Racers get under way with a Lemans style start at midnite.

Andy Clark leads Steve Carter and Alan Christie up a short punchy climb in the dark.

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Sunrise brings rejuvination and warmth for the racers.

Sunrise also brings nice light for photography!

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Taylor Lideen started out well in the solo category, but bonked severely just hours shy of the finish.

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A racer heads across the backside of the course with the Bookcliffs in the background.

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