I ride alone a lot, usually areas that I know well. Today, I'm moving out of my comfort zone though and doing a solo ride in Marin. It's not the boonies, really, but it's also not a place I KNOW. But I've made sure Thom knows my route. MP does too, since she helped me work out.

When I ride alone I usually e mail Thom when I leave and when I get back. He knows the general area I'll be in.

I'd give it a try. You know the route, you know what to expect. And I wouldn't be sneaky about - but I'm lucky that Thom fully supports my riding.

V.