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Old 07-25-2008, 01:38 PM
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I was wondering how often people stop when making really long rides. I had to do a 750 mile/one-day run last week from South Carolina to Missouri. The first 200 miles were fine, but after that I found that I needed to stop about every 100 miles or so. No matter how I sit my knees get to aching after a bit, and I just have to get off a walk for a couple of minutes. Also, I knew that I had to make the whole run, so I didn't want to wear myself out too quickly.
 
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I usually stop just for gas if I need to be somewhere by a certain time. But I don't hesitate to stop if I feel I need a break. Better to be safe than sorry. Some days I can go longer some I can't. A lot of variables, enough sleep, weather, how much water you're drinking, etc.
 
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Old 07-25-2008, 01:43 PM
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100 mile is about it for me also.&nbsp\\;
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I drink a lot of water when riding, and I have about a 100 mile bladder.
 
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i stop at about 150 miles for a 15 minute break-ride safe
 
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Old 07-25-2008, 02:57 PM
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I need gas every 200 miles but Richmond, Va to Sturgis last year 3 days in a row of 750 min. it was good riding stayed 3 days and went home in 3 days
 
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I stop about every 100&nbsp\\;miles.&nbsp\\;&nbsp\\;
 
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I was wondering how often people stop when making really long rides. I had to do a 750 mile/one-day run last week from South Carolina to Missouri. The first 200 miles were fine, but after that I found that I needed to stop about every 100 miles or so. No matter how I sit my knees get to aching after a bit, and I just have to get off a walk for a couple of minutes. Also, I knew that I had to make the whole run, so I didn't want to wear myself out too quickly.
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Only YOU know what is good for you.&nbsp\\; 750 mile/day you have my respect.
 
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Take non drowsey type painkillers at 200 miles.
 
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I normally ride for atleast 150 and stop for 15 min.
 
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When trying to make milage, usually just stop when I need gas, about 200 miles. Toward the end of the day it does get a little harder though.
 


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