Race courses are normally open to traffic. Learn to ride with cars. Ride cautiously and remember...you will rarely win the battle against a one-ton piece of moving metal. Again, work to eventually cover the distance of your upcoming race. Practice spinning. If you feel the legs burning and the pedals revolving slowly, you are in too high of a gear. Move to a gear that allows your legs to spin at 80 to 90 revolutions per minute or higher. Remember, you still have a run to do after the bike. Once comfortable at the race distance, try going up to double the distance slowly on some training days. On others, find a deserted road and perform sprint drills for speed at shorter distances. You may wish to hook up with organized groups that conduct weekday rides. Always wear a helmet...you will never race in a Time Out! New England Triathlon Tour event without one! Stretch completely after your ride.