Pre- Ride...

The Venue itself:
I have slammed Granny before for such a crappy job down at snow shoe. Just a quick note as to this venue: It is spectacular. Yes you miss out on the whole condo thing, but the course, which really at the end of the day is most important, is spectacular. Rolling, technical, good climbing, very little fire road. Hats off, additionally the real time timing was kick ass, friends that didn't make the trip could follow results as the race went on from home, so despite not having cell service unless you were standing on somebody's RV, everyone at home could follow along. My argument has always been that with Granny, at snowshoe, was that you didn't feel like you got your money's worth, and that they were nickel and dimeing you at every corner. Not the case here, they really did a job. nice showers, good food, and it didn't feel like granny was trying to steal a 5 spot out of my pocket any chance she got. Everything was very well done. Great job Granny. Frances rules.