First gravel bike race training tips [beginner]

First gravel bike race training tips [beginner] : r/gravelcycling - Reddit

2-3 strength training, 2-3 cardio sessions and yoga every week. For cardio I do about 10miles on stationary bike, long hikes/backpacking and skiing.

Things I Wish I Knew About Training Before My First Gravel Race

The two basic principles are: go long and go hard, but not at the same time. Meaning, that there are two types of bike workouts that you should ...

A beginner's guide to gravel racing - Precision Hydration

Gravel riding newbie Dr Bryce Dyer explores the kit, training, hydration, fueling and the events that will help you transition to gravelin'...

Top 5 Tips To Help You Prepare For Your Very First Gravel Bike Race

If you're looking to enter your first gravel bike race or event, a good rule of thumb is to give yourself at least 2-3 months of training time.

The beginner's guide to racing gravel - Trek Blog

Building endurance takes time, so, if possible, start training a couple of months before you plan to race. 2. Change of scenery. Life can get ...

Ride Training for Gravel - Gravel Biking Guide - Bicycling magazine

In the early stages, expect to spend about six to eight hours on your bike each week. As the training ramps up, you're looking at a few weeks of eight to 10 ...

How to Prepare for Your First Gravel Race - Velo

Riding Your First Gravel Race? We Have All The Training Tips For You · Course selection, intervals and more: A how-to guide to getting ready for ...

First gravel race this weekend - how should I ride this week - Training

That doesn't mean you can't ride at all, but limit it to a couple short rides with a little intensity mixed it. My suggestion would be to do a ...

Gravel Training - FasCat Coaching

1. Base Training with Sweet Spot. I've analyzed thousands of gravel race files and they are essentially how long the athlete can hold sweet spot ...

Gravel biking: the ultimate guide for beginners | STYRKR

Riding style: there's a gravel bike for all riding styles; find one that suits your unique style (relaxed, aggressive, etc.). · Expectations: are ...

A Beginner's Guide to Gravel Racing - Fast Talk Laboratories

To simulate a mass-start, elbow-bumping situation, practice riding close with other (consenting) riders out on group rides. Ride side by side, front and rear.

Advice for a newbie, please! Facing my first 100 mi. gravel grinder ...

I've made up an 18-week training 'plan' that gradually increases my weekly long ride to 85 miles (three weeks before the race...then tapers). This plan includes ...

How to Prepare for Your First Gravel Event - Achieve PTC

Equipment. Let's start with equipment. Choosing the right bike, tires and gearing can make the difference between a fun day in the saddle or ...

6 Tips For Your First Gravel Race | Learn From My Mistakes!

Are you interested in taking part in your first gravel race or you have already signed up for one? Well Nicholas recently took part in his ...

Training and Preparing for Your First Gravel Race

Train on Mixed Surfaces · Develop Bike Handling Skills · Develop a Nutrition Plan · Saddle Time · Gear Selection and Bike Fit · Create a Plan, ...

Gravel Training: Workouts and Tips on Training for Gravel Races

Volume in training is an important aspect of any solid cycling plan, but it is especially crucial in gravel racing, where 100+ mile races are the norm. A week ...

A Guide To Your First Gravel Race - Move Up Endurance Coaching

Many races start early in the morning, and you won't want to waste time hunting for your lucky socks or zip-tying your race number to your bike.

Your 12-Week Gravel Training Plan to Crush Your First Race

Whether you have 50 or 75 miles on your schedule, this plan—plus expert tips—will get you there. ... Gravel racing is a perfect entry to cycling ...

Gravel Racing & Training Tips - EVOQ.BIKE

You want to have a general sense of where you are headed before the race starts. Are you going clockwise or counterclockwise? Does the map loop over itself at ...

How to prepare for your first gravel race - kit, bike setup and training

If there are a good number of technical or steep descents, lifting up the bars will help you ride in the drops for extra control without giving ...