Hey Starfish-
Thanks for the eat drink suggestions - I found the hard way that I can't really eat real food and then climb hills - ugh! Gels and maybe a bar for me too.

You will do great -- your ride is Saturday or Sunday? In any case you will have plenty of time to adjust to the elevation.

I have to admit that I am getting a bit edgy, but we will both be fine I have a feeling. We leave early tomorrow for Hartford, Ct, then Friday DH will drive me to Sturbridge MA. There is a dinner the night before then the ride which starts Saturday at 6AM.

I have been in touch with a few other TE members, it will be fun to meet them. I am going to the ride with a friend, but I am riding on my own. She did about one third of the training mileage I did, but has become much faster. I'm sure I will find riding partners along the way - it is a friendly group.

I am sending good vibes your way for your ride!

Lisa