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03-21-16, 09:17 AM

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What should I do, preparing for a fleche in three weeks?

I'm part of a team riding a fleche with the Eastern PA Randonneurs, April 9-10. This ride will be more miles than I've ever done in a 24 hour period, and my first all-night brevet. We have a flat route planned out, and I'm not too worried; but still, I'd welcome the advice of those who know more about training than I.

I rode their Lackwanna 200k a couple days ago, which was hilly, and a comparatively flat century the weekend before.

So, between now and the fleche I have two weekends and another fourteen days of commuting 13 miles round trip each day. I can also leave work an hour or two early and do a 20-30 mile ride a few times between now and the fleche.

Anyone have suggestions for me? How much should I ride the next two weekends?

Thanks in advance!

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