Vixen - You deserve a HUGE congrats on the training, the enthusiasm, and the incredible effort you put in. You didn't not finish because you ran out of steam or your legs weren't up for it - you were battling weather conditions that MANY riders wouldn't have finished in. Add to it the pain and c'mon ........ you're only human!

I can totally understand where you're coming from - I can only imagine how disappointed you are but why not be more disappointed that the weather was not on your side that day and less disappointed in yourself??

When I trained for my century back in 2008 - the satisfaction came from each little victory and step of the way. I learned so much about cycling and endurance and MYSELF - it was so much more than just the ride I had trained for. Now you're in it - maybe think of another century soon? Or a metric?? After my century I felt like the only way I could be into cycling would be to do centuries all the time - realizing that I can ride 15 miles 2 or 3 times a week on my awesome bike and still love the sport and everything about it was such a revelation for me. This past weekend I did 23 miles and you'd think it was 50 I was so pumped.

Anyway - all of that and I must admit I'd be so upset too - but then I'd listen to others when they say that you did the best you could. And there is always next time!

HUGE CONGRATS ON THE 55 and for being so determined!