Been thinking about this for some time but haven't felt motivated until I got an email today about a company that sponsors a 500 mile one..5 days 500 miles. I did their quarter century ride last year and had a great time despite feeling defeated in my personal goals.

I would have 6 months to get ready. The most I've done is a 30 mile 3 hour trip. Given I average 10-12 mph I'm talking a 10-12 hour day. Is that a relatively normal time?

Biggest issues I face are health related. I have asthma and some mental health issues. Hydration is an issue because I sweat so profusely. 10 minutes in and I'm soaked completely through. With it being in June, I worry about not being hydrated and dealing with sweat dripping into my eyes the entire day.

One thing I learned from the ride last year is I need some bibs. Having elastic gouge into your waist made the ride feel like it lasted forever. How do you size bibs especially as I run 18-20 in regular clothes. I also worry about wind and high temps. The ride last year was around 100 degrees and head winds. 1/2 way in I was so exhausted that I barely made it back.

I plan on taking my cross bike as 12 hours on a fat bike probably wouldn't be as fun. I wish I had someone to train and go with me, but at this point in time I don't have anyone.

Even if I bailed out at some point during the ride, at least I'd have something accomplished. I figure if I pay the entry fee now the ride would be real.

Right now it's cold..how do you train inside on a trainer?

Thanks for any help or advice