Originally Posted by
swimmer
I've never done any serious, long distance, self-supported touring.....9 day, one way, 646 mile trip......heavily loaded....varying between 97 miles and 67 miles....route is nowhere near flat....closest experience.....failed.....definitely the worst shape of my life....will have only a few weeks riding outside before I leave..
I don't want to set myself up for failure, injury, or a completely miserable experience. Should I rethink this, and look for a shorter trip to go on?
no experience, worst shape ever, 9-day trip in hills, no rest days?
gosh, what could go wrong?
plan a shorter trip, shorter daily mileage, with several rest days. 2-3 on, 1 off.