Jennings and Kevin laugh maniacally as the Navigator enters and finds a familiar scene...
...then promptly turn their backs on him and attend Kent's stricken bike.
A 13th place finisher overall in The Assault on Mt. Mitchell deigns to assist a mere mortal with his obliterated tube.
The Navigator's embarassing ride.
Everyone looks well-rested and fit before the adventure ride.
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Kent Peggram ponders the last ride for "ole betsy".
Several challengers discuss the next day's adventure ride plans.
...and then busies himself by egging them on. "Take him on the inside man !"
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Walker's Country Store - A sight for sore eyes.
A cold and frosty morning at the Crescent Challenge compound on Saturday.
The Navigator is mortified to find his bike prostrate and surrounded by the mechanics this time.
Everyone flops out at a brief rest stop crossing Hwy 181
Eric and Navigator ponder some vista, while Andy models latest in roller ball armor.
A frosty beer awaits the first brave soul to visit the out-house on Saturday morning.
The 2010 Challengers prepare to go their separate ways.
Everyone except for the Navigator, whose ears perk up at the sound of a howling sportbike...
Blood and Gore - A common sight at the Crescent Challenge