Course + conditions (what should change in training)
- Surface: Road.
- Course difficulty: hilly.
- Climate context: Avg highs ~ 12°C, lows ~ 4°C • Avg monthly precip ~ 107 mm • Avg wet days ~ 20 days.
Course pacing signals (what to rehearse)
- Road surface: rehearse steady rhythm and fueling at goal effort (not just easy pace).
- Hilly profile: pace climbs by effort, practice downhills, and avoid chasing uphill splits.
- Crowds/wind rule: treat headwinds and congestion as “hills” and stay effort-controlled.
Climate-specific adaptations (gear + fueling)
- Cool/cold: protect hands/ears early, warm up longer, and keep gels from getting too stiff.
- Rain/wet roads: prioritize anti-chafe, socks, and traction; avoid brand-new shoes.
- Fueling rule: practice carbs early and on schedule; do not “wait until you feel it.”
