Just an informative FYI (I think that is redundant) to anyone new to the Fat Tire Ride (like myself), go to the official website to learn what this event is really about.
http://www.flag2gc.com/ Keep in mind that this is an event that stone (Marchal) invites AZXC along every year to help out with. It is not an AZXC sponsored event, kinda like the Desert Triathalon only Fat Tire is for charity.
Having not been myself, most veterans will say that the riders are usually appreciative that we are there to help out. Plus, we get to eat and drink afterwards.
It's gonna be a kick a$$ time. I can't believe I;m actually gonna make it this year!