100 Days - Welcome

Hello Gents

Welcome to Train of Pain - one of the top 10 sites on the Web for information related to the big ride in May. There are 100 days remaining until the ride begins - which means your training MUST begin within 6-8 weeks from now.


I'll be managing this Blog for the purposes of a) providing useful & late-breaking information b) making fun of all concerned and c) serving to chronicle and archive this epic journey. But mostly the making fun part.


You all can, and will be encouraged to, post comments as well. It's really easy. And, as opposed to email strings, all will be centralized here. Also, as we embark on the ride, we'll be able to update the site from the road via laptop and cell phone. So loved ones and probation officers will stay informed and amused.

As not everyone knows everyone, one goal is to profile each person going on the ride. Also, we'll get per-day maps posted, as well as the information about lodging whereabouts. My understanding is that some of you enjoy the occasional libation, so we'll address drinking holes as well.

Much more to come.