Yeah, the Sat race. I'm entering as a beginner -- props for doing the 24 hr ride. I always look at those races and think "Who are the crazies that ride that thing??". Now I know.
Ironically, just as you were hitting 'Submit' on your reply, I was just huffing my way out of the Long Loop. I did S/T to S/T/L in about 95 minutes. Not sure if that's fast or slow, but felt slow to me. I'm shooting for under 2 hours total, and I figure I'll declare victory for finishing, even if I'm in last place.
Fun ride, though... I must say I wasn't a big fan of the south ridge -- too bumpy on a HT.
Good luck in your race - if you're there on Sat, I'll be the guy riding platforms who can't seem to stay on the trail...