Originally Posted by
caloso
I wore a sleeveless baselayer, jersey and bibs. In my pockets I carried kneewarmers, armwarmers, a windvest, and glove liners. On the way up, I ididn't put anything on. On the way down, I put it all on. I was a little cold going down between 10K and 8K (passed through a cloud and actually got stung by ice crystals). After that, it got warm again. It really depends and it's probably worth it to bring a wind breaker if it looks like rain.
I took HEED and regretted it: not enough sodium and I cramped pretty badly at 6500 ft. So next time I'll take gatorade powder with me.
For food, I ate a bowl of cereal and banana for breakfast (standard breakfast) and on the bike I ate two packages of Clifshot Blocks, two packages of Sport Beans, and a huge chocolate chip cookie that I bought at the Kula store. I wanted to eat more, but my stomach wasn't having it. I'd say take as much food as you can carry and tolerate.
I've used Sustained Energy on Century rides and done okay with it but not sure that I need it for this ride...maybe. I mix HEED 1-1/2 scoops for summer rides and would add to all bottles.
Since it will be summer when I'm there, I'm thinking to carry about the same as you but skip the leg warmers and base layer. I'll take all of this with me on the trip but will make decisions on ride day.
Also will depend upon whether I solo the climb or join a group like Donnie's that has SAG.