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[El Gordo]

Wow, that looks truly amazing.

How do they decide who gets in? Is it a ballot? A ballot in which, a cynic might say, those whose names are not drawn out have to run the 60kms across the mountains... But we know better, I guess. I suspect it's one of those events that you'll never forget.

Looks like there's a fair bit of orienteering involved. Do they give you a map or are you left to your own devices? Are there water stations en route? Tell us a bit about it. What sort of times do most people manage? It's the sort of route that I'd love to walk, perhaps over 2 or 3 days. I can't really imagine racing it, even if run-walking is necessary.

But I envy you the chance to do it, and even more, I envy your ability to do it. Can't wait to hear how it goes.