Subject: RE: The IM Distance Continue to Sag on Bike Originally posted by niceguy542006
I took everyone's advice and rode 75 miles this weekend instead of doing the marathon I had planned. I averaged about 16.5 mph while riding, but had a few restroom breaks, and another one at mile 50 to eat a bag of potato chips. Overall I averaged 14 mph. Total time was 530. Then I ran 6 miles after in about an hour. All in a fairly hot and sunny environment.
I just wanted to say thanks. I learned a lot during the ride, and used the first 56 miles to dial in nutrition for the first loop of the IM. It looks like 2 Power Bars, one Ensure, one banana, two bottles of water, and two bottles of Clip did the trick. Now I need to repeat this and maybe add a few items for the second 56 miles.
This weekend I am away and can't ride, so I am doing a long 4-5 hour trainer before we leave. I wish it could be outside! Thank you all for talking me into the ride, it was nice seeing a few miles at 17 mph, much more satisfying than another marathon!
Thanks sounds great to me. I averaged just under 17 mph for my 76 mile ride yesterday. I think you are doing well. I am not saying I am a strong biker but I know I can get through the distance and have something left on my legs. That run after is impressive! Wow, you fueled a lot and have me thinking maybe I don't fuel enough (mind you, I wasn't running after ). Good luck with the rest of your training. You got this! |