distance you are gonna make. 2. Know in the first 15 minutes the "shape of the day" and therefore go for the median speed you think you can manage the whole ride. I have done a 230km at average of 29.5km/h and a 170 at 32.8 km/h. both very steady solo rides but a big difference in average speed. Conditions determined my speed and I kept it all the way. 3. If you ride above 150km's do take a break to drink and eat, make a picture (it is no race). 4. Be nice to other traffic and 90% of the time they will be nice too, quickly forget the rest.
@apollomorris99204 жыл бұрын
First time I did 100 miles was relatively flat Auburn to chico Ca, stoped for water at a store and something to eat. 5 hours ride. It was halloween and there is big parties in chico that night great fun
@s.sradon97826 жыл бұрын
in Scotland we ride on gravel and grass in freezing conditions with a huge wind chill factor and a powerful wind, also it is muddy and sometimes you will find the road your riding on to be completely flooded, also you may not see a single person for kilometers to come, so we are always equipped to the best of our ability and we bring layered clothing on board and so if you ever see someone riding a bike in Scotland without a backpack and a rear trunk we call them insane
@Pre_industrial3 жыл бұрын
much respect to Scottish brothers
@spanish111japan9 жыл бұрын
5:00 Matt looks like Tom Cruise in top gun, with that jacket and glasses he's a bad boy
@jackronald35914 жыл бұрын
Great video and nice to see you on Gibraltar road Santa Barbara!
@DavefromCA20234 жыл бұрын
Meglanon 99 and shoreline cafe!
@jackronald35914 жыл бұрын
@@DavefromCA2023 Yes! and first time I've seen them on my home turf!
@nipo7668 Жыл бұрын
I have never rode futher than 50km but next summer me and my pals are planning a 850km ride from south finland to the north!
@ThtsDirty9 жыл бұрын
Who at GCN is a fan of JAWS? Cheers to you!
@MatthewNJDavis6 жыл бұрын
When it comes to endurance rides, ketosis would be very useful. Please do make a video on this, if/when you understand and experience it.
@vinnychoff9 жыл бұрын
i carbed up with pasta before my prudential ride 100. I am sure it helped. Good luck to those working up to a long ride.
@choski769 жыл бұрын
Frogs shrivel up in the California sun. Lucky blokes living the dream.
@michaelcantalejo53645 жыл бұрын
do you consider beer as a source of carbohydrates..for carbo loading?
@haroldz1239 жыл бұрын
My friend told me to go faster or keep up with him. Him being fitter than me. Smart!
@stevegannonhandmade9 жыл бұрын
I've been carb free since mid March... After the first month of misery, I now find I can ride my regular hilly 43 mile loop, as well as longer hilly 67 mile loops without eating anything before or during (water only). I am tired at the end, and certainly not bonking by any means. I've lost almost 70 lbs in the last 14 months, so I think I'll keep this up and see how it goes...
@nk-dw2hm3 жыл бұрын
Didn't realize how much I'd miss this crew
@rdkuless8 жыл бұрын
Carb loading needs more talk. All carbs are not the same. Greasy french fries have a lot of carbs. Just the wrong kind of carb. The heated fats in them will have a negative impact on the way we metabolize fats. (learn about Epi-Genetics to understand how our bodies deal with cooked fats) Our bodies need balance. For Healthy FATS try Avocados, Cold pressed (non heated) oils and Raw Nuts. Healthy Carbs can be Dates, Raisins, Figs, Raw local Honey. The Healthy Carbs provide more than glucose (necessary for energy) Dates provide a myriad of essential nutrients that our muscles need to repair, grow and become stronger. Green leafy veggies have more bio-available protein to sustain energy. Carbs: 100% of volume consumed converts to glucose in just 2 hours. Protein: 50% of volume consumed converts to glucose in about 4-6 hours. Fats: 10% of volume consumed converts to glucose in about 10-12 hours. Understanding this is important because our muscles require glucose to function properly. (muscles need glucose for energy) If you bring Dates (the food..LOL) in a small bag that you can eat one every hour of so, it will provide the instant energy you need when you feel that first sign of fatigue. Eating a large large volumes of protein found in leafy greens in its raw form like a spinach, kale or collard green salad will give you sustained energy over a long time. The hand full of raw nuts and the avocado on the salad will provide the lubricant your muscles and joints need over long rides. Someone on a ketogenic diet (high healthy fat) will more efficiently convert fat to glucose to sustain energy with a long glycemic load. Most champion athletes know this. Don't do your self a disservice by eating a large greasy pasta dinner before a long ride. Avoid the greasy chips that contain cooked unhealthy fats and the wrong type of carbs. I found this very misleading from a holistic nutritional standpoint.
