Quote Originally Posted by Velocivixen View Post
Thanks radacrider. I know you're right about it being "mental". My friend actually has done a 500+ mile ride around Canada with a group. It rained a lot and she was the only one who completed the entire trip even through the rain. I think it helps to have group/ride cycling experience to know how to pace, adjust, etc. in times where it just sucks. Now I have some experience and I will know how to adjust better. Even for this ride I spoke with several riders after the event and they had signed up for the 68 mile ride and bailed out after 30-40 due to the weather.
I'm proud of you for getting out and doing it! My husband and I had a rare morning alone (the kids were at my parents') and were going to go for a ride together, something we never get to do. We both woke up, looked outside, and agreed that we'd rather stay in and read the paper So kudos to you for doing that ride! It was NASTY out there yesterday!

Have you done any of the Woodstock Bike Gallery Ladies-only rides? They have them twice a month. I used to ride with the ladies out of the Hollywood shop, and it was always a good ride. Got me used to riding in a group again and pacing for a 30+ mile ride.