I think that is what makes it a really exciting race. It isn't just about cycling fast its about travelling and navigating fast. Gives it a wacky racer feel. Different type of race though isn't it
Agreed. It does add an element of luck and potential unfairness into it, so less of a pure speed/distance cycle race, but the navigating element makes it more interesting/exciting adventure race to follow.
I think that is what makes it a really exciting race. It isn't just about cycling fast its about travelling and navigating fast. Gives it a wacky racer feel. Different type of race though isn't it