dirtmistress
(R.I.P.) AKA Roadiemistress
Sunday: Alot better weather. Sarah heads off to join French Foreign Legion
:lol::lol::lol: Hysterical!
:lol::lol::lol: Hysterical!
Ride Report Sea Otter
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BobBurnes
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Allison....that was the greatest race report on the face of the Earth! WOW. :bang::bang::bang:
sweet!!!!!! Everyone looks like they had a great time! 
great photos as well, I'm at work right now but I actually can't wait to read everyones report on the race for once. (dont like reading long reports)
It looks super fun! there were so many cool things I could have crashed on... :bang:
Congrats to all that raced. :beer:
great photos as well, I'm at work right now but I actually can't wait to read everyones report on the race for once. (dont like reading long reports)
It looks super fun! there were so many cool things I could have crashed on... :bang:
Congrats to all that raced. :beer:
singleminded
I poached, and got busted
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http://www.seaotterclassic.com/racer...x.cfm/2008.htm
Herber got 40th
manny was 20th!
Chuch Jenkins was 38th
It was won by the french pro miguel martinez
http://www.seaotterclassic.com/racer...x.cfm/2008.htm
Herber got 40th
manny was 20th!
Chuch Jenkins was 38th
It was won by the french pro miguel martinez
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http://www.seaotterclassic.com/raceresults/index.cfm/2008.htm
fixed the link....it was only showing 07 and 06.
singleminded
I poached, and got busted
Sea Otter 2008 Chronicles
To those of you who made it to Sea Otter this year, it was great to see everyone and congratulations to all who competed!!!!
After a 4 year hiatus, we decided (with no rain in the forecast) to make another sojourn to the Sea Otter. This year I have taken a liking to Dual Slalom so I borrowed a bike (Foes 4x) and off I went . To solidify my addiction I also signed up for the www.bikeskills.com DS clinic with Rich Houseman and Kurt Vories on Thursday. During the clinic, Steve Peat and Nathan Rennie showed up and I promptly introducted myself. They replied with "What can we help you with???". So I got tips from 4 pros and ended up qualifying 1st much to my surprise! I ended up with 2nd overall in a field of 6 women in the Expert Women class. My competitors ranged from 19 to 39. And to top it off, I got my picture on the front page of the local newspaper and was included in a slideshow with audio on the paper's website http://extras.montereyherald.com/slideshows/seaotter0418/index.html!!! I think this was the highlight of my 6 year racing career!!!
The downhill course seemed faster than ever and was very fun. I had chainguide issues in the last 1/3 of my run so my time was 3:19 which could have been better (however it was much faster than 2003 4:05 and 2004 4:03), but I brought home a winner's jersey and some great swag anyway.
And then there was the ever persistent Roger who keeps getting faster and faster who ended up 2nd in the Expert Men 55+ DH class. He only needed to make up 4 seconds for the win!!!!
Great weekend, we missed those of you who didn't make it!!!!
P.S. I have photos that I will upload later.......
To those of you who made it to Sea Otter this year, it was great to see everyone and congratulations to all who competed!!!!
After a 4 year hiatus, we decided (with no rain in the forecast) to make another sojourn to the Sea Otter. This year I have taken a liking to Dual Slalom so I borrowed a bike (Foes 4x) and off I went . To solidify my addiction I also signed up for the www.bikeskills.com DS clinic with Rich Houseman and Kurt Vories on Thursday. During the clinic, Steve Peat and Nathan Rennie showed up and I promptly introducted myself. They replied with "What can we help you with???". So I got tips from 4 pros and ended up qualifying 1st much to my surprise! I ended up with 2nd overall in a field of 6 women in the Expert Women class. My competitors ranged from 19 to 39. And to top it off, I got my picture on the front page of the local newspaper and was included in a slideshow with audio on the paper's website http://extras.montereyherald.com/slideshows/seaotter0418/index.html!!! I think this was the highlight of my 6 year racing career!!!
The downhill course seemed faster than ever and was very fun. I had chainguide issues in the last 1/3 of my run so my time was 3:19 which could have been better (however it was much faster than 2003 4:05 and 2004 4:03), but I brought home a winner's jersey and some great swag anyway.
And then there was the ever persistent Roger who keeps getting faster and faster who ended up 2nd in the Expert Men 55+ DH class. He only needed to make up 4 seconds for the win!!!!
Great weekend, we missed those of you who didn't make it!!!!
P.S. I have photos that I will upload later.......
surlygal
Bad Girl of DH
I've got plenty of pics (2008 Sea Otter champs & podium finishers) and a full Sea Otter report that i'll post after work this evening. We got home around 6ish last evening and just wanted a *real shower* and some time out of the wind.
One thing I can say is:
This was by far the best time I've ever had at Sea Otter! Great to spend time with friends and just doing what we love best riding & racing!
