Hate to break it to ya, but there were NO SMOOTHIES on our Pemi hike! The travesty... but I guess they weigh a bit too much and we were trying to go light.
They did it about 1:10 quicker than me. I've not heard of any other times, but I haven't really researched it. In better (dryer) conditions, I could probably have shaved an hour. Folks like you could probably come in under 10.
Your quote: "I'm going to have to think about this one (favorite ADK bushwhack). There are some I've really enjoyed because of the people/environment combo and many solo that were just great with me and the surroundings. I might have to add a few later". Have you thought of any you'd like to share in the thread?
Mochaccino is the way to go. When it starts to peel off, your nails end up looking all black and freaky... a great way to scare the crap out of your coworkers at the office ("Oh no, what did you do to your hands?! Is that from hiking?!). What wimps.