How comfy are time-trial bikes for long distances?

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louiebaby said:

I think the OP mentioned he was taking two bikes. If this is the case, my suggestion, (with little experience to be fair,) would be:

• A TT bike, with a bias towards comfort as described above. Spend time and money getting fitted by professionals. Be aware that as you train and your musculature changes, so might the optimum position.
• Two sets of wheels for the TT bike, one for cross winds and one for head winds, with ratios to suit. Consider a third rear with ratios for tail winds.
• A road bike, for the hilly days. This should also be comfortable so if you're in pain from the TT bike one day, you can still make good progress whilst letting your body recover a bit.

Ideally the wheels should be interchangeable between the bikes so your support crew can change punctures whilst you swap out the wheel and get going again.

Excellent idea