How much time off is too much time?

[cantdrv55]

I rode hard on Sat and Sun. Was off the bike until tonight, Thursday. The ride was extra tough for me even though I've ridden this route numerous times. I could barely make it to the top of every hill. Is three days off too long during training season?

[Jarery]

Nope, some times you may feel the need to take a week off in oder to keep your recovery and motivation high.

[ThrottleJock]

9 years. Take it from me...

[bac]

I rode hard on Sat and Sun. Was off the bike until tonight, Thursday. The ride was extra tough for me even though I've ridden this route numerous times. I could barely make it to the top of every hill. Is three days off too long during training season?

The opposite may be true. Your body certainly didn't atrophy, or lose much fitness over 4 days. It's much more likely that your body may not have fully recovered over that time period for a number of reasons.

Recovery is what makes you stronger/fit ... riding is what affords your the opportunity to recover.

... Brad