I'm not sure about the other competitors but Vinny is certainly one that deserves to be pro.
And god knows that you and the others on this board are qualified and in the know.....
In addition, I bet Rhino and Vinny both make more in prize money at this years contest alone, than 90% of the current IFBB pros have in their careers. I know that's not hard to do but it sure seems nicer than being an IFBB pro and not ever winning or making a dime. Not even the enough to pay the $200 to get a pro card. Wow, it must be nice to be an IFBB pro.
Well starting from a clean slate hopefully the PDI pros will at least try to keep a cleaner image, better more aesthetic and pleasing to look at physiques and act more professional than the most of the IFBB pros.
"act more professional than the most of the IFBB pros"
how so? you can't control the way people act or the way they are just because they sign on with an organization... at least the PDI will not have any killers ;)
Innocent until proven guilty ;D
Bertil Fox?
Ah...........Welcome to the Pros, I guess? ???
In addition, I bet Rhino and Vinny both make more in prize money at this years contest alone, than 90% of the current IFBB pros have in their careers. I know that's not hard to do but it sure seems nicer than being an IFBB pro and not ever winning or making a dime. Not even the enough to pay the $200 to get a pro card. Wow, it must be nice to be an IFBB pro.
Yes!!!! Someone had the balls to say it...
By the way, got my contract also.
Nice that you also have posted in this thread twice and still haven't congratulated Vinny on joining.
You are right, but I congratulated him in person, but still you are correct.
Vinny, congrats bro!!!!
How bout giving an old guy a break?
In addition, I bet Rhino and Vinny both make more in prize money at this years contest alone, than 90% of the current IFBB pros have in their careers. I know that's not hard to do but it sure seems nicer than being an IFBB pro and not ever winning or making a dime. Not even the enough to pay the $200 to get a pro card. Wow, it must be nice to be an IFBB pro.
Ah...........Welcome to the Pros, I guess? ???
London & Vinny Galanti will likely earn more money this year from PDI and PDI-based endeavors, endorsements & appearances than at least 2/3 of the IFBB Pros will. Lee Priest and RJ are looking at way bigger payouts than they would have at the IFBB shows or the O, where they wouldn't get a second look. We all know Gary Strydom got very rich, among other pros, for making the jump to the WBF. Just because there *might* be politicial ramifications down the road *if* the PDI fails *within* these mens' competitive windows is no reason to ignore the lucrative opportunities that exist RIGHT NOW for athletes.
Where exactly is all this money going to come from?
Unless Wayne has heavyweight sponsors lined up, it's all smoke and mirrors.
Ah...... At last check, correct me if I'm wrong Keith, but aren't MOST of the guys making up the new PDI former IFBB Pro's who at their age probably wont change who they are? :-\
Introucing New Pro Members of the PDI to Professional BBing:
Rookie Pro- Lee Priest
Making his debut appearance on the Pro Circuit at 50 years old, Vince TaylorBusting onto the PDI Pro Circuit still wet behind the ears- Sherry Tamali
Cagey new Rookie, all the way from out of Retirement- Jack London!
Fresh new face on the BBing scene, forgetting the 10yrs in the amatuers- Vinny G!
Presenting promoter Extraordinair for the 1st time in Professional BBing- Wayne Demilia!
Good luck to all you New Rookies!
bring Respect back to the industry by being better than the losers over in the IFBB like: Cutler, Coleman, Badell & Jackson!
Shawn I always liked you when you competed and I think you speak very well when I hear you on pro bodybuilding weekly, I really think you won at least 2 olympia's both 90 and 94...hell, maybe even 96. I loved you're training articles and I really like you in all the BFTO that I have. With that said, you come off like a real dick on these boards.
In between hating on the IFBB maybe you should have at least wished Vinny congrats.
Your losing perspective, as am I.
Congrats vinny. ;D
Shawn, i was a big fan of yours from the beginning of your career.Your misguided loyalty to a federation over the sport itself is transparent.Why mock other pro's as if they aint in your league.Your yesterdays news, these guys are tomorrows champions and stars, remember that.
Strydom was a millionaire before he ever signed a WBF contract...
Strydom was a millionaire before he ever signed a WBF contract...
Where exactly is all this money going to come from?
