Quote Originally Posted by snapdragen
For me the definates are
Cinderella
Holstein 100
I did Holstein 100 last year. I have to say it was my favorite. Perhaps because
1) it was my last century ride for 2005
2) it was my first century on my new bike (Miss Dulce de Luna - the pink Orbea)

It was a challenge getting up the big climb with my new compact double (my bike with the triple and 34 in the back was stolen). I was really encouraged by the other riders to stick it out when I was about to give up. One guy in particular coached me up the most challenging climb of the day. I ended up sticking with him and his friends the rest of the ride. We even took our picture together at one of the picture areas along the way. Dinner afterwards with them was a blast - they all had a great sense of humor.