Hi Smilingcat. I just saw your post and looked at the course. It's kinda in my backyard too (live in Westwood, but ride the Mdr to PV bike path. That shows the kind of riding I do!!) Anyway, I would sure like to do that ride. I have never raced at all and I don't even know the rules. I would be in the 55 to 60+ group. Also, I have done very little riding this year so am totally out of shape. Guess I'll just watch!!