As im in the beginners room you wont be surprised to know im new to all this cycle stuff, a few lads at work have got into mountain biking in a big way and i seem to have caught the bug, However they like the woods thing as i prefer the touring ( lots of miles) thing , i have just purchased a claude butler touring about ( approx £280 ) been told by a few that this is a good choice , I am now looking for advice from fellow tourers of what i need to get next , clothing, panniers,food, training etc and any other useful tips that may help me , and oh did i tell you on august 28th yes about 5 weeks away , im doing action 100 ride which is a ride between london and chobham ( 100 miles ) so please i need all the help and tips i can get and quick , thanks all
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Foe the 100 miles in five weeks, just get in as much riding as possible before then!
If you're still quite new to cycling, pedal a high cadence (easier gear and faster pedalling, as opposed to 'grinding' on a 'harder' gear). Your fitness and stamina will come before too long.
Depending on the weather, conditions etc., it 'should' take about 7 hours or so.
For 100 miles, you'll need possibly a bar bag with power bars and gels, multi tool, spare tube or two, rain/wind jacket, sunglasses, two water bottles/cages on your bike, pump, mudguards IF weather is wet.
For longer trips have a look at the 'Touring and Expedition' section on the forum, where there is a wealth of advice on what you need, depending on the length of ride and location.
Good luck, and welcome, by the way!
If you're still quite new to cycling, pedal a high cadence (easier gear and faster pedalling, as opposed to 'grinding' on a 'harder' gear). Your fitness and stamina will come before too long.
Depending on the weather, conditions etc., it 'should' take about 7 hours or so.
For 100 miles, you'll need possibly a bar bag with power bars and gels, multi tool, spare tube or two, rain/wind jacket, sunglasses, two water bottles/cages on your bike, pump, mudguards IF weather is wet.
For longer trips have a look at the 'Touring and Expedition' section on the forum, where there is a wealth of advice on what you need, depending on the length of ride and location.
Good luck, and welcome, by the way!