Hi Christoffer,

First of all, congratulations on your fitness on becoming leaner and more active. It certainly sounds from what you have already achieved that you are ready now to head out on a multi-day trip. I don’t think you should over analysis it too much. Better to plan a route like Tour de Dovre or Mjølkevegen and just go off and attempt it. If the legs feel good, cycle 80-100km. If the legs feel tied, cut it short and cycle less. I think you will find that you can do more than you can imagine. If you can cycle 100km in one day with 150 watts indefinitely, you’re already ahead of many people in regard to fitness and endurance.

Last year I came across a woman in her 40’s who had a bike/bag set up that I could barely lift up (40kg+). She was about 160cm and was cycling 100km a day over the mountains. I asked her how she was managing. She said she takes her time and keeps pedaling – the kilometers clock up!

I wouldn’t worry about trying to cycle 150km before embarking on a tour. Better to do a simple overnight trip and see how you feel (100-150km). If that goes okay try a two-night/three-day trip (200km+) next, and if you enjoy the experience, then try something longer. I really think you are ready and summer doesn’t last long!