Life it seems, will fade away

Drifting further every day

Getting lost within myself

Nothing matters no one else

I have lost the will to live

Simply nothing more to give

There is nothing more for me

Need the end to set me free

Metallica-Ride the Lightning circa '84

Well the 2010 season has finally faded to black. Its amazing how fast the season races by once your in the trenches!

Overall it was a great year for the boys….and Plaxton came up big again in 2010! From his opening win at the US Cup All Mountain Triple Crown in March, a podium at Fontana…... to his dominate win at Mellow Johnny's….the Mountie showed he's ready to play with the big boys. Even his 2nd at the Subaru cup, the kid went down swinging with a last lap attack! His never say die attitude is refreshing and complements Team Sho-Air perfectly.

But the chapter on the season isn't fully closed…..Plaxton has a chance to dethrone North America's best Male Pro, Geoff Kabush at this weekend's Canadian Nationals. A close 2nd last year, maybe 2010 is his year?....we will know by tomorrow afternoon!

Taberlay established himself as one hell of a short track racer this year. His 2010 Australian Short Track Title certainly gave the Aussie wings, as Sid took out big wins at the opening US Cup Triple Crown, the Opening Short Track at the Pro XCT opener in Fontana, and even when under the pump, he took a 5th at the highly competitive Sea Otter STXC…..seat tool bag and all!

We also got the "Golden Boy" Tad Elliott going for his second U23 title today in Granby, CO at the US Nationals. The kid can bring it at altitude, so lets hope Tad has a good day and brings Sho-Air a U23 title.

As for me, my travels will be limited to my beloved Orange County only….to and from the beach to catch up on some surfing and snorkeling….to and from my local Saturday bunch rides…..and to and from Bev MO to pick up a few icy cold adult beverages on the beach cruiser….oh ya!

As summer hits full stride, here's to wishing everyone fun and safe adventures.

Until Next Time,

The Red Cowboy