There are a lot of things you haven't told us.
asoids said:
Hey guys, I'm biking to my parents house in a month, a 450 mile trek. I work and go to school, both full time, so finding time for training is tough. Right now I'm getting about 15 miles a day, sometimes more depending if I have time for a free ride. What do people suggest for training for this kind of a journey? (I know it's not that long, but I'm starting to doubt myself) And how much time would you plan for the whole trip?
How many days do you plan to take to ride 450 miles?
10 days and it will be really easy, a week won't be as easy, 2 days might be a problem.
How much stuff do you plan to carry.
A tent, camping and cooking gear make things tough, credit cards and motels are easier.
Where is this.
Florida is a lot easier place to ride than Pennsylvania or Colorado.
Don't forget to pay attention to the weather.
If it is the wet or windy or cold or warm season you had better be prepared for that.
How long have you been riding.
If you just started riding this spring-ouch. If you have been riding hard since 1969-ok then.
I am sure you have already figured out that the more you ride now the less it will hurt then. Also the more you are prepared to make minor repairs and the better shape your bike is in the less trouble you will have on the road. Finally it will really help you to load up your bike with everything you plan to carry on your tour and ride somewhere Saturday, spend the night and ride back.
BTW folks have done a lot dumber things on bicycles than a 450 mile tour without enough preparation and been fine, you should be fine too.