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- Mon Apr 27, 2009 10:36 pm
- Forum: For Sale - Wanted
- Topic: SOLD/TRADED: Roe PS2.8, Icksticks Carerra and other goodies
- Replies: 1
- Views: 3839
SOLD/TRADED: Roe PS2.8, Icksticks Carerra and other goodies
Thanks to all that showed interest. All has been promised.
- Sun Oct 15, 2006 2:58 am
- Forum: New England
- Topic: FARMAGEDDON 11/11/06
- Replies: 52
- Views: 79687
Re: East Coast
Thanks, Paul. Maybe someday. But it won't be soon. My wife is still in school and, well, the weather rocks out here. The weather, however, is not enough to diminigh my missing all of you guys.Paul Pellerin wrote:Hey Matt,
Come on back east!! We will take you back.
Anyway, have fun racing.
- Thu Oct 12, 2006 10:20 am
- Forum: New England
- Topic: FARMAGEDDON 11/11/06
- Replies: 52
- Views: 79687
Yo Derek, That's a sick idea. I'm absolutely stoked to skate magnolia woods again- one of the first places a lot of us skated cones in 04. Derek I'd really like to help organize if you want. Give me a call. We need to to Tight Slalom again. Get JG to set it. BASS Boston Area Slalom Sessions Dude, K...
- Thu May 04, 2006 4:41 pm
- Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Truck Discussion
- Topic: How important are straight axles on your front truck?
- Replies: 5
- Views: 11861
technical questions
Also posted at silverfishlongboarding.com Ok, I am one of those poor, sorry-ass, newbie, dweebish skaters who got into this game way late and just look like a dumb fool anytime I step on a skateboard. With that said, I also slalom. Yes, slalom is cool to do, but it is still seemingly dweebish to som...
- Sun Apr 02, 2006 5:40 am
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Needham Practice Sessions
- Replies: 5
- Views: 8336
Nice vids, guys!
Hey, Karl. Thanks for posting the vids! I love being able to see you guys out there.
- Sun Mar 26, 2006 11:19 am
- Forum: Colorado
- Topic: any CO folks practicing this week?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 8724
need spots
Sorry I missed the CO crowd this past week. The day change killed me, although there didn't seem to be much of a choice for oyu guys. Glad the race went well. Anyway...I need places to skate. Still not familiar with the area areound Littleton/Denver and the pavement sucks in most places where I have...
- Fri Mar 24, 2006 7:50 pm
- Forum: Colorado
- Topic: any CO folks practicing this week?
- Replies: 2
- Views: 8724
any CO folks practicing this week?
Hey, guys and gals! I need to get out and run some cones. Anyone practicing this week and wanna let a crappy slalomer join ya?
If not, anyone know of any good evening spots in the Littleton area?
Later
If not, anyone know of any good evening spots in the Littleton area?
Later
- Tue Oct 04, 2005 8:46 am
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Arboretum Outlaw SATURDAY NOVEMBER 5TH 9 AM TIGHT SLALOM
- Replies: 41
- Views: 55561
you rock, Karl
Karl,
Glad that you are spreading the stoke like a bad strain of the flu! Maybe it will actually keep kids healthier as the weather gets colder.
Miss you all on the EC. Keep skatin'.
Glad that you are spreading the stoke like a bad strain of the flu! Maybe it will actually keep kids healthier as the weather gets colder.
Miss you all on the EC. Keep skatin'.
- Mon Aug 08, 2005 7:37 am
- Forum: North America
- Topic: [2005] Slalom on the Farm 5.0pen
- Replies: 99
- Views: 164529
pics and vids rock
Wes, thanks for the link to the corrected address for the pics.
Leo, thanks again for the pics.
Everyone in the vids looked great.
Hey, where was Vlad? Did he not make it?
Leo, thanks again for the pics.
Everyone in the vids looked great.
Hey, where was Vlad? Did he not make it?
- Sun Aug 07, 2005 6:25 pm
- Forum: North America
- Topic: [2005] Slalom on the Farm 5.0pen
- Replies: 99
- Views: 164529
album link not valid
Leo,
The link for the last set of pics is not valid. Thanks for all your picture taking, brother. We really appreciate it.
I can't wait to see your second round of photos.
The link for the last set of pics is not valid. Thanks for all your picture taking, brother. We really appreciate it.
I can't wait to see your second round of photos.
- Sat Aug 06, 2005 7:30 am
- Forum: North America
- Topic: [2005] Slalom on the Farm 5.0pen
- Replies: 99
- Views: 164529
thanks for the pics
Leo,
Thanks for posting pics so quickly. Those of us who couldn't make it and who anxiously waited for updates all day really appreciate it.
