busygizmo The last time I did the ride/race was when the event was called Ride242. Great event. And like you, I still have the socks. I have signed up twice since the ride was re-established but both times I have not shown up to do the ride. As you alluded to, the weather was nasty and I did not want to drive down just to ride in the rain and cold. I am keeping my fingers crossed that the ride this year will have nice weather.
Seattle Forrest Thanks for the tips on the smoke. Good to know. Hopefully the air quality improves before the day of the ride.