One thing I can say is:
This was by far the best time I've ever had at Sea Otter! Great to spend time with friends and just doing what we love best riding & racing!
Fired Yo Momma
Kenny Powers!!!
Hey after reading your DETAILED ride report I think you forgot to add when you took a bathroom break
:lol:
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allison
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Hey after reading your DETAILED ride report I think you forgot to add when you took a bathroom break
ha! I didn't have time :lol:
Sea Otter Virgins
This was Greg and my first participation at Sea Otter. After a lot of talk from our friend about the event, we decided it would be a good opportunity and exposure to the MTB scene.
We were fairly well prepared for the XC Sport class ride but were NOT prepared for the cold and windy conditions Saturday morning. The temperature at the parking lot was 44° and wind gusts in the upper 20’s. In my book, cold is for snow skiing and wind is for windsurfing.
For being a novice at the event, we were able to decipher the map and the starting area with minimal effort. Greg found his starting group while I made a few laps around trying to keep loose and warm. When my group was gathering, it was apparent I may be in for more than I bargained for; several of these women were very serious!
After the start, winding our way up the paved race course I settled into my place – towards the back – and remembered what I promised myself: HAVE FUN and DON’T BE LAST.
Greg and I both finished – not last – and were too whooped to wander the booths. Headed back to the room for a hot, hot shower and a nap. Sunday’s weather was much better for checking out the latest trends and gear.
All in all it was an experience and I’m glad I did it. Congrats to all the STR group who placed! :beer:
This event made me appreciate the camaraderie of the STR group rides – always a challenge with the support of your peers.
This was Greg and my first participation at Sea Otter. After a lot of talk from our friend about the event, we decided it would be a good opportunity and exposure to the MTB scene.
We were fairly well prepared for the XC Sport class ride but were NOT prepared for the cold and windy conditions Saturday morning. The temperature at the parking lot was 44° and wind gusts in the upper 20’s. In my book, cold is for snow skiing and wind is for windsurfing.
For being a novice at the event, we were able to decipher the map and the starting area with minimal effort. Greg found his starting group while I made a few laps around trying to keep loose and warm. When my group was gathering, it was apparent I may be in for more than I bargained for; several of these women were very serious!
After the start, winding our way up the paved race course I settled into my place – towards the back – and remembered what I promised myself: HAVE FUN and DON’T BE LAST.
Greg and I both finished – not last – and were too whooped to wander the booths. Headed back to the room for a hot, hot shower and a nap. Sunday’s weather was much better for checking out the latest trends and gear.
All in all it was an experience and I’m glad I did it. Congrats to all the STR group who placed! :beer:
This event made me appreciate the camaraderie of the STR group rides – always a challenge with the support of your peers.
Padre
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Put the videos up there!:clap:
allison
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I'll try to get those uploaded tonight! Thanks again :beer:
surlygal
Bad Girl of DH
speaking of videos
I actually think i've got video of yours & Neils (1x1clyde) xc start and the heckling that was going on down at the line
I actually think i've got video of yours & Neils (1x1clyde) xc start and the heckling that was going on down at the line
We missed that one. We went to The Cackle Factor - Kranked 7 and it was so-so. Wouldn't spend money on it! http://www.radical-films.com/
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Originally Posted by jeffj
Bobby (Langtown) Langin is a friend of mine.
Probably the most talented rider I know (and as nice as the day is long). Absolute mad skills and his fitness is off the hook (especially) the last couple years. Good to hear he did well. Thanks for sharing that.
Bobby is not human....i used to ride with him during lunch (I work at same company) on occassion and a couple other times....he has to be on some sort of "juice" the way he rides
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Here's a pic of Bobby and my other teamate Bud Donatoni ripping the legs off the short track field.
Bud gets the stud of the weekend award for taking home 4 medals.
4th Cat 5 Master road race
2nd Cat 5 Master road circut race
4th Expert 4+ short track
4th Expert 40-44 XC
His back teeth are still floating in lactic acid.
Originally Posted by jeffj
Bobby (Langtown) Langin is a friend of mine.
Probably the most talented rider I know (and as nice as the day is long). Absolute mad skills and his fitness is off the hook (especially) the last couple years. Good to hear he did well. Thanks for sharing that.
Bobby is not human....i used to ride with him during lunch (I work at same company) on occassion and a couple other times....he has to be on some sort of "juice" the way he rides
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Here's a pic of Bobby and my other teamate Bud Donatoni ripping the legs off the short track field.
Bud gets the stud of the weekend award for taking home 4 medals.
4th Cat 5 Master road race
2nd Cat 5 Master road circut race
4th Expert 4+ short track
4th Expert 40-44 XC
His back teeth are still floating in lactic acid.
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I was more impressed by:
11th - Tinjer Juarez (46 y/o!)
34th - Ned Overend (man that guy can RIDE)
:bang: