The first 100km are the hardest....right?

This Sunday I did my first ever 100 km ride, on a fixed gear too, from Lille, France to Oudenaarde, Belgium.  Perhaps a bit late in the day with less than 7 weeks before we set off...

It was definitely well worth doing, learning valuable lessons...

1. My hands really hurt during and after the ride, but I am pleased to report that 2 days later the feeling has returned in all but the little finger of my right hand!

2. It was very hot (and sweaty!) we're going to have to carry a lot of water with us on the bikes....

3. 100km is a long way.

4. You should always, ALWAYS wear suncream.