I'm a TNT coach, though I generally do Tucson on my own as a race. It is a great event. What TNT chapter are you riding with?

This is a huge event, so in addition to being comfortable riding in a paceline, it is also good to be comfortable riding in groups surrounded by other riders. The ride thins out a bit, but the fisrt 10 miles or so - at least to the first river crossing - are generally pretty thick with people.

You should have plenty of long training rides with your team and be well prepared for this! It is not a difficult century as there is not a lot of climbing - so it is a perfect first century ride. The expo and finish area are also great - it really feels like a big party compared to most century rides.

I met Floyd Landis last year at the Tour de Tuscon and Bob Roll the year before that!!