KSH- My jelly beans stick to gether too! I just eat two at a time and sometimes more! Oh well- we live within cycling distance of the factory so it's hard to resist! (Cytomax is made in MY town too! Love that stuff!!!)

Re eating- I tend to not eat enough myself and am now really getting rigorous about making sure I get something eaten every 1/2 hour or so. I tried this the other day on a 77 mile ride and it really DID make a difference.

FreshNewbie (in case you read this)- I've done many a century on my own with no one else around me who kept my pace (or could I keep theirs). It's not impossible, just more fun to be with others. However, the rest stops are great places to meet up with people. You'll probably start seeing the same people at each rest stop as you are all going about the same rate of speed! Good time to chat and meet new friends! Most of all, have a good time and know that you have accomplished a great goal!