Originally Posted by
stonecrd
You know there is an annual Bike Across Florida (BAF) ride,
http://www.bikeacrossflorida.net/. It is a one day event and is supported. Last years winner did the 155 miles in about 6:35.
I know that Florida is flat (which makes the OP's 130 mile single day ride a possibility for me), but 155miles in about 6.5hrs is unthinkable. I'd need a 75 mile downhill to fantasize that I could come close to that speed.
I'd better get back to the trainer.