My first century is this Sunday and my training partner has opted to do 55 instead. (He is also now my exBF! ) I know some other people doing the century but they are way out of my league. One guy that I know from group ride is doing it but he rides straight through (he is also doing the Santa Fe Century the day before- he is INSANE!! and obviously really fit!!)

So I am flying solo.

I am told that everyone stays in a big pack for the first 25, so that part is a breeze. After that, I am prepared to meet new people and hopefully latch on to a group.

I need some advice about hydration and food intake. I realize that everyone is different but what is your strategy? I am a picky eater so I was planning on making & carrying my own PB&J sandwich for lunch. I bought 2 Gu's and some Clif bars. I use Cytomax and plan to bring extra in baggies to make more at the stops (there are 4). Any thoughts on how often to Gu? How much to eat and how often?

I am nervous about doing this by myself but I trained for this and I want to do it. Any advice will be helpful. Thank you!