V- When I heard that you didn't have functioning rear brakes I too was quite concerned.

When I got to the Marriott last night and found out that you had sagged in, I was both sorry and relieved. I was sorry you had to quit, but at least you were okay- my biggest worry considering your mechanical difficulties.

That you got as far as you did is an acknowlegment of all the work you did for this ride as well as your determination to even tackle such a hard course! I too am inspired! Great job and a great mark of the progress you have made in your ongoing training for these very difficult rides.