Go for it! you'll be a little sore the next day, but no big deal! I hope you have great weather. Have fun.
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10-10-2006, 10:45 AM #1
I like bikes
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10-10-2006, 10:52 AM #2
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GO FOR IT! And have a great time.
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10-10-2006, 12:13 PM #3
Feel the wind ...
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Just find a good pace, don't mind the other riders, don't forget you drinks, food and some sweets (for the sucre) and go for it. Sure it will be though but the spirit of it being an organised ride will keep you going.
You go and show them girl!
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10-10-2006, 12:16 PM #4
I am the cheese. ^_^
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Go for it Katie! And then come back and tell us all about it! ^_^
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10-10-2006, 12:50 PM #5
The Hills! The Hills! Eek
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You'll do fine! You're in way better shape than I was, or am. I'd also never done more than 25+ miles until the day I did 42 in strong headwinds on a comfort bike. They say you can do at least twice as much on an organized ride as you can do on your own, unsupported. As the others say, you may be sore here and there after from being "in the saddle" longer than you're used to, but you'll have fun and you won't mind the soreness, which you'll recover from anyway after a few hours. That's my prediction, at any rate.
Half-marathon over. Sabbatical year over. It's back to "sacking shirt and oat cakes" as they say here.
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10-10-2006, 07:24 PM #6
huh?
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Hey, little TE sister. I say go for it! Just remember to drink before you're thirsty and take along energy foods to keep you going. I hope you have fun and please come back and let us know how it went. Take pics - we loooove pics!
CindyOh, that's gonna bruise... 
Only the suppressed word is dangerous. ~Ludwig Börne
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10-10-2006, 08:01 PM #7
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Yes, go for it. You'll be fine! And please, come back and tell us all about it.
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10-11-2006, 11:34 AM #8
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I think it's awesome that you are only 12 years old and already a "bikie" and a dedicated athlete! I was totally clueless when I was 12 back in 1972. 50 miles may be difficult near the end but the human body is capable of more than it thinks when it wants or has to succeed. Consider this to be a real opportunity to learn about your cycling strengths and weaknesses. Fuel and water will be important. Also, be tuned into your comfort level (clothes, position on the bike, tight muscles). Take it slow the next day because your body will benefit from a gentle workout and some down time. I admire you. So many kids are lazy and overweight these days. Enjoy the freedom that riding provides. Be proud of your fitness! I work full-time nights as a psychiatric nurse and I've ridden over 1200 miles this year.
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