How fit should I be?

Above all we want you to enjoy your holiday, so we will advise you when you contact us to make a booking.
There will always be ranges of ability and we offset these by staggered starts in the morning, occasional 'lifts' in the support vehicles and regrouping at coffee and lunch breaks. Sometimes we ask strong riders to 'ease up' so that we can maintain overall support. Individuals who fall significantly behind must join the support vehicle when asked - this ensures safety and support for the whole group.

A GUIDE TO FITNESS LEVELS

5 star events are for good road cyclists, fit triathletes and distance riders. If you are regularly riding Audax and Sportive events throughout the Summer this is for you. You should be able to cover 100 miles of rolling countryside in around 6.5 hours.

4 star events are for fit cyclists. Ideally you should be riding Audax and Sportive events, club runs or other rides of 80 miles and over at least once a fortnight. You should be able to cover 100 miles of rolling countryside in around 7.5 hours.

3 star events are for keen cyclists who would like a challenge. The rides demand a good level of fitness but the pace is easier. You should be able to cover 70 miles of rolling countryside in about 6 hours. You should be able to ride 100 miles comfortably.

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These star definitions are for guidance only and we advise you to seek advice from a qualified medical practitioner if you have any doubts or concerns about your health or fitness. We can give you general advice on training when you contact us to book.

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