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[BDG]

Originally posted by phillc
Interesting post.........

I've been considering a long range raid into Eastern Europe later this summer. I was wondering if 1000 miles in a day was realisitic. I think such a ride would stretch my stamina and concentration to the absolute limits. I'll probably end up getting an evening ferry and trying to knock of 2 or 3 hundred miles that night, so I'm only left with 700 to cover the next day. Be doing it on my 900ss, so perhaps not quite as comfortable as an ST.

Any thoughts on cracking the 1000 mile mark? I reckon doing it in 24 hours is probably doable, with a 5 or 6 hour sleep in the middle. But doing it straight withouth breaks, I'm not sure.

1000 miles in a day is do able, but you'll probably find the first 900 miles are the worst, after that its easy Seriously once you covered the first 200 miles you'll get into the swing of it.

I prefer to get a good nights sleep, then do it with an early start, rather than sleep in the middle of it.

I've done it 3 times back from South of France to Manchester 1030 miles, twice in 18 hours including crossing the Channel, on the bikes and once in 14 hours in a car (sad to say) plus a couple of other 800+ mile bike days.

Good weather makes a huge difference, as does working out fuel/food/rest stops. See that truck trundling along at 56mph you passed just before you stopped for petrol, just check out how long it takes to catch it up when you stop. Make sure your riding gear is real comfy, or it'll annoy the hell out of you, and get the bike set up right, good seat, screen, levers set in the most ergonomic position, it all helps.

If in doubt stop and take a rest.

Apologies if my reply sounds a bit 'been there, got the T shirt' and i'm not trying to do down Howards or Duncs big rides.


Good luck with your run.

[Edited on 21-6-2005 by BDG]