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There are challenges like this on Strava all the time. I did the Castelli's Battaglia in Montagna challenge last year where I rode 1,022k (635 miles) in 14 days.

Wear Under Armor/Nike Combat type brand base layer (under your clothing or as your top, etc.) I've always used this regardless of the temperature (and it gets extremely hot & humid here) if I am running or cycling and never had an issue.

The term "vegan" is beginning to become stereotyped like saying you’re “atheist.” My diet is plant-based due to health reasons (i.e. I never processed meat and dairy very well) and I find it allows me to recover better with weekly high miles in cycling & running. So it’s been a long process since 2006 migrating to the diet…

Welcome aboard. I'm always interested in sharing with newcomers and vets. Especially those who are active in cycling and running (although I place diet higher in the ranking).

I think classifying a “gateway” miles or race length for “who belongs” here would be misappropriate judging. I’m currently running about 45 miles a week (on top of 100 miles of cycling). I plan to increase my running miles to 70 per week by November (my first planned 50-miler). To say I can’t learn something from someone…

WTF? I've never heard of these, nor do I think the average cyclist would need such a thing. Certainly not worth the money IMO.

In south Louisiana, we get more rain (over 70 inches per year) than most places in the U.S.A. If you are serious in your training/hobby, you’ll have to eventually face dealing with it. I run and bike in the rain, cold, heat, wind, sleet, fog, even hurricanes! It doesn't bother me very much, you just have to dress the part…

Buddy of mine has a Warbird, great bike and brand. Back in the day I had a Caballero FS mtb. I think the Warbird's a good mix-up for roads (smooth & rough) and gravel. Sort of like an ATV, but Roubaixish on the skinny.

See Rule #18! I used to wear baggy when I rode MTB. No matter what quality slim-fit baggy shorts you find, you'll eventually snag them on your saddle. Now days I wear lycra (bibs specifically) for all types riding.

The 12g cartridges work in it also (they will fit a bit loose though).

I use something similar to this: http://genuineinnovations.itwgbx.com/products/inflators/proflate-co2-tire-inflator/ which fits easily in my saddle bag. My mini-pump is this one: http://cart.crankbrothers.com/tools-pumps/power-pump-1/sterling-sg.html which slides into my jersey pocket. I mostly use the pump to get started…

To tell the truth, I haven't ridden it off-road yet. I recently traded my Scott Scale 29er for it. I don't ride MTB nearly as much as I once did. Gravel grinding is my go-to poison these days (thus the new Giant TCX). Congrats on the upcoming new Walt. I was wondering if anyone would pick up on that. I heard he had a kid a…

This. I use the term "vegan" as it's easier understood. I do try to avoid animal products as much as possible. My choice is primary dietary also. And to say I am going to throw away my Doc Marten combat boots I've had for nearly 15 years, just not going to happen. Plant-based, plant-strong, etc. seems to be growing trend.

I currently have 5— Road: Bianchi 928 MTB: Niner EMD (single-speed convert) Urban: Waltworks (custom steel) Fixie: Junk brand I found and rebuilt CX/Road: Giant TCX SLR I’m actually going pick-up the Giant on Friday!

Yeah, I pretty much was reflecting on this to a buddy--same as your and DCRainmaker's review, close enough for me as well. If you stare at the W/kg too long you won't know what number to take as gospel. However, I did an all-day solo ride back in January and kept my W/kg in the low 2.25-2.5 range all day matching a Z2 HR,…

https://vimeo.com/90497964 Footage I shot last Sunday with a GoPro Black 3+. I used the vented helmet mount. I set mine up slightly front of center and seemed to be a good perspective. However, I contest to TheBigYin's sentiment with feeling like blok riding down the road with this antenna on my head (ironically no driver…

I use both, CO2 inflators and a mini-pump. I tend to ride longer than short, so I always carry 2 tubes, 2 CO2s and a pump. Avoid the CO2 "chucks" and get something like the Genuine Innovations type where the CO2 slides into it and you can lock it shut for reuse later (only good so long). I picked up a CaneCreek mini dual…

...you've become a expert on banana lifespan and development.

<--- 70ish in the swamp.

Great thread. I'm training for a 50-miler. I hope the OP will come back and share their race report.

I’ve used Vega products but find them to be expensive (I do use their Electrolyte mix). My go to meal after a long run or cycling is a smoothie. Mix-match whatever you want/need. My typical is 4-7 bananas, scoop of PlantFusion protein, almond or coconut milk. Sometimes I’ll add fresh ground peanut/almond butter. I’d also…

My cycling buddies ask me that all the time--of course I have more bikes than running shoes. To OP: Long-distance cycling is my first love, but I'm adding ultrarunning to the mix this year. Feel free to add me, looking to intermix with other runners and cyclists to discuss training and diet.

No potatoes, I eat miles like you eat cookies.

Yes, I used those films for more general popularity examples. I agree to there are too “many variables” to give fair comparison. As I stated previously, a well-balanced diet is a step in the right direction--and if a person is generally just trying to get into better shape this is fine enough. High-mileage athletes like…

Since you had "whey protein and Hershey's chocolate syrup" for breakfast can't say I am surprised either...

I partially disagree with your last statement. I’m not sure how much scientific evidence you (and/or others) might need--The China Study or documentaries like Morgan Spurlock’s “Super Size Me” is enough for me to know eating a certain way is detrimental to your health. Personally I came to my present diet (not by the…

Ok, I'll give that a shot and report back. Or better yet, perhaps I'll consume bacon only on my next 200-mile ride and see if I'll increase my Functional Threshold Power (FTP) above 275 watts.

Ok, so we're ominvores. Find me one who logged 10,000 cycling miles for 2013 with detailed lab/blood work and let's compare scientific data.

Any successful high-mileage training planning program will be rooted on recovery. The obvious recovery is rest after long miles and/or tough workouts; however, there is much more emphasis on the stress of the body with regards to diet. Here’s a short video of Brendan touching on cortisol (he goes into much greater detail…

I'd agree to that. I like Durianrider, but you have to read between the lines with a lot of his stuff (and Freelee also). He'd be better off exposing a balanced diet then preaching [just] 30-bananas a day, etc. I get the shock factor, but it seems to do more harm than good.