7 Tips to Prep for Long Day Rides! by Irene Yam

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7 Tips to Prep for Long Day Rides!

Published on Nov 18, 2015

Aids LifeCycle Ride, How-to Pack for long training rides!

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7 Tips for Long Training Rides

Prepping for the AIDS Lifecycle Ride

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Chammy up!

Apply chamois butter!

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pack Nutrition

Base nutrition intake on time not on mile markers!

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Lip Balm

Chapped lips aren't fun to kiss!

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Sunscreen

It's hot out there, apply sunscreen during the ride!

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electrolytes

16 to 32 oz. of fluids PLUS 30 to 60 grams of carbs PER HOUR

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Stretching

Prevent injuries (even during the rides)

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Pack 2 Bike Tubes

Getting stuck out there sucks!

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Thank you for Riding!

You are awesome riders!

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Ride to End Aids

http://www.aidslifecycle.org/