TALUS Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 Question for folks who know about this stuff: I'm trying to crack 3hr on an mtb (just because.) What is the best strategy to follow? I read somewhere to take the first 30k easy and then push it from there, but when you are trying to make a time, 'taking it easy' is not so easy. Got any (reasonable! and simple.) suggestions for me? Find a group that is not maxing me out and follow that as long as I can and then see how I feel? Seeded I goup.I think the (possible) wind on N14 is a bit more relevant on a MTB. So you must get into, and stay in someone's slip there. Dont be a hero- wait. Heartbreak hill will be where your MTB comes into play. davetapson 1
Wyatt Earp Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 I am guessing 2:25 ish? Just , just cracked 2:20 and we finished on the track TALUS 1
davetapson Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 I think the (possible) wind on N14 is a bit more relevant on a MTB. So you must get into, and stay in someone's slip there. Dont be a hero- wait. Heartbreak hill will be where your MTB comes into play. Last year I paced a bunch of roadies up the N14... Going to have to choose better friends this year...
Spinnekop Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 Just , just cracked 2:20 and we finished on the track I miss the track. Super fast times! Underachiever, Wyatt Earp and StevieL 3
fabs Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 (edited) Question for folks who know about this stuff: I'm trying to crack 3hr on an mtb (just because.) ......... ?????? What is the best strategy to follow? I read somewhere to take the first 30k easy and then push it from there, but when you are trying to make a time, 'taking it easy' is not so easy. Got any (reasonable! and simple.) suggestions for me? Find a group that is not maxing me out and follow that as long as I can and then see how I feel? Seeded I goup. You not going to make it .... (just because.) Edited November 13, 2013 by fabs ManiaC100 1
davetapson Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 You not going to make it .... (just because.) I'll be fine mate. Just gonna hang off your pocket when you are not looking... fabs 1
W@nna-BE Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 According to the calculator the head of D should be around 2:44:00 I think but def a sub 3. D grouper's must be nice when they swallow me up from the back of C
Mondino Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 Lost a bit of track with this thread ... is there still any options to improve ones seeding this late? Back in GG and a bit worried being out so late in the heat ... Any tips will help ... and above board of course
StevieL Posted November 13, 2013 Author Posted November 13, 2013 Windguru's prediction for Sunday.Could get a bit blustery for the later okes... Pusher 1
Hacc Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 (edited) Lost a bit of track with this thread ... is there still any options to improve ones seeding this late? Back in GG and a bit worried being out so late in the heat ... Any tips will help ... and above board of course When you go to pick up your number go to the reseeding desk. They will reseed you as long as you have done seeding races in the past year. Any other ladies in group I? Edited November 13, 2013 by Hacc
Cyclewizz Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 Lost a bit of track with this thread ... is there still any options to improve ones seeding this late? Back in GG and a bit worried being out so late in the heat ... Any tips will help ... and above board of course You can get reseeded at number collection, I just hope you like standing in a queue.Best you take somebody with that can bring you breakfast / lunch, etc.
OneMac Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 Why is there no group specially for Masters?
fabs Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 Windguru's prediction for Sunday.Could get a bit blustery for the later okes... Yay, i'm going to be cycling in the hottest and windiest part of the day bye, bye sub 3
davetapson Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 Yay, i'm going to be cycling in the hottest and windiest part of the day bye, bye sub 3 Oi - you've got a commitment!!
Speed Racer Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 Yip. But riding with my sister who should do a sub 3 as well. I am seeded F but dropping back to G with her. Hope her legs will have a good day. If she has a good day we will crack 3 hours no problem. Cool. Mind if I tag along?
Bateleur1 Posted November 13, 2013 Posted November 13, 2013 Cool. Mind if I tag along? No problem. Keep an eye open for the light blue TCS kit.
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