9 endurance cycling tips from two ultra-distance world record holders

Leigh Timmis and Jenny Graham share the secrets and struggles from their record-breaking rides

 Leigh Timmis and Jenny Graham
(Image credit: Gill Reynolds (left), Maciek Tomiczek (right))

Most cyclists have experienced a ‘long ride’, be that your first 100-mile bike ride or hitting 1,000, the sense of achievement of riding further than you've ever done before feels incredible. 

Stepping into the world of ultra-distance cycling is a step up in terms of the planning and preparation, yet you would be amazed at how relatable some of these lessons learnt by World Record breaking riders can be - and the extent to which their experience can help improve your own day-to-day endurance cycling. 

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