city trials

Ronnie didn't even know where he was after the crash. Pops pulled the plug on the rest of Ronnie's evening. Smart move. Ronnie is really, really stepped up his off-road skills. With a little luck he'll be in a main event sooner or later.

This is about an accurate comment as it goes. Cody is riding super top form right now. Pat and the gang at Sherco have gotta sort out the bike issues and take 3 out of 4 if he wants to pull this miracle off. It's going to be an exciting finish to the season. Sure hate to see the title change hands, but if it be, it couldn't happen to a more deserving person. The Webb's pour their heart and soul into trials.

You're welcome, Andy. Pat pays attention to the comments posted here (and elsewhere), and was man enough to pony-up a response to your readers and his fans. But don't expect him to reply to every rumor or bit of gossip posted as to his whereabouts or his intentions. That's just not his style. I'm glad he's enjoying life again. Now we can all go back to just going to events and just "have fun", without the ton of pressure of pleasing others. After all, isn't that what it should be all about?

Patrick asked me to post a note to the trials world. If you'd like to read it, click here.

Well, it's true. Patrick will not be returning to WCT in 2010. Reasons are many, but the simple answer is, he doesn't enjoy the down time between events. The news hit me hard, as I, like many, would love to see the USA on top of the trials world, again. I know Patrick has the skills, he just lacks the desire. That said, I'm still going to be his #1 fan.

I'm pretty sure you're right. After all, the event was in Spain.

Check out the time frame between 1 minute 1 second and 1 minute 4 seconds. Watch closely as the minder clearly grabs Bou's front forks and then Bou dabs and the minder quickly pulls away. Then try to watch the observer score the thing. Watch as his hand is closed, then slowly opens to what looks like a five, then quickly just holds up one finger. What do you think Bou actually score on his card? You make the call.

Noel, you want to answer this question?

Media? Now there's a laugher. Pat's FIM win didn't even make the Cycle News website this week.

If I know Pat like I do, I'll bet he's done with the WTC scene for 2010. That's the last you'll see of him.

LOL!

Wonder how many riders have ever had two "clean" rides in Outdoor World Championship competition?

Yahooo.

Hogwash. Pat's already one of the most competitive riders in the world. All Patrick needs to do is compete in ALL the rounds. Then we'll see if he's championship material.

That last photo of Jack is awesome.

This is such good news I've forwarded this to the AMA pr department.

Okay, I'll fire one out. If Patrick does attempt all WTC rounds this year, I'll bet he has a shot at the title. The keyword being "All". Who's going to fund him, I'm done paying.

And what did you replace it with? Me thinks you should go back to the bottle.

Does Facebook count? Cody spilled the beans there last night.

Ah, the life of a Champ.

If Beta, Gas Gas, or any other trials focused manufacturers was leading after 2 stages, I'd bet those followers would be gloating, too. Oh, and Happy New Year right back at ya.

David Casteu has lit up the Dakar Rally on his 450.

No camping for me. if I go I'll stay in a hotel.

LOL> Read the ad, Ryan never rode the bike.

Does anyone read print anymore? Shan recently added Enduro to the title of Trials Comp, and I think the paper looks stronger than ever. Now all the top Enduro fans now can see why the trials guys are so good. Plus us trials guys can read up on all the top Enduro guys. Talk about a Win/Win for us dual sport riders. Well done, Shan. Well done.