I am starting to ride more here after work, the heat and humidity yesterday were terrible and the wind was bad as well. I am hoping for a light 5 MPH breeze, but know how Texas can be.....winds at the Hotter 'N Hell last year were horrible. Still planning on coming so hope the weather cooperates at least some.[/QUOTE]

In addition to riding after work you should start riding into and through the heat by starting in the morning (this would be on a weekend obviously) and riding until at least noon. You still won't be in the hottest part of the day but it will be hot enough. Ideally you should try at least a 50 miler in the full daylight heat and wind at least once just to see how your water consumption is and how your pacing is. One big thing I have learned is to over hydrate for a couple of days before the ride, plus carry lots of extra gus, gels, whatever since the heat can suck your energy right out of you.