It's racing to the extreme, lots of unknown variables to factor in a win.
It's always been and always will be a case of "How fast you wanna go? How much you have to spend?" Team 52's skills and knowledge of the area gave them a huge advantage last year, which has been taken to a whole nutha' level in 09.
Just thought I would pass along some info I got from Jes at the Lakebed.
I guess Richard rolled somewhere and messed up one of his struts. Seems to be back running again with a spare, last reported position was coming down Jackhammer. Should be close to finishing soon.
That's racing for ya. Just finishing this race is an accomplishment in itself, all things considered.