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The Training Benefits of Biking With Kids OR My First Century

Ride | May 26, 2009

I did my first century (100 mile) bike ride yesterday, what a blast.

After putting in around 150 miles on the tandem with the trail-a-bike attached, getting back on my road bike was amazing.  Hills that looked like I would need the small chain-ring I could easily tackle in the middle ring, and I could really feel the acceleration with each pedal stroke.

The key learning from my ride is that I need to fit in a few more road bike rides so that my body will get used to the riding position.  The tandem has a more upright position with different bars, so while I’m pretty used to that position, I was a little sore after 8 hrs on my road bike.

All it all, I would highly recommend training with a kid or two attached to your bike, not only will it help with your hill climbing, but it will give your kids some memories that they will enjoy for a lifetime.

The 100 Mile Crew

The 100 Mile Crew

Troy\\\’s Memorial Day Century Ride at EveryTrail

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