First 30 Mile Event Ride-What I Need to Know

[Catrin]

...One more thing, be sure to have a map of the course with you and be sure to pay attention to what color arrow is being used for the 30 mile course. My first 60 mile group ride ended up being an 85 mile group ride because I followed the wrong arrows and turned right when I should've turned left. Trust me, you don't want to do that!

Most importantly, have fun.

+100 on this. On my last good organized ride last September before my injuries, I added several hours to my ride by following the wrong arrow...I finally had to take a shortcut back to the start from one of the SAGs and was unable to finish the ride. I would have stuck with it if my leg hadn't been in pain by that point - so double-check all of your arrows or whatever markings they choose to use. With multiple routes this mistake can be easy to make.

Having fun is the very most important thing

[jlnc]

I'm glad you posted this question VVixen...i have a 25 mile ride this weekend, and all of this advice will be helpful! I think the hardest thing for me will be to remember to ride at my own (slow!) pace and not get caught up in the excitement. We've got another hot humid day predicted for Saturday, so I have to remember to drink, drink drink!!
Hope you enjoy your ride!