Riding through the night in ultra-distance cycling isn’t “just” about continuing to pedal after sunset.

It’s a complete shift: perception, alertness, temperature, mental management… and sometimes fear.

In this episode, Lee Jenkins shares her experience without filters and the routines that truly make a difference: how she prepares for the transition into night riding, how she manages safety, cold, micro-sleeps, and how she avoids classic mistakes (nutrition, stops, equipment).

We discuss in particular:

• The day → night transition: what really changes in the body and the mind
• Fear / vulnerability / concrete strategies to stay calm and keep moving
• Lighting: why headlamp + bike light are non-negotiable
• Fatigue & alertness: hallucinations, energy crashes, and the trap of sunrise
• Organization: the “game changer” musette, preparing warm gear, stop efficiency
• Nutrition: solid food vs gels, anticipating the last real eating opportunity before night
• Additional resources: our educational blog on raceacrossseries.com

And to connect live: Race Across Series webinar every Thursday at 6:30 pm on Discord.

Enjoy the episode — and above all, ride safe.

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