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by Lenny Poage
Thu Jun 20, 2013 3:01 pm
Forum: 2013 Contest Calendar
Topic: Thread to discuss Dates, Status voting etc. for 2013
Replies: 102
Views: 511955

Re: Announce ISSA slalom race for the 2013 season here:

Name: July Jamboree Outlaw TS and Cookout Format: Dual Lane TS Date: July 6, 2013 Location: Ritter Park, Huntington, WV Sanction: BASIC Contact: Lenny Poage and the rest of the HOSS Crew The HOSS crew is hosting the July Jamboree Outlaw TS race on July 6, 2013. Since it's an outlaw race we have no p...
by Lenny Poage
Fri Aug 10, 2012 3:25 pm
Forum: Timing System
Topic: New Timing System
Replies: 8
Views: 13657

Re: New Timing System

Any word/progress on this? I'm VERY interested in looking at and buying a new system for the Cone Fest in Sept. Our Trakmate is wacked out.
by Lenny Poage
Fri Aug 05, 2011 3:24 am
Forum: North America
Topic: [2011] Cone Fest 6, Sept 17-18
Replies: 0
Views: 3927

[2011] Cone Fest 6, Sept 17-18

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It's going to be a great time!!
by Lenny Poage
Sun Nov 28, 2010 3:21 am
Forum: North America
Topic: [2010] 6th Annual WOTT, Huntington, WV
Replies: 1
Views: 5510

[2010] 6th Annual WOTT, Huntington, WV

The 2010 Workin' Off the Turkey happened today (11/27/2010) and it was a blast!! Great times, great skating, great food and beverages and a great way to spend a cold WV afternoon. Here are the results. 2010 WOTT Outlaw Slalom Results Tight Slalom 1st Dave Harris (10.876 secs) 2nd Kyle Smith (11.287 ...
by Lenny Poage
Tue Sep 21, 2010 1:16 am
Forum: North America
Topic: [2010] Cone Fest V Results
Replies: 2
Views: 8086

Cone Fest 5 Giant Slalom C Class 1. Phil Rouse 2. Mike Atkinson 3. Rob Degenhart 4. Dennis Blevins 5. Peter Metzger 6. Earl Cephas 7. Darren Hodges 8. Marshall Presnel 9. Daniel Jones 10. Brandon Caines 11. Austin Jones B Class 1. Evan Tolley 2. Kyle Smith 3. Tom Sloan 4. Brendon Bare A Class 1. Jon...
by Lenny Poage
Mon Sep 20, 2010 4:15 am
Forum: North America
Topic: [2010] Cone Fest V Results
Replies: 2
Views: 8086

Here are the final results of Cone Fest 5!!! HUGE thanks go to the timer, festival organizers, sponsors, and racers (in no particular order). If you see your name in the top 3 of any class, send me a private message with your address so I can send out your plaque. Thanks again!! *drum roll* Cone Fes...
by Lenny Poage
Tue May 18, 2010 5:01 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: [2010] SLALOM ST. LOUIS
Replies: 40
Views: 62344

Very, very, very stoked on FINALLY making this race!!
by Lenny Poage
Thu Mar 25, 2010 3:27 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Jeff Goad, $77, and a skateboard.
Replies: 36
Views: 55347

Goad for President!!
by Lenny Poage
Wed Mar 24, 2010 2:21 pm
Forum: Midwest
Topic: Indianapolis practice sessions- interested?
Replies: 13
Views: 19240

Nice video! Looks like you have a good rhythm down. I agree with Jeremy (of course I'm 4 1/2 hours away).

Jeremy- Kill it this weekend!! Wish I was there, but duty calls up here. Give all my love!!
by Lenny Poage
Tue Mar 23, 2010 6:09 pm
Forum: Midwest
Topic: Indianapolis practice sessions- interested?
Replies: 13
Views: 19240

By the way, this the spot? http://indianapolissoapboxderby.com/photos

Looks awesome!
by Lenny Poage
Tue Mar 23, 2010 5:50 pm
Forum: Midwest
Topic: Indianapolis practice sessions- interested?
Replies: 13
Views: 19240

That sounds awesome!! Try starting at the bottom of the hill and work your way up. You'd be surprised at how many you quickly you get used to it and you'll be flying around the cones in no time. Enjoy!! Also, try and come to the Southern Fried Cone Fest in Ashland, KY in September. It's a haul (4.5 ...
by Lenny Poage
Tue Mar 23, 2010 3:51 pm
Forum: Down South
Topic: NC Slalom!!!!!!!
Replies: 6
Views: 12661

