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Old 01-19-08, 07:02 PM
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Just signed up for my first-ever road race...

It's on February 3rd (so that gives me 2 weeks). Catagory 5, 36 miles. I've never raced before, but am looking for something to get my competitive side going on a bike.

So, how does it work? What can I expect? What should I bring with me? How should I prepare? What is Cat. 5 like? What's the typical speed?

Any and all advice anyone can offer would be of great help, and appreciate.
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theres this thing, called the search function, as well as several other threads currently active that have your answer.
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theres this thing, called the search function, as well as several other threads currently active that have your answer.
For example, right next to this thread:

https://www.bikeforums.net/33-road-bike-racing/380059-first-race-last-minute-tips.html
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