Michael Egdes of Ft. Lauderdale (center) was selected International Mr. Leather 2005 at Chicago’s Navy Pier on May 29. He beat out 52 contestants from six countries. Also pictured: 1st runner up Dodger Allen of San Francisco (left) and 2nd runner up Alan J. Bowers, M.D., of New Orleans (right). Photo by Rex Wockner. A social was held at T’s for deaf leather enthusiasts and their friends during IML weekend. The two together are International Ms. Deaf Leather 2004 (Steff Juge) and International Mr. Deaf Leather 2004 (Paul ‘Teddy’ O’Rourke). Photos by Mel Ferrand. At the IML contest, IML founder Chuck Renslow with the winner. Photo by Israel Wright
