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RE: First Ironbutt
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I've done several iron butt rides. 1000 miles in 24 hours is actually pretty easy if you stay hydrated and follow the recommendations in the link below. I usually set a pace of 70 mph max for 100 miles followed by a quick 10 minute bathroom, snack and stretch stop, repeat. I never eat big meals during the ride that could cause post meal drowsiness or the sudden need to make a "unexpected bathroom stop". I keep diluted sports drinks on the bike so that I can sip on them as I ride. A Scala or Sena Bluetooth system that allows you to talk to friends on the phone or listen to music REALLY helps a lot!
I'd also recommend a couple of 500-750 mile days as minor annoyances in the seat, windshield, handlebars or hips can become a major PITA after 750 miles. Get all the bike ergonomics sorted beforehand.

http://www.ironbutt.com/tech/aowprintout.cfm


06-02-2015, 11:10 PM
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First Ironbutt - by username_imp - 06-02-2015, 10:17 PM
RE: First Ironbutt - by EmptySea_imp - 06-02-2015, 10:28 PM
First Ironbutt - by Cormanus - 06-02-2015, 10:36 PM
RE: First Ironbutt - by EGAlvarez_imp - 06-02-2015, 11:10 PM
RE: First Ironbutt - by Django - 06-02-2015, 11:28 PM
RE: First Ironbutt - by username_imp - 06-02-2015, 11:29 PM
RE: First Ironbutt - by drodg_imp - 06-03-2015, 12:16 AM
RE: First Ironbutt - by username_imp - 06-03-2015, 02:01 AM
RE: First Ironbutt - by DJS_imp - 06-03-2015, 03:53 AM

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