All the Gear, No Idea – is the Mitchell Adam Velo Team Ready?

With 10 weeks to go until our team cycle the Velo 100 miles, we asked them a few questions to find out how prepared they were.

What gear have you bought so far?

Ron: I’ve bought bib shorts, cycling shoes, jerseys; both short and long sleeved, base layers, sunglasses, helmet, pump, energy supplements, inner tubes, cycling socks. I borrowed a road bike, bought gloves; some with fingers… and some cut off gloves. Erm, I bought lights for the bike, drinks bottles… 2 of them. Oooh and I removed the pump on the bike and replaced it with another bottle holder.

Dee: A bike that I want to return as it’s not the right type of bike, and a road bike is a bit costly. If anyone has one please get in touch! I also have a helmet with some lights, and a new backpack. I never thought I’d wear a backpack; it’s taking me back to my school days.

Adam: I bought a bit of winter training kit, so a nice thermal jersey so I can get outside, some extra padded shorts to make the longer training sessions a bit more comfortable.

If you removed your pump holder Ron, where are you putting your pump?

Ron: I’m going to put it in a pouch pocket on my jersey, along with my snacks.

Tell us your current feelings about the challenge

Dee: ‘Is it too late to back out’ a feeling? After doing a 28 mile ride and getting lost after 27 miles I’m not really too sure how I’m feeling. It was fun for 20, but I don’t know how I feel about 100.

Jess: Feeling quite nervous after the 28 miles. It wasn’t a struggle but I think the bike may struggle, that’s why I’ve had to ask my neighbour for a bike, to give me a little more speed.

Adam: Really excited about it, it’s nice to have a goal to train towards.

How’s your exercise routine changed?

Ron: Ever since I did that 28 miles it’s got worse. I’ve not been on the bike for two weeks after a work trip to Amsterdam. Trying to find time to fit cycling in during the week. I’m now realising it’s now March and looking to get back on track.

Jess: Not really as I go gym every day anyway. I could do with going out on the bike a little more, instead of relying on the spin bike.

Adam: I’ve increased the cycling miles, so I’ve fitted in two longer cycles per week, rather than just the commute, and I’ve cut down the beers, trying to lose a bit of timber before the ride.