PANTYBUNCHERS INTERVIEW

The instagram account @pantybunchers burst onto the scene this November.  With a nobody is safe, gloves off attitude, these guys have put some fun back into the sport.  Obviously, I wanted to know who they were, so I slid into their DM's to try to find out just that, or at least get a better idea of the riders behind the account.

Jordan Jasa:  First off, who are you? Is it multiple people? What area are you from? Be as specific or vague as you want.

PantyBunchers;  It is a we. Who are we? It isn't an easy answer. We can't give away exactly who we are, because the second everyone knows, it probably won't be funny or nearly as funny anymore. That is all.

The idea for pantybunchers clearly came from rodeopeanut, right? What made you want to do that for scootering?

Yes, the idea came from rodeopeanut, it can't be denied. But as diabolical as that sounds, its all for a good cause. There is a lot of hate among the scooter community right now. Different riders hating on other riders, brands hating on brands, and it is ridiculous. So here at pantybunchers, we have created a medium. Where hate is controlled, and turned into a joke. If people laugh at it, it is no longer serious, and will calm people down. So, long story short: We hate so you don't have to.

What's the process for seeing a wack clip and a seinfeld clip or whatever?  Do you just know clips that fit off the top of your head?

Haha this is a good question. It all depends on the scenario, really. We've all seen funny movies and episodes of old shows, so they are ingrained in our heads. So much to the point where if we see a wack clip, or somebody slipping up, we immediately know what to use. But if not, some deep Youtube research is required, and the end result is just as amazing.

How has the response been? Are the riders you make fun of taking it well, or do they get pissed?

So far, 99% of the community loves it, which is exactly what we want. We aren't out to harm anyone, or put anyone down, just make people laugh and ease the tension in the sport. But there has been some instances where people get mad. We've been blocked by Jon Reyes, I don't think he liked the grandma on the gold bike. But just so he and everyone else knows, it ain't nothing personal, just hilarious.

What's been your favorite post so far?

Oh man, that's so hard to say! So far, the Juzzy Carter one with the cat is hilarious. Ohhh nononono hahaha. But the one that makes me personally crack up is the post about Fuzion! That one will never get old. People don't forget!

Are there any plans for expanding the pantybunchers name? Stickers, shirts??

It is something we have thought about, but that might easily give away who we are ;) Return addresses are a bitch. So that is a maybe!

What do you think the wackest part of the industry is today?  Who's doing it wrong?

It is tough to say what the worst part about the industry is right now. There are little kids with big heads that are turning pro because they can do a couple tricks. Riders are switching teams for some extra cash. And the worlds biggest contests are paying the worlds smallest amounts. There is a lot of mending to be done, but we are young, so I have confidence that the bumps will be smoothed out over time.

What do you think the best part of the industry is today?  Who's doing it right?

There a lot of great things about the industry. We've been in it since the beginning so the fact that it is still around is awesome. I wouldn't say anybody is doing it "right." There is no right and wrong here, just different methods. The guys at Sunshine (AO, Elyts, etc.) have a great handle on things, giving their riders freedom of expression, as well as making them earn their rank. Tilt also has done wonders with their team, making sure it is a tight knit group of dudes that get along super well. But the best part of the industry is the fact that you can go anywhere in the world, and if there is someone that rides a scooter there, you have a place to stay. It is like a bond that you won't get anywhere else. We stand apart from other sports, and we have a unique outlook on life. Anything is possible. Do what you love and love what you do.

Back to who you are, can you tell us if you're notable riders at all, or just some random joes?  Props on keeping your identity secret, secrets in this sport don't remain so very long.


I cannot say ;)

That'll wrap it up, keep up the good work, seeing a pantybunchers post always brightens my day.  Thanks for your time!


What I will say as the final words here, is that we love this sport and are dedicated to it for life. Here for the growth and prosperity.

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So really, it seems there aren't bad intentions here.  They're just poking fun!  I think a lot of riders tend to take criticism badly, so I'd say PB is a good thing.  They may not be the heroes scootering deserves, but they're the heroes scootering needs.