MichaelDP,
I think we can give better advice if you are more specific.
Do you have anything particular in mind for your century as far as route or an organized ride?
What kind of distances and climbing are you doing now?
From now until next summer is plenty of time to prepare for a century, even if you are not riding long distances now.
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