my first century

[spindizzy]

Kudos to you and your DH for finishing that terribly unsupported ride. And if there is one thing you need at the end is a place to get into dry clothes. The organizers have done a terrible disservice to the cause. I just did a metric century, in the rain. Lots of ride support and rest stops every 25-30k.

[kacie tri-ing]

Good for you!

I have only done one with my DH too...but we did one on our own. I was nervous about something like that happening, so we planned our own route where we knew there would be stores, etc. along the way.

I hope that you enjoyed it anyway. I was so proud of my legs...and back...and mind for making it through!

Great job!

[RoadRaven]

Doesn't sound like a well-organised event but you did it regardless. You got out there and finished. Well done you.
And in a true 'baptism' into century rides... water from the heavens...
Like others have already said - if you can ride your first century in those conditions, impressive - and future centuries will be more pleasant.

[beccaB]

We did the "One Helluva Ride" metric century back in July, and it was very well supported. I guess I expected all of them to be like that. On another note, aside from the uncomfortable pelting rain and wind, does anyone feel like cool wet air is performance enhancing? I used to like to run in the rain for that reason. Almost like the air has more oxygen in it?

[sundial]

Wow, what a first century! You must be very of your accomplishment. That certainly wasn't for the faint of heart. Any century hereafter will be a walk in the park compared to this one.

[gabriellesca]

CONGRATS!!! I just did my first Century a month ago and loved the experience. But I would have never been able to finish under those conditions!

GOOD FOR YOU!

[Kvixen23]

Way to go on your first century!!! Especially under the circumstances. I just did my first century on 9/6.....It was awesome and very well supported. I hope you find another one to do. At least you know you can finish with little to no support!!!