Observer Lindsay Thompson, of Lexington, swung by the pageant with some friends.

How did you hear about the Mister USA Pageant?
"I read about it in the Metro, and we thought, 'what a new and interesting way to spend a Saturday night.'"

What are your thoughts on male beauty pageants?
"Well, we judge men on a regular basis when we're out, so why not do that among other people?"