11/09/2026
🚴♀️ Just 5 weeks to go until the Cancer200 ride, and Team Hippo have a few tips to help you enjoy the journey!
Whether you’re cruising along with the kids or tackling 11 ride weekends in 6 days, these little reminders will help get you to the start line feeling strong and smiling.
😃Keep it fun!
Mix things up with a new route, a new café stop, or a great group of mates. Cycling is always better with good company and a few laughs along the way.
😮💨It’s not all about speed.
You don’t need to cram all your training into one massive ride. The goal is time in the saddle, and those shorter rides all add up. Consistency beats heroics every time.
🥛 🍦 Hydrate and fuel up.
One of the biggest keys to riding further is staying on top of your hydration and nutrition. Keep those bottles full and aim for a little snack every hour. And yes, that absolutely includes stopping for an ice cream. 🍦
🌞 Be sun smart.
Slip, slop, slap. Sunscreen on, cover up where you can, and look after yourself out there.
🔧 Show your bike some love.
A little maintenance goes a long way. Keep it clean, keep it serviced, and it’ll look after you when the kilometres start adding up. Plus, nobody likes a squeaky bike.
☺️ Comfort is king.
If you’re comfortable on your bike, you’re going to enjoy your riding so much more. Happy body, happy rider.
And finally, just in case we haven’t said it enough...
🕺 🎉 Have fun! That’s what it’s all about. Enjoy the training, enjoy the challenge, and enjoy every kilometre along the way and most importantly the reason why you ride.
If you need help with anything cycling related or need a hand on ride weekend going the distance Team hippo is here to help.
What gets you through a ride?
🚴♂️💙