@marceloa.15978 жыл бұрын
Thanks
@MrDaleAsmith8 жыл бұрын
Great info there.
@willarmero16738 жыл бұрын
what does epigenetics have anything to do with this...
@rdkuless8 жыл бұрын
Epi-genetics is fascinating, I encourage all athletes to learn about it. Epi (on or over) Genetics (gene) Cooked fats result in a poor environment for our genes. The old school of thought was that our genes determine what would happen. We know today that it is the environment of the gene that determines if a gene will turn on or off. When a gene for a specific genetic condition turns on we develop that condition. (everything from heart conditions to diabetes.. it also affects how quickly our bodies recover from injury) We can also turn off that expression of the gene by changing the diet (the environment of the gene is directly affected by diet) Epi-genetics have everything to do with why an athlete (or anyone) will do better, perform better, if we don't pollute the environment of the gene by eating the greasy french fries. For more information look up Bruce Lipton's lecture on Epi-Genetics. Then you will have a clear understanding as to why this video is giving dangerous advice. (Maybe they are trying to sabotage the competition by giving them information that will slow them down and make them feel ill the day of a big race... LOL) Regardless, it is poor advice for anyone to take. I eat dates and raw nuts for sustained energy along with huge green leafy salads packed with protein. I also out preform most of the people on the rides I go on. PEACE
@Huskie6 жыл бұрын
/r/iamverysmart
@gianlucafallone9 жыл бұрын
would be nice to make a video showing different pumps to have on and off the bike. Just saw Simon's and made me wonder, cause mine is a really painful tool on the road. thanks
@MrHowTo-mq6mj9 жыл бұрын
Remember people: Carb loading, not carb overloading! :D
@MrShoji51506 жыл бұрын
I wish I can cycling such a nice mountain road with no traffic...
@dawolff48153 жыл бұрын
I believe there were on Glendora Mountain Road, just north of LA. It’s my go to long ride. I can get to where they were in an hour’s ride from my house. Just gloating a bit, but it is truly gorgeous and mostly empty for 22 miles from Glendora to Mt. Baldy village. Highly recommend if you are ever in LA!!!
@Taintlouis6 жыл бұрын
I miss Matt so much.
@nicolainielsen77006 жыл бұрын
Me too.
@katieflanagan3877 Жыл бұрын
Beautiful video ❤
@wigbig61923 жыл бұрын
I tried 40km after my first week of starting cycling and my body took 3 days for recover
@daveinjapan2 жыл бұрын
Make sure to hydrate the entire ride and after. Drink some water every 5 ~ 10 min during the ride. When you're done IMMEDIATELY get 25~30g protein into your body. More protein AND CARBS within 2~3 hrs after. Make sure to get 7 hrs of sleep a night. Turn off ALL your electronics 1.5 hrs before sleeping ;)
@rj67828 жыл бұрын
I got a anti bomb suite, even when it rains fire meteors i can ride. Heavily advice it. Also works extremely well to lose weight in hot climates, only 4 hours of riding in death valley and you lost 60 kilo's. But on a serious note, for long rides, you just need to push yourself. Also get enough food and done you are. For long rides its probably better to get a back bracket on the saddle that fits 2 more water bottles, and for extremely long rides 500km rides on a single day, get a water backpack.
@kublaios9 жыл бұрын
How about the sun? It becomes a massive trouble, especially when the distance gets longer and longer. Would you consider making a video about ways to protect ourselves from it?
@bigbrownbear12319 жыл бұрын
kublaios Pro tip: Sun cream.
@kublaios9 жыл бұрын
bigbrownbear1231 Sunstroke? Dehydration? There are many troubles caused by the sun dude. Nice one though.
