Sea Otter’s iconic slalom race is the premier event here in Monterey, and fans were treated to a final that saw Martin Maes take the victory over Mitch Roplato on his Specialized. Some might call Martin’s win an upset, but the young GT racer has proven himself pretty handy on a bike, with success at World Cup downhills, Enduro World Series events, and now at the world’s most famous slalom race. Pinkbike photographer Margus Riga shot all of yesterday’s action on the berms, as well as 11 riders and their bikes as they made their way back up to the top of the hill between rounds … More