First Century plus

[jobob]

I think she can too, and I tend to err on the conservative side.

Just make sure not to skimp on the training, but don't overdo it (yeah that was helpful )

[Wahine]

With the ride in August, I think there's time. I vote for go for it. Besides, it's a fully supported ride. If you get too tired, catch a ride. There's no harm in trying and you're not going to get stranded anywhere. You just have to give yourself permission to say "I've had enough" and not feel bad about it.

Oh, oh. I think I may have just convinced myself to do a hilly century in later in April.

[Brandy]

I agree...plenty of time to train!

[Offthegrid]

Sounds exciting! Congrats on the road bike. I know it's a long way away, but I just wanted to add to make sure not to go out too hard on the day. It's easy to get carried up in the excitement and to want to ride with a group of cyclists, but if they're going beyond your ability, you're better off to slow down so you can complete the ride.

And trust me, there is no one who will boo you for going "too slow." I've gone so slow up some hills that I feared I'd even fall over.