Ridecamp: Re: [RC] Ready for 55?

If a type A personality is controllling, I'm type A. If a type A is thrilled
with numbers, that's me. If a type A is extremely analytical...that's me,
too. I love to get the numbers and watch the progress via metrics. That's
one reason I got the heart rate monitor (just picked it up this morning). I
also have a GPS that I use while riding and come home to superimpose our
track over maps when I get back. It's part of the fun for me, but is also a
source of frustration if things are not progessing like I think they should.

You have tons more experience than I do. I have done a total of 2 LDs. And
that was 3 years ago no less. My horse has only done a 35 two years ago. So
I hang out on ridecamp and ask questions to learn from people exactly like
you....with more experience and willing to share wisdom.  :)

Thanks for the advice. I think we will just go out and try the 55. My
husband says if we get pulled or decide half-way through that it's not the
time for a 55, who cares. He just wants me to go out and have fun.

April
Nashville, TN


superpat wrote:

Hay there, April,
I wonder if you are a "type A" and I a lowly type F or G?
I have never been anxious about what mph my horse and I are achieving. In
over 2000 miles (not bragging, and I realize that is not a whole bunch) of
50's with a couple of 60's my horse has only been pulled once (rider
pull...she kicked herself 13 miles into our first 100).
I would advise that you relax, go out for long, steady paced rides with as
much climbing as you can find thrown in and go ride a 50 miler. Be aware of
your horse and aim for a steady pace. Don't worry about the speed. And I
will guarantee that you will have a fun time and arrive at the finish line
with a huge smile on your face.
Pat



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