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FJR Rides and Gatherings
Long Distance Riding/Iron Butt Rally
Advice on my first SaddleSore 1000
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<blockquote data-quote="Wee Willy" data-source="post: 603037" data-attributes="member: 17731"><p>+1.</p><p></p><ul> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Boredom makes long distances mentally draining and that can become dangerous. Don't ride back the way you came if you can help it.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Stay away from long stints on twisties or 2-lane county-type roads as your average speed will fall. You'll end up in the saddle longer than you would otherwise.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Make some simple rules about how often to take a breather and stick with 'em.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">It's better to gas up earlier than later if you're unsure about where your next station might be.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">Long distance riding can be more risky to the rider than short trips for a number of reasons. This is especially true for riders new to the long distance game. Some build-up rides can help prepare. i.e., 2 x 300 mi then 1 x 600 mi, then go for it. If you're already seasoned then just be aware that you'll be at some additional risk and up your caution accordingly.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">If you begin to get tired, find a safe place & take a rest. Don't just sit...get up & around. Get the blood flowing. I'll do a brisk walk for 5-10 minutes. Busy yourself mentally to get the noggin back in gear.</li> <li data-xf-list-type="ul">The IBA website has a number of tips like this that you can review as well. <a href="https://www.ironbutt.com/tech/aowprintout.cfm" target="_blank">Clicky.</a><br /> </li> </ul><p>Good luck, be careful and have fun.</p><p>Cheers,</p><p></p><p>W2</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Wee Willy, post: 603037, member: 17731"] +1. [LIST][*]Boredom makes long distances mentally draining and that can become dangerous. Don't ride back the way you came if you can help it. [*]Stay away from long stints on twisties or 2-lane county-type roads as your average speed will fall. You'll end up in the saddle longer than you would otherwise. [*]Make some simple rules about how often to take a breather and stick with 'em. [*]It's better to gas up earlier than later if you're unsure about where your next station might be. [*]Long distance riding can be more risky to the rider than short trips for a number of reasons. This is especially true for riders new to the long distance game. Some build-up rides can help prepare. i.e., 2 x 300 mi then 1 x 600 mi, then go for it. If you're already seasoned then just be aware that you'll be at some additional risk and up your caution accordingly. [*]If you begin to get tired, find a safe place & take a rest. Don't just sit...get up & around. Get the blood flowing. I'll do a brisk walk for 5-10 minutes. Busy yourself mentally to get the noggin back in gear. [*]The IBA website has a number of tips like this that you can review as well. [URL="https://www.ironbutt.com/tech/aowprintout.cfm"]Clicky.[/URL] [/LIST] Good luck, be careful and have fun. Cheers, W2 [/QUOTE]
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Long Distance Riding/Iron Butt Rally
Advice on my first SaddleSore 1000
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