Ride 365
Join Date: Nov 2004
Location: NYC/UpperDutchess, NY
Posts: 1,882
Bikes: '06 Cannondale Six 13 Pro 2, '05 Specialized Allez Elite, '04 Jamis Satellite, 90's Raleigh M-45 single speed conversion, 80's Fuji Team single speed conversion, 70's Schwinn World Sport
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Just did the NYC Century (my first) and am recovering nicely. If you were a vet of many centuries, I'd say go for some time/goal. But riding 100 miles for the first time is difficult enough for a first timer.
My goals were to finish in decent shape and before they closed down the last rest stop. I accomplished both of those goals and did it at a nice leisurely pace. (12mph).
I ate a big dinner (pasta) the night before, and a good breakfast the morning of. I also made myself eat and drink at every rest stop and along the way.