robert Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 I've hung out with both guys and it's really hard to say who has the upper hand. These are two of the top vegan bodybuilders as I see it and I'd love to see them go head to head in April! I may even compete too, as well as others. Ed and I train together in Portland when I'm around and Jimi was one of the featured athletes in Vegan Brothers in Iron last year. Both are great representatives of Vegan Bodybuilding. I hope they don't mind me acting as a show promoter of sorts and setting us this friendly battle! Both guys are super nice and will likely become good friends upon meeting this spring. Let's bring it! Ed Bauer: http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs276.snc1/10327_1185688922885_1248127431_30664871_5597764_n.jpg Jimi Sitko http://photos-h.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc1/hs236.snc1/8324_534021899453_78201054_31418083_1955303_n.jpg I think you could argue that both guys have some of the best abs in all of bodybuilding....and these guys are of course vegan and will make a big splash on stage next year representing the vegan lifestyle, promoting the AR movement though their athletic success! Go get em boys! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Vegan Joe Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Ah, give me a couple of months. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganEssentials Posted January 6, 2010 Share Posted January 6, 2010 Ed's very impressive, but any time I need to show someone pics that will make them freak over vegan bodybuilding potential, I'll show them shots of Jimi and it does the trick So, I think it goes without saying who my top pick is! Better get yourself a Speedo and start practicing that posing routine, Joe! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MaryStella Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 I think both guys are super impressive (as is RC 2!) and I am thrilled to have them represent Vegan athletes!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Octopussoir Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 @Ryan- Thats very nice of you to say! And sorry I never got back to your PM. End of last year was a rough one for me. I hope it didnt hold you back in obtaining your goals for this new year Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted January 7, 2010 Author Share Posted January 7, 2010 Jimi, I hope you can make it out for this! You have more than earned sponsorship to get flown out here to rock the Rose City! Ed will compete, I will likely compete, other local vegans want to compete too (a bunch of us are out here) and if you, Paige, and others join us, it will likely be the most vegans on stage at the same time at the same show ever, and become a trend that continues! We'll keep talking about it. Stay SWOL!!!! RC Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Octopussoir Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 Robert, Im def down man!!!! Ive already been telling people here that Im gonna do it so I have to stick to my word. Yeah MollyMormon might come up from AZ as well. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted January 7, 2010 Author Share Posted January 7, 2010 Sweet! I may even encourage everyone to fill out entry forms "now" because it is a small show and twice it was canceled and last year had a pretty small turnout....but if we get entry forms in from You, Me, Ed, and a few others, we'll get the ball rolling and the organization will get excited too. I know them and I'll send them a note confirming everything (so they don't try to cancel) and even tell them that some entry forms are on the way soon. Cool man! Anyone else want to battle it out on stage? Friendly battle of course! Let's get more people in this thing and have VEGANS literally DOMINATE the stage! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Octopussoir Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 Man we were nothing but SUPPORTIVE when we were in Phoenix and I really appreciate that and loved it. My last show in Mobile, AL there were so many d!ckheads and now I know what you mean by attitudes at shows.. Ill have to register for that organization too.... I told Dani to tell Giac he needs to train for it for fun. I also reminded her that this is the same time he prepared for that same show and looked great! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted January 7, 2010 Author Share Posted January 7, 2010 Yeah, we did have a lot of support! Your family, my family, our friends like xveganjoshx who I saw this week, Ed, Dave, Calvin and all the others! Yeah, we'll need to get everyone registered on www.naturalbodybuilding.com (be prepared for annoying music on the website) No big hurry but in the next week or two, I'll let them know that a bunch of us plan on doing the show and that we'll send in forms soon. I'm heading out......only slept 3 hours, just been super busy......speaking of that, I think Giacomo will be too busy to train for the show. We'll see. Peace yo! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
edxvx Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 Let's Bring It! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
