So this was the first year I did this ride, after signing up last year and whimping out because of weather. The weather could not have been more perfect this year. I did the "Middle Sister" which was 42 miles. What a fabulous ride, and so many extra little fun touches along the route, so many volunteers (the cheerleaders! the firemen!!) encouraging us along the way. And absolutely the most fabulous finish line festival I have EVER SEEN. And we've done a lot of organized rides. The food was great, and so many merchants turned out...oh, and free chair massages. I just can't say enough about how great it all was. And for such a good cause: supporting domestic violence programs and awareness.

Oh, and the ride itself was pretty darn good. Hilly, but not too much...scenic, not too much traffic anywhere really.

I was wondering how many other women only rides there might be around the country and if they offer this kind of support and encouragment.

And where else but on a women's only ride will you see this kind of thing inside the porta-potties:

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