Matt L
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After as much advise as possible really with regards to training/organizing such trips.
Basically I plan to train to do the 3 peaks and cycling between them (not aiming to beat the record of 46hours or something daft) but I do want it to be challenging so I have set the provisional time limit of 4 days.
Aim is to do it around this time next year as I think that will give me plenty of time to plan/train for it.
So yeah any advice is much appreciated.
Cheers
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RichR
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Do some training, ride a bike and walk up some hills.
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MikeF86
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You'll need a support vehicle of some sort I'd say?
I did 3 peaks with no extra training, fairly fit 28 year old. Know your limits, learn about fuelling up, correct foods etc.
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RichR
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In all honesty with decent panniers and sensible packing, you'd do it without a support vehicle but it will make life easier; the less you have to carry the better not just for you but also for weight on the bike.
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Cole
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Jamie walby done lejog then 3 peaks on the way back a few yrs back but don't think he even comes on here anymore
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taylorboosh
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Ive did 3 peaks, its a bit gruelling
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Dr Pepper
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I completed Lejog solo and unsupported last year ... doing it again with mates next year. I planned it all myself so if you need to know anything from a bike touring, route planning perspective just pm me.
My daily diary is here
http://claridgecyclingtocurecancer.com/lejog-daily-diary/day-1-lands-end-to-john-o-groats/
Also I did an equipment write up also on my blog
http://claridgecyclingtocurecancer.com/lejog-equipment/
Good luck!
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Matt L
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quote:
Originally posted by Dr Pepper
I completed Lejog solo and unsupported last year ... doing it again with mates next year. I planned it all myself so if you need to know anything from a bike touring, route planning perspective just pm me.
My daily diary is here
http://claridgecyclingtocurecancer.com/lejog-daily-diary/day-1-lands-end-to-john-o-groats/
Also I did an equipment write up also on my blog
http://claridgecyclingtocurecancer.com/lejog-equipment/
Good luck!
Up to day 5 so far, sounded like it was good fun but very tough, no doubt i will be asking your help once I have finished reading and start planning.
Did you follow a specific training plan or just plain old time in the saddle training?
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Dr Pepper
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Most important thing is being able to sit on a bike for 6-8 hours every day for a fortnight. You don't need incredible cardio fitness - you just need to be bike fit and be mentally used to riding fatigued. Basic bike maintenance helps as does good road craft and handling on the bike.
Essentially you want to ride as hard and as often as possible with what ever training time you have .... But the most important thing is to cycle hard on back to back days to build up fatigue - that's what really conditions your body and more importantly your mind.
Hill reps are the number one thing to concentrate on. Don't have to be quick - just pick a big hill and cycle up and down it for as long as you can
[Edited on 25-05-2015 by Dr Pepper]
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