NYC Century?

[Jason B]

Having always wanted to bike NYC, I dove into the deep end and registered for the NYC Century on Sept. 9th. It looks like a hoot, hitting almost every NY nook and cranny (which may not be a good thing). To be the ultimate poser I will most likely be riding my fixed gear (IRO) which I currently only use for my 20 mile commute. I undoubtly will be regretting miles 21-100 very quickly and most likely will end up at Jimmy’s Bar by 10:00am. It is either the IRO or my speedy carbon which will crack on one curb and won’t make look any less a poser (my typical NY dalema, what to wear to fit in). Anyone have a Varsity I can barrow?
But seriously, Anybody ever do the NYC Century before and could give my some pointers?
Thanks
Jason B
http://nyccentury.org/

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[americancyclo]

looks like they give you 12 hours to finish. If you can manage 8.5 mph, you’ll be fine. I’m sure there will be a lot of other fixed gear riders, and I know Dirt has done many fixed gear century rides. You’ll be fine. Enjoy!

[Jason B]

It was a fun ride if you get the chance. I would put in the category of the 50 States ride. Good sights, many neighborhoods, but not too serious. Very diverse crowd, Cervelos to Huffy’s.
Btw, easily done on a fixed gear. Only a few very doable hills. I sometimes forget how many hills we hit in Arlington on even the shortest commute.
Beside, getting some real pizza was worth the sweat.

[Mark Blacknell]

Huh. Sounds like a good alternative to Bike New York.

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