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[RC] 20 MT and Little Big Man - Bruce Weary

Just got back from 20 Mule Team, and had a great time. The weather threatened all weekend, but never really did much. There were some snow flurries at 2:00 in the morning (I know because I was still out there doing the 100), and it got cold at night. I was very proud to finish the 100 with my foxtrotter mare, who was strong all day with immediate recoveries, the appetite of a glutton, and the thirst of a sailor. Rode with a group of five riders, including Bruce Burnham and my new friend, Sandy Holder. Much fun.
But more impressive to me, and to many who attended, was a new rider that participated, whom I now call Little Big Man. His name is Colton Madeiros, and he is six (6) years old. He started the 65 miler with his dad, Matt, but when his dad got pulled, he continued on and finished under the watchful eye of Dame Karen Chaton. The next morning, he had the audacity to walk (even run) normally, and be apparently medication and caffeine free. He looks like a full grown cowboy that someone washed in hot water and shrunk in size. He has the boots, jeans, Carharrt jacket and a black Stetson hat that's as big as he is. Oh, and he finished the ride in plenty of time for cartoons and milk and cookies. I am more assured tonight about the future welfare of our sport, with riders like him stepping up to "wear the pants" of an endurance rider, while other kids his age are still filling theirs.
Thanks to Jackie and all her volunteers for another great 20 MT experience. Bruce Weary



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