American Heros-- David Traver

At the biennial World Beard and Mustache Championships in May in Anchorage, Alaska, four local heros "defeated" the usually dominant German contingent in the 18-category pageant, including overall champ David Traver, pictured above, who is from Girdwood, Alaska. Traver said, of the Germans, "They were humble, and you have to respect that." However, though, Traver acknowledged that no money was at stake (only money and bragging rights), but added that there are "a lot of ladies" who fawn over men's facial hair. "Seriously, they exist."

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