That's what I dread the most about long distance rides on these remote local routes - no water! That alone would give me the most anxiety. Even with my little loop rides of 50 miles or so in the Santa Monicas, I map out in my head where I have to refill. I suppose bringing two bottles would solve that problem, but I don't see the point if I'm smart about the refill.

Also, congrats on the finish! 90 degrees aside, you probably couldn't have picked a better time with much of the land still green and the really hot temps yet to come. Please do write at length about it.