Zen. KD. We missed you. My friend ended up calling while we were still on the trail and saying she watched the guys but wasn't staying for her own race....she was heading home. So, we didn't head to Lilipons and went instead to Bassett's in Poolesville for lunch. We called both of you, but neither of you had your cell phones turned on!!
We got in our 30. It rained the whole way there, but stopped as we arrived and remained rain-free the whole time. That's not to say it was DRY, however. Trail was quite muddy - lots of puddles.
Here's a before and after pics. Bike had to get a nice bath when I got home...KD, the chain is now so shiny...you'd be proud!
Sadly, as I was putting my gear away, I noticed my helmet strap was broken! Not the chin strap...but the bracing strap that holds the helmet on your head. So, I had to head down to the LBS afterwards and get a new helmet. Drat!
Here they are in shiny newness, packed and ready to go.


Here's what happens when you ride a muddy trail with no rear fender:


Here's the finished icky: