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Will has a broke shoulder blade, scratched up face, sore, and possibly a torn rotator cuff. He was on his way back home yesterday. I think he is getting a MRI done today. I know the Ibsen's appreciate everyones concern about Will. As i get more info i will let you guys know, or Bill may post something as well.

I think the pro shootout format was awesome. It really gives the spectators and fellow riders a chance to watch our top guys. As a minder it really neat all of us helping each other out. One of the coolest things was Saturday awards! When they started calling out positions, they were handing out checks as well and the riders were very excited due to the fact nothing as advertised. Pat was so excited when they said his name and $1000 bucks he did some kinda 180 backside jump up on to the podium!!! As far as all of the nationals having it, i think it would be great, however im not sure if all the venues will have capability of having four sections that close. Just my two cents, i give it a thumbs up!

Dale, next time if you let me wear my one piece, i will hold your hand! Everyone knows your my lover.

Just got word, waiting on Chris to provide Bio info.

Yeah, you would think he would be on there by now! I know thats what he is riding, and thats what im minding on. We shall see. So are we going to see you at the Sooner cup?

Gas Gas riders Chris Florin and Will Ibsen are set to be there. Awesome place to have an event like this! Spectators will get a great show! May even see some of us minders take a five or two!

It is definetely a team effort!!!! I was there, I was minding. We had four minders at every section, sometimes five. You are on a major time crunch and we would not have made without the help from all the minders. In one section I know I plugged three tires, getting one rider in the section, and another to follow without letting other teams cut in front of you. Sure some of you are saying wooohooo plug three tires. Find the holes, plug the tire, 1minute and half. start on another so we dont loose a spot. Most sections Two minders were a must!!!! Some teams had Eight minders just for the men. I can speak for every minder there, WE ALL HELPED EACH RIDER EQUALLY AND ALOT. Ted was keeping an eye on the pits and preparing lunch. A gourmet peanut butter and jelly, or ham and cheese with all 2 minutes to eat it. Ted was helping fill up the bikes as well. Minders are there for the passion of the sport and to help. Each minder paid their way, except me. I have nothing to hide CHRIS FLORIN paid my way. That was his choice, if he doesnt make the team and I get picked to do it again and have to pay, I will be there for the team. The riders still had to come out of pocket for the trip is the bottom line!!!!!!! Now with the Dedication of Kip Webb, Bill Ibsen and others there is a lot of activity in raising money for the team. I encourage everyone to help get the word out in local clubs, bike shops etc.