LL, I'm not sure that's a good first/beginner alleycat. It's not one we're throwing (we're just helping promote) and it sounds pretty legit. But you could always offer to work a checkpoint to see how it goes (if you're interested in doing so, let me know and I can see if they need anyone). Working CP is a great way to get a feel for the alleycat scene.

Today I have to go pick up my bike with my car... Last night got really dehydrated to the point where I felt like I couldn't ride my bike home so I left it locked up in Wrigleyville. Hopefully it didn't get puked on, LOL.