djshrew Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 this would be be sweet! wish I could make it, but don't think I could afford both plane tickets and money for the comp. there is a show in Baltimore around the same time in Baltimore I was thinking of making my debut. I hope this show happens I can't wait to see how it plays out Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason X Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 i don't know either of these guys, but I need to throw my hat in Ed's corner only on the basis of the DRUG FREE on his back. I must have missed it. Is this in Portland? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Octopussoir Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 @jasonx- hey buddy, we all promote drug-free lifestyles!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason X Posted January 7, 2010 Share Posted January 7, 2010 @jasonx- hey buddy, we all promote drug-free lifestyles!! No offense, jimi! You're both total monsters, but I gotta go with the vegan straightedge option! (Is this in Portland, I am thinking it would be a great excuse a field trip! At least two vegans on stage!?) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted January 8, 2010 Author Share Posted January 8, 2010 At least two vegans on stage, possibly a dozen! If I can sell enough books (it's out pretty soon) and do some fundraising, I'd love to have Vegan Bodybuilding & Fitness sponsor competitors and fly them out here.....including JoelK from Australia! I haven't even asked him, just figured if we're talking about the best vegan bodybuilders, his name needs to be mentioned! I'd love to see a bunch of people on stage and if I can rack up the air miles and the fundraising I'd love to sponsor this....perhaps we can get other companies or individuals to help too, especially since I have a history of making myself totally broke from following some of my passions and sharing those opportunities with others....but I'm here to help and I'd love to see this get pretty big and have lots of us in the house! Portland would be a great place to get media exposure, lots of local vegan fans, etc. If you're seriously thinking of competing, please speak up...we'll need to know for fundraising efforts. I don't think we can sponsor those attending (not competing) but we can offer places to stay, give tours of Portland, etc. -Robert Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganEssentials Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 @Ryan- Thats very nice of you to say! And sorry I never got back to your PM. End of last year was a rough one for me. I hope it didnt hold you back in obtaining your goals for this new year It'll all good, Jimi! Sorry to hear it was rough for you as well - hope things are getting better in the start of 2010. Training/diet for me have slowly been working themselves out, so no worries, but I may call on you in the future We'll have to talk soon - I'm working on VeganEssentials.com being able to sponsor some athletes in 2010, so as things get rolling, I'll be in touch Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
lobsteriffic Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 What is the actual date of the show in April? I was planning a trip to Portland for later in the summer, but maybe I could bump it up. Might not work with husband's schedule but hopefully... I'd love to attend and cheer everyone on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jason X Posted January 8, 2010 Share Posted January 8, 2010 Same quesion as above. I'll buy a plane ticket as soon a I know dates and find a floor to sleep on. Never been to portland. This sounds like the perfect excuse! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted January 8, 2010 Author Share Posted January 8, 2010 April 17th. I forgot I didn't post the details here......I posted them in Octo's journal. Wow! @VeganEssentials, that would be HUGE! I can help with some social media PR around Vegan Essentials too, with the focus around........support VeganEssentials with your vegan shopping, as they are sponsoring Vegan Bodybuilders to compete X date, etc.! We can rock social media! I'll see if VEGA can sponsor too, and maybe Sun Warrior, ProBar, and other usual suspects! PS, I know it is expensive to attend bodybuilding shows, which I think is lamesauce, but maybe we can get a group rate or something. I'll talk to the organizers. Here are details from www.naturalbodybuilding.com Oregon State NaturalBodybuilding Championships Saturday, April 17, 2010Clackamas High School14486 SE 122nd Ave.Clackamas, OR 97015Contest Info Special Info BodybuildingMs. FitnessMs PhysiqueMs. FigureModel SearchContest includes all classesEntry forms must be recieved two weeks prior to the competition date! HOST HOTEL Days Inn Portland South9717 SE Sunnyside RdClackamas, OR 97015503-654-1699Contact: Jim Marks 3 Years Drug FreeQualifer for Ms. Fitness USANational Qualifier Registration & Testing: Saturday Morning at 8am atThe Host HotelDays Inn9717 SE Sunnyside Rd.Clackamas, OR 97015 Prejudging and Main Show will be held at: Clackamas High School14486 SE 122nd Ave.Clackamas, OR 97015 Prejudging: 1pmMain show: 6pmTicket prices:Pre judging: $15Main show: $25, $35Vip package: $45 (prejudging and a main show ticket first eight rows) Cash ONLY at the Door! For info Contact ABA/INBA Main Office (951) 734-3900 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted January 17, 2010 Author Share Posted January 17, 2010 Joelk or anyone else interested? I think we're about 12 weeks out! Maybe less! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganEssentials Posted January 18, 2010 Share Posted January 18, 2010 I'm sure we can get something going to raise funds to sponsor people. I'm thinking perhaps some promos in late Feb/early March to generate extra cash, and I'll donate a percentage back to helping these guys (and hopefully others) make it to the show. We'll get something worked out! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
robert Posted January 18, 2010 Author Share Posted January 18, 2010 Awesome! Let's do it! I'll contribute too, as well as support those donating. I'd love to see more and more athletes come out too. Any other bodybuilders, figure, or fitness competitors interested? This could be really fun! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
vivalasvegans Posted February 13, 2010 Share Posted February 13, 2010 this is gonna be awesome. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Octopussoir Posted February 17, 2010 Share Posted February 17, 2010 It looks as if the competition has been postponed til 2011! Bummer!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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