Sea Otter Classic. Chris finishes racing and is greeted at the finish line.

Saturday night we had bacon/sausage sandwiches.

Monterey Saturday Ride at Sea Otter Classic. Seems that there is a LOT to do during non-race moments.

Sea Otter Classic Camping. P Skirty did a 40 mile race and now we are relaxing at the campfire with new friends.

Giving some Persimmon Bread to our friends at Ergon.

David gets a Salsa Casseroll.

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SEA OTTER CLASSIC WEEKEND. WE ARE CLOSED FOR THE WEEKEND.

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SEA OTTER CLASSIC WEEKEND. WE ARE CLOSED FOR THE WEEKEND.

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Judson has been doing a lot of riding and wanted to get a great bike for the Santa Monica Mountains. He got a BMC Speedfox. Nice.

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The bachelor party mountain bike adventure was a total success.

Teddy sent some incredible chocolates. Heather and Steve stopped in with Lucas, and we shared the goods. Thanks Teddy. And, fun to have Steve and Heather at the shop with the new team member, Lucas. By the way, Steve is bring the team canopy up to Sea Otter.

Bachelor Party Ready. We are ready for 14 guys who reserved these bikes and are headed out on a mountain bike ride for their buddy’s bachelor party weekend event. Fairly great activity.

Scott is back from jury duty building up a Fargo for Christian. Apparently, Scott was a little too opinionated as a potential juror. Who would think?. Hmmm.

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A route map in Topanga by Errin

Topanga Creek Bicycles Loop at EveryTrail
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Wesley picks up his Surly Long Haul Trucker. Literally.

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Eli with his hand painted (free hand) signs.

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Eli made some signs for the state park (and a place bikes are not allowed.)

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Mark is going to build up the Niner Jet 9 (Kermit Green) on his own. Fun build.

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Micah is getting his second bike from us, he got his first one 4 years ago from us in Hollywood. And, headed up he was aiming toward more of another commuter bike, but seeing the trails of Topanga as he drove here, he chose the Salsa Fargo so he can hit some trails. It is great having him back at the shop and he should have some fun on Saturday rides.

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Chan is getting a really great Long Haul Trucker. He is looking forward to showing up to ride on Saturday with his brother in law with his new bike, and shock everyone.

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Steve is getting a Niner today and planning to ride in the Thousand Oaks area. He is just entering the mountain bike world and is looking forward to exploring the trails, adventures and experiences that come along with it. A Niner Jet 9 is such a great bike to begin with. How great. He should have a lot of fun. Starting tomorrow.

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Robert with 29 inch wheels? Say it isn’t so ! After years of mocking the inevitable 29er wheeled bike, Robert plunges into the dark side with a Salsa Mamasita. Was it the bike or the wheels or combination of both? You can see Robert showing his face on the trails in Topanga and Malibu just about every weekend.

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One more photo of Nell with her Salsa Casseroll.

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The person getting this Surly Long Haul Trucker wanted to have some fun. Surly Racks, B-17 Special, classic fenders and cages. A touring bike for tours, the market and mostly to simply enjoy cycling. It is fun to watch someone have the smile of a 12 year old on the day their bike is ready.

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Three down, Errin. Watch out, John is gaining momentum. He added the Surly Troll to his fleet and Surly Ted Trailer. John has is eliminating the need for fossil fueled vehicles. He is basically saying ‘Goodbye and Good Riddance to the Oil Companies’ but in harsher non-friendly bike shop Facebook language. (And, we agree.)

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8 1/2 Inches of travel in the rear. Rolls over just about anything.

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Hand made in Canada. The Devinci Wilson has 8 inches of travel in the front and 8 1/2 inches in the rear.

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Our 4th Annual Topanga Chamber of Commerce March BBQ and Mixer. A very fun night.

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Nell with her Salsa Casseroll. Good timing on demo day.

Nell is getting a Salsa Casseroll.  She wanted to be comfortable and a little more upright.   She is going to do some relaxing rides around the area and really liked the color of the Casseroll, too.  It felt great on the test ride, and when they feel right and look good, it is best.  Everyone wants a bike they like to look at.

Despite the rain, we had a great day. Random people stopping in all day.