Based on Mapquest's "shortest distance" calculation, the correct answer is......8,612 miles. This route proved to be the least expensive and therefore the most gas-efficient.

Congratulations goes to Irish79 with a guess of 8,610 miles!!!!

Remember, you may now choose one of the opposing team members and have their score added to your own for this round. The increased point total counts towards both your personal point total and your team's total for this round. As buzz is out of town through Monday, let's make the deadline for your choice 5 PM CST, Monday April 23, 2012. Please notify buzz and myself of your choice via PM prior to that time.