Some pictures from a 500+ mile trip I did a couple weeks ago. I guess this would be considered bike "touring", But there was enough chunky gravel and dirt roads that I feel like I can post in this sub haha. Did the TransVirginia valley route through the beautiful mountains and valleys of Virginia. Rented a car and drove 7 hours south from Maryland to Damascus in the bottom corner of the state, and then rode home. I honestly didn't think I could do it. I almost called the whole thing off cuz I wasn't sure I could do that much elevation gain. About 30,000 ft total, between 3,000 and 5,000 ft daily. The first couple days were tough but after that my legs just kept getting stronger. Lots of fat, carbs, and protein. Probably spent $100 on protein bars haha. I just kept feeding my legs and drowning them in water and electrolytes and they kept going. Just figured I'd share here to maybe inspire somebody to just get out there and give it a shot even if you think you can't do it.
by chesapeake_bryan
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Amazing setup!