Originally Posted by
StephenH
Just keep riding, work your way up to longer distances, see how it goes.
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Just start riding longer; winter in NC is a good time to start doing longer rides. Pick days when the temps are expected to be mild. Much easier to build endurance when you are not also having to learn how to deal with the heat and humidity. Eat foods and drinks you can get on the route.
Enjoy the ride.
Ride for the enjoyment.