On this day we welcome a guy who literally redefines pro racing.  He gives new meaning to the phrase "turn and burn", and is undeniably one of the most impressive racers on the scene today.  The beauty of it is on SLO an individual's skills are the least of our concerns, and with Shaggy we're getting a multi-faceted package.  For instance, he's a great PR (public relations) guy who's honest and never ever pushy or demanding.  He's in tip-top shape and in superb health.  He's also a consummate team player who believes in working with people vs barking out orders.  No sir, they just don't come any better than ole Shaggy, and based on his many personal attributes and charisma, we decided to to make him one of us!  On behalf of Team SLO, allow me to present our newest superstar...

*** SLO_SHAGGY ***

As with every new recruit, Shaggy will receive a personalized gift package that over the years has proven to do absolutely nothing for an individual's morale and spirit.  LOL but who cares - it's a tradition, and as such he'll get his gift package...and he'll like it!  So let's see what he got:  An autographed copy of the "Scooby Doo" series on dvd (in Japanese with Russian subtitles), A full 4 min supply of "Fetch Em, Boy" dog biscuits (pre-chewed compliments of Scrooch), 3 free obedience lessons at a local kennel (course consists of memorizing the following: "You're freakin awesome, SLO_COPE!", "Of course - you're always right, SLO_COPE", and "Shall I gas up the COPE Mobile for you, oh exalted one so you can kick SLO_Jumpers teeth in...again?") and finally, 50% off the cost of the surgery he's been scheduled for next week (neuter).  Now I ask you, who in their right mind wouldn't want a supercharged package like that?  

LOL welcome aboard, Shaggy.  Seriously man...we're darn glad to have you with us, bud.  By all means make yourself at home, but most of all the ride.  It's a great one!

Enter "Shaggy21313".  Although I was somewhat baffled by the manner in which he greeted me, after chatting with the youngster I was extremely impressed, as was SLO_RAZ, who incidentally is chiefly responsible for affording him a shot at earning a nice, tailor-made SLO jacket.  RAZ did express some concern about his mathematical aptitude, however.  Supposedly, Shaggy tried to get the name "Shaggy12345", but couldn't quite put the numbers together.  He also stated that the 2-year old kid next door was no help, and that he was sorry he asked the little brat for assistance.  Ultimately "21313" was the best he could do, so rather than endure more frustration (and the "You're so dumb" taunts from the 2-yr old brat), he stuck with the digits he has.  Needless to say it's a good thing we eliminated that "must be able to successfully count 8 two out of three times" rule, or Mr. 21313 wouldn't be here lol.  

Congrats on your trial period, Shaggy...and welcome!  Relax, meet a few more SLOsters, and enjoy the ride, bud.  Don't sweat the name thing either; Razzy will work with you over the next three weeks.  If you haven't gotten it by May 27th, we'll hook you up with our reading, writing, and arithmetic specialists: SLOs 3B, N8, and nOct3rn4l.  Good freakin luck (you're gonna need it) lol. 

I have a few updates to make to the Miscellaneous Tracks page, as well as one more significant update to post here (tonight...late tonight) before it's all said & done, and I'll be ready to race again (finally)!  Sorry for the inconvenience of our off-on again service, but this time we should be around for a while.