[Joe 6-pack]

"...because of a bizarre mix up with the timing chips on the shoes of two team members. Those mismatched timing chips -- which are used to ensure that a runner follows the correct course and crosses the finish line and all check points..."

Apparently the chips don't ensure that a runner follows the correct course, check points, etc. If they "ensured" it, there would not have been a screw-up. Anyways, it's good to know that cross country races are now technologically enhanced to the point where the fastest runners are declared the losers because of who wore what chip. Maybe they can just implant the chips so this never happens again...< /sarc>

[Silentgypsy]

Another well-constructed post. It still makes me feel as good as dogs, cats and horses do.

[reed13k]

Bizarre my butt my daughter is running now - one of the rainiest seasons on record caused all kinda issues with these stupid chips. I don’t see why they need them in the first place...