DIPSLICK Posted February 24, 2015 Author Posted February 24, 2015 I always say rather have it than want/need it
jcza Posted February 24, 2015 Posted February 24, 2015 On 2/24/2015 at 5:28 AM, Hackster said: A noob's question about food and drink on this ride. I've heard the refreshment stops are awesome - so does this mean you can get by carrying less food and drink with you? Put another way, what's the minimum amount of liquid/food you should have with you on the bike? 1 x bottle. Then again I only have one cage so everything is 1 x bottle
Mike Bike Posted February 24, 2015 Posted February 24, 2015 On 2/24/2015 at 6:14 PM, jcza said: 1 x bottle. Then again I only have one cage so everything is 1 x bottle snap, one bottle is plenty..water points every 30 or 40 Kms
milky4130 Posted February 24, 2015 Posted February 24, 2015 Don't gamble with nutrition by the time you feel thirsty or hungry it's too late. Damage has been done.
LouisF17 Posted February 24, 2015 Posted February 24, 2015 Too many variables. Heat, humidity, fitness, pace, etc. Rather take too much than too little. I will ride with 2 bottles and something to eat if I feel hungry. Eat something at the waterpoints and refill bottles. Recovery drink at the finish is very important.
DIPSLICK Posted February 24, 2015 Author Posted February 24, 2015 On 2/24/2015 at 6:14 PM, jcza said: 1 x bottle. Then again I only have one cage so everything is 1 x bottleDon't let him fool you he also takes a tube of chamois cream for the half way mark
Wyatt Earp Posted February 24, 2015 Posted February 24, 2015 On 2/24/2015 at 5:28 AM, Hackster said: A noob's question about food and drink on this ride. I've heard the refreshment stops are awesome - so does this mean you can get by carrying less food and drink with you? Put another way, what's the minimum amount of liquid/food you should have with you on the bike?Take two bottles.One containing your supplement of choice and the other water.You will crave water at times. Pack some Safari fruit squares , the sugar coated ones and keep them for a snack in between feed zones when you feel low or hungry.Take a gel ,but purely as an emegency band aid when you are feeling super low with around 25 k's to the end of the stage. Don't go ballistic on carbs ,try and consume as little carbohydrates as possible and be sure to have a high protein bar with you to help metabolise the carbs you need.Drink when thirsty and then take an extra sip.If you can't pee an hour after each stage, you are dehydrated. What you should be more concerned about is the ability to ride well within yourself and your limits .That will take you very far .
jcza Posted February 25, 2015 Posted February 25, 2015 On 2/24/2015 at 7:37 PM, DIPSLICK said: Don't let him fool you he also takes a tube of chamois cream for the half way markReading the BS advice in here you may well be better off eating chamois cream.....hahaha.
nonky Posted February 25, 2015 Posted February 25, 2015 Is anyone riding the BIELIE MIELIE FIETS on 14 March?
Wyatt Earp Posted February 25, 2015 Posted February 25, 2015 On 2/25/2015 at 5:37 AM, jcza said: Reading the BS advice in here you may well be better off eating chamois cream.....hahaha.Good advice for a one bottle pro in the mid pack .
Mikesa9 Posted February 25, 2015 Posted February 25, 2015 On 2/25/2015 at 6:40 AM, nonky said: Is anyone riding the BIELIE MIELIE FIETS on 14 March?Yep. Don't know what to expect though...
ChUkKy Posted February 25, 2015 Posted February 25, 2015 I would love to do this again... But the cost is getting ridiculous. Anyone that's feeling super generous and wants to donate a solo entry to me, don't hesitate to contact me. I will make good use of it.
jcza Posted February 25, 2015 Posted February 25, 2015 On 2/25/2015 at 6:55 AM, Wyatt Earp said: Good advice for a one bottle pro in the mid pack .Stick to what works for you ouboet, us hackers have day jobs and race for fun.
Wyatt Earp Posted February 25, 2015 Posted February 25, 2015 On 2/25/2015 at 7:21 PM, jcza said: Stick to what works for you ouboet, us hackers have day jobs and race for fun.That's good advice, you should absorb it .
nonky Posted March 2, 2015 Posted March 2, 2015 BUMP: Is anyone riding the BIELIE MIELIE FIETS on 14 March? entered the 115km while brave / intoxicated...not so sure anymore [edited]
Skubarra Posted March 2, 2015 Posted March 2, 2015 On 3/2/2015 at 11:09 AM, nonky said: entered the 11km while brave / intoxicated...not so sure anymore I agree, one of the longer distances would have been much better prep for the joberg2c
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