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by Tom Blankley
Thu Sep 29, 2005 7:45 am
Forum: Bahne
Topic: Bahne Decks and Cadillac Wheels Now Available
Replies: 6
Views: 13487

Bahne Store

The Bahne store is looking good.
Nice job Jack.
by Tom Blankley
Fri Sep 23, 2005 8:54 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Phoenix Slalom sessions

For everybody looking for the weekend slalom practice, check with Rob for Saturday and or Sunday times. I won't be setting cones for a while (or anything else for that matter) An injury to my back has me out of the game for a while. When I get walking again I'll be on the sidelines keeping times and...
by Tom Blankley
Tue Aug 16, 2005 7:07 am
Forum: North America
Topic: [2005] World Championships - Trip to the Worlds
Replies: 23
Views: 29545

Morro Bay rooms

the Motel 6 in Morro Bay is clean, and quiet, and $38.00 a night for a pair of beds.
by Tom Blankley
Sun Aug 14, 2005 7:30 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Sunday Slalom Practice

Sundays practice went well...had a turn out of about 10 people (its all a blur) Rob set a challenging tight course then had to loosen it for the inexperiened riders. I showed up late and forgot my spare boards for the newb's but a great morning of slalom was had by all The whole clan packed up and m...
by Tom Blankley
Sat Aug 13, 2005 5:18 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Sunday Slalom

I'll be there .
As per Robs phone call, it sounds like a good bunch coming to skate .
Did you say "tight course" COOL!!

this is gonna be GREAT!!
by Tom Blankley
Sun Apr 17, 2005 6:10 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Hey Steve,
Come out to N. Canyon for a hour, it will clear your mind and relax you.
Bring the wife and baby with you, the weather will be great in the A.M.
6:45-7:45
by Tom Blankley
Sat Apr 16, 2005 7:03 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

o-ma -haHAHAHAHAHAHA
by Tom Blankley
Fri Apr 15, 2005 5:20 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

4/17/2005

Slalom jam this weekend at North Canyon. Rob,Rick,Bryce,Trina,Steve,Adam,George,Greg,Rex,Cory, and ANYBODY that wants to skate. I'm callin' YOU out! A tight,Fast course will be set at 6:45 a.m. Bring your slalom gear and some water.(its gonna be warm) After the hill, have your park gear ready for th...
by Tom Blankley
Fri Apr 08, 2005 6:45 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Phoenix Slalom Practice

Slalom skate this Sunday on the N. Canyon hill. The new hill is great but currently NOT skate-able. ( there is a huge swarm of bees holding the finish line hostage) I've made some calls, and the bees should be gone by wednesday. I'll be setting cones at 6:45 a.m. Sunday, and will have a park board f...
by Tom Blankley
Fri Mar 25, 2005 5:11 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Gary, Tuesday the 12th and Wednesday the 13th are my days off so thats great. I've got you on the calander, Hell I'll even wash the car. If you have some time between meetings or in the early A.M. let me know. I've got two hills to show you for consideration of the start of the 2006 season. Tom
by Tom Blankley
Thu Mar 24, 2005 1:49 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Easter Sunday

Hey everybody,
I know its Easter, But if any of you wanna skate, I'm up for it.
SLALOM OR A SKATEPARK
Hey how about both
OR
lets set the cones in the skatepark.

Tom
by Tom Blankley
Wed Mar 16, 2005 4:08 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Gary , in the summer in Phoenix your wheels melt out from under you. you have to learn to start early. also there is a church at the top of the hill. and the cars start rolling in about 9:00 a.m.
That leaves the rest of the day to hit the skateparks to recruit new slalomers.

Tom
by Tom Blankley
Tue Mar 15, 2005 9:37 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Weekly Slalom Practice

The weather in Phoenix has cleared and dried up, The weekly Slalom Practice is on again. Five of us on the hill this past Sunday, 50 cone hybrid was set and we had a blast. Anybody in the Phoenix area, new to slalom or not. Come out and skate. 16th St. and Union Hills, Sundays 6:45 A.M. 'til ?????? ...
by Tom Blankley
Thu Jan 27, 2005 4:52 am
Forum: Split-Fire
Topic: Asphalt Playground Split-Fire 107mm
Replies: 44
Views: 79498

Gary,
I'd like to see the video of Morro Bay.
That T/S on Sunday kicked my *&%$
Shows me what I need to work on.
And to keep this on topic, maybe the Split-Fire will help with my time.
Last year all I had was stock Trackers.
Tom
by Tom Blankley
Wed Jan 26, 2005 9:33 pm
Forum: Split-Fire
Topic: Asphalt Playground Split-Fire 107mm
Replies: 44
Views: 79498

Split-Fire

Took my new Split-Fire for my first test runs today.
Feels great on the board, nice response.
Got any pics of a front truck prototype?
by Tom Blankley
Sun Jan 23, 2005 5:15 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Texas Outlaws

