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Vancouver Comes Up Diamonds!

Roy Callender scores his second pro victory by winning Warren Lanman's Diamond Cup in Vancouver Canada.  The first prize being a $25,000 flawless white diamond.  He would beat out a stacked field including the likes of Chris Dickerson, Boyer Coe and a returning Larry Scott who had not competed since winning the 1966 Mr Olympia.…

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PBBA Pr Mr Universe and Pro Mr USA

Chris Devin's PBBA Pro Mr Universe and Pro Mr USA attached some big names.  Boyer Coe would outgun Chris Dickerson for the Mr Universe title.  WHilst Ralph Kroger won the Mr USA title.  Dave Draper would appear as the guest poser. Source: MuscleMag International Annual (Annual 76) Page #59 - MuscleMag International (Annual 76) Page #60…

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1975 NABBA Universe Pictorial Review

The NAABA Universe 1975.  Boyer Coe won the Professional event.  Ian Lawrence won the Amateur event.  Boyer Coe would join the IFBB the following year. Source: MuscleMag International Annual (Annual 76) Page #5 - MuscleMag International (Annual 76) Page #6 - MuscleMag International (Annual 76) Page #7 - MuscleMag International (Annual 76) Page #8 - MuscleMag International (Annual…

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The Columbus Diary

An extensive and comprehensive review of the 1979 World Bodybuilding Championships, Mr International and the Mr Olympia.  A great read for any bodybuilding enthusiast. Source: Muscle & Fitness (Issue Feb 1980) Page #30 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Feb 1980) Page #31 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Feb 1980) Page #32 - Muscle & Fitness (Issue Feb 1980) Page #33…

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Jr Mr America title to Coe

Great article on the 1969 AAU Jr Mr America.  Boyer Coe would win the overall title from Chris Dickerson.  The youthful Coe presented a greatly improved physique from prior competitions to overcome Chris Dickerson who was not quiet at his peak. Source: IronMan (Issue Sep 1969) Page #18 - IronMan (Issue Sep 1969) Page #19 - IronMan (Issue…

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bOYER COE AND HIS TRAINING

A great article on a young Boyer Coe.  Provides some insight into his background and his introduction to weight training.  We also learn a bit about his training and diet as he prepares for competitions. Source: IronMan (Issue Jan 1969) Page #12 - IronMan (Issue Jan 1969) Page #13 - IronMan (Issue Jan 1969) Page #14 -…

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Mr Universe contest 1970

The 1970 NABBA Mr Universe was one of the greatest contests of all time. Arnold Schwarzenegger one the Professional show and Frank Zane won the Amateur version. This report gives a brief overview of the contests and also provides detail on the judging. A must read. Source: Muscular Development (Issue Jan 1971) Page 18 (Muscular Development Issue Jan 1971) …

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