Hey KSH...what part of Texas are you in? I am in the Dallas area. Do you ride the Hotter n Hell 100? How about the Waco Centry?

I have been riding for several months. It appears I am meant for endurance. I too am like the turtle, sloooow but steady. I would love the speed and I do continue to increase, but I guess that will come with time, training, and strength. I am getting better at the hills, but they still kick my behind. I can take a few, but if there is too many, I am spent quickly. I may have to accept that I am 50 and may not be a speedy hill climbing demon...LOL! I love to ride and sight-see. So maybe the endurance for distance is my thing.