Legendary mountain bike racer Brian Lopes designed this signature, limited edition Silverado saddle with the help of his friend, renowned artist Paul Meraz. “I wanted to incorporate a clock into the graphic,” Lopes stated. “My career—actually, my whole life—has revolved around the stop watch.” Lopes’ meticulous attention to detail shows in these saddles, the white version of the SL55 even has a white Flex-Tuned shell. The Silverado SL55 is available in black or white.

Jason Moeschler blasting down Third Divide Trail. Photo by Forrest Arakawa

The Downieville Classic once again secured its prominence as the premier All Mountain race in America. Spectators were treated to a dramatic competition with the most talent-stacked field in Downieville history. “We have more world champion racers here than any other race in the States,” said the race organizer, Wayne Hoffman.

The biggest battle of the weekend was between Olympic-rider/Super D National Champ Adam Craig (Giant) and Jason Moeschler (WTB/Santa Cruz). Moeschler has won Downieville’s prestigious All Mountain stage race three times; he grew up in the nearby town of Nevada City, California; he helps maintain and build Downieville’s trails; and he has a full time office job at WTB. Craig came to the small Sierra town without the local knowledge (it was his, in fact, his first time racing in Downieville), but the demanding course perfectly suits Craig’s bike-handling skills and horsepower.

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Photos by Forrest Arakawa