[ROAD non E-bike] Auckland 100km Tour De Ranges - 24-26 km/hr average pace
Details
Meeting at the Clevedon Community Hall carpark we will do the well-known 100km Tour De Ranges circuit in an anti-clock-wise direction taking us through Hunua, Mangatawhiri, Mangatangi, Kaiaua, Kawakawa Bay before returning to Clevedon. Stopping at Kaiaua for Coffee. For those interested we can head to Hallertau afterwards for much deserved lunch/beverage/chat.
This is a non-drop ride – we will re-group at intersections/stick together as a bunch so no-one is left behind.
What to Expect
All riding will be on normal country roads with some riding on relatively busy roads (Kawakawa-Clevedon road) although at earlier than peak times. This is a good opportunity to improve ones fitness especially for those that are planning on doing any road events.
This is an amazingly scenic ride and will be more-so with Pohutakawas in bloom along the coast.
If it turns out to be heavy rain the event will be cancelled.
What to bring
Spare tube, tools, pump/CO2 cylinders, snacks and water
Level of Fitness
A good level of fitness is required. You should be able to ride for 4 hours and we will be looking at an average speed of around 24-26km/hour.
It is important that you can ride atbthe indicated average speed. 2km/hr difference in speed can result in additional 30 minute riding time/lots ofcwaiting around. You houkd also be comfortable riding 100km and know how to pace and fuel yourself to manage the distance.
Because we are riding on roads that are in use, a good level of comfort riding in traffic is required.
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Strava link
https://www.strava.com/routes/3087527241276151116