I started out doing this races on 5 person open teams. I think it was in '96. Rarely did my team in the "early years" ever survive the night. I thought the soloist were nuts (I still do).1512A couple of years ago I decided to find someone really dependable and do this as a Duo team. That worked out well. (Tony - you better hook up with a team and quit working so much - TransAlp 04 is calling - and it's getting louder, my friend)1512Last year I made the switch to solo. I'm back for more. The riding in VA this season has been awful - way too much rain. This promises to be a bigger sufferfest than last year, but less of one than what I've got planned for next summer...Race Across America 2004. Anyone interested in "crewing" for that race? Be a great way to see the country in June (at a very "relaxed" pace).1512If you see me on the trail, don't run me over, give me some encouragement!