The Importance of the Long Ride

Two cyclists wearing red jerseys ride into the distance on dirt roads in North Boulder, Colorado. Cycling base training and LSD long-slow distance ride.

Are you tempted to throw out those five-hour rides—not enough time or willpower, or maybe you find them boring? Don’t do it! Trevor Connor explores the adaptations that can only be gained from long, slow miles.

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