Flattest Century in the East

[DeniseGoldberg]

Those that have done this before, are all the distances a loop? Does the century begin and end at the same spot?

Most of the (one-day) centuries in this area are loops. The exception to the rule are rides like the Pan-Mass Challenge which is a point-to-point ride (even the one-day option). There are other multi-day charity rides that are point-to-point too.

But both the Flattest Century in the East and the Seacoast Century are loops.
--- Denise

[Crankin]

I haven't sent in my registration, because my son is coming home on leave in September and I don't know exactly when.... I guess I can sign up and bite the bullet on the reg. fee if it conflicts.....
I had to throw away my old TE jersey. It didn't fit well and it was expensive. I got a small because there were no X-smalls. The top was way too big and the bottom was too tight. I never buy jerseys with elastic and this one had plenty. Maybe they will redesign.

Going to look at the FC site

I can ride any weekend except May 13 or June 11 (you ladies can come on my ride on June 11 if you want...... come on, sign up)

Robyn

[SpinSis]

I got my registration number yesterday! Something like #1035. I wonder if that is indicative of how many riders have signed up to date. Hope BF got his too. Forgot to ask.

And OT...can I just say, I love reading the TE Bulletin Board while eating lunch at work. Since I'm lucky if I even get outside until the end of the day, this is a nice substitute. Road my bike to work today, and plan to do the BF commute (15.5 miles to my darling ride) tonight.

[Surlygirl]

[QUOTE=SpinSis]I got my registration number yesterday! Something like #1035. I wonder if that is indicative of how many riders have signed up to date. Hope BF got his too. Forgot to ask.

I'm 1068 and I was wondering the same thing. Hubby still hasn't got his. Whats up with that. They were sent together. I think I'd better check on that if it isn't in the mail today.

[Patti37]

You all are motivating me to sign up for this ride...sounds as if I should make my decision soon.

[stella]

Have a great time on the TFC ride. I've done it a few times and it is quite fun! As was mentioned earlier, the pace is relaxed and it is very well organized. You do get a free t-shirt and magnet.

I've done the 75 mile loop and the 100mile loop. There is a low grade hill at the end. It is not a mountain, but was a surprise to me the first time I did it. I'm not sure they are changing the routes. I did start early in the a.m. and was not overwhelmed by the lance wanna-bes. I comfortably did my pace (around 14-15mph at that time).

And the food...well it does the trick but nothing to write home about. There are some stores along the way if you get sick of PB&J sandwiches, oranges and bananas.

Best of luck to all of you!

If any of you are doing a "training ride" to prep for this in the RI area or Western Mass (I divide my time btw the two places), let me know, I'd love to join you.

[Surlygirl]

Hey Stella, keep checking in, maybe you can join us on a ride if we ever get our acts together and organize one. (hint hint NE gang) I'm not to far from the Mass/RI border and I like to ride the Eastbay every now and then. Let me know if you are interested.

Jody

[PAP103]

I got my registration number yesterday! Something like #1035. I wonder if that is indicative of how many riders have signed up to date. Hope BF got his too. Forgot to ask.

I sent in my registration and forgot to include a SASE and got an email from NBW that said they have only 200 slots left!

Surlygirl, I'd like to ride East Bay with you. Maybe we should just set a date and post it for anyone that wants to join in. My next available date is Saturday May 13th.

Patty

[ChainsOflove]

Patty and STella

I'd love to ride the eastbay path with you guys on 5/13 if you are going!

I live in Newton, can drive somebody down if needed.

Joan

[stella]

yipes! May 13th may not work! I will be back home on the 12th and my 10y/o daughter has plans for me on the 13th!

I will let you all know asap.

[PAP103]

Why put off till 2007 what we CAN DO in 2006 ?????

My husband and I signed up for the Tri-State Seacoast Century coming up this September.
Denise

Congratulations, Denise! I am volunteering on the Saturday afternoon of that event. I may ride Saturday am or on Sunday.

Patty

[Denise223]

Hey Patty!

That's awesome that you'll be there, too ! Perhaps before September we can meet up for a ride or two.....

My husband just got home from work...so, we're heading out for a beautiful ride!!

Have a peaceful evening!

Denise

[natheless]

I sent in my registration and forgot to include a SASE and got an email from NBW that said they have only 200 slots left!

Surlygirl, I'd like to ride East Bay with you. Maybe we should just set a date and post it for anyone that wants to join in. My next available date is Saturday May 13th.

Patty

O boy, I hope you JUST got that email, because I just managed to remember my registration form *yesterday*!

Ack!

*crosses fingers*

[Surlygirl]

O boy, I hope you JUST got that email, because I just managed to remember my registration form *yesterday*!

Ack!

*crosses fingers*

Get on that girl! The more the merrier I always say. They were closed in May last year so hurry up.

[PAP103]

I got my number yesterday! I guess I'm doing it - my first. Looking forward to it.

Patty