Dipsea Book Update

The Centennial Edition of "Dipsea, The Greatest Race," was sent to the printer on Friday, July 9. After a meeting in Point Reyes Station with my designer and compositor, Dewey Livingston, I Express Mailed the package from the historic (old train station) post office there. Incredibly, all the book--280 pages, some 100 photos (including two dozen in color), the endpapers, cover, etc.--fit (albeit barely) onto one CD.

The package arrived in Michigan on Monday. A first pass turned up no problems. The printer has estimated a turnaround of 18 business days, meaning the book might ship out as early as August 9. It then takes another week or so to by truck to arrive. (IF all goes well.) I'll then start mailing books to all who pre-ordered copies.

Before the book is printed, I'll do a final update of the Sponsors page. At the moment, there is still one "Top-10 Sponsor" spot available (#9), three "Black Shirt Sponsor" openings (#33, 34, 35), and several "Top 100 Sponsor" openings. So, if you want to get your name in the book without having finished in the top-100 this year (or top 50 in earlier years), here's your chance! This option closes July 23.