Preparing for the Event

Getting yourself and your equipment into good shape before the event will help ensure maximum enjoyment of the challenge. We want you back next year!

Getting Started

• Ensure your bike is in good working order
• Check your position is correct & comfortable

• Choose the correct clothing for riding your bike
• Make sure you can be seen
• Always wear a lid (helmet)

Before You  Set Off For A Ride

• Bike check – tyres, brakes & lubrication

• Check weather forecast

• Tell someone your route and estimated return time

• What to carry – spare tube, chain tool, multi tool, pump

• Always take plenty of fluids & food

• Mobile phone is a must

Training routine.

In brief

• You should build your riding distances regularly  &  gradually

• Always drink plenty of fluids when riding – one litre per hour minimum

• Listen to your body – it will tell you a lot about how you are riding

• Check out training schedules  etc. to suite your needs.

• Team up with a friend of similar ability – you will find each others motivation a help .

• A structured training schedule  is valuable to work with.

• Start now with a training diary  - Date – Distance – Time – Route – Weather – Level/intensity

For any further help with your training you can contact event organiser Eddie Blayney, who is a qualified level 2 British Cycling club coach, by e-mail to: advice@rhonddacyclechallenge.co.uk