Unless Wayne has heavyweight sponsors lined up, it's all smoke and mirrors.
You guys seriously, just because you don't hear about them doesn't mean they aren't there. Believe me, there are some very very big sponsors for the PDI. Do you honestly think Wayne doesn't have connections. Maybe yes maybe no about a HUGE sponsor for millions, but yes many smaller BIG sponsors will make it up.
There are two big articles (7+ pages) in MD and MM coming out in May and June I think. That will speed up the ball for additional sponsors. AMI IS NOT the only game in town with publications. And in Europe they barely make a ripple. Instead of hating and trying to convince yourself that PDI will be a failure, maybe you should think about how cool it's going to be to have more contests, in more locations (closer to you) and now better judging and more competiton. Not the same old story.
Well Keith....contrary to what you've stated earlier, BB.com won't be one of them.
BBing.com is already signed up as a sponsor.
Hence by Bob Chick has STFU on the boards lately and started to talk about Wayne on the show, despite saying he wouldn't.
I have already congratualed Vinny and I think he'll attest to that. I think he is a great addition to the PDI. And after all those years of trying to and from what I have read should have made it in the pros, in the first year alone he will traveling around Europe and I am sure doing more magazine shoots from being in the PDI than he would ever in the IFBB(if he ever made it). That is what the PDI is great for, it is giving the opportunity for the guy who should have made it in the IFBB a second chance. Anyone (other than 2 or 3) under 210 pounds as an IFBB pro makes nothing in competiton. And being a pro and being short means as much as taking second place in the 100 yeard dash in the SPecial Olympics. Other than the top 10 maybe 12 guys in the IFBB, their is absolutely no future for a carreer. Unless you like taking 2nd place or below like our esteem resident pro, then the PDI offers more shows and more opportunity to get somewhere in BB, make endorsement deals, compete more and travel the world. Wayne is paying for many of the BB to go to Europe and compete. How many does Weiner, AMI, IFBB pay for? Exactly NONE! Where is the downside here. For the guys who support the IFBB great, but how can you put down PDI for giving the BB a second chance. I find it amazing. There are many reasons why the IFBB is getting ragged on by me and many others including many may pros. But the PDI so far has done nothing but appearing it is going to be a great thing for BB. Yet a select few want to diss it just because it's here. They haven't done one thing wrong to any BB. The Weiners have many years of being shitty to their BB's.
Shawn I always liked you when you competed and I think you speak very well when I hear you on pro bodybuilding weekly, I really think you won at least 2 olympia's both 90 and 94...hell, maybe even 96. I loved you're training articles and I really like you in all the BFTO that I have. With that said, you come off like a real dick on these boards.he's a short, fat, bald guy. What do you expect?
BBing.com will be a sponsor, Bob. Not sure if you didnt' get the memo...
BBing.com will be a sponsor, Bob. Not sure if you didnt' get the memo...
BBing.com will be a sponsor, Bob. Not sure if you didnt' get the memo...
Thats funny...As I sat down with the CEO of BB.com this past weekend and we mapped out the shows we would be adding and appearances, etc....we specifically discussed that we WOULD NOT be sponsoring the PDI event.
Even funnier is that you think you're "in the loop".....your not.
I got your memo.....RIGHT HEEEEEEERE!!
he's a short, fat, bald guy. What do you expect?
Defcon just mentioned he's a Short, fat, baldguy. The humility, is christlike. :D
It's official now..... ;DCongrats
Congrats Vinny!!! You were already a pro in my eyes though!!!! ;)
why is this guy (Chick) the athlete's rep?
There is so much conflict of interest!
Hey now, this post is about me...NOT BOB....LOL
Sorry about that. I know you have to get your time in before the PDI starts signing the real bodybuilders.he is a real "bber" 8)
he is a real "bber" 8)
you know what I mean ;)
Sorry about that. I know you have to get your time in before the PDI starts signing the real bodybuilders.
So far, the NOC has only 2 competitors, Vinny G and Jack London.
Wow, that'll be an exciting show, huh? ::)
(my money's on Vinny to win, and Jack to take 3rd)
vinny"s days are long gone 40 and done thats why he"s with wayne
Am i the only one who finds it funny that SEVERAL amateur bodybuilders are now in the PRO DIVISION INC? And able to compete against guys who actually turned PRO legitimately?
