Goo,
Yes it is a bit close. That certainly wasn't my intention, but it is the way it has worked out. I'm definitely not doing PfS this year. The thought of doing 55 miles with thousands of wobbly cyclists (including me!) and getting a wee bit of bread and soup for lunch, doesn't inspire me!
I considered doing the 100 miler, but I have heard that the route is uninspiring. Instead I wan't to ride with a much smaller group of cool and groovy people (ok, HJ will be there as well...) having a laugh and some banter and getting some nice cake. you'd also get to meet the woman mad enough to marry me!!
Oh, and the entry fee is quite a bit cheaper as well!