Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling - Completed my 1st 130 mile century

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Timber_8
06-23-10, 02:33 AM
I did my Boston to Provinctown ride Saturday. I have to say it was hard in the heat but did make it. I also learned a lot about me & my bicycle as well as what I really need on this type of ride. The is no question as weather I will do this again but I will do it differently.

Richard Cranium
06-23-10, 06:08 AM
The is no question as weather I will do this again but I will do it differently. Congrats to you - and pray tell - what is it you have learned grasshopper?
Timber_8
06-23-10, 07:03 AM
I learned I didn't need 1/2 the crap I brought, I learned a road bike is a better choice than a hybrid, I learned hills in the sun suck.

10 Wheels
06-23-10, 07:08 AM
Good Ride.
What tire size did you have?
Barrettscv
06-23-10, 07:30 AM
I learned I didn't need 1/2 the crap I brought, I learned a road bike is a better choice than a hybrid, I learned hills in the sun suck.

130 miles on a hybrid? Thats like 175 miles on a comfy road bike. In hot weather? That's one heck of a ride!

Try 200 miles during a cool day on a road bike that fits well and has low enough gearing, it will be easier!

Michael
Timber_8
06-23-10, 06:23 PM
I am defiantly in the market for a road bike next spring. I am into my hybrid pretty deep so it is a keeper, especially for winter commuting this year. It is a great bike.
Timber_8
06-23-10, 06:25 PM
Good Ride.
What tire size did you have?

I ran the stock 700 X 34 tires. The bike was great, no complaints.