I've journeyed from west to east across Missouri, through Branson, Lebanon, Columbia, Jefferson City, Hermann, Washington, St Charles, and St Louis. Today I thought would be easiest because a media sedan was there to drive me around the circuit. Little did I realize that I would end up sprinting 12+ blocks because the media sedan passed me by twice.

It's been a blast. Perversely, the hard bits added to the fun because it seems that the harder I worked for the shot, the better the result. You'll find lots of photos over on spare cycles. I can't say I've really visited Missouri as much as I've photographed it. Almost all my time here was spent in hotels, press rooms, or in the car. Next time, I'll go out for dinner.

Many thanks to m for the 20D loan -- couldn't have shot the race without it.