[Jeff_in_KC]

I will second what Mr. Kick says about the Slabs. Steph and Kyle know their chit BIG time and they've become somewhat of a legend in the midwest. Anytime you can learn from them, you're at an advantage. And yes, Guy, I've met Kyle. Funny dude! His story about his first contest ever being a rain soaked mess right here in Pleasant Hill is funny! Even the headaches that a rainy contest bring didn't dampen his enthusiasm (no pun intended) and he was hooked on the sport.

One difference in Bob's class and what you might or might not learn with the Slabs... Bob doesn't compete anymore (well, he will usually do one a year, mainly to vend but he'll tell you anything and everything. I'd just remember that anyone who is still competing will probably not tell you ALL their secrets.