Hey Thanks, well there were around 10 riders not sure how many managed to finish I & 3 others finished in around 10mins difference. Randonneuring is still in its embryonic stage here, we organize the rides ourselves & call our friends & family to volunteer at controls. While Drop Bag facility is sometimes available I prefer to carry my own stuff. I have a HBB which I use for 600kms, I've also ordered a Carradice bag for the Longer ones.