Allen, John just got in touch and said you had generously agreed to donate your yak to the needy (me) for the weekend. I really can't tell you how much I appreciate it. Last year was my first time in a yak and I took to it like a fish takes to water, so to speak. I vowed to get my own, and still intend to but it just hasn't happened yet. I have a creed when it comes to using someone else's equipment...return it in just as good a shape, or better, than it was when I got it. It is in good hands.
If ever I can do a favor, just holler!