Should I try a century earlier than I had planned?

[kaian]

Yesterday was the Celebration of Cycling and I did the century!!!! I felt great through the whole ride. I rode with 2 other people I know and that made it easier than riding alone - not so much drafting (because we didn't do a lot of that), but just the companionship.

I was a little tired after, but not any more than on the 70 mile ride I did last week. After cleaning up, we went and got food and beer. Great recovery method. hahaha. Today (the day after) I feel fine. A little sore in my legs and girl parts, but don't feel battered or anything.

Thanks for all of the encouragement. I'm already planning what longer rides I want to do next year! hahaha.

So...now that Winter is coming, what should I do to not lose too much fitness? Spinervals? What else?

[jobob]

Excellent !!!! Congratulations kaian !