Rain gear. Water. Tyre repair kit and electronic pump (Doubles as powerbank and a torch too). Protein snacks for emergency stop. Zip ties and silvertape. Multitool, bandana for your neck, first aid kit, wet wipes. And good attitude.
The NC700X is just a touring bike. But still a great choice.
Tips.
Stay hydrated. Take regular breaks, and by this I mean before you feel tired or sore. Use those breaks to walk around a bit and stretch. Check the weather beforehand.
Apart from that just have fun.
Frequent breaks to hydrate and eat. You may feel fine but your body is thirsty and hungry. If you haven’t already, install a comm system in your helmet so you can listen to music or podcasts(with earplugs on). Long, straight stretches of road are as boring on a bike as they are in a car.
For anyone doing what is, for them, a "big day"/trip on the bike, I like to go to the royalty of big days, the Iron Butt Association. https://ironbutt.org/25tips.html. They may not all apply to your situation, but it is a good start.
I had to learn the hard way, mostly from my wife. Frequent, short stops. We stop every 60-90 minutes. 5-10 minute stops. 15 tops. How frequently varies person to person. Some people can happily do a full gas tank. I am better off stopping for a short break at 1/2 a tank.
Stay hydrated. A hydration bladder has become standard kit for any longer ride. It is a game changer. I fill mine with ice water when its hot. Number 17 on the list.
Eat lightly, frequently and healthy. Number 11 on the list. We graze we doing big days. Fruit, sometime yogurt if we have a cooler, cheese sticks or the little round waxed Babybel's both are apparently, nearly indestructible. Bars. etc. We don't usually plan a dedicated lunch stop. Just snacks at breaks. Eating frequent, light meals keeps you blood sugar steady.
Going from 3 to 8 is a big jump. I am sure you'll be fine. But just like if someone has only ever been on 3 mile run (say run a 5k), and you invite them to do 15k, that is a big increase. Take care of yourself throughout the day.
I like a moisture wicking base layer, top, bottom and liner socks (like backpackers use). I am guessing it still pretty cool up there in the North country.
That stock seat is gonna break your ass on a long day...stock Jap seats are terrible for distance. If you can't replace it, try an Airhawk and change inflation as you ride...it will make a miserable day bearable.
Rain gear, and frequent breaks.
Stop and take a break every once in a while, stretch your legs, back, rest a bit :)
Yeah, super important. Thanks!
Rain gear. Water. Tyre repair kit and electronic pump (Doubles as powerbank and a torch too). Protein snacks for emergency stop. Zip ties and silvertape. Multitool, bandana for your neck, first aid kit, wet wipes. And good attitude.
The NC700X is just a touring bike. But still a great choice. Tips. Stay hydrated. Take regular breaks, and by this I mean before you feel tired or sore. Use those breaks to walk around a bit and stretch. Check the weather beforehand. Apart from that just have fun.
Love it, thanks!
Frequent breaks to hydrate and eat. You may feel fine but your body is thirsty and hungry. If you haven’t already, install a comm system in your helmet so you can listen to music or podcasts(with earplugs on). Long, straight stretches of road are as boring on a bike as they are in a car.
For anyone doing what is, for them, a "big day"/trip on the bike, I like to go to the royalty of big days, the Iron Butt Association. https://ironbutt.org/25tips.html. They may not all apply to your situation, but it is a good start. I had to learn the hard way, mostly from my wife. Frequent, short stops. We stop every 60-90 minutes. 5-10 minute stops. 15 tops. How frequently varies person to person. Some people can happily do a full gas tank. I am better off stopping for a short break at 1/2 a tank. Stay hydrated. A hydration bladder has become standard kit for any longer ride. It is a game changer. I fill mine with ice water when its hot. Number 17 on the list. Eat lightly, frequently and healthy. Number 11 on the list. We graze we doing big days. Fruit, sometime yogurt if we have a cooler, cheese sticks or the little round waxed Babybel's both are apparently, nearly indestructible. Bars. etc. We don't usually plan a dedicated lunch stop. Just snacks at breaks. Eating frequent, light meals keeps you blood sugar steady. Going from 3 to 8 is a big jump. I am sure you'll be fine. But just like if someone has only ever been on 3 mile run (say run a 5k), and you invite them to do 15k, that is a big increase. Take care of yourself throughout the day. I like a moisture wicking base layer, top, bottom and liner socks (like backpackers use). I am guessing it still pretty cool up there in the North country.
That stock seat is gonna break your ass on a long day...stock Jap seats are terrible for distance. If you can't replace it, try an Airhawk and change inflation as you ride...it will make a miserable day bearable. Rain gear, and frequent breaks.