I stay at rest stop for no more than 10 minutes. You don't want to start cooling down.

If you have been riding regularly, 30 miles will be okay! Just pace your self and not get sucked up with the faster riders. Take your time and enjoy yourself. don't worry too much.

Oh you may want to have a small stiff plastic board with a clip inside a plastic zip bag. clip the route sheet onto the small board and mount it on the gooseneck or somewhere it doesn't get in a way.

Pay attention to the distance between the way points and colored arrows if the ride is marked. Keep an eye out for other riders. if you lose sight of other riders, you may want to double back to make sure you didn't go off course.

And enjoy your ride!!