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3rd winter series race

Some of the DHRENO crew went to fontana, CA again for the third race of the year.  As usual, the race was run very well inspite of the weather.  This weeks course was a untechnical, turny and flowy one.  Most of the course was off-camber turning. During Saturday's practice, the lines were dusty and loose.  Late sat night , it started to rain.  It didn't let up until noon on sunday.  This made the race course a lot more fun.  All of the off camber sections were slippery and rutted.  The rocks had great traction.  The wall was still there, and as always you needed to pedal, pedal, pedal. 


After the race, I was able to sit down with Eric Carter(EC).  I have looked up to him for so long.  I remember when Steve Peat and he were on the GT Bicycles team.  They were riding the experimental DHI.  I was very excited to sit face to face with him and discuss oppurtunties/ options. There is a tremendous amount that I can learn from him.  I hope that I can help him give back to the community that has given me so much.


Curtis Opperman-3rd -Semi-pro


Bernie Opperman-2nd -sport women


Adam Connenoly-11th- JR-X


Eric Opperman-1st- Semi-pro 

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How did you get started?

My older brother,Luke, used to take me on rides in the hills behind our house. A few year later there was a downhill race in the area. I raced and met a guy named John Wilson. After that race I met Jim "Hacksaw" Severt. I have been hoked since.

List your competitive highlights

I have a steady increase in my performance at the races. I started in beginner and just moved up with time.

What are you planning for next season?

I am planning to compete in most of the western state races, these include Sea otter, The NORBAs, Groovy Gravity Games and other little races. I plan on going back east for the Nationals.

What has been your biggest accomplishment?

I have my Eagle Scout, A degree in fire science, EMT and to be able to work as a Wildland Firefighter.