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GET WELL TRAINED TO START A GRANFONDO<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n
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You have put months of preparation into your participation in the Maratona dles Dolomites. Your body is completely ready for it. Ready for 135 km through the beautiful Dolomites with 4,000 meters of altitude. That makes me nervous anyway. Even if I am well trained :-). How can you take away some of the stress? I will use the Maratona as an example for this article.<\/h6>\n

It actually starts at home. What should you take with you in your suitcase when you travel to Italy to participate in the Maratona. I take the Maratona as an example, but in fact the same preparation can be used for every Granfondo. Here's my packing list! And I only limit myself to cycling gear. You can decide the rest yourself :-).<\/p>\n

Packing list<\/h6>\n


\u2022 Bicycle helmet
\u2022 short sleeve cycling shirt
\u2022 long sleeve cycling shirt
\u2022 cycling shorts
\u2022 arm and leg pieces
\u2022 waistcoat
\u2022 rain jacket
\u2022 cycling socks
\u2022 cycling glasses
\u2022 cycling gloves
\u2022 cycling shoes
\u2022 undershirt
\u2022 heart rate monitor
\u2022 bicycle computer
\u2022 spare batteries for bicycle computer and heart rate monitor
\u2022 750 ml water bottles
\u2022 isotonic sports drink
\u2022 energy Bars
\u2022 energy gels
\u2022 multi-tool
\u2022 saddle bag with spare tire and tire levers
\u2022 spare tires (inside and outside)
\u2022 brake pads
\u2022 chain oil
\u2022 sealant (for tubeless)
\u2022 Tie wraps
\u2022 chamoise cream
\u2022 overshoes
\u2022 buff
\u2022 gloves (autumn)<\/p>\n

The list may contain items that you have questions about. The Maratona is in July, so why bring all kinds of clothes that are normally only worn in autumn or winter. The weather can sometimes change in the Dolomites. This year we cycled up Falzarego in the sun and descended this pass in the pouring rain... So make sure you are prepared for all weather conditions!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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The days leading up to the Marathon<\/h6>\n

With CYCLOsportive we have chosen to be present in the Dolomites from June 29. This way you have enough time to acclimatize. The first day we cycle a short ride with less than 1,000 meters of elevation. On day 2 we cycle the Sella Ronda, which means you can climb 1690 meters in altitude. On day 3 we take it very easy. You can choose to take a full day of rest. And the great thing about the CYCLOsportive trip is that we accompany you with a support vehicle, organize beautiful rides, the mechanic can check your bike every day and the masseur takes care of your legs. This way you are ready for THE big day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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THE Maratona dles Dolomites<\/h6>\n

The big day is here. You are going to cycle the Maratona. You will successively climb the Campolongo, Pordoi, Sella, Gardena, again the Campolongo, Giau, Falzarego\/Valparola and the M\u00fcr di Giat! That will be a sleepless night. Make sure you have all the gear you need ready the night before the race. Tip: download the Italian weather app il Meteo. This app is more reliable than the Dutch weather apps.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What are you preparing?<\/h6>\n

In ideal conditions, the following clothing set (short-sleeved cycling shirt, arm warmers, vest, cycling shorts, cycling socks, helmet, glasses and shoes), sports nutrition (put it in the pockets of your shirt), filled bottles (put them in the bottle holder). Make sure you can put everything on the morning of the race. That you no longer have to look in your suitcase for things. Put on clothes, have breakfast and go. The rest can all be prepared the night before the race:<\/p>\n