Recommended litterature for training & advice?

[Maverick777]

Hi All,

I am doing a 77 mile charity ride in April and have been out cycling (weather permitting) and when that has happened have used a cycle machine. I want to up my game and would like advice please? In addition can you recommend any books please.

Thanks

[Vorpal]

The best thing to do is just ride your bike everywhere that you can. Commute, do the shopping, run errands, etc. There's an older thread answering a similar question with some links to training guides and things....

viewtopic.php?f=7&t=47160

enjoy the cycling!

[hamster]

Have a look at Fitness Cycling by Carmichael and Burke for training plan suggestions and perhaps Long Distance Cycling by Burke and Pavelka.

There is nothing like riding outside on a real bike - stationary trainers do not improve your bike handling, hazard perception nor do they help you optimise bike fit and comfort. I may be in a minority of one, but sold my stationary trainer as I realised I preferred to ride in the rain than stare at a wall.

[Maverick777]

Thanks.