You got the win on an unfamiliar area, even with a big error. Wow.
How is Planet Krypton anyway?
Great job! Btw the race *was* an hour longer (and more) for some people. :) When I saw the splits last night, I was floored to see that you had such a great time with an 11-minute error. Often when people say, "I messed up #5", they are talking about a minute or two. But you really meant it! :) I guess we'll need to add back the Advanced Course option next year, given the number of riders who beat our estimated 75-minute winning time!
Hah, thanks 'Bent.
Thanks so much for the fun race, Bash. Yeah, i'm still shaking my head about that #5 gaffe - got caught up in the excitement and forgot to read the map. glad there are no bread crumbs to show the scenic route i took. the fact that it took me 5 minutes to realize i should get my compass out of my pocket is a tad embarrassing for a supposedly experienced navigator :-)
Another navigator said the same thing. She was puzzling over something, then realized she had a useful tool in her pocket!