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by Chris Iversen
Wed Jul 07, 2010 1:43 am
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: Stuff for Sale [Axe II, GOG front, Custom Bennetts, etc.]
Replies: 6
Views: 7730

70mm ZigZags are sold Ok I'll part out the Axe II... Deck- Axe II with small foam wedge on toeside of tail for goofy footer- $40, will include Chapman toestop GOG front truck Old red and blue US model with Venom bushings (orange and blue)- $125 Speed-Dealer Bennett offset rear (8mm axles) with Venom...
by Chris Iversen
Sun Jun 27, 2010 11:22 pm
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: Stuff for Sale [Axe II, GOG front, Custom Bennetts, etc.]
Replies: 6
Views: 7730

Bumpity bump bump.
by Chris Iversen
Sun Jan 24, 2010 4:51 pm
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: Stuff for Sale [Axe II, GOG front, Custom Bennetts, etc.]
Replies: 6
Views: 7730

re-bump
by Chris Iversen
Wed Dec 30, 2009 1:17 am
Forum: 2010 Contest Calendar
Topic: Preliminary 2010 race dates
Replies: 15
Views: 17008

I will represent Southern Canada - and I'm betting Schwippy will too...if he stays north of Killington. -RF HAng on there Rick! If you claim Southern Canada, what will the rest of us Canucks do??? Canada IS Southern Canada... Nobody actually lives more than 100 miles north of the US border, who wou...
by Chris Iversen
Mon Dec 28, 2009 8:54 pm
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: Stuff for Sale [Axe II, GOG front, Custom Bennetts, etc.]
Replies: 6
Views: 7730

Bump. Fullbag is gone. Other stuff still up for sale. I might part out the Axe if the price is right.
by Chris Iversen
Tue Oct 13, 2009 12:37 am
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: Stuff for Sale [Axe II, GOG front, Custom Bennetts, etc.]
Replies: 6
Views: 7730

Stuff for Sale [Axe II, GOG front, Custom Bennetts, etc.]

Axe II Complete small piece of foam on the side to give more leverage on toe of back foot (for goofy foot), but can easily be removed Black in good condition with the following: GOG front (Old blue and red US version) with Venom red and blue bushings *NOTE* new axle replaced by GOG Speed Dealer Benn...
by Chris Iversen
Mon Jul 06, 2009 2:38 am
Forum: 2009 World Championships - Hood River, OR
Topic: Random thoughts...
Replies: 29
Views: 25237

Seb. What time are you guys getting into Portland? I might be able to make something happen for you guys. We are driving down from Vancouver on the 16th (Thursday). We are planning to leave Vancouver in the morning, putting us there sometime in the afternoon. If we can time it right, we might have ...
by Chris Iversen
Sun Jun 28, 2009 3:11 am
Forum: 2009 World Championships - Hood River, OR
Topic: Random thoughts...
Replies: 29
Views: 25237

Seb. What time are you guys getting into Portland? I might be able to make something happen for you guys. We are driving down from Vancouver on the 16th (Thursday). We are planning to leave Vancouver in the morning, putting us there sometime in the afternoon. If we can time it right, we might have r...
by Chris Iversen
Sat Oct 11, 2008 12:28 am
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: bennett vector kh (krispy hill)
Replies: 35
Views: 35256

Front but I have modded offset rear as well.
by Chris Iversen
Thu Oct 09, 2008 5:30 am
Forum: FullBag Skates
Topic: New boards!
Replies: 45
Views: 51660

Did someone notice that the top 3 Ams amongst the Pros in the Hybrid and GS are from Team Fullbag? ;) As far as ISSA "Open/Am" points goes - if that was the podiums it would have been the same in both the HY and GS: 1 - Louis 2 - Seb 3 - Mig Congrats to my friends from the Arctic Circle !! Yeah whe...
by Chris Iversen
Thu Sep 11, 2008 9:15 pm
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: wanted: GOG FRONT TRUCK
Replies: 8
Views: 7729

I don't think you guys will have much luck. I know I'll never get rid of mine, I bet others feel the same way... Not that I'm saying nyah nyah, but......

NYAH NYAH!

:-P
by Chris Iversen
Wed Sep 03, 2008 12:39 am
Forum: North America
Topic: [2008] Farm SK8.Open, August 9
Replies: 67
Views: 64220

Re: Se Bon!!!

Marty Schaub wrote:(BTW, did I spell Se Bon right? Sorry, I took seven years of Spanish.)
It's C'est bon, but I'm sure t's the thought that counts!
by Chris Iversen
Sat Aug 23, 2008 7:26 pm
Forum: Racer Profiles
Topic: Iversen, Chris - Canada
Replies: 1
Views: 6248

RACE HISTORY: 2007 Vernon Outlaw Hybrid (My first race) 13th place 22.526 Calgary Outlaw Hybrid Slalom: 4th place (I forgot the time) Spokane Skates Hybrid Slalom Outlaw (2-days):9th place on Saturday, and 4th on Sunday (Forgot times again) 2008 Calgary Grass Roots Slalom at Conhenge 2nd place Hood ...
by Chris Iversen
Thu Aug 14, 2008 8:09 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: SIGNUP FOR PETITION AGAINST FLATLAND SLALOM
Replies: 38
Views: 28738

present
by Chris Iversen
Sat Jul 12, 2008 8:40 am
Forum: ISSA World Ranking
Topic: Wanted: Masters 45 and over birthdates
Replies: 124
Views: 127209

Pierre Gravel wrote:I can still ride my age in MPH on a skateboard, but for how long?
That's easy Pierre... Just switch to KPH and don't tell anyone! :-)
by Chris Iversