First, this is no way to suggest not seeing the Doc. Do it, be safe, be smart.
Getting the coppery, or keytone, taste in your mouth can also be a sign of depleted glycogen in your muscles. You mentioned you hadn't eaten or hydrated well before the ride. It could be you were bonked before you ever got on the bike.
Last edited by txvintage; 12-28-09 at 11:27 AM.