GOLD rides, by definition, are more difficult versions of standard rides. Notwithstanding the fact that some GOLD rides are Saddlesore 1000's, for the purpose of the Mile Eater award they (obviously, because we have accepted them) count toward the ME requirement to complete GOLD rides.
That said, if a rider disagrees with this interpretation they can complete what, in their opinion, is a "true" GOLD ride for the Mile Eater awards. We won't stop them.
Ira Agins
Iron Butt Association
That said, if a rider disagrees with this interpretation they can complete what, in their opinion, is a "true" GOLD ride for the Mile Eater awards. We won't stop them.
Ira Agins
Iron Butt Association