Originally Posted by will dehne
You know, I read your post and I am thinking how different we are. I would never, never (never) sign up for an event unless I got all the cards stacked in my favor. I would train that course until I am sure to be at least in the middle of any pack they come up with. But hell, I am German, that explains it.
For a 31 mile non-competitive ride? Good grief, man. Learn to relax!