Great grandma beginner

[Sky King]

Now I'm feeling very encouraged to give this a try. Do people ever ride that far on the flats and call it a century? Why can't I live in Kansas?

Does it have to be done in a group? I'm thinking if I just rode around until I hit 100 miles that would suit me. I don't know if we even have 100 miles of road around here, especially paved flat stretches but it would be possible to ride the same 5 mile piece 20 times

Is one "allowed" to rest, like take a break?

Right now I figure it would take me 15 hours! That's all the daylight we have, too.

Your tag says central idaho, think about coming down to Boise next spring and riding one of the charity rides - http://www.bikingbis.com/idaho-bicycle-ride-calendar/ Cycle for Independence is a really nice one w/ a metric century.

If you are in Boise sometime, bring your bike and let me know and we can for for a fun "old lady" ride along the river or something.

Finally - consider some power grips, a great alternative to cleats.http://store.biketouringnews.com/pow...nce-pedal-kit/

[Kathi]

How far are you from the "Trail of the Couer d Alenes"? It's 74 miles, mostly flat. There are small towns along the way where you can get food and water. You can ride 50 miles out then ride back.

Organized centuries have designated sag stops where food and water is available. There are other riders so you have companionship. There is sag service available in case you break down on the road or for some reason can't finish the ride.