@JaneDoe-uy4oy9 жыл бұрын
Southern California has too much sun in my opinion. I do about 98% of my miles at night for this reason.
@Coxy0026059 жыл бұрын
kublaios The most obvious one - ride in the cooler part of the day if possible. Otherwise, expose as little skin to the sun as possible (sunscreen will only do so much, especially when you're sweating) and rely on moisture-wicking fabrics to keep you cool. I don't know of any way to cool down when the humidity is so high that sweating is ineffective.
@Lucpol19869 жыл бұрын
james grainger A 2 week long summer (somewhere between May and Sept) mate :)
@martinpanameno56643 жыл бұрын
Love you guys you are funny and I just bought my first bike but I don't have the confidence to go more than 30 miles long I'm 54 so probably I'm to old to do more.
@cscmabharatsir4 жыл бұрын
Thanks to both of you... Valuable tips
@SlickMotoMike4 жыл бұрын
I cycle about 620 miles a week doing deliveroo. I cycle every day. I've been cycling with deliveroo for 1 year nearly 2 years and my legs still can't handle hills and my legs hurt a lot even when stretching and having a lot of rest. I eat a lot of bread as I can't afford to eat nice healthy food.
@PushUpG11 ай бұрын
Once i just got bored and decided to take a dumb 40KM (29 miles) ride with my trusty rusty 10 yo folding bike, that make rattling sound when i go through a bumpy road. The first 10 km were quiet easy, i even think to myself, isn't low gear heavier? Man this is nothing, then i get to 15 km, start to regret this, but I can't go home yet, at 20 km i get to my destination, a beach, i rest a bit then start my ride back, 25 km in i start to really regret this journey, why did i do this to myself, it's more uphill too, my legs felt like noodle, the weather felt so hot, with smoke all around (from fire) then i just had to push myself till i get home 40km later
@SuperRagadon5 жыл бұрын
Where is this great video filmed?
@DavefromCA20234 жыл бұрын
Simon Filliers Santa Barbara
@alqaisy19765 жыл бұрын
Many thanks for your prof insights!
@Thebirdemoji2 жыл бұрын
I have a hardtail that I take around and I hate it when there's mud on the trails cuz it comes up everything locks up the wheels have to stick a finger in to pull out all that dirt. And then it messes up my shifting and makes it all gross so yeah
@christianepalaric502 жыл бұрын
Yesterday I did half a century!. 50 miles. Feel so proud
@monagamil77188 жыл бұрын
Hey guys, love your videos! Any experience with riding while fasting?
@smartcatcollarproject56998 жыл бұрын
Short distances《 50 km and not pushing too much should be fine. For longer distances, I suspect most people will lack some fuel ? I'm on a 16/8 since some weeks and try to exercice near the end of the fasting hours. I didn't notice any difference, except maybe less knee "pain" but it's very irregular for me anyway. I've been told about tendons'renforcement, too, when exercising while fasting. I'd love to hear more performant bikers talk about it.
@silvialand3 жыл бұрын
I'll be riding my first 160 km this Saturday on my fitness bike. I Hope to survive.🙏
@Norgedesign9 жыл бұрын
I am very, very, very jealous of Matt's Ridley there... Helium SL, Campag 80th groupo. oh my....
@layesakho67326 жыл бұрын
Vikings Georg
@layesakho67326 жыл бұрын
Viking Georg @
@layesakho67326 жыл бұрын
Vikingerne Georg
@layesakho67326 жыл бұрын
Viking Georgia
@animeworldacademy84433 жыл бұрын
im just a newbie, I do short ride when I have free time then ive tried to travel 70km not to much for you but as a newbie its really exhausting especially theres alot of climb
@wildsurfer12 Жыл бұрын
I’m watching this after cycling just over 100 miles yesterday.
@simsimw Жыл бұрын
Doing 60km tomorrow in a hardtail mtb. Any tips?
@marcosmallmann97703 жыл бұрын
Hello guys! I loved the tips you shared. I'm training for long rides for a while and next Friday I'm going for a 300km MTB ride. I also have a road bike and I'm very interested in the pump showed in the video. What model/brand is it? Is it good to fill 100lb? Happy New Year and keep riding!
