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The title of this post also happens to be the title of my college admissions essay, which was about a mountain bike ride. This time, though, I’m talking about a road ride. Specifically, the Tri-State Seacoast Century, which I will be riding in this coming weekend, rain or shine. I’m planning to attempt the 100-mile ride, which will be my first century ride if I’m successful.

So far this year I’ve put 1200 miles on my bike and done a couple of solo 70-mile rides. I think once you can ride 50-60 miles, it’s all mental after that. You just keep turning the pedals over until you’ve reached your goal. Since there will be hundreds of other cyclists doing this ride, it should be easier to stay motivated.

I expect the ride will take me somewhere around 7 hours to complete. I’m really looking forward to it, as it’s a personal goal I set for myself late in the Spring.