Pikes Peak Ascent DNF

My first ever DNF in a race: the Pikes Peak Ascent.
But it wasn't because I quit; I got turned around near A-Frame with arond 3.5-miles left to go (9+ miles in.) I had to go all the way back, so my total distance was 18 miles. I'm disappointed but I can't be angry. The safety of the competitors, and more importantly, the race staff and volunteers is paramount.

I hear we're getting our finishers shirt and medal. I think I going to have "DNF - A Frame Turnaround - 18 miles" embroidered on it...