Testing out the new setup. Ready to get away.

Yes.
I attempted it last summer with zero training or preparation. The heat and elevation changes along with lack of enough water did me in and I couldn’t finish. That was in August and I hated that I failed.
I’ve been riding a lot more since then and will be taking another crack at it this summer.
Bloomington and the surrounding gravel can be very hilly, and the steep ones are not easy.
I’d suggest carrying more water than you think you may need, plenty of food, and taking breaks when you feel like it.
Good luck!