Stages
The are multiple stages along
each route in the four
categories. During the first
stage, teams move from one checkpoint to another (in the order you find most convenient) until you reach the "end of stage" checkpoint, where game officials give you the legend for the second stage, and so on. The only exceptions to this are bonus checkpoints in timed categories (Griffin, Horseman) than can be reached at any point during the game. These checkpoints deduct time from your overall time on the course and if you are planning to win, it is wise strategy to collect them.