@earlkjarbrown37535 жыл бұрын
That looks like Southern California. Was that Santa Barbara?
@ooGQoo9 жыл бұрын
Hi guys, love your "How to" vids. Could you possibly do a vid on bike pumps for road bikes, small pumps, Co2 pumps, etc. I got plagued with punchers on my last ride and my pump was.........well needless to say, it's in the bin now so I'm in the market for a new one. Thanks 🚴🚴🚴
@mikkompeltonen9 жыл бұрын
I've figured that riding the first 10 km at heart rate of 150 at the most is the best way for me to start a long ride. This is around 25 kmh for me. After that I can go 30 kmh without too much effort. If I start going faster in the beginning I get tired extremely fast. I set a goal to increase my FTP from 234 W to 300 W. How much do you think this requires from me? I think you should make more videos about training with a power meter. :)
@netfischer9 жыл бұрын
Mikko Peltonen Cant be answered. Depending on your genetics and training and background this might be a matter of a few weeks or youll just never get to a FTP of 300 ..
@Vanadium9 жыл бұрын
Mikko Peltonen like netfischer said it and also it is the thing how long you want to ride. How much breaks and time you need and what type of track is it. Long steady 4% climb? Or more like 10-15% ? for 1-2km? I cant count for my self steady light climbing as hard work or even climbing ^^ But I also drop the Road bike. No fun with it anymore... But really 1 bottle is not enough for a long ride like they had it in the video. The last long ride was 1 week ago and I needed 5L or more for 110 miles with 6kg backpack.
@daymonnin9 жыл бұрын
Great video. Love the location. Where were you riding for this one?
@bobg67155 жыл бұрын
Daymon Nin Glendora Mountain Road to Glendora Ridge Road, this route has been featured in the Amgen Tour of California, considered as the Queen Stage Mt Baldy... rode there today 👍, I know this post if 4 yo 🤷♂️
@tyronemulcahy4 жыл бұрын
I got 300 miles in 3 days coming up for charity in 3 weeks time. Tomorrow will be the first time riding a road bike. Should be fun.
@janetsers48955 жыл бұрын
I hate long rides, I always have to go to the bathroom. Thanks for the great video though, you guys are awesome
@arkajmali45948 жыл бұрын
I didn't use your aerodynamic tip and I have got a pretty heavy cycle (30) kilos and the least aero tires .but that has got my calves shining thanks for the tips I will use immediately (thx again)
@kenesufernandez12815 жыл бұрын
*Great*
@petyrkowalski98877 жыл бұрын
Good tips.
@Espiguera4 жыл бұрын
1 - to eat; 2 - to eat; 3 - to eat; 4 - good winds; 5 - to eat
@gauravjhawar90216 жыл бұрын
We people do 50 km ride without any fuel early morning alternate day with ATB speed comes 22 avg is that ok
@taufikabidin4126 жыл бұрын
short steep climb...My place is surrounded by mountains, so its long steep climbs, some can even be 45-60 degrees if I take the alternative route
@jaspergaray34094 жыл бұрын
When my first time riding on the bicycle i tried 75 miles on my first time well i felt tired and i feel that i was gonna die in the hotness of the sun, but my mental and will power is strong so i got home half of the day hahaha.
@jimmason85025 жыл бұрын
Great videos guys
@darsowilosowiloso89607 жыл бұрын
very nice
@georgegould13858 жыл бұрын
If your embarking on a say 200km I think It is very fair to have a top tube bag because you can go over potholes and your phone can fall out of your back pocket
@fusionaccounts8 жыл бұрын
Bigger tyres are more comfortable so you get less tired. If your going all day and night you might want some lights.
@cassior74609 жыл бұрын
Dear friends of GCN, Good! I'm cyclist from Brazil. You need to make a video about Race Across America! Thankyou very much.
@shahidkhalil13828 жыл бұрын
have you ever experimented with the chain ring number of teeth gear....you can go way farther with a 70 or 80 teeth chainring . Please let me know because with that kind of gearing the wind resistance becomes the factor not your pedaling cadence
@beboy33792 жыл бұрын
I traveled 8km back and fourth so 16km it was fun with friends.