We can't believe the race is just a few days off! I'm have so much fun getting ready for it, but I'm sure I am forgetting to do and pack a few things. Just part of being a first-time racer. The K-State girls who raced a couple years ago are an incredible help, suggesting what to bring, what to expect and even offering to help out with weather updates when we're on the race. Thanks, Niki and Robin!

Right now one of the big challenges is packing for ourselves and the airplane (bug cleaner, oil, etc.) for eleven days. ARC requires us to start the race with full fuel. This leaves very, very little weight for charts, headsets, clothes, laptop, engine oil, everything! We also want to keep our speed up, so the luggage weight needs to stay down.

Today a report from the Kansas City Star interviewed each of us, so expect to see a story in the KC Star sometime this week or early next week.

We can't thank our sponsors enough. Merritt and I have had our eye on this race for a couple years now, and neither of us could go without everyone's support. Thank you!