Yeah. Hook up with the DHB. They're some of the coolest bros out there and and they'll be stoked to help you out. Not sure how often they're on here, though, but you can easily find Marion Karr on facebook and he'll point you in the right direction.
by Lenny Poage
Tue Mar 23, 2010 3:48 pm
Forum: Movies
Topic: First cones of the season
Replies: 7
Views: 10438

Killing it, bro!!! Nice!
by Lenny Poage
Tue Mar 23, 2010 3:45 pm
Forum: Midwest
Topic: Indianapolis practice sessions- interested?
Replies: 13
Views: 19240

Hopefully you'l find some locals there who can help you out. If not, Jeremy Coffman lives in Louisville, KY which is 2 hours away. He's a great bro who's always looking for someone to session with. Also (the eternally stoked) Bobby Thomas (who's currently recovering from knee surgery, but will be ba...
by Lenny Poage
Mon Mar 15, 2010 7:11 pm
Forum: Down South
Topic: Slalom dying in Mississippi
Replies: 9
Views: 15576

Eddy Martinez wrote:Luna Slalom Jam 2010. Is it going to happen Ricky. I am down. April ? Do it Ricky. If it is April 25th even better my Birthday. LSJ good memories. Your Amigo Eddy Texas Outlaws.
That'd be a great time!!
by Lenny Poage
Sat Nov 07, 2009 2:03 pm
Forum: Airflow
Topic: replacable axle?
Replies: 2
Views: 6940

replacable axle?

Last night my board had an unfortunate run in with a car and the axle on my Airflow is bent. How hard is that to replace/repair or would I be better off buying a new truck?

Thanks.
by Lenny Poage
Fri Oct 30, 2009 2:05 am
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: pumpkin board?
Replies: 8
Views: 14308

Yeah. There were similar slalom boards 2002-2003-ish.
by Lenny Poage
Tue Oct 27, 2009 1:47 am
Forum: 2010 Contest Calendar
Topic: Preliminary 2010 race dates
Replies: 15
Views: 22983

Cone Fest 5
September 18-19
Ashland, KY
Hybrid, Tight and Giant Slalom

Come for the stoke, stay for the fried pickles and beer!
by Lenny Poage
Tue Oct 27, 2009 1:44 am
Forum: G.O.G. Trucks
Topic: steal and fake a product
Replies: 31
Views: 46118

I took 4 semester of German in college, but forget the VAST majority of it. Had this all gone down back in '94, I'd be all over it. :)
by Lenny Poage
Thu Oct 01, 2009 3:05 pm
Forum: Pavel
Topic: an open letter to red bull
Replies: 13
Views: 16297

Douglas J Fox wrote: Eddy is the man and a true sage in the slalom world. Heal quick Eddy.
Very very true!!
by Lenny Poage
Thu Oct 01, 2009 3:03 pm
Forum: Pavel
Topic: an open letter to red bull
Replies: 13
Views: 16297

That's terrible news!!

I take it that Red Bull isn't even doing the right thing and covering Eddy's medical expenses?
by Lenny Poage
Tue Sep 22, 2009 2:49 am
Forum: Sweden
Topic: RIDER DOWN! Roofy RIP
Replies: 2
Views: 7081

Terrible news! He and his family will be in my thoughts and prayers! May his memory be eternal!
by Lenny Poage
Wed May 20, 2009 5:29 pm
Forum: Down South
Topic: Any races going on it Ms, La, Al, or Tenn in 09
Replies: 8
Views: 13221

I think there is a small but active scene in TN. My bro Jeremy does a couple things near Louisville and I do a couple races in WV and KY each year, but that might be a bit north of your scope.
by Lenny Poage
Thu May 07, 2009 7:15 pm
Forum: New to slalom skateboarding?
Topic: Bushings
Replies: 2
Views: 6956

Much of that depends on personal preference and what feels comfy. My advice, for what it's worth is to get an assortment, like a khiro bushing pack, and try different hardnesses and combinations of hardnesses. I'm a bit heavier than you and right now (and it changes), I skate white Khiros in the fro...
by Lenny Poage
Tue Apr 21, 2009 7:16 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: How Long Before COMPLETES With One Manufacturer's Name?
Replies: 31
Views: 28742

Ramón Königshausen wrote:Airflow has it!

