I'm geared at 70 gear inches. My normal rides cover about 2k ft elevation gain, so I thought it wouldn't be too bad. There are plenty of hills around here and I've been trying to hit them pretty hard. The big climb smack dab in the middle is what worries me a little. Not looking to win, but just a new challenge for me.

And good thought, **********--I'll keep telling myself it's not a race. Will ease the nerves.