sweet, thanks everyone!

I was out there last summer and rode the strand on a rented beach cruiser (fun, but ow!), so I understand the gauntlet aspect. I was thinking that might be a good first ride before we attempt the PV loop and other more hilly rides. BF can probably handle it as he goes out with his semi-pro buddies in Colorado, but I'm still new so we'll just have to take it a little slower and it will definitely be a fun challenge for me!