Granted, I was slow and no elevation. Overcast, 40°-50°F, were perfect conditions to allow me to need only 3 bottles of fluid. A couple protein bars, 5 gel block sleeves, and 2 small peanut butter packets were all I packed and hoped there would be a general store en route, but none open this time of year. I broke my hip and collar bone in the past 2 years in freak bike accidents, so this was my way to get back on the horse and not give in. Bike: Open U.P. Di2, Schwalbe G one allround 42s. Highly recommend any of this very well maintained 86 mile trail in WV for a gravel century – or more for you youngsters.
by HelpReal5236
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As someone aspires to be in this exact position one day, congrats to you. Helluva achievement.
Great achievement, especially solo. That’s the great thing about cycling, it is very aging friendly. I’m only a few years behind you but the bike always makes me feel young.
Great job, hope it was fun. Edit: why do those tires look smaller then 42s?
56’ of elevation change over 100 miles is quite impressive (the lack there of)
Hell yeah! 🤘
Wow congrats bud!
Amazing! Good for you!!
Congratulations on the brilliant accomplishment!
Hell yeah brother. I admire your low sweat rate to only need 3 bottles, anything > 3 hours for me that I’m not planning a stop during is hydration pack territory
Great job. I especially like the last photo!
That is very impressive! Congratulations on the amazing accomplishment!
That’s super inspiring. I hope I’m doing that at your age. Go get it mate!
Amazing. Kudos to you.
Nice!