We have

Bearings
Boards
Trucks
Wheels


rmn
All due respect, but do you make front trucks? I love my airflow back, but didn't see a front on the website. Is one in the works?
by Lenny Poage
Mon Apr 20, 2009 6:11 pm
Forum: 2009 Contest Calendar
Topic: Request Race Scheduling In This Topic
Replies: 12
Views: 28690

Thanks to the ever-so-cooperative folks at the South Charleston Parks & Rec, there will be no slalom portion for the 1st Annual King of the Hills contest. Hopefully later in the Spring/Summer.
by Lenny Poage
Tue Apr 14, 2009 5:50 pm
Forum: Down South
Topic: [2009] King of the Hills Race in WV 4/25/09
Replies: 0
Views: 4973

[2009] King of the Hills Race in WV 4/25/09

Short notice, but we're having a slalom race in WV on April 25. It'll be part of the King of the Hills contest at the Pawnshop HQ. Sorry for the VERY few details, but much of that depends on what I hear from the mayor of South Charleston. I wanted to wait to announce much until the details are clear...
by Lenny Poage
Mon Apr 06, 2009 8:20 pm
Forum: New to slalom skateboarding?
Topic: Newbie....help dialing things in....
Replies: 13
Views: 18815

First of all, welcome! Next, know that most stuff comes from trial and error and what may work for some may not work for others. That said, here are a couple things I learned which may or may not help: About the pump: It sounds like you have the basics down, but try to "compress" it a bit so you can...
by Lenny Poage
Thu Mar 26, 2009 6:10 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: THE VENUE IS QUEERED
Replies: 27
Views: 35712

Re: THE VENUE IS QUEERED

This topic will be about places you did not like to race at. Mine is Kipphut, Hannover Slalom World Cup 2007. There were dozens of mouthy children all over the road, especially when the race and practices were going on. In my mind it was too dangerous. What do you think? Sounds like some demos we'v...
by Lenny Poage
Fri Mar 13, 2009 5:18 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: Best material for slalom boards
Replies: 11
Views: 17819

Re: Where are you slalomers?

We have more than 1000 users in this forum - none of them has got an answer (or opinion) about my questions??? Actually there are 1001 opinions if you REALLY want to open that can of worms. It's 100% what you feel comfortable skating, really. Me? I like wood decks possibly with laminate to make it ...
by Lenny Poage
Fri Mar 13, 2009 5:11 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Eagle Scout Slalomers Call Out
Replies: 8
Views: 14282

Chris Favero wrote:I got kicked out of cub scouts for eating brownies
DANG IT! I was hoping to say that joke!! Good one!
by Lenny Poage
Thu Mar 12, 2009 6:08 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: JISSA
Replies: 130
Views: 154814

Im new to slalom, I like this idea. As for ignoring this thread... why would I do that when there are such great posts. I think this shitstorm should be celebrated, it gives the impression you guys have a pulse... Cheers! - Zach[/i] I'm pretty sure I still have a pulse, though I've been accused oth...
by Lenny Poage
Fri Mar 06, 2009 2:41 am
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: WTB Indy or Tracker Trucks
Replies: 5
Views: 6420

Gary Saenz wrote:Sk8Kings is a great place to go for a setup. The Axe2 is a fantastic board and you can run most courses on it as set up by Richy at Sk8Kings. Talk to Richy, he'll set you up right.
Agreed! I'm also a fan of the Axe 2.5.


By the way, welcome to the family!
by Lenny Poage
Thu Mar 05, 2009 7:15 pm
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: WTB Indy or Tracker Trucks
Replies: 5
Views: 6420

I have a question. How much slalom experience do you have? I started on a Gravity GS and skated the SS29 for a little while. They're fun, but a whole lot more fun as cruisers and carvers than as slalom boards. I can't speak for the Landyachts. If you're looking to get into slalom, I would suggest a ...
by Lenny Poage
Fri Feb 27, 2009 5:51 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: JISSA
Replies: 130
Views: 154814

What about official JISSA Speedos?






