Wednesday, June 13, 2012

Annnnnnd They're Off!


Note:  This was written on Tuesday, June 12th but was unable to find a location in the desert to transmit.

Excitement was high this morning.  I showered at 5 and by the time I walked out, my room mate and vehicle partner, Mike, was already out of the room and getting ready.

By the time I finished fueling the main vehicles, most of the rest of the crew was moving about.  We ate breakfast and proceeded to the vehicles for a final briefing.

All of the electronics were reviewed one more time and we then went right into a review of the medical supplies and how to keep Cassie healthy.  One more review of eating and drinking necessities and a talk about checking the resultant output and we were ready to mount up!

The start area was buzzing with excitement and we were fortunate to be paid a visit by one of Cassie's nutrition experts who gave us some additional instructions.

The racers were introduced and they were off!

We are currently sitting in Christmas Circle in the middle of Borrego Springs, waiting for the arrival of Cassie so that we can change crews.

We're hoping that she has enough stuff to make it to Brawley before she needs to shut down.

I think she will.

Next up:  To Brawley and beyond!

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