BikerHen - I have to say your attitude alone is going to get you there. I'm going to giggle about your handle all day. Thanks for making my day!

I think you're on the right path. Ride several days a week and just gradually increase the length of your weekend rides. Then if you can increase the length of one of your weekday rides, you'll be be there. Be sure to mix up the pace, length and intensity of the rides. Read through all these forums on eating and drinking so you can ride farther and recover quickly.

I'm sorry about the attitude of some of the riders you come across. We all have had that experience. I could give you my own theories on this but it might offend some people. Don't let their attitude ruin your ride.

Welcome and thanks for the giggle.

BikerHen . . . hee hee hee.