Bend Racing cruised through the paddle and was the first to arrive at the My Topo TA #3. They have opened up a lead on the second place team Grit Adventures.

Team VERT dropped back a bit as they did not have portage wheels to assist with the two portages on the paddle. WEDALI, the defending champion has had a few mishaps along the course as well. A rear derailleur hanger issue slowed them up on the bike stage. Luckily, a local bike shop was open to save the day. Then they missed the punch on CP 13 and had to back track to punch the control.

Tower Racing continues a steady pace to keep in touch with the lead pack.

Defending male division champions, Gearjunkie are leading that category on the paddle while Feral Femmes have a 5 point lead over BRF BARF in the female division.