My hat is off to you as well. I haven't heard your story, but I am looking forward to reading your write up. I don't know how you guys can do miles like that. I have Spencer's seat mod, and WOW that helped a bunch. It's not my a$$ though, my body just says no! My back and legs just won't cooperate. I recently returned from 4 weeks, averaging 400-500 (mostly 400) miles a day. I found myself frequently letting my legs 'hang', and the wind would sort of hold them up. Not smart I know, but it's what you do to what you do!