Hey Steve,
How about we head to Texas in Feburary and skate with the outlaws.
I'm game, can you make it?
by Tom Blankley
Tue Oct 12, 2004 10:35 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Jim Korten returns.
Replies: 47
Views: 87905

John,
I think I have his runs on film? I'll look for it
He "floated" down the hill like it was nothing
Does anybody have an address for him?
by Tom Blankley
Fri Oct 01, 2004 4:15 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Hey everybody,
The temps. are down and its time to set cones again.
I'll be on "the hill" this sunday from 6:30-8:30 a.m.
after that, I may hit the skatepark for a while.
Any takers?
by Tom Blankley
Thu Aug 12, 2004 5:58 am
Forum: ISSA Site administration
Topic: [Announcement] Editorial and ownership transfer 2004
Replies: 87
Views: 168672

O.K. this is getting silly. I don't care who "owns" this site, as long as it is still here so I can voice my opinion freely. I know Adam, and I know he has a full, busy life and had to "trim the fat" somehow. I also know Jack, and believe that he would never do ANYTHING to jeopardize the existance o...
by Tom Blankley
Fri Aug 06, 2004 7:47 am
Forum: ISSA Site administration
Topic: [Announcement] Editorial and ownership transfer 2004
Replies: 87
Views: 168672

Thank you

In 2002 I was "surfin' the web, for anything to do with skateboarding. I stumbled upon this site and a old flame in my heart grew back into the huge blaze that it is today. If this site were not here, I would still be "lost". For that life changing moment ,I say THANK YOU to ADAM and those who assis...
by Tom Blankley
Thu Jul 22, 2004 1:04 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

I will be out of town this weekend, headed for the La Costa races.
The hill has a 50 cone, 6 ft. on center course marked out on it if anybody
wants to practice .
I'll see you next week.
by Tom Blankley
Mon Jul 19, 2004 4:44 pm
Forum: Abec 11
Topic: Grippins
Replies: 19
Views: 31704

Hi Martin,
My deck was a Turner G/S Hybrid Stiff flex, Tracker RT/X cut to about
98mm on front, And a RT/S stock in the back. Biltins also
Tom
by Tom Blankley
Sun Jul 18, 2004 6:13 pm
Forum: Abec 11
Topic: Grippins
Replies: 19
Views: 31704

I took a ride on the new Grippins today, 92a front,88a back. on a mellow hill ,50 cones, 6 ft. on center. While giving it all I had, the wheels never slid once, and they wanted more. dispite all the crap being said about "green wheels, I think they ROCK! Sense its my feet on the deck and its my opin...
by Tom Blankley
Sat Jul 17, 2004 6:13 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Hey Steve I'll Be there at 6:00 w/cones, For the last two weeks the local police have been checking us out, as long as we clear out between 8:00 & 8:30 everything is cool. Hey Eddie thanks for the invite, I agree with Steve, Where in Texas are you? I'll take a look at the August plans, got Breckenri...
by Tom Blankley
Fri Jul 02, 2004 3:25 am
Forum: Bahne
Topic: living up to promises
Replies: 19
Views: 28783

HAHAHAHA! I was waiting to see who would pull that trick first
You win Terry !!
by Tom Blankley
Wed Jun 30, 2004 5:39 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Hey everybody,
Anybody up for some slalom this Sunday?
July 4th morning.

Tom
by Tom Blankley
Mon Jun 21, 2004 6:26 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Hey everybody,
looks like I'll be in Denver this weekend (26th/27th)
for a slalom race.
Have fun at the ditch with steve, I wanna hear all about it.
If you want to Slalom Sunday and need my cones let me know.
I'll be in town 'til Friday.
by Tom Blankley
Fri Jun 18, 2004 7:59 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Hey everybody,
How about some Slalom this Sunday. I'll be set up by 6:00 a.m.
Long,loose & fast,
short & tight.
Lets Skate!!!!!
Tom
by Tom Blankley
Wed Jun 09, 2004 12:55 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Hi Everybody,
I will not be setting cones this Sunday,(13th)
I am heading to WLAC to slalom in some cooler weather.
Skate safe and I'll see ya' next weekend

Tom
by Tom Blankley
Thu Jun 03, 2004 9:20 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

This Saturday I'll be at P.V. park early for some bowl carving.
And Sunday at 6:30 a.m. I;ll be setting cones Behind North Canyon.
I hope to see you all there.
Tom
by Tom Blankley
Fri May 28, 2004 3:47 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

I'll be out of town this memorial day weekend.
Rob and Fay are going out of town too.
Be safe and we'll see ya'll next week.
Tom
by Tom Blankley
Wed May 26, 2004 6:34 pm
Forum: California
Topic: 2004 Season Teaser
Replies: 8
Views: 12052

