I am using Open Office on my USSA timing computer, and cannot open these 2 files from Open Office.
26 EET Version2 Example
27 EET Version2

They open in Excel, but not Open Office Calc, the error message states that they are password protected. Even if I remove the password within Excel with the 'tools, general' under 'Save As', it still will not open. I don't like MS Office! Is anyone else timing with Open Office exclusively?

Thanks!

I forgot to mention that these files are found in the USSA Alpine Master Packet of forms

I got the same message in Open Office. I don't work with it enough to give you much advice, however I believe this document was originated by Jordan Ginsberg. Here is a link to his web site and a download of the original document. Maybe this will work better for you. Good luck.
http://www.allsportsevents.com/Downloads/EETV2JSG9-22-01.xlt

I have sent Jeff Weinman version of the files that are not protected. If anyone else needs these, feel free to e-mail me:
jordan@allsportsevents.com or jginsberg@sundayriver.com

Cheers to you for using Open Office. I am happy to support anyone who does.
Jordan