Iāve signed up for the 130km. Need to get the miles in. ā lots of Z2 for training.
Iām not sure what to do for a bike.
Options at the moment are 26ā³ rigid Inbred and maybe put some faster tyres on it, or embrace the comfort & use my Stumpjumper FSR (again 26ā³).
Iāve been harping on about getting a gravel bike for ages now, so perhaps I should just bite the bullet, although I think the Inbred gearing will suit my lack of ability to get up hills & Iāll probably appreciate it towards the end of the ride.
Whatās the deal with switching distance? If I feel OK on the day, can I just keep going on the 200km route, rather than the 130km? Iāve done that a couple of times on sportives without issue, but wondered if this is a bit different due to the remote location & the need to keep tabs on everyone, for safety.