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Old 21-03-2007, 10:33 PM
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Re: cycling john o'groats to lands end
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Originally Posted by almostnormal View Post
yes...i found this site. there's lots to choose from. still a whole year and a bit to plan it. the men in my family need to get a wee bit fitter before they cycle 800 odd miles!
Most important bit of kit for this ride is the saddle. They should both buy a Brooks (B17 or Professional) and start breaking it in now. Do this ride on a cheap seat and you will end up regretting it.
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