Unsolicited advice: Go volunteer at an aid station

I've been riding for a couple of months, just hit 250 miles. Max distance so far is 20 miles.

I really wanted to ride the 30-mile route at Gravel Locos this year but wasn't sure I was ready.

So, I signed my wife, my 2-and-a-half-year-old, and myself up to volunteer at an aid station on the 150 mile route.

We had such an amazing time. We got to interact with riders of all levels, help wrench on a couple of bikes, lube chains, fill bottles, pour ice down jerseys, hand out snacks, make new friends, and be a part of the event even though I wasn't racing.