The biggest thing you need is the will to make the ride.
I really needed to see this today, so thanks!

I've been having a minor freak out kind of day over my own impending Big Ride (capitalized to show the proportions it takes on in my mind when I'm having nervousness around it) in about a week and half. Some days I feel like it's going to be fine, and others I question my sanity for having signed up.

My will/determination has never been an issue...feeling encouraged now.