Onlyme- you are a jackass.. just wait until PDI goes under!! Wayne doesnt have the $$$ the weider's did...
why would anyone go to a PDI show to watch second rate "pro" bodybuilders compete?
Yes I am a jackass trying to support a friend with an idea to better BB. Yes I am a jackass for that. Good judge of character you are. At what happens when PDI succeeds, are you going to kill yourself. Wayne actually has more money than when Weider started and he has sponsors and supporters. So where are you coming from. Plus another advantage that Weiners didn't have is that BB when they go into it didn't have the negative influence and image it has now. Wayne is coming forward with an organization that is attempting to change all that and most provide the competitors with more contests to enter, more travel exposure and endorsements deals. So, good job acting like an asshole. You completed your task.
Yes I am a jackass trying to support a friend with an idea to better BB. Yes I am a jackass for that. Good judge of character you are. At what happens when PDI succeeds, are you going to kill yourself. Wayne actually has more money than when Weider started and he has sponsors and supporters. So where are you coming from. Plus another advantage that Weiners didn't have is that BB when they go into it didn't have the negative influence and image it has now. Wayne is coming forward with an organization that is attempting to change all that and most provide the competitors with more contests to enter, more travel exposure and endorsements deals. So, good job acting like an asshole. You completed your task.
Am i the only one who finds it funny that SEVERAL amateur bodybuilders are now in the PRO DIVISION INC? And able to compete against guys who actually turned PRO legitimately?
Vinny is already been discussed and deserving,but if they are taking class winners on the other show's such as usa's which give's 2 card's and north america's 1 card,that mean's pdi will recognize and accept entance to their organization all class winners that's an additional 14 pro's or so not including nationals which class win is automatic pro card,or they only going to pick and choose from npc's best.I understand they too will have their own qualifiers also.
HELLO
Just wanted to be a Pro that bad. Now when PDI folds under after a year or twojust like the WBF you a fucked your self with the IFBB
Am i the only one who finds it funny that SEVERAL amateur bodybuilders are now in the PRO DIVISION INC? And able to compete against guys who actually turned PRO legitimately?
Whats funny is how ragging the PDI is slowing down. The IFBB Masters was a joke not even talking about the results but the overall show. Next is the Colorado Pro which should be the best showin history cause our very own master BB promoter is doing it. The IFBB is killing themselves slowly and giving the PDI more strength. I love it.
Whats funny is how ragging the PDI is slowing down. The IFBB Masters was a joke not even talking about the results but the overall show. Next is the Colorado Pro which should be the best showin history cause our very own master BB promoter is doing it. The IFBB is killing themselves slowly and giving the PDI more strength. I love it.
Its just that the PDI hasn't done anything new recently. The winds have changed for now, but don't worry we'll get back to ragging on the PDI soon enough. Enjoy the peace.
ok cool...cant wait
Did i hook up with her...lol
OMFG!! Excellent!!
;D ;D ;D ;D
Hmmm lets see....in 1986 i took 2nd place at the teen usa....and i was banging a 25 yr oldish hot chick.....who knows...LOL
umm Dad?
SHe wasn't born yet in 86, dude.
Way too kill my paternity suit >:(
Actually it was 1980, but I am sure I could have found a judge to overlook that part.
Ah...... At last check, correct me if I'm wrong Keith, but aren't MOST of the guys making up the new PDI former IFBB Pro's who at their age probably wont change who they are? :-\
Introucing New Pro Members of the PDI to Professional BBing:
Rookie Pro- Lee Priest
Making his debut appearance on the Pro Circuit at 50 years old, Vince TaylorBusting onto the PDI Pro Circuit still wet behind the ears- Sherry Tamali
Cagey new Rookie, all the way from out of Retirement- Jack London!
Fresh new face on the BBing scene, forgetting the 10yrs in the amatuers- Vinny G!
Presenting promoter Extraordinair for the 1st time in Professional BBing- Wayne Demilia!
Good luck to all you New Rookies!
bring Respect back to the industry by being better than the losers over in the IFBB like: Cutler, Coleman, Badell & Jackson!
is it me or does this read vindictive and bitter?
Shawn praises the Lord but bashes his fellow man.
a Mr Olympia would NEVER be this bitter....LOL