TORQ-Fuelled ultra endurance cyclist, Mike Cotty, is a veteran of some of the world toughest sportives. With over 20 years of experience and TORQ-Tuning, Mike knows a thing or two about how to prepare for a big ride. His most recent endeavour was a unbelievable 677km ride (completed in one go), which we covered back in August.

Over the past few months, Mike has brought us some great articles via Road Cycling UK on how to prepare for Sportives. With the season now in full swing we felt it highly appropriate to share them with you.

5 Sportive Clangers.and how to avoid them, click here.

5 essential items for your sportive kit bag, click here.

How to make the most of your recon ride, click here.

Riding the sportive escalator, click here.

If you are preparing for Sportive and are looking to get your fuelling strategy right, check out the TORQ Fuelling System.  A simple and understandable way to getting your fuelling and hydration right. For more from Mike, visit his Road Cycling UK page here.