I decided to pace myself from the start and resisted the temptation to attack any hills - it proved to be a good plan , and I reached the first feed station after 20miles feeling fresh . I was rather perplexed to discover that the goodies on offer were not free ( as was suggested in the literature ) . I checked my pocket for money ... none to be found . I had a quick drink and continued on , worrying about how long I could continue without sustenance .

Question: Why did the writer pace themselves from the start ?
Answer: None of the above choices .Because they wanted to attack hills .Because the goodies on offer were not free .Because they did n't want to get exhausted before it was finished .