How fit do I have to be to do a sportive?

wjputt · 2012-08-28T21:31:59+01:00

I have about 800 kms under my belt from cycling in July & August. I am doing a night ride from Manchester to Blackpool for the British Heart Foundation on 29/30 September - 52 miles. I spotted the sportive for the Stoke on Trent stage of the Tour of Britain on 23 September and I am tempted but am I fit enough. I'd do the 100 km one. All thoughts & ideas gratefully received.

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August 28, 2012 at 9:31 pm #16691

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I have about 800 kms under my belt from cycling in July & August. I am doing a night ride from Manchester to Blackpool for the British Heart Foundation on 29/30 September – 52 miles. I spotted the sportive for the Stoke on Trent stage of the Tour of Britain on 23 September and I am tempted but am I fit enough. I’d do the 100 km one. All thoughts & ideas gratefully received.
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August 28, 2012 at 10:20 pm #697393
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I generally work on an 80%
I generally work on an 80% rule. If you can ride 80% of the distance then you will be fine. But it is not so much the distance, it is the pace that could be a problem. Meaning that you need to set a reasonable pace for you and not be drawn into mini races. The route does not seem too hilly; just enter and take it easy(ish). What is the worst that can happen?
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