So going to write up more details on the ride but here’s a quick summary on Day 1 as I updated Twitter/Facebook. I’ve got some photos even though I hate how fat I look in them.

5:53 a.m.: Wow it’s early. Need coffee.

8:00 a.m. Ride starts

11:18 a.m.: 38 miles complete so far. Still somewhat energetic.

1:28 p.m.: 52 miles down, 31 to go. (Lunch) Feeling my age.

2:31 p.m.: 62 miles down 21 to go.

3:49 p.m.: Current mood – surly. (76 miles in, following a leg-busting climb).

Approximately 4:30 p.m. Day 1 complete, 83.6 miles.