Good thing you were not way out in the middle of nowhere when that happened, Keeper. I am glad you are ok (almost ok). My first long ride last summer (2006), I ended up passing out while taking a shower, and I know it was the direct result of not drinking enough or eating enough. I hate carrying my camelback, but I am happy I have it because it is so easy to take a drink and I drink from it instinctively. I am glad you still think it was a fun ride (until the end ).