Long Rides
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From: Ocala, FL
RE: Long Rides
On long runs of 500 miles or more I never stop. I have a vast network of friends, so wherever I am I call one and have them meet me on the road with a can of gas. I can fuel up going down the road and never have to stop. Occasionally I will have them bring me a bologna sammich also.
Cruiser
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RE: Long Rides
I stop every couple of hours. \\; During the summer months, staying hydrated (with water) is very important. \\; If I know of a long trip (>\\; 1000 miles), I'll try to do at least 65% of it the first day....leave early. \\; By the second day, the mind and body are not at peak performance and the risk grows. \\; The first goal is to arrive safe and not be stressed over the time taken.
Road Warrior
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From: General Sherman's Christmas Location 1864
RE: Long Rides
Sometimes I go the a full tank of gas, sometimes I go 30 miles.
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average is around 80-100 miles or 1 1/2-2 hrs. Can't comment of highway cruzing...do not do that that long
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average is around 80-100 miles or 1 1/2-2 hrs. Can't comment of highway cruzing...do not do that that long
Tourer
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From: Antioch, CA
RE: Long Rides
ORIGINAL: drfeelgood
I base it more on time riding than miles traveled due to different speed limits, road conditions, etc. \\;\\\\\\;\\\\\\\\\\\\\\; Usually stop every 1.5-2 hours.
I base it more on time riding than miles traveled due to different speed limits, road conditions, etc. \\;\\\\\\;\\\\\\\\\\\\\\; Usually stop every 1.5-2 hours.
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Cruiser
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From: Central Louisiana
RE: Long Rides
Rode 852 miles on the last day of trip a couple weeks ago. Stopped every 1 to 2 hours to stretch, drink water and get gas. Never could ride that far on my 2001 GoldWing.
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RE: Long Rides
You need gas at 120-150 so your on the money. \\; Always good to stretch the legs, hydrate you and bike and hit it again. Ride safe.
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