(If a Pavel falls in the woods, would it still be related to Wes?)
by Lenny Poage
Fri Feb 27, 2009 4:45 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: JISSA
Replies: 130
Views: 154814

Wesley Tucker wrote:What if Pavel's your mother?
What if Pavel's YOUR mother?!?!?!?!?
by Lenny Poage
Thu Feb 26, 2009 6:38 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: JISSA
Replies: 130
Views: 154814

Ron Barbagallo wrote: We all started skating because it was fun. It's getting lost along the way to bullshit.
Too true!!
by Lenny Poage
Thu Feb 26, 2009 6:37 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: JISSA
Replies: 130
Views: 154814

THIS is what slalom needs!!!
by Lenny Poage
Fri Feb 20, 2009 11:38 am
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: Prizes in championships
Replies: 2
Views: 7123

Or championship belts like wrestling and boxing. :)
by Lenny Poage
Wed Feb 11, 2009 6:35 pm
Forum: Midwest
Topic: St. Louis Info
Replies: 3
Views: 8395

I'll be in town June 14th-20th. Of course I'll be busy a much of the time taking tours and other "educational" stuff, but I'll be free most nights and have Wednesday and Friday to explore, etc. I'd love to hang out and skate while I'm in town!
by Lenny Poage
Sat Nov 22, 2008 4:20 pm
Forum: FullBag Skates
Topic: New boards!
Replies: 45
Views: 64628

Got my Red Baron this week and set up last night. Though I only had a chance to pump it upand down the block a couple times, it feels NICE!! Can't wait to really test it out at the Workin' Off The Turkey outlaw next week!!!
by Lenny Poage
Mon Nov 17, 2008 5:14 pm
Forum: Midwest
Topic: St. Louis Info
Replies: 3
Views: 8395

St. Louis Info

I've no details yet, but sometime in June I'll be in St. Louis for a trip for my masters program. It looks like we'll be given lots of free time to explore the town independently so I'll be sure to bring my boards. ANYWAY, I'm considering taking Amtrak into town instead of driving. Before I make tha...
by Lenny Poage
Sun Nov 16, 2008 4:48 am
Forum: D.C.
Topic: Dr. No, Paging Dr. No
Replies: 12
Views: 18345

Worked. They look awsome! Thanks!
by Lenny Poage
Sat Nov 15, 2008 2:15 pm
Forum: D.C.
Topic: Dr. No, Paging Dr. No
Replies: 12
Views: 18345

Gotta love technology!

I tried and it asked me for a password to view the album.
by Lenny Poage
Mon Nov 10, 2008 4:18 pm
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: 2009: Am turning pro
Replies: 29
Views: 40499

Neil Orta wrote:Possibly consider something like: Four podiums in Major or Main status events warrants turning Pro in the following season....

Just a thought.
I agree with Neil- maybe with the addition of "A-Class" and/or overall 1st Place victories at Main/Major races in a season.
by Lenny Poage
Fri Nov 07, 2008 4:54 pm
Forum: D.C.
Topic: Dr. No, Paging Dr. No
Replies: 12
Views: 18345

Dr. No, Paging Dr. No

Aside from killing it off the start ramp at Dixie, Neil got some awesome shots of the racing!! Are those posted anywhere online?

Thanks!
by Lenny Poage
Fri Nov 07, 2008 4:51 pm
Forum: D.C.
Topic: Anyone remember the Bridge Day slalom races in Fayetteville?
Replies: 10
Views: 18849

Gary Saenz wrote:... His race was the first I ever attended and got me interested in slalom.
Ditto! I miss the race and miss hanging out with Dave G!
by Lenny Poage
Sat Oct 25, 2008 2:28 am
Forum: D.C.
Topic: Left a chair at The Farm
Replies: 0
Views: 5217

Left a chair at The Farm

I left Gallia Academy chair at the Farm (I THINK I left it with BP, but you know how the Farm is :) ). If anyone has it and can bring it to the Dixie Cup, it'd be awesome!! Thanks!
by Lenny Poage
Wed Oct 01, 2008 7:08 pm
Forum: Gecko
Topic: Thank you and Goodbye UK...
Replies: 3
Views: 8546

So... it may be completely impractical, but possible you'd be able to hit the Dixie Cup, then?
by Lenny Poage
Mon Sep 29, 2008 7:20 pm
Forum: FullBag Skates
Topic: New boards!
Replies: 45
Views: 64628

Had to toot my own horn for a second. Sorry. No need to be sorry Jeremy! You can come on here and toot your own horn whenever you want to. :D From what I've seen and read, the race looked like a loooot of fun! I'm stoked people had a good time! It's fun to put it on (even with the 4 or 5 racers mee...

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