It's not like being there, but the pics provide some taste of the sweetness.
Thanks.
Thanks for posting pics so quickly. Those of us who couldn't make it and who anxiously waited for updates all day really appreciate it.
It's not like being there, but the pics provide some taste of the sweetness.
Thanks.
- Fri Aug 05, 2005 2:23 am
- Forum: North America
- Topic: [2005] Slalom on the Farm 5.0pen
- Replies: 99
- Views: 164529
To all the Farmers
Hey, guys. Have a fantastic day tomorrow and Saturday. I wish I could be there, but things didn't work out for me this season.
But you guys and gals are going to have a blast!!!
But you guys and gals are going to have a blast!!!
- Sun Jul 10, 2005 11:12 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Anyone up for a Boston Practice Sess?
- Replies: 10
- Views: 12154
right
I'll be there. uhhh, wait. I'm in Colorado.
Have fun.
Jim is gonna toast you all this year.
Don't let me down, Jimmy!!
Have fun.
Jim is gonna toast you all this year.
Don't let me down, Jimmy!!
- Thu Jul 07, 2005 3:52 am
- Forum: New England
- Topic: The Farm Outlaw Series
- Replies: 451
- Views: 659218
EC
I miss you all. I miss you all. I miss you all.
Did I mention I miss you all?
Glad there is some skatin' in the EC. The west is dead.
Did I mention I miss you all?
Glad there is some skatin' in the EC. The west is dead.
- Thu Jun 16, 2005 12:28 am
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Da farm series #5 July 4th Boston?
- Replies: 19
- Views: 22025
Chinese
Chinese is always on the menu, isn't it! Sadly, I will not be in Boston this July 4th. But from here in Colorado, I say you should do it, Karl. That spot rocks simply because of its location. And didn't they just repave it?
- Sat May 07, 2005 9:24 am
- Forum: New England
- Topic: The Farm Outlaw Series
- Replies: 451
- Views: 659218
wish I was there
I miss all of you already.
Just arrived in Denver today. Going to buy new pads and a helmet hopefully this week. Then I'm giving the COSS guys a call.
But I miss the east already. Keep posting so I can keep up with you all.
Just arrived in Denver today. Going to buy new pads and a helmet hopefully this week. Then I'm giving the COSS guys a call.
But I miss the east already. Keep posting so I can keep up with you all.
- Fri Apr 08, 2005 9:57 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Slalom in CT on Sunday
- Replies: 22
- Views: 22623
bogus
ok, I love family...I really do. But damnit if my new nephew is getting baptized on Sunday! AND I'm leaving in 3 weeks for Colorado!!! This could have been my chance to skate with some of the greatest folks I know! I'm gonna miss you all very much. I'll be back for visits for sure. But, gosh, I'm go...
- Fri Mar 25, 2005 10:38 pm
- Forum: Colorado
- Topic: Colorado scene
- Replies: 47
- Views: 91305
Re: Fresh Meat on the CO scene
Hey Matthew, Now that you are leaving the East Coast we'll be happy to welcome you to the center of the Slalom Universe. Glimore, Champman, they all like to think the East is where it's at, but that stats don't lie. COSS will whip you into competitive racing shape in no time. We generally communica...
- Wed Mar 23, 2005 9:25 pm
- Forum: Colorado
- Topic: Colorado scene
- Replies: 47
- Views: 91305
Where do you CO folks skate??
Hey, CO crew. In 5 weeks I will be making the move from Boston to the Denver area with my wife. She is going back to school and I am currently looking for work (any ideas are welcome). I just wanted to get an idea where you all skate most of the time. I'm pretty pitiful as a slalomer, but hanging ou...
- Mon Feb 14, 2005 7:02 pm
- Forum: Random Slalom Topics
- Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
- Replies: 789
- Views: 1542268
- Tue Jan 11, 2005 7:22 pm
- Forum: Random Slalom Topics
- Topic: Schools and Colleges
- Replies: 12
- Views: 14611
Go KARL!!!
Great to hear your idea, Karl! One thing that you have to remember is that the school is going to be concerned with mainly ONE thing: lawsuits as a result of lack of insurance. The success of your pitch will depend on how well you cover the bases of giving the school a way out if someone gets hurt. ...
- Fri Nov 05, 2004 2:52 pm
- Forum: ISSA Site administration
- Topic: A face for our sport
- Replies: 49
- Views: 75662
some clarification please
Can somebody please layout the itemized list of costs for this site, please? We are talking very globally here, but let's layout everything. You can't ask people to invest in something without them understanding the more intricate aspects of the picture. For example, I donated $23 or 25 (can't remem...
