Update From Yaro Middaugh

Big Foot Snowshoe Race in Traverse City, MI, which was my regional qualifier for Nationals as well. There was a fantastic turn out of 360 participants. They claimed to be the largest snowshoe race east of the Mississippi. Anyway, I was able to pull off the win in the 10 km and was the only shoer to break the 50 minute mark. I couldn't have asked for more from my gear. It's nice to have the optimal equipment. I raced the Vapors and found them to be quick and nimble. They had many admirers!

My second race, the Frozen Torch was smaller, but the same top three from the Big Foot race showed up making it very competitive. Again, I was able to pull it off, but it took a final sprint to do it. I was very pleased with its performance in the colder weather! The Vapors made the steep climbs a breeze and I was able to charge the down hills.