First organized bike ride on Saturday! What should I expect?
I will be doing the 45 mile route at Pedaling the Prairie in Hempstead, TX this weekend. I've been training myself to ride 32-35 miles comfortably. What are some tips for a relatively beginner rider like me doing this ride? It's a non-competitive ride but I have no idea how competitive a bunch of the other riders are there so I am hoping I don't look like an idiot who is way behind the pack, as I can only average about 15 mph, and that's on relatively flat terrain. Also, what important tips do you recommend for my very first organized bike ride and common mistakes to avoid?
Thanks!