Any new info on WLAC races?
by Tom Blankley
Wed May 19, 2004 5:57 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Hey Rob,
I'll be there at 6:30 a.m. I'm gonna set a measured 6 ft. course to start.
Then we'll open it up to a big G/S course.
See ya' there
Tom
by Tom Blankley
Sat May 15, 2004 12:02 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Hi everybody,
I will not be able to make our regular slalom meeting this sunday the 16th. The kids and I will be out of town with an unforseen matter.
skate hard, skate safe,
Tom
by Tom Blankley
Sat May 01, 2004 5:00 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Hi All,
Sorry so late posting here, I will be at P.V. skatepark saturday, and will be setting cones on sunday morning 6:45 a.m. there is less traffic on the hill on sundays.

skate safe,
Tom
by Tom Blankley
Sun Apr 25, 2004 7:37 am
Forum: California
Topic: 2004 Season Teaser
Replies: 8
Views: 12052

Are there any dates set yet for WLAC slalom races?
by Tom Blankley
Sat Apr 24, 2004 3:50 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

I'll be there and have cones set.
I've been setting cones there every weekend for a long time.
With or without other skaters I still skate.
All are welcome, I'll be there about 7 a.m.

skate safe,
Tom
by Tom Blankley
Fri Apr 16, 2004 5:25 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Hi Everybody,
Cones will be set Saturday 7:00ish We will start with a tight set and then
later we'll open it to a more Hybrid/GS set.
I've been a little under the weather for the past few days, and I'm moving kind of slow.If I'm not there before you, relax I'll be there.
skate safe,
Tom
by Tom Blankley
Sat Apr 10, 2004 3:55 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Steve, the hill you are scouting is in a gated community.
Its a great hill but you can't get in .
Rob L. called me and is in for Sat. am slalom.
See ya' on the hill,
Tom
by Tom Blankley
Fri Apr 09, 2004 6:15 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Hey, I'm always ready to skate. Saturday is great, I'll be there 6:45ish.
I'm gonna wait and see who shows before I set the cones.
Steve , I know Fountain Hills pretty good, where about are you scouting?

see ya' on the hill,
Tom
by Tom Blankley
Sat Apr 03, 2004 7:34 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Its Saturday the 3rd and I just got home from the slalom hill. It was a small turn-out, Adam & his boys , Trina, Cory and myself. The heavy rain last night really seemed to help the road conditions, the wheels held the road well.This week we set a tight coarse that really kept us on our toes. No off...
by Tom Blankley
Wed Mar 31, 2004 4:48 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Well its Tuesday night and I've so busy I forgot to update this for everybody following the Phoeinx slalom crew. Last Saturday once again cones were set. Bryce , Trina , Rob , Adam and myself skated for about 3 hours. After being off a board for a few months, Adam got right back into the swing of th...
by Tom Blankley
Wed Mar 24, 2004 3:33 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Phoenix Slalom

This week Slalom practice will be on Saturday 3/27/04.
Same place, 16th and Union Hills.
I'll be set up at 6:30 am Come one, come all, and bring a friend.
Any questions, E-Mail me.

Tom
by Tom Blankley
Sat Mar 20, 2004 3:54 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Setting cones Sunday

Once again this Sunday 3/21/04 I will be setting cones at 6:45 a.m. in N Phoenix. 16th st. and Union Hills on the N. side of the school on the back street. I don't expect the big turn-out of last week ( Cory is out of town, Rob is working, George is up in Winslow) but the cones will be there anyway....
by Tom Blankley
Tue Mar 16, 2004 4:22 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Phoenix G.R.S.
Replies: 102
Views: 302416

Phoenix G.R.S.

This past Sunday, bright and early I set my cones on a quiet N. Phoenix street with my son Cory. Unlike any other Sunday with the two of us skatin' alone, this week we had a total of 14. Most were new to Slalom but with some loaner boards and some coaching, they were doing Great. 50 cones were set o...
by Tom Blankley
Wed Jul 30, 2003 3:38 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
Replies: 789
Views: 1542274

Hey , George asked for, and liked the "slim jim" 'til he found out what it was.
I wish I had my camera.
Sorry George.
by Tom Blankley
Wed Jul 16, 2003 6:41 am
Forum: Seismic / 3dm
Topic: Road Grime
Replies: 2
Views: 7759

Thanks, I'll give it a try.
by Tom Blankley
Wed Jul 16, 2003 4:33 am
Forum: Seismic / 3dm
Topic: Road Grime
Replies: 2
Views: 7759

Hi Howard,Can you suggest any special Cleaning solutions to get the road grime off my Turner wheels. Also, What will damage the wheels?
by Tom Blankley
Tue Jul 15, 2003 4:59 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Northern Az GRS
Replies: 1
Views: 3991

George, That hill Rocks. Let me Know what day,(25th or 26th) and I'm there.
I'll Bring the cones and stuff,(And the video camera too!!)
See Ya' on the Hill.

Tom
by Tom Blankley
Tue Jun 17, 2003 4:00 am
Forum: New to slalom skateboarding?
Topic: Deck types
Replies: 6
Views: 9203

Shane, where do you live? There might more slalom skaters in your area than you think.
I find people wanting to "run cones" all over the place.
Tom

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