Jodrell Bank Summer Sportive

[AndyxBennett]

Hi All

I've entered into my first sportive a week on Saturday - The Jodrell Bank Summer Sportive (100 mile route).

As this is my first sportive event, could anybody offer any advise on what to expect and maybe a few do's and dont's.

Many thanks in advance.

Andy

 

[DiddlyDodds]

Just enjoy it.
There are not any read dos and don'ts as everyone there will be on different bikes , different speeds , its just about setting off and getting into your own rhythm.

I just usually turn up nice and early , a Cpl of flap jacks , two bottles and a spare inner tube and pump.

A Sportive is usually well organised and well signed , so its just go with the flow and follow the arrows on the lamp posts.

I used to take everything including the kitchen sink , these days I just take the bare minimum and get what I need on route .

 

[Mickthemove]

Looks like I might have a dawdle round the medium route! Couple of mounds to keep the interest, and practice with my new cassette! It seems a nice route