Episode 94 - Ultra Endurance Fueling and Pacing Strategies and Cross Country Mountain Bike Training Volume

The Matchbox - A Cycling Podcast

Hello everyone. Welcome to the latest episode of The Matchbox Podcast powered by Ignition Coach Co. I’m your host, Adam Saban, and on this weeks episode we’re talking ultra endurance race fueling and pacing, as well as optimal training volume for cross country mountain bike racing.

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Summary

In this conversation, Adam and Dylan discuss fueling and pacing strategies for mountain bike races. They address questions about fueling for a 100-mile race, with Dylan recommending the use of gels and flavorless drink mix to meet carbohydrate and sodium needs. They also discuss pacing for a 100-mile race, suggesting even pacing throughout the race and avoiding going out too hard. In another question, they discuss training volume for mountain bike racing, with Dylan recommending a focus on quality intensity and shorter rides during the race season.

Keywords

mountain bike racing, fueling, pacing, nutrition, training volume

Takeaways

• For fueling during a 100-mile mountain bike race, gels and flavorless drink mix are recommended.
• Pacing for a 100-mile race should be even throughout the race to avoid going out too hard.
• Training volume for mountain bike racing should be adjusted during the race season, focusing on quality intensity and shorter rides.
• Heart rate and perceived effort can be used as gauges for pacing and intensity during training and racing.

Titles

• Pacing Tips for 100-Mile Mountain Bike Races
• Fueling Strategies for 100-Mile Mountain Bike Races

Sound Bites

• "Solid food is the thing of the past"
• "Stop eating solid foods and rely solely on gels and drink mix"
• "99.9% of the field is going to go out too hard"

Chapters

00:00 Fueling Strategies for 100-Mile Mountain Bike Races

15:54 Pacing Tips for 100-Mile Mountain Bike Races