Quote Originally Posted by MomOnBike
We're talking the very first part of May, and I'm not ready!
Does this mean you need to fill all our water bottles and buy some tubes? Or does it mean the longest ride you've ever done before is to the grocery store and back?

Having never done a bike tour, here's my take. I would think the progression would be:
1. Fully supported tour.
2. Unsuported tour with other veterans (someone else is the leader).
3. Unsuported tour with novices (you are the leader).
4. Unsuported tour solo.

That's the way I would ease into touring. Also, I would increase the length of rides.

Good luck! It does sound like quite an adventure!

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Quote Originally Posted by MomOnBike
Ride 'til you get there!