Get some long rides in thee legs to iron out any mental/kit/nutritional issues. Once you've bagged a couple of 100 milers you'll have nothing to fear as you should have learned you 'ridealldaypace'.
As others have said eat plenty (filled baguettes are ideal!), pace yourself (if in doubt, slow down a bit) and don't forget to stop for coffee!
Get some long rides in thee legs to iron out any mental/kit/nutritional issues. Once you've bagged a couple of 100 milers you'll have nothing to fear as you should have learned you 'ridealldaypace'.
As others have said eat plenty (filled baguettes are ideal!), pace yourself (if in doubt, slow down a bit) and don't forget to stop for coffee!
Most of all do some training so you can Enjoy it!