Welcome

You will learn and you are working toward a wonderful goal.

I did the Calif Aids Ride back in 2001. I just kind of jumped in and figured I'd figure out what to do after I signed up. It worked out perfectly.

Oh yeah, tons of bikes and pedals. You'll fall the requisite amount of once and then life will go on. It's not that bad. Perhaps the lightest bike won't be the best (honestly, I rode my best on this hybrid-type mtn bike) and the most important thing is you will have fun.

You will have a great time on the adventure of riding! I found that the AIDS ride groups are very supportive and will help in both the ride and in training. I also learned that the more I pushed myself, the stronger I was. Day 2 was sucky but Day 3 and onward I felt better and better.

What will your degree be in?