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[fossil800R]

I am looking at having a crack at some of the bigger Enduro events over here next year like the Gas Dash and the Hyden Ironman, and maybe the Finke the following year depending on how we go. Does anyone have any training tips that will help improve my chances of finishing as many of the events as possible. Bit too late in life for me to be looking at a serious assault on the podium but would like to be able to make it through each event with my pride intact.
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[dangerman4]

ask yogie for a few pointers

[fossil800R]

dangerman4 wrote:

ask yogie for a few pointers

I am already on Yogie's special beer and chips diet but that only gets me to the first corner before I need a nap.
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[yogie]

dangerman4 wrote:

ask yogie for a few pointers

you keep your cake hole shut...











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[yogie]

fossil700R wrote:

dangerman4 wrote: ask yogie for a few pointers I am already on Yogie's special beer and chips diet but that only gets me to the first corner before I need a nap.

its a carbs diet, works for me.
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2005 KFX700
With a few bells and whistles
and the twin yoshi's
American Star A-arms, tie rods
elka stickers
Shorty Shifter
I have a Waco
rossco gave me a flexx sticker
honda thumb
Great at climbing trees
durablue stickers

[bullet]

Just good old 'bike time'
and more of it leading up to the event.
And don't go too silly on the bike...
If you are not chasing the podium 'standard' machines offer good reliability.
Go for add ons that reduce fatigue...
Flexx Bars (blue elastomers)
Steering damper
that sort of stuff.

have fun
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[triple"A"]

i've always found that a similar regime to yogie's supports the best results for a relaxed and carefree career in quad racing/riding. the only variance in my routine is, i tend to wear a back pack rather than a camel back, as it gives me a secure location to store the winnie blues and a thermos of strong coffee. similarly, a small fold up fishing chair, readily available at Ray's outdoor outlets, can be carried in the right backpack, along with a small umbrella in case it rains.

i rarely divulge the secrets to my athletic success , so i hope you appreciate these tips

have fun

[Clarkie]

1 - Load quad in back of ute,
2 - Get on quad in back of ute
3 - Get a mate to drive you around the track
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[Roycroft]

Do what bullet said and then pm me or email me, I love working with people on the fitness and I have no problems sharing how I go about my training tips.

Cheers
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[Losty Down Under]

Roycroft wrote:

Do what bullet said and then pm me or email me, I love working with people on the fitness and I have no problems sharing how I go about my training tips. Cheers

Take this offer up. Look what Roycroft did for me over 6 months.
Gotta go, think I smell a donut. MMMMMMMM donuts!
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[bullet]

Don't listen to Losty's donut advice, but do listen to Lincraft.
Nutrition and fitness are big factors and obviously something Roycroft does really well.
I mean we all think he can't ride but...
Backing up 3rd place in Finke these days is no easy task.
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[muzzgit]

Ride your quad as much as you can and buddy up with someone to train with. It's too easy to find the easy way out when you train on your own.
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[fossil800R]

Thanks guys, all great advice so far...beer, chips, cakehole, quad in back of car, coffee and winnie blues. I already subscribe to this training regime so in theory the #1 plate is within my grasp

Bullet and Mick, how much bike time do you guys put in normally and how much does that increase as the event approaches. My bike is pretty much set up as I like it even though I am still running the standard shocks, and I have a set of Flexx bars on the way.
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[bullet]

I'd simply say the more the better.
But not enough to wear your bike out before the race
And i should qualify that even riding a 2 wheeler, or the pushy to work is an advantage.
The things that attack you strength wise in a race are usually things like...
sore lower back, kneck from holding helmet up while leaning forward, and simply grip as far as hanging on and blisters goes.
So any training involing handlebars is good.

I find if i don't ride a quad for 2 weeks, that my first practice will feel a bit uncoordinted.
I'd say the ultimate would be going for a ride every second day, but riding every 3rd or 4th day is more realistic and keeps me very in tune with the bike.
Even if you only go for a put for 10 minutes on the in-between rides.
It just helps keep the hand / eye co-ordination sharp.

I think you'll get a lot of different answers on this, but,
a good weekend ride every weekend, and a little one after work during the week should 'hold' your level up.
A month before the event try to do a little ride on 2 or 3 week nights.

Ask QuadSquad about a thing called a moto-stick
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[cowchaser]

I got heaps of ideas but it would be fair to say that I prepare myself a little different than most so it might not work for ya
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[47industries]

Yea, but it somehow always seems to work for you.......buggered if I know how!
Mick@47
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[truant]

fossil700R wrote:

I am looking at having a crack at some of the bigger Enduro events over here next year like the Gas Dash and the Hyden Ironman, and maybe the Finke the following year depending on how we go. Does anyone have any training tips that will help improve my chances of finishing as many of the events as possible. Bit too late in life for me to be looking at a serious assault on the podium but would like to be able to make it through each event with my pride intact.

that mean you are coming to Hyden this year mate? 10th anniversary should be a cracker.

i'll keep you company for the 2200 odd kms !!
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[fossil800R]

truant wrote:

fossil700R wrote: I am looking at having a crack at some of the bigger Enduro events over here next year like the Gas Dash and the Hyden Ironman, and maybe the Finke the following year depending on how we go. Does anyone have any training tips that will help improve my chances of finishing as many of the events as possible. Bit too late in life for me to be looking at a serious assault on the podium but would like to be able to make it through each event with my pride intact. that mean you are coming to Hyden this year mate? 10th anniversary should be a cracker. i'll keep you company for the 2200 odd kms !!

Next year definitely mate, I'll need the year to prepare. Congrats on the second place on the weekend too. At least a couple of our Indee team got out and amongst it. A one two finish as well great stuff.
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[LONG & DIRTY]

4 me ,l hate 2 excrise. lam 54 , and do 3 sessions a week,hate it ,weights,arobics, diet, but it does work .never worn out next day. may be a bit deaf from the honda,also makes the misses happy ,she doesn't get a nock back .

[Adam Larson]

Push ups & running works a treat

[Barney]

Take a tow rope and spend most of your time towin others home it will guarantee that you wont come last , cos there is someone behind you lol, works for me hey Mick
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[TBR 927]

bmx tracks work well and simple one of having alchol free night s

[truant]

TBR 927 wrote:

bmx tracks work well and simple one of having alchol free night s

LOL great suggestion, somehow i doubt the alcohol free night wont happen !
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[fossil800R]

truant wrote:

TBR 927 wrote: bmx tracks work well and simple one of having alchol free night s LOL great suggestion, somehow i doubt the alcohol free night wont happen !

Yes..seeing how our current after ride snacks most weekends consists of beer and Doritos, I may struggle with this one.
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[Dino]

fossil700R wrote:

truant wrote: TBR 927 wrote: bmx tracks work well and simple one of having alchol free night s LOL great suggestion, somehow i doubt the alcohol free night wont happen ! Yes..seeing how our current after ride snacks most weekends consists of beer and Doritos, I may struggle with this one.

Skip the Doritos.
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