Hurray! I finished my first half century today! I rode in the Tour De Hills, which is run annually in the Hills district in Sydney. The weather was perfect, slightly overcast and cool which was nice, since the weather's been pretty warm and humid.

The only blemish in the ride, was that I was very nervous at the starting line, and managed to fall off my bike. This may sound pretty dumb, but I always find getting on my bike, and starting off, a little tricky, with the clipping in, and keeping balance, etc. Well with the crowds of cyclists on top of that, it was too much and I fell... (*Any advice here would be gratefully received!*)

Luckily I didn't cause anyone else to fall, so I just waited till everyone else left, and there was some clear room ahead. And I'm very lucky because my hubby who was riding with me, was very very supportative and worried for me.

Other than that little mishap, it was a great ride, and I did it in 2 and a half hours averaging 20kph. I even managed this very steep little bit, which the group I cycle with go on and on about, but with a bit of pre training, I was prepared (and determined!).

Anyway, next year it'll be the Century! Gulp! I can't wait.