Message #12016

[jim-ratliff]

 I had planned a century 100 mile ride this coming weekend in the area of Ithica NY. Just found out it involves 3000 ft of climbing. One or the other is do-able, not both at this time.

Mike:
The fingers of land in between the lakes have some climbs, probably similar to your bridge climb. A bit steep, but not a long distance (I might guess 500-700 feet eleveation over 3/4 of a mile).  I admit I walked up a couple for 100 yards or so.? What about pre-positioning a car at the half way point (or a metric Century) so you can bail out if the full Century is too much.? Accomplishing a longer ride like that is very gratifying.