That's a great plan - start with the super do-able doubles like you are. Maybe even give something like Bass Lake a try in the Fall. But get those beginner ones under your belt so you know you can do the miles.

Death Ride is a great ride. Regardless of where you are in your training, just make a note to yourself to submit a lottery registration in February. Put it on your calendar now!

I forget - you're doing Davis, right?