The 15th Annual Dead Baby Downhill and Messenger Challenge took place in West Seattle Friday night, where bike enthusiasts congregated and then raced down the hill towards Georgetown. Injuries and general debauchery ensued. The after-party featured bike jousting, musical guests The Sprockettes, and a lot of beer.Photos by Catherine AnstettPublished on August 8, 2011
…that they advertise ear plugs for sale.
The music at The Morgue is so loud…
The music at The Morgue is so loud…
Fierce bike battles
Chillin’
The Sprockettes, a Portland synchronized mini-bike dance troupe.
The Sprockettes, a Portland synchronized mini-bike dance troupe.
The odd couple, updated…
The odd couple, updated…
Cyclecide touring group and families.
Cyclecide touring group and families.
BMX jumps
BMX jumps
A bicycle built for two….kegs, that is.
At the end of the race in Georgetown, bikers jam, compete and party.
Bikers down, just a few blocks from the starting point.
Helpful fans along the route, like the Tour de France
Helpful fans along the route, like the Tour de France
And they’re off!
Race registration
Stocking up at the Shipwreck Tavern.
The crowd gathers at The Shipwreck Tavern in West Seattle for the start of the race.
