I have been biking for a couple of years now so I am still a newbie. I typically ride 15-25 miles at a time. I would like to try some longer rides now that the weather is nice. But how do you stay hydrated on those 80 mile rides? Can you carry that much on your bike? As a rule of thumb, how much water should one plan for on a long ride?
Announcement
Collapse
No announcement yet.
Hydration Question
Collapse
X
-
Hydration Question
"There is no creature more arrogant than a self-righteous libertarian on the web, am I right? Those folks are just intolerable."
"It's no secret that the great American pastime is no longer baseball. Now it's sanctimony." -- Guy Periwinkle, The Nix.
"Juilliardk N I ibuprofen Hyu I U unhurt u" - creeksterTags: None
-
Originally posted by Jeff Lebowski View PostI have been biking for a couple of years now so I am still a newbie. I typically ride 15-25 miles at a time. I would like to try some longer rides now that the weather is nice. But how do you stay hydrated on those 80 mile rides? Can you carry that much on your bike? As a rule of thumb, how much water should one plan for on a long ride?
We also have Camelbaks but I don't like the weight as much on my back, so I'll use that only if there isn't a place to re-tank along the way.
-
Originally posted by Jeff Lebowski View PostI have been biking for a couple of years now so I am still a newbie. I typically ride 15-25 miles at a time. I would like to try some longer rides now that the weather is nice. But how do you stay hydrated on those 80 mile rides? Can you carry that much on your bike? As a rule of thumb, how much water should one plan for on a long ride?
Comment
-
I also plan my long rides around a gas station or grocery store. Unless you are going really rural, you should be able to find one every 20-30 miles anyplace you will ride.
Last weekend I did almost 50 miles and could have planned to stop off and refill at a forest service sub-station, but didn't feel like stopping. I had 2 large bottles on the bike and took another smaller one in my jersey pocket. It was about right for a hard 2 1/2 hour ride in mild temps.
I wouldn't plan on doing more than 50 miles without a water stop. I dont sweat much, but that is about my limit.
I don't like to use my camelback except while on the mountain bike. Its just not very comfortable on the road while in an aero position.
Comment
-
What if you are biking by yourself? What do you do with your bike when you enter a gas station?"There is no creature more arrogant than a self-righteous libertarian on the web, am I right? Those folks are just intolerable."
"It's no secret that the great American pastime is no longer baseball. Now it's sanctimony." -- Guy Periwinkle, The Nix.
"Juilliardk N I ibuprofen Hyu I U unhurt u" - creekster
Comment
-
Originally posted by Jeff Lebowski View PostWhat if you are biking by yourself? What do you do with your bike when you enter a gas station?
Comment
-
Originally posted by RC Vikings View PostI just lean it up against the window and have never had a problem. Of course I'm out in the middle of Idaho when I stop and the last thing these people want is a bike. If it was a four wheeler I might worry about it. Be careful walking around on those slick floors in your cleats. Last year I took a tumble.
I would echo the commetns here about stopping for water or gatorade. There are almost always plenty of places to do it. I also just lean my bike agains the glass, but you do need to be alittel careful. I wouldnt be too shy about taking it inside, if I was really worried.PLesa excuse the tpyos.
Comment
-
I agree with what others have said. I take 1 bottle of gatorade and 1 of water and try to take a couple of swigs about every 5 miles. Refill after 30-40 miles. I also take a gel and a Clif bar to keep my energy up. I sweat a lot, and toward the end of a longer ride, my stomach is waterlogged but I still feel dehydrated. I guess I haven't mastered the art yet.
As far as doing a solo ride and leaving the bike outside... about the best you can do is try to keep an eye on it or ask the clerk or someone else in the store to keep an eye on it while you make a purchase or run to the men's room.
Comment
-
Originally posted by creekster View Postwhat pedal system do you use? I use speedplays and find that the 'cafe covers' are a worthwhile investment.
Comment
-
Originally posted by RC Vikings View PostLook Keo's. I tried speedplays one time and I just got the feeling I didn't have enough of a base with those if that makes sense. The floor had water on it and I went down hard. It was pretty embarrassing.PLesa excuse the tpyos.
Comment
Comment