congrats on getting in!! I did it in 2012 and finished right around 11hrs and got the small buckle. I rode a hardtail 29" Single Speed running 32x20. The bag drop takes place the day before. There is a large drop area and you put which SAG location you want it delivered to - they take care of that for you. I ended up not really using my bag at Twin Lakes as they had plenty of food and I didn't need any of the tools, spare parts etc I had in the bag luckily. Tire choice was Bontrager XDX front and Gaex Mezcal rear both tubeless. Light but durable is recommended and traction shouldn't be a issue so good rolling low knob tires. The start is crazy and newbies start at the very back so unless you really crush the paved section, and even if you do, expect to be very frustrated until things open up some after going down Powerline. Some of the downhills got technical for me as I got tired and the baby head rocks seemed to multiply. Would be happy to answer any questions I can for you.
Last edited by skol; 04-15-14 at 02:45 PM.