congrats on the century!
Did two centuries labor day weekend, soninlaw and I, his first.
kentwood to bitely friday, then back on memorial day taking the scenic route 208+ miles overall, not exactly sure of the total as the computer pickup stopped working at 208 on the white pine trail.
For recovery I normally take the main ride in normal riding mode, then cruise around a bit (10-15 sometimes even 20 miles) afterwards to ease the muscles into relaxed mode, riding easy and drinking chocolate milk till I relax completely. when I do that I don't have any recovery issues. If I do stop dead at the finish I get stiff and sore the next day.
Ken.