Originally Posted by richjac
51.7 miles; I decided to go for it - and I discovered that I feel pretty much the same after 50 miles as after 25 or 30.
Well done on the birthday ride. I think a lot of us are discovering that we can do a little more than we thought we could do.
Food/fluids are IMHO critical for longer rides. You should start experimenting with what works for you.