| The Cayman 100 |
| Sports - Cycling | ||
| By Steve Evans - Last Updated on Thursday, 28 May 2009 19:56 | ||
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The Cayman Islands Cycling Association and the Cayman Islands Triathlon Association are jointly presenting a social charity endurance ride of 100 mile distance to increase the camaraderie and share the spirit of endurance cycling on Cayman. The ride will be supported with a sag/mechanical car and water and food stops at the 33 mile and 66 mile distance points on the 100 mile ride. It is not intended to be a race. The organizers encourage the riders to work together in reasonable sized ability groups to keep everyone motivated and enjoying the company and safety of other cyclists on the whole ride. Drafting can save 25% of your energy which is huge over long endurance distances ! There is strength and steady speed in a cohesive peloton! We hope you will join us !
Download Full Event Flyer (pdf file, 0.6mb) Start and Finish point: Start Time:
Start time for 100 mile riders will be at 5:30 am sharp. All riders should be at the start area 15 minutes before their start for a briefing and sign in.
Registration: No registration on race day. Registration is at Calico Jacks Bar at SMB Public Beach between 4pm and 6pm and on Friday 24th April and also Saturday 25th April between 4pm and 6pm (note: you need to register in order that we can cater for food and drink quantities) You will be assigned and given an event rider number to apply to your bike so we can account for you on the course.
Entry Fee: 100 Mile CI$ 15
What's included:
Recommended carry items:
You should plan to have at least two large water bottles. Plan on drinking two every hour. You may have to stop at a garage to meet your fluid requirements so carry some money. Pump, puncture kit, tire lever, spare inner tube rolled up. Small mobile phone recommended and we will give you the support vehicle telephone contact number at
registration. Helmets MUST be worn at all times.
Riding in a pack
Drafting in a pack can save you lots of energy and make the experience much more rewarding. However when riders begin to tire it is very important to pay complete attention. When in the middle or to the back of the pack your vision of road obstacles and conditions is limited. It is therefore important that those in front communicate. Call out obstacles, point to stones, potholes, road kill etc. This will ensure all riders are aware of risks and hazards coming up.
Anyone braking must call out loudly “braking” so all riders become aware they are going to slow down and possibly stop. If you are coming to a stop (say, at a red light) then call out well in advance “stopping”. Ride at a safe distance in accordance with your experience and those in front of you. Always expect the unexpected.
Helmets absolutely must be worn and we also recommend a good pair of cycling gloves for both the protection of your hands and comfort.
100 miles on a bike is a long way for anyone at any level of fitness. You should ensure your bike is in good, safe working condition before the event day. In the heat of the
caribbean dehydration is your greatest enemy.
Prepare and hydrate hydrate hydrate !
Carry at least two large bottles on your bike and another in your jersey pocket. You should definitely aim to drink at least two bottles per hour. Carry some money with you
to get extra supplies at the many gas stations on the route and ensure you eat and drink well at the official water stations. The sun may be intense later in the morning.
Wear a super high factor sunscreen.
Wear the best quality padded cycling shorts you can find ! Rest well the day before the race and hydrate continually throughout the day and also have many small meals at frequent intervals. Try and relax on your bike don’t grasp the bars rigidly. Sit up and stretch regularly as your body is not used to being in the same position for many many hours. If you have a favorite energy bar stuff some in your pocket. For best results eat once every hour on the bike. The last 10 to 20 miles is going to really test you.
Make sure you motivate and ensure the well being of your fellow riders. A smile and a word of encouragement can go a long way. Be a cycling ambassador and be courteous to other road users. Follow all laws and regulations.
It is a great physical achievement to ride so far. Don’t focus on your time. The most important thing is that it is your ride. ENJOY ! We wish you Good Luck.
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