Longest Solo, Most Climbing Yet!

[mimitabby]

Gee, Starfish, you've already did a ride harder than a 1 day STP.
You're right though; you need to find a paceline. that's the only way to complete a 1 day STP in a reasonable time!

[Veronica]

I do very little paceline riding on a double century. I actually don't like riding in a paceline very much. I like to be able to look around and see the scenery.

V.

[Starfish]

Wahine: Good for you with your 6 hour ride! I know the longer rides were causing you a little motivational issue. Sounds like you've broken through. I'm up for a ride up here anytime...although I know you're a lot faster than me...you'd have to be patient! I'd also love to come down there for a ride...but the next couple months are going to be rough to coordinate any travel for me, and I know you're working on your house!

Mimi: I feel unsure that my Friday ride was harder than a 200 mile ride. I've only done STP once, but I recall that the rollers on day two were a little hillier than I remember people portraying them. Mimi, have you done a 1-day STP? If so, wanna do it again someday!?! (Wahine, Veronica, you too, for that matter!)

Veronica: The thing about STP is that there really isn't much in the way of scenery! LOL To me, its main selling point as a first double would be that over 200 miles, it only climbs something like 2000 feet!

[maillotpois]

I'm NEVER one to knock a flat ride but bear in mind that on a truly flat ride, one tends to not shift one's weight around as much, get out of the saddle, etc., as they might on a hillier ride. So a super flat double can be hard on the lower regions than a hillier one. A moderate climbing route may be a better 1st double choice....

Just a thought.

- MP, who loooves a flat, fast ride in spite of her moniker

[Starfish]

MP, thanks! Actually, this is kind of encouraging, because frankly STP is just a really crowded ride for my taste. You have encouraged me that maybe a smaller double with a rolling profile (in a sunny climate!) might be the ticket!

And, hey, anyone who is reading this thread (Wahine? Mimi? MP?, V?) there is a ride in Montana every June called RATPOD that is in GORGEOUS country and falls smack in the middle of a Century and a Double Century...hint, hint...

[Wahine]

Starfish - the house is done. Well, it's functional for guests at least. You're welcome anytime.