Sea Otter Classic ‘09 dhReno Race Report

April 26, 2009

Laguna Seca Raceway * Monterey, California * April 16th – 19th, 2009

2009 was a great year for Sea Otter.  The racing was super fun, dhReno scored lots of podiums and the group was awesome.

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dhReno racer Bernadette Opperman and Santa Cruz Jr Syndicate racer Cierra Smith practice for the downhill race.  Bernie took 2nd and Cierra scored a 1st place!  Photo by Wil Smith.

We had a great group of riders and support including: Kyle, Michelle, Jasmine, Mark, Janet, Zack, Matt, Randy, Debbi, Davie, Greg, Misty, G2, Curtis, Bernie, Steve, Bill, Brandon, Jasen, Sean, John, Clark, Tom ….

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Dual Stunt Sea Otter 2009

April 24, 2009

The Pro Dual Stunt finals. Sea Otter 2009. Won by Brandon Semenuk. Kyle Strait took 2nd.


Sea Otter Classic Downhill OnBoard

April 21, 2009

Go for a ride with rider Tom Doran on the 2009 Sea Otter Classic Downhill Course and watch through the lense of the GoPro Helmet Hero 5mp WIDE mounted on the “Chesty” Chest mount. Thanks to GoPro for the footage and NoFear MX for the gear!! Full Quality version is 100mb and awesome quality, this is a scaled down for Youtube.


Sea Otter Classic ‘09 Video

April 21, 2009

Downhill and Dual Slalom pros at the Sea Otter Classic 2009. Some great isolated shots of Syndicate riders Greg Minnaar, Josh Bryceland; and Specialized riders Sam Hill, Brendon Fairclough.


Live from Sea Otter ‘09

April 18, 2009

The weather is just awesome and we’re having a great time!

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Saturday dhReno downhill podiums! L2R: Bernie 2nd, Greg 3rd, Jasen 1st, Kyle 4th. Not in the photo Cierra gotta 1st and the fastest cat 2 women’s overall time.


‘09 Sea Otter Classic next week!

April 8, 2009

Laguna Seca Recreation Area * Monterey, California USA * April 16th – 19th, 2009

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dhReno is heading to Sea Otter again next week and it’s always a total blast! Randy and Black Rock Bicycles have reserved 3 of the coolest campsites in the corner of beautiful Campground E overlooking the venue. If you’re planning on camping with us or you’d like to camp with us, give Randy a holler and “call dibs” on a spot to camp,  there are a couple of spots still available. Thanks!

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More info at: www.seaotterclassic.com

Also: dhReno 2007 Sea Otter Classic Race Report


2009 Sea Otter Classic

November 12, 2008

Monterey, California USA * April 16th – 19th, 2009

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dhReno is heading to Sea Otter again this coming April and it’s always a total blast! Randy and Black Rock Bicycles have reserved 3 of the coolest campsites in the corner of beautiful Campground E overlooking the venue. If you’re planning on camping with us or you’d like to camp with us, give Randy a holler and “call dibs” on a spot to camp, ’cause the sites are filling up fast.  Thanks!

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More info at: www.seaotterclassic.com

Also: dhReno 2007 Sea Otter Classic Race Report


Sea Otter ‘08 Pro Downhill Finals

April 26, 2008

From Bones Over Metal.com


2008 OG DS and 4X

March 2, 2008

Dave Bright at Sea Otter 2007Hey 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

July 20, 2007

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

May 15, 2007

The Sea Otter Classic promoters have moved the 2008 dates to May to increase the probability of better weather.
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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

May 8, 2007

2007 Otter DH 

Thursday DH practice…..


Bikes, Bling and Swag

April 23, 2007

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.

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More Sea Otter Photos

April 21, 2007

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

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Bernadette Opperman. Photos by Ian at Downhill News Photos

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Sea Otter Dirt Jump 2007

April 18, 2007

Video starring Hacksaw & Peanut!