It was my first cross race and I had a blast!! I've been recovering from an injury since Sept and had 3 rides during that time prior to my race. It showed but still had a blast. It was a great venue. And thanks to the spectators that moved the course tape so there was no somewhat-hard inside corner into the mud pit turn. I never realized until Sat the benefit that a mud pack could have on your complexion. Especially the inside of your ear.