- Fri Nov 05, 2004 2:12 pm
- Forum: Random Slalom Topics
- Topic: Can this be in slalom's future??
- Replies: 11
- Views: 12534
- Mon Oct 18, 2004 9:06 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
thanks
WOW! Yesterday was fun. Anyway...thanks for the great riding everyone. Paul, the shrimp and scallops were fantastic. Thanks for the treat. JG, or should I say Chef Gilmour, thanks for cooking, always giving advice, and for the good conversation during the car ride to and from the park. Derek, always...
- Fri Oct 15, 2004 11:08 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
aight
Nice. I'll sharpen my wheels.
- Fri Oct 15, 2004 9:09 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
Sunday, Sunday, Sunday
Hey, is Sunday still a go 2-5 at Magnolia?
- Thu Oct 14, 2004 7:19 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
Boys becoming men
Almost forgot. I saw a story about our pals Ben and Brian coughing up some bearings and wheels to help put a skate together for Korten. While I'm fully Catholic, I still believe in Karma. You reached out to somebody. I hardly know you guys, but I couldn't be any prouder of you. You were good guys b...
- Wed Oct 13, 2004 6:42 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
ooo, ooo
what day are folks going to be there? This may be my last one with you guys! Yeah, Jessa and I might be moving. I may be hanging with the Colorado crowd very soon. Jessa was accepted to here first choice school in Denver and we have begun working out the logistics of making the move. Leaving the Rig...
- Mon Oct 04, 2004 8:09 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
oh the ache!
I'm aching for slalom. Work got busy again. I'm always here late and my wife always has the car anyway. I hope you all are skating hard. I miss and love you all.
Later.
Later.
- Sat Sep 25, 2004 2:46 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
anyone skating today?
I don't have a car, but will do my best to get to wherever folks are skating.
Let me know.
617-500-4121
matt@vasocreta.com
Let me know.
617-500-4121
matt@vasocreta.com
- Tue Sep 14, 2004 2:01 pm
- Forum: Random Slalom Topics
- Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
- Replies: 789
- Views: 1542268
I need a med stiff unlimited. My Med is a little too soft for me. TK You know, Hombre', drop about 15 pounds and that board will stiffen up in no time! Lay off the pork chops and fried clams and you might find you have the perfect flex. (How's that for mixing up the dark side and true slalom insigh...
- Fri Sep 10, 2004 11:20 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
Saturday 3pm in Rowley Glenn, Millie and I are skating. Big hill, possible bust, probably not. Ben will be there to critique. All are welcome. BBQ at my house after if interest is there. Anyone else coming, or is slalom officially dead? DEAD? Slalom just woke up again, it's definately not dead. I a...
- Tue Sep 07, 2004 5:46 pm
- Forum: Random Slalom Topics
- Topic: Pro and Open or A-Pro/B-Pro?
- Replies: 53
- Views: 59252
a nobody racer with an opinion
In the whole PRO/ AM racer debate, I stand firm in my belief that Slalom should be treated in the same way that tennis is handled. Events are worth points and once a rider accumulates enough points from attending/winning AM races, then they can become a PRO if they choose. The AM circuit--if you wil...
- Fri Sep 03, 2004 4:59 am
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
- Thu Sep 02, 2004 9:12 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
in VT
Well, I'll be in Vermont this weekend celbrating my anniversary with Jessa (2 years of marriage). So, I will be missing out on the skating and surfing. Though I have never surfed before. I have this thing about water...like it's going to kill me. Gotta get over that. Anyway, I will be thinking of yo...
- Fri Aug 27, 2004 7:06 pm
- Forum: Media Resources
- Topic: Article in Seattle Times
- Replies: 0
- Views: 4375
Article in Seattle Times
Article in Seattle Times <a href="http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/onfitness/2001984982_pacific-pfit01.html" target="_blank">http://seattletimes.nwsource.com/html/onfitness/2001984982_pacific-pfit01.html</a> oh... and more recently: <a href="http://www.summitdaily.com/apps/pbcs.dll/article?AID=...
- Fri Aug 27, 2004 3:57 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
Arboretum, great asphalt; but Magnolia still reigns.
I have to say I agree with TK. Magnolia is in one of the greatest towns on earth, has great surf/beaches 5 miles away, is totally safe, has next to no foot or car traffic, and just rules. The Arboretum is a sick hill and has perfect, I'll say it again, perfect pavement, but the logistics for large ...
