Hey everyone -

So the ride went really well! Here's its data: http://connect.garmin.com/activity/84111418

My strategy for the hills was just - SPRINT UP THEM! It worked since there was plenty of recovery time and we were at a good comfortable pace. So my quads didn't have to burn due to the gears and I was strong until the end where I was sprinting even faster up the hills and feeling well.

Rest stops were spectacular, stuffed several cliff gel packs in my jersey pockets. There was an immense variety of cookies and brownies, which was quite amazing.