I know it's crazy but..

[Jo-n-NY]

Congratulations to two awesome ladies. You both did GREAT!!!!

~ JoAnn

[spokewench]

Great Stories Ladies! We all knew you could do it! Now . . . . the next one!

[CycleChic06]

Ok, reading all your success stories about riding distances you've never ridden before, and reading about how everyone gets so nervous before group rides has made me feel sooo much better about my ride coming up this weekend!

I signed up for a 60 mile Tour de Cure ride that takes place this Sunday. I don't know what I was thinking when I signed up for that distance. Last year I did the 30 mile route and it was no big deal, and the end of last summer when I was riding every weekend, doing 45 miles or so, 100K would have been no problem. But so far this year I haven't done more than 35 miles a couple times. I'm seriously doubting whether I can do this 60 miles.

But after reading all your stories, I feel better about it, I know I can do this. It'll be such a personal accomplishment for me to finish this. But I'm still on the verge of chickening out and doing the 30 mile route...can I do this ride???

[Tri Girl]

Oh you can do it- you MUST!!! If you only do the 30 you'll regret it. Get on out there, do the 60 and have some fun. It's not like you have to do it in 3 hours or anything. Take your time, enjoy the scenery, make a new friend or two and have some fun!!! You'll be glad you did.

[Flybye]

Get an inner drill sarg. if you must, but do it!!!
I want another success story!
If it is a personal accomplishment victory will be even sweeter.
Just remember hydration, food, and pace yourself.
Go baby, Go!!!

[LadyinWhite]

I considered bailing on the 60miler but I think, looking back, I'd be so disappointed with myself if I had. Once you are riding, everything will just fall into place.

I also agree about stopping and enjoying - it's not a race. I stopped at a yard sale and at my friend's apt. Why not? Not to mention the rest stops were amazing. (one was giving out jelly beans! )

You'll do great!

[CycleChic06]

Thanks for all the encouragement. I really need it! I'm wicked nervous, but kinda looking forward to the challenge. I'll let you all know how it goes...