Bungee = ????

Did our fears/suspicions about the possibility of having to put our bikes in the canoe come true???? This came in a race email update today:

Required per team:
Compass-one per team minimum
Map case-gallon zip loc ok
Additional gallon zip loc-second map case ok
Pen or pencil
4 short (12"-24") bungee/shock cord. Rope or strap ok
Pack or rack for carrying gear while biking
Bike repair kit including one tube-minimum-and tire levers

Seriously blog readers, do you really think they would have us paddle 6 miles with our bikes in the canoe with us? We need some expert opinions!