Sorry for wandering off subject here Pete et al.

Felix, yes Patty teaches me a little something every time I go up there! If we are going to ride at 3 in the afternoon, I try to get to the shop at 10 AM! So far we have covered taping handlebars, cleaning and greasing all the ball bearings, chain lube and replacement, freewheel service, wheel truing, and the ever popular flat repair! These people love to ride, and they do everything they can to promote this sport!

AF, read the label on a can of light beer....half the calories of a sode pop, carbs, protien, no fat, not a bad sports drink! If the alcohol just didn't inhibit the bodies ability to absorb water, a banana and a beer would be the perfect post-ride snack!