My 1st organized ride, or why it is important to drink

[keeper]

Luckily (??) I was right in front of EMS when I passed out. I have ridden longer distances, and am really careful about drinking, and I just did not close enough attention.

I am grounded until it doesn't hurt (at least a week or so, not to bad).

[SouthernBelle]

Glad you are relatively OK. Had to chuckle about the Gatorade. Electrolytes by osmosis.

[Sheesh]

Keeper - Sounds like you were very lucky! I'm glad you are okay.

I almost had a similar incident last weekend, though luckily I didn't pass out. I'm "training" for a century (very informal training) so Mr. Sheesh and I went out for a 62 mile ride. About 40 miles into the ride, I started to feel light-headed and could feel the black out coming on. I stopped and sat down on the curb. Mr. Sheesh was so concerned that he was ready to go home by himself, get the car, and come back to get me. I'm too obstinate for that, so I spent quite a bit of time drinking an entire bottle of gatorade and eating two GUs and a Clif Bar. I ultimately made it home, but it was a scary reminder that I do need to eat and drink more on those longer rides. The century is next weekend, and I'm already mapping out my eating and drinking routine. Hopefully I'll remember to stick with it, rather than get too caught up in the social atmosphere of the ride.

[rij73]

This thread is a good reminder to all of us to do whatever it takes to stay hydrated. Sounds scary what happened to you, but I'm so glad there were people right there to help.

It's also a good reminder to listen when our intuition is telling us something. Bet you are annoyed with yourself for not calling out for help as soon as you felt "off".

Hope the shoulder heals up quick!!!