Sea Otter Through the eyes of yours truly

[John P.]

So it was my first trip to Sea Otter this year, and it was a real learning experience. For those of you who have never been, imagine Interbike being held outside in the dust, with races going on at the same time. To call it hectic would be an understatement. We installed more chainguides than I thought possible in a 4 day stretch, and our trash can was always overflowing with clapped out guides from other manufacturers - it was quite a sight to behold.

Anyway, below are some photos from the trip. Enjoy.

--JP

[John P.]

Our pit always seemed to be mobbed. Tons of 'pitless' friends of ours just kind of moved in and made themselves at home, and although it got crowded at times, we enjoyed the company. During the weekend, we had the likes of Jill Kitner, Todd Bosch, Lars Tribus, Aaron Chase, Jeff Lenosky, Darren Berecloth, Carlin Dunne, and many others all working on their bikes in our pit. Here's George Ryan hanging out with Porter as he builds up one of his bikes.

[John P.]

One of the other guys hanging out a bunch was Lenosky (pronounced "Len-ah-ski"; NOT "Len-OW-ski" as some people would have you believe). Apparently, his razor wasn't working well so he had a buddy go to town with the pliers.

[John P.]

On Friday night, there was a big Bike Magazine awards party. Sanjay showed up with the sharpie, and Don Hampton showed up with the stickers. Mix in a couple of kegs of fat tire, and pandemonium ensued.

[John P.]

George wearing Kara's jacket:

[John P.]

Allison started getting nuts with the marker

[John P.]

No one was safe. Here's Marty from SIC/Geekhouse getting the royal treatment.

[John P.]

I don't know what the F to say about this pic. Sanjay and Tobler get familiar with one another:

[John P.]

Allison gets a little love from Sanjay. Apparently, he has a thing for butts.

[John P.]

Weagle and I look on in amazement

[John P.]

Bosch: "Yo, Bro. Got some bills I can, uh, 'borrow'?"
Tobler: "Sure, dude. No problem! How much you need?"
Allison: "Uhh, are you guys twins or something??"

[John P.]

Weagle gets warmed up for his dance routine

[Castle]

Hell Yeah! looks like a really good time!!!!!

[John P.]

Dance Party USA in the hotel parking lot. I'm sure the other guests at the hotel were thrilled.

[John P.]

The famous "Volc-onion" at the Hibachi joint. I'm just pissed I didn't get a pic of the menu at the Mexican joint where they were selling, "A CHICKEN!! A Whole F*cking CHICKEN . . . and sour cream enchillada . . . "