I don't know much about long distance cycling, but I do know you can easily overdo stuff like this and hurt yourself in the process. Pace yourself! Don't push yourself just because you want to and it feels good, do it because you know you're ready
this post was submitted on 15 Jul 2023
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21 avg and 2.5h is a tough one, but should be fine with a decent bike and at least slightly more than average fitness. Congrats on the success, OP :)
Thank you!
It's on a Trek FX1 :) I plan to get a roadie next season, but this was my first bike purchase in a decade+ since highschool, so started conservative.
On a trekking bike?? Holy sh.. respect - I expected that was made on a road bike with low to moderate stress (? Not sure about that word, not my mothertongue)
It was definitely not low stress lol
Feels like training with weights on ¯\(ツ)/¯
I disagree, if you feel good and you want to, keep pushing! Just make sure you get enough carbs, electrolytes, and water.
If things are hurting, look into bike fit. Your joints shouldn't be in pain. If you are feeling the "burn" then ease up or take a break, or learn to enjoy the suffering.