Sea Otter ‘08 Pro Downhill Finals

From Bones Over Metal.com

2008 OG DS and 4X

Hey guys,

Looks like the Sea Otter Classic and Norba race promoters have an interest in bringing back DS/4X for the old guys. Sea Otter has broken up their masters 40+ category (which previously combined beginner, sport, and expert) into three separate categories, one for expert, sport, and beginner which will now provide huge medal opportunity for all.

Additionally, the Norba promoters have reinstated the DS/4X 40+ categories (beg/sport/expert) giving the old guys a chance. Last year most events caped it at 30+ and in some cases 19+ which made it tough for old guys to compete. I’ve been told this resurrection of the old guy categories will be a test for 2008 and only survive if enough old guys participate.

Hope to see you on the DS/4X course at Fontana and Sea Otter.

Regards, John Kresich

Race schedule changes

Corral Hollow Downhill has changed the race date for race #3 to Oct 13/14/07. This is great news as we no longer have a conflict with the Northstar race and now have one extra race in 2007 to enjoy. Announcement can be found on www.ridesfo.com 

Also breaking news, Sea Otter Classic just retracted their previous announcement regarding the 2008 race timing from May to April 12-15, 2008 (hope we avoid the rain).

2008 Sea Otter Classic dates May 1st-4th

The Sea Otter Classic promoters have moved the 2008 dates to May to increase the probability of better weather.
 
2007 Sea Otter Classic Venue. Photo by Tomo.

“In response to requests and recommendations from our athletes, fans and sponsors, we have decided to host the Sea Otter Classic on May 1-4, 2008,” said Frank Yohannan, president and chief executive officer of the Sea Otter Classic. “We look forward to seeing all our supporters at the 18th Annual Sea Otter Classic.” From BicycleRetailer.com

Sea Otter Downhill Helmet Cam

2007 Otter DH 

Thursday DH practice…..

Bikes, Bling and Swag

Tomo did a great job photographing the awesome new bike bling and happenings at the ‘07 Sea Otter Classic Venue! Check out the slide show inside.

More Sea Otter Photos

2007 Sea Otter Classic Downhill Race * April 14th & 15th 

 

Bernadette Opperman. Photos by Ian at Downhill News Photos

Sea Otter Dirt Jump 2007

Video starring Hacksaw & Peanut!

Sea Otter Classic 2007 Race Report

Monterey, California * April 12th-15th, 2007

It was a fantastic Sea Otter this year and everyone had a blast! With 7 podium finishes including a couple of wins in the downhill it was a huge race for dhReno!

Adam on his race run on Sunday

Sea Otter OTB Pool

Can you pick the Gravity Winners at Sea Otter 2007?  There’s some awesome prizes in it for you if you can! LitterMag.com OTB Contest

Sea Otter Classic 2007 Info

Monterey, California * Wednesday - Sunday April 12th - 15th, 2007

We are going to caravan over to Monterey on Wednesday morning. Practice is Thur.,Fri, Sat. with racing on Fri., Sat. & Sun.  If you plan on camping at the dhReno site please RSVP with Randy by this Friday at the latest! randy@blackrockbicycles.com or 775.972.3336

2007 Sea Otter Super D Course Video

Helmet cam of new mountain bike super D course. More info at:
MotionBased.com

Click link for a Google Earth Fly Thru Super D Course

Sea Otter Super D

Monterey, California * Thursday April 12, 2007

The Sea Otter Super D will be a combination of fast fire road descents and a few short double track climbs.Super D is a LeMans-style, mass start race by category.

Starting just off the Laguna Seca Recreation Area at the top of the famed “Long Climb Home”, the course will proceed to a short climb up Skyline Road. Beginning with the hard right hand turn on Guidotti Road, this is where the fun begins!!!

All Out Grease

New video from  AllOutProdux.com .  Shots from races and places including: 2006 Sea Otter, Fontana, Sonoma, Corral Hollow, Bay Area and Whistler.

Sea Otter adds Super D Race

Monterey, California * April 12th - 15th, 2007

The big event is adding a Super D race for 2007. www.seaotterclassic.com for more info.