Almost everything is ready for the trip. Finished packing the bike over the weekend (decided to take the Scott) and now going over the checklist of clothing to take.

A more interesting checklist is to go through the preparation leading up to the event. Hills ... check, intervals .... check, rest ... check, time on the saddle .... check. When I look back at the training, adjustments in schedule and daily routine, it is a bit overwhelming. I can see I was definitely motivated for this one.

But the planning and training is done; it is time to concentrate on the event itself. I feel prepared and luckily, injury free. I was very concerned about overuse injuries. But other than the usual soreness aches and pains, I am pretty sure I am fine.

I watched "Hell on Wheels" one more time yesterday to get into the spirit of the event. I love that documentary. It gives one a behind the scenes perpspective of Tour de France and what the riders go through. Granted I will not be racing the event, I think the suffering in the mountains will be similar.

Anyway, I leave for France on Wednesday, so expect some live posts soon. I was pleasantly surprised to find out that I will have wi-fi at most hotels I will be staying at. So, assuming I have enough energy to type, I should be able to post updates often.