- Thu Aug 26, 2004 10:12 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
lala
I don't blame you, TK. Driving into Bosotn sucks the big fat monkey. We'll give you the update.terry kirby wrote:I will not be there. I hate driving in to Boston. It has to be a sure thing. Please let me know if its and better across the board than Magnolia.
- Thu Aug 26, 2004 5:02 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
Be there at a little after 6pm
Hey guys. It looks like Jim and I will be there a little after 6.
I am going to do my best to get out of work by 5-5:15 the latest. I will take the T to Forest Hills and Jim will pick me up from there and then we'll head to the skate site.
Sorry, no walkie-talkies.
I am going to do my best to get out of work by 5-5:15 the latest. I will take the T to Forest Hills and Jim will pick me up from there and then we'll head to the skate site.
Sorry, no walkie-talkies.
- Wed Aug 25, 2004 7:20 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
Let's do it!!
John, cough up the details on this spot, brother! Is this place lit by any chance?
I will do everything humanly possible to get there Thursday....just pick the time and send the address. I will have to do some schedule adjusting...but it just might be possible.
And Jim said he can come...yeah!!
I will do everything humanly possible to get there Thursday....just pick the time and send the address. I will have to do some schedule adjusting...but it just might be possible.
And Jim said he can come...yeah!!
- Tue Aug 24, 2004 6:21 am
- Forum: New England
- Topic: New England Call List
- Replies: 27
- Views: 46161
Matthew Wilson
Matthew Wilson
Cell: 303-519-3234
Yeah, I know, it's in Colorado. But my heart is still on the East. And no I have not been skating. Sort of lost the buzz. That is probably because I miss my peeps in MA so damn much!
Cell: 303-519-3234
Yeah, I know, it's in Colorado. But my heart is still on the East. And no I have not been skating. Sort of lost the buzz. That is probably because I miss my peeps in MA so damn much!
- Wed Aug 18, 2004 9:40 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
September
Don't know how much we should rely on the September race, JG doesn't seem to indicate that he is going to hold anything for sure. But if we don't hear something soon, I think that we should hold a small race collectively. I'm not sure about this weekend...I heard rain is highly probable. But we'll s...
- Mon Aug 16, 2004 3:14 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
Re: woo woo
Bonjour, H Hey, take that kind of crap to the France forum, Henry!! ;-) Thanks, everybody, for Saturday. What a blast! Then again, how could you not have fun skating all day with a bunch of East Coasters? Karl, thanks for that weight distribution advice. By board stuck to the ground much better all...
- Sat Aug 14, 2004 5:41 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
looking good
Things are looking good today, guys and gals. I am going to heaed up to Gloucester in just about an hour or so. See you there. oh...bring WATER. bring SUNSCREEN. Bring something to sit on and make shade with (chair and umbrella). I have an extra chair that I will bring for anyone who doesn't have on...
- Fri Aug 13, 2004 6:21 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
All this talk about sissies made me think of a funny quote (that I saw somewhere on this site) that may help all of us gain some perspective "Saying you are the toughest guy in slalom is like saying you are the toughest guy in Band" :) See you all this weekend and bring your band instruments (skate...
- Fri Aug 13, 2004 5:03 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
we should be careful
Derek, I agree with you on the type of courses we should be setting at Magnolia, man: big, fast and tight. We should also be careful to make sure we set a couple of easier courses though for newbies that show up. We want to remain inviting and not exclude newer slalomers. BTW, did you hear that JG s...
- Fri Aug 13, 2004 4:06 pm
- Forum: D.C.
- Topic: Summer Outlaw Series
- Replies: 114
- Views: 127782
- Fri Aug 13, 2004 3:22 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
Re: Saturday
Guys- We are about to get slammed with rain, but it seems like Saturday might be drier towards the afternoon... I'm coming up anyways to see my aunt and cousins but I may or may not be at Gloucester depending on the weather. I'll make a more final decision tomorrow. H If the weather is dry, you bet...
- Thu Aug 12, 2004 11:14 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
I proclaim it
Yes, if there is a sissy in the crowd it is I. I freely admit it. There have been like 2 runs ever that I have gone all balls out on and they were noit on fast courses. I think I should where a t-shirt that says "Don't Be A Sissy" in big pink letter on the front just to inspire me to worry less abou...
- Thu Aug 12, 2004 9:07 pm
- Forum: New England
- Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
- Replies: 490
- Views: 951712
Well if I'm a sissy, then this sissy beat your bare ass at the Farm. And who's the sissy who put on small cambrias to slow himself down???? Come on Joe put on some real wheels and take the hill like a man. I rode Grippins and figured even if I plowed cones I'd have speed on my side. We should of ha...