Analyzing 100,000 km of Riding Far
I analyze 7 years of cycling data, looking at the total distance per year and month, longest and hilliest rides, and how much of the world I’ve covered.
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Gear Ratios for Bikepacking & Ultra-Distance Cycling
Advice on choosing gear ratios for long-distance cycling by combining the rider’s sustainable power and preferred cadence with route information.
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Environmental Effects on Cycling Speed: Wind, Elevation & Air Temperature
Exactly how much of an effect wind speed, wind direction, elevation and air temperature each has on the speed of typical long-distance cyclists is analyzed.
Read more →Sleeping Strategies & Equipment for Bikepacking Races
A variety of sleeping strategies and sleeping equipment are presented that people in bikepacking races use to get some efficient rest.
Read more →Schedule & Goals in Bikepacking Races
Having a planned schedule & updating it frequently helps ultra-distance cyclists stay focused, motivated & assess their rate of progress towards the finish.
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Comfortable & Versatile Bike Clothing
Having comfortable clothing is essential for long-distance cylcing. Bikepackers cannot carry much extra clothing, so every item must be chosen wisely.
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Route Planning for Bikepacking Races
How to use information from multiple maps to decide which roads are preferable for cycling and how to plan an optimal route that visits specific checkpoints.
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Introduction & Summary of Factors that Determine Cycling Speed
Aerodynamics, weight, rolling resistance & mechanical resistance all determine cycling speed, but how much do each of these affect long-distance cyclists?
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