what Bad JuJu sez "definitely do-able. Be prepared with tools, patches, pump, plenty of food and water, and (editors note-cell phone)... Have fun!"

Uh, I know these people to whom you refer, well BF less so but Dad a little bit.

I think he's jealous Note to TE UK's Dad rides and even planned a tour of China a while back (It got canceled at the last minute due to SARS).

Go, have a good time, post the ride report and are there any TE gals in the area you'll ride?

Do this and a short ride the next day...and whatever you are doing keep going 'cause you can do ALC.