While I'm not 50+ I'm doing this ride in Saturday, maybe I'll see you there! I'm also doing the 200 km ride, which for a Clydesdale is gonna be interesting. I did the HHH 100 km last year and had a blast so I figured this would be a nice progression. Being a bigger guy I just try to stay within myself, eat every time my garmin beeps (I have it set for 5 miles), and drink often. I'll usually stop at the rest stops if just to top off the water and stretch for 30 seconds.

For riding with others, if you find the right people then totally. Just make sure not to over extend yourself to maintain their pace.

Hope to see you out there! Look for he big guy in red with the Catlike whisper helmet, you can't miss me.