Tips for Long-Distance Cycling
Top Tips for Tackling Long Distance Bicycle Rides
Apr. 20, 2023 - Willem L. Middelkoop
In preparation for this year’s Fietselfstedentocht (236KM), I took my bike and set out for an adventurous ride through half of the Netherlands. It was my first long distance ride after being infected with COVID. If you're considering a long-distance ride yourself, be sure to read along to discover invaluable tips and tricks from my experience.
Continue reading![My heart rate during the 10 hour ride from Amsterdam to Hegelsom: note how I kept my heart rate relatively low during the first few hours!](/blog/2023-04-20_tips-for-long-distance-cycling/images/i_07_My-heart-rate-during-the-10-hour-ride-from-Amsterdam-to-Hegelsom-note-how-I-kept-my-heart-rate-relat_500px.jpg)
![Crossing the last bridge into Amsterdam felt like victory.](/blog/2023-04-20_tips-for-long-distance-cycling/images/i_17_Crossing-the-last-bridge-into-Amsterdam-felt-like-victory_500px.jpg)
![Refueling at a tank station](/blog/2023-04-20_tips-for-long-distance-cycling/images/i_12_Refueling-at-a-tank-station_500px.jpg)
![Beautiful scenery - long straights on dykes near Flevoland](/blog/2023-04-20_tips-for-long-distance-cycling/images/i_14_Beautiful-scenery-long-straights-on-dykes-near-Flevoland_500px.jpg)
![... or by an unexpected road block, deferring you into](/blog/2023-04-20_tips-for-long-distance-cycling/images/i_11_or-by-an-unexpected-road-block-deferring-you-into-the-unknown-route_500px.jpg)
![Flowers from Amsterdam... grown in Flevoland!](/blog/2023-04-20_tips-for-long-distance-cycling/images/i_15_Flowers-from-Amsterdam-grown-in-Flevoland_500px.jpg)