I think I should try riding regularly before the next time I attempt a very hilly century (or 96-miler, as the case may be). That said, I did finish the ride, and it was a fun time for all (as far as I could tell, anyway).

For me, today's ride was an exercise in riding intelligently. Very careful and disciplined pacing. Riding rather efficiently. Knowing the course well and making the few hard efforts really count. And, of course, it was also a great day out on the bike.

Thanks Frank for organizing, and thanks Tiffanie for driving SAG.