It has been brought to my attention by the spelling police that I completely butchered the word innovator yesterday…..so there it is spelled properly!  I actually try to spell some words wrong just to see if people are reading the blog…….okay, that is  a complete lie but it is a pretty good one eh?

Today was a great day on the bike……Coach O. motorpaced me.

 Coach O the motorpacer at the post motorpacing press conference which was held at the Los Olivos Coffee shop.

 The crowd that gathered at the post motorpacing press conference!

 The motorpacer’s view of the motorpacee (aka me) from inside the team car.

 My view for most of the morning.

Motorpacing is always fun however I think the team car needs to be upgraded to a six cyclinder instead of a four.  I need something with a little mor power to ride behind!

later, g.

The New Year has come and along with the New Year comes new fashion.  I have always wondered who sets the new fashion trends  each year and today I think I found the answer when I bumped into Tommy Zirbel outside of a coffee shop in Beullton, CA.

Tommy Z is an inivator…….he makes statements which are bold, couragous and trend setting.

 I was fortunate enough to capture a photo of Tommy Z wearing his famous Wartburg vintage elastic sweats, accompanied by a team fleece, and most importantly white tube socks and Teva’s.

Teva’s and white tube socks……sooo in for ‘07!

On a sidenote I thought I would post a picture of our new bikes for this year.

 The Pinarello Paris Carbon with Sram Components, Easton wheels bars and stems, Schwalbe tires, Speedplay pedals and fueled by First Endurance Nutrition with Giordana Clothing.

Okay, hopefully the sponsors like that…….the bikes are awesome though.  However, the one pictured is not mine…..well it was bit as of tonight I am getting a bigger frame.  Can you believe I am having a hard time getting my bike set up and I have not even started adjusting the saddle!

 Time to go read a book on my air mattress by the nice little fire place.

later, g.

 My teammate Grahamo got stung by a bee and now his leg is huge…….I am planning on going and finding that same bee tomorrow.  Once I find it I am going to let it sting my stomach six times……..maybe then I will get some abs?

later, g.

…..upon completion of the Playboy mansion excursion Ann, my wife Heather and I headed to Anaheim for the supercross event there.

It was the first time I had ever been to a supercross race and it was a blast.  For the first half of the day I hung out in the pits/vendor area helping Ann and the girls out.  Then in the evening we went and watched the race.

 Many of the girls working for Progressive insurance during the day prior to the race.

 Sara and Heather worked for Monster Energy Drink.

 My reaction after Heather said yes to my marriage proposal!

 After spending the day in the pitts Ann, Mike, the girls, and I headed inside Angel Stadium to watch the supercross race.

 Heather and Crystal looking a bit of alright at the race.

 ummm…..a few more beautiful girls at the race……..damn I should have gotten into motorcycle racing eh?

 A dog with a helmet on.

 Some motorcyle dude who did not win.

 The motorcyle dude that did win…….I learned James Stewart is fast.

 The view from the track

 The view from the VIP Knothole lounge……..and I did not have someone take a picture from there for me…..I was actually there.

 After the race we headed to the after party at “The SharkClub” which was really fun mainly because it felt like I had ten different dates.  I guess Mormons don’t have it so bad after all!!!

 The lovely Vanessa and myself at the after party.

This past weekend was amazing and if you have never experience a supercross event I recommend that you go.

I would like to say thanks to Ann for taking care of me all weekend and of course to all of the lovely girls who put up with me.

Time to go and work on my tan by the pool………

later, g.

P.S. For more pictures check out http://www.umbrellagirlsusa.com/Photo%20Gallery/index.php 

Wow, this past weekend was a bit crazy and was every bit as fun as I thought it was going to be.  Thanks for the great weekend Ann…it was a blast!

My awesome friend Ann (AKA BS) picked me up Friday afternoon here in Los Olivos and we headed down to LA for the weekend.  Our first stop was the Playboy manison located in Westwood where we picked up my girlfriend Heather Smith (Miss February Playmate of the Month…..out on stands now by the way!)

While we were there Heather gave Ann and I an awesome tour of the place…..thanks Heather…..and I hope you enjoy……

 The back entrance to the Playboy Mansion.

 Getting ready for Heather to start the Tour.

 Hef’s Hollywood star.

 The front of the Playboy Mansion

 Ann looking good in the backyard of the Playboy Mansion.

 Another part of the backyard where hot girls ride the slip and slide during warm summer months.

 The Playboy Mansion is sort of like a zoo with a swimming pool, big pillows and lots of hot girls walking around.  Anyway here are some of the animals.

 A colorful bird.

 Some Flamingo’s hanging out in the backyard.

 The vicious alligtor that I saved Ann and Heather from…..they were very grateful and gave me many kisses for saving their lives.

 From there we went inside to the game room where I played a little pool……..and no I was not playing pocket pool!

 I even played some pinball.

 After all the pool and pinball I was a bit tired so I sat down and did a little reading.

 More relaxing at the random big pillows and beds that were everywhere.

 From there my girlfriend…..who for some reason prefers to go by Mrs. Peltonen……took us to the pool.

 The famous grotto which you can swim into from the pool which surrounds it.

 Me inside the grotto…..for some reason when I got in there all of the hot girls left I even put extra deodorant on but it must have not been enough.

 Ann and Heather posing in the grotto…looking good.

After the tour of the Mansion Heather, Ann and I headed to Anaheim for the supercross event at Angels stadium the following day.  Stay tuned for those pictures tomorrow.

later, g.