How do I prepare for my 1st long ride?

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jomesm

I've been cycling for 2 yrs now. I ride about 20-25 miles when I go out. I don't ride longer on account of 2 small kids. I'm riding my first 50 mile ride in May. It's a charity ride for MS. What the best routine to train for it? In the winter, I ride a stationary bike in the gym. Is that a good method for training?

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A charity ride should be fun. There will be food and drink stop/s on the way make use of them. Don't get caught up chasing the leaders.Take your time and socialise.

Any time on any sort of bike will help. The more time you put in the better you will go. For a 50 miler if you do the same distance each week you will make it easily.

I have a trailer for my kids, they love it. If you can take them with you the extra load will do you good.

Roof mount bike rack for small kids bikes?

jmccrack65

Anyone know a good option for a roof mount bike rack that fits very small kids bikes (16" wheels)? Upright mount preferred since bike doesn't have quick release wheel.

Our SUV isn't compatible with trunk mount racks and I am pulling a tent trailer so can't use hitch mount racks.

So far I haven't found any options that would seem to fit very small bikes.

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Most roof racks are geared towards 20" and larger wheels. You might want to look into a rack that mounts on the tailgate similar to a "trunk mount" type.

There are also some that allow for the use of both a hitch-mounted rack and a trailer.

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