In North America, the Sea Otter Classic is often the first big race of the year for many riders. Before and after the battle of competition, a lot of mechanic work is involved, and in this gallery, we're letting you in on some of that action.
Outside of Monterey, California, a few pros flipped the script, as WD-40 athletes like Rebecca Rusch, Leigh Donovan and Teal Stetson-Lee washed and prepped the bikes of everyday riders.
In this gallery we also take a look at some of the pro bikes like that of Canadian cross-country specialist Geoff Kabush, who piloted a Scott Scale to the short track win, or Kyle Strait's Commencal Absolut DJ bike.
- Sea Otter Gallery – Part I
- Sea Otter Gallery – Part II
- Sea Otter Gallery - Part III
- Sea Otter Gallery - Part IV
Click through the gallery above for a closer look.
Typically you see these women in photos racing bikes as pros. At Sea Otter, everyday riders got to have their bikes washed and prepped by (from left) Rebecca Rusch, Leigh Donovan and Teal Stetson-Lee