I did it!!!!

[Barb]

I finished my first ride. It was only 25 miles but it was hard for me. The first 15 miles were all into the wind! By the time I came around to finish the ride the wind had died down so I didn't get the push at my back like I thought I would!!!

Next month I will do a 30 miler and in July either another 30 or (gulp) 50 miler. I haven't decided on that last one, July can be hot and humid and that is hard on my lungs!

Things I learned-- go at your own pace and get some new tires. I have been training on a comfort bike with fairly aggressive tread tires. I am looking to swap them out for some road tires only in 26". Hopefully I will have smooth sailing from here on out.

[LovesFrance]

Congratulations! It's a major accomplishment--and it really helps fire you up for more.