Hey Lori, Pine Hill would have been a great first enduro of the season to ride. It is by far the easiest one I've ever raced and is a real time keepin' event. A lot of fun to ride as long as your timekeeping equipment is working! Paragon ain't bad either. Getting some rock practice in before a 'rock run is always a good idea too.
Hey Timr! Actually, in the East Coast Enduro Association the C class is doesn't get year end points, just advancement points. So far I'm 3 points from my B card now. (3 races so far; 1st-20pts., 2nd-16pts., and a 3rd-11pts.= total of 47!) I need a total of 50 to move up. I can't wait! Even if I don't see a trophy or a award for a long while!
The last woman in our Association to have a B or A rider card was the great Kathy Cambell ('Steel Butt'). Kathy started raceing in the days of the 'Powder Puff' class (early '70s). She was a awesome rider and was a much respected competitor. She retired from racing (and was still competitive in A Super Senior) little over a year ago. She has always been my biggest hero (amongest many other ladies) and I always wanted to do what she did.
I think its awesome that all of you are so supportive. I was always shy about posting ride reports up till a little while ago. Sometimes it's not easy chasing your dreams and you'll meet a lot of great people and some real jerks along the way. Thank goodness its been alot more great people! :)