The three lead teams have opened a significant gap on the rest of the field. In an unexpected development, the media covering the event have suffered an array of injuries to rival the Eco-Challenge. Although details are sketchy at this point, it has been reported that a cameraman shooting the Challenge for the Outdoor Life Network had a mishap at the climb site and sprained his shoulder and back. At nearly the same time, back on the bike course, an independent cameraman working for OLN wiped out on a mountain bike while shooting footage of a team. He may have suffered a shoulder injury, but details are unavailable.
Reports indicate a shoulder injury that required medical attention.
The teams will race throughout the rest of the night, interspersing two trekking legs with another climbing challenge. By the time dawn breaks, they will mount their bikes once more and press toward a much-welcome finish. Go to morning race report . Inc. All rights reserved. Do not duplicate or redistribute in any form.