Beast
of the East
June
5-8, 2002
Shenandoah
Valley, Virginia
The Beast is an incredible race to even consider doing much less show up for and physically do. The mental and physical demands that a race like this exerts upon the racers is truly incredible. Courage is not defined by one big achievement or experience. It is proven, developed through small consistent personal achievements and goals attained one at a time. The highs and lows of doing a race such as the Beast are truly extreme. I am both inspired and humbled by the efforts of each of the members of Crew Zen. You have always been an example and have set the standard high for teams to follow. Your efforts are incredible and your persistence in setting higher and higher goals for yourselves and your team will continue to inspire those of us watching. You are each better individuals by simply attempting this race and as a team you are reaching levels many teams only attempt but never achieve. Thank you for allowing me to take this journey with you. I am better for the experience. Go Crew Zen. - Lisa