Hey Bianchi -- ! You'll love the clipless -- get the Speedplays. I much prefer the cycling shoes -- more support and comfort.

I guess I'll update you guys here on my MS150 ride adventure. I was training hard & the longest ride I had done at 3.5 weeks ago was 54 miles.

Then it hit. The dreaded ear infection. LOL I've never had one of those & MAN -- did it hurt & did it last FOREVER.

First I was given an antibiotic, decongestants & ear drops. Then a stronger antibiotic. Next prednisone (steroids). Yesterday, my ears finally started popping like they may be clearing up & the pressure is lessening. Holy Cow!!!

Anyway, I've been training for 3 weeks now on a stationary bike & the longest I've gone is 15 miles at a time. I have been doing that 3 times a week & 2 other days doing morning interval training on my elliptical at home. Not easy when you feel like you need to go to the hospital. LOL

My ride is next weekend & hopefully I'll be 100% by then. Regardless, I'm doing it. Except there's a hurricane looming out in the ocean now that may be heading towards our coast -- which is where the ride ends up at.

Such fun & excitement!