Old 07-17-10 | 09:07 AM
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Originally Posted by valygrl
- Waited to eat/rest/adjust clothing for "the perfect spot" - I finally learned to eat/rest when needed because if you wait for the perfect spot you might have bonked already.
Originally Posted by rhm
Such a good point. Eat/rest whenever you need to, and whenever you want to, whenever you feel like it. But if you find a nice spot, take a rest and enjoy it even if you don't need it.
I read some advice that I put down in my little book.

It might be a good idea to simply take a break every 20 miles and snack. That equals about 1.5 to 2 hours of touring. Keeping to this guideline helps keep your legs fresh (a little stretching) and you don't forget to eat.

Not sure if its the best advice - but it seems to make sense to me.
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