I’ve been at a loss for writing up my century ride. I figure I’ll spare you the mile-by-mile report and just focus on a the ups and downs. In 100 mikes, one experiences A LOT of them: mentally, physically, and topographically. I’ll just hit the main ones here and, in all likelihood, sprinkle a bit more about the ride throughout the week.
Downs
- I was plagued early on with the return of back pain
- As the ride continued, other parts of my body cried out in the choir of pain, pain, pain
- We rode past the vineyards of Napa but I did not taste a single drop of wine
- There were hills: VERY BIG, LONG HILLS
Ups
- I got to experience riding in a real pace line
- I tackled those BIG hills with only a little whining
- I stayed relaxed and even enjoyed the descents
- I was not alone
- I FINISHED
