Mtnracer

I’m currently training for the High Cascades 100 mountain bike race. I’ve been putting in some longer rides on the weekends. However, it will be difficult to judge how exactly I am supposed to prepare for 9-14 hours of singletrack suffering enjoyment.

One method I have been utilizing, though, is that of adequate rest between long rides. It has been noted that your muscles generally take 36 hours to fully recover from a depleting workout. So, I’ve been giving it about 48 hours between rides to make sure that I am adequately rested, then I go for serious endurance length. We’ll see in three weeks if this method works, or not for me.

I’m also debating whether I should ride my Santa Cruz Superlight or my Ibis Alibi hardtail, during the event. While my Santa Cruz will be more comfortable, it may not offer the performance and lightweight activity that I appreciate from my Ibis. However, riding an unknown course that may be full of rough terrain, I may get sore as a money’s uncle if I spend 12 hours or so on a hardtail. If I make no changes, I will probably be sticking with the Superlight. But, we’ll see how it handles a few more weeks of training before I make the commitment.

Any tips are more than welcome. Let me know if you plan on attending, and I’ll look out for you. Hasta el fuego!

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