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Riding for 100miles, 160km or a century is a goal for many cyclists. Here's the best way to go about it.

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Riding your bike for 100 miles is a real achievement. One that takes training, preparation and determination on the day. It's not something that we think you should just jump straight in to either. After all – how many marathon runners run their first marathon from the front door? Not many... So, in this video, we have our key advice on training, getting ready for the day, and choosing the right event to make your first century a success.

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