Hello-- well, a little over a week ago, I decided to try and add some more distance to what I had been riding. The most I have ever ridden at one time was 20 1/2 miles and I only did that once. So when an informal group ride sponsered by the local cycling association offered several lengths, I decided to give the 35 miler a shot. I was a little nervous since there were no SAG's or even reststops set up, so we carried our own water and snacks. I managed to finish, but it was getting into the 90's by the time I got back to the start and was having some cramps. Unfortunately, back on one of the county roads they had torn up the road and were getting ready to repave, so we had to back track a little. That made the total distance 36 miles, just what I needed - an extra mile- haha! I was fine after getting back to the start and drinking more water and sitting in my air conditioned car for awhile. I was fine the rest of the day and really stoked! But I think my next distance ride will be 27-30 miles. I had only been riding 9 weeks when I tried this and I decided that maybe it was a little too far too soon for an old lady.
Just goes to show we can do it if we have to-right?

Congrats on the pictures! Thats thrilling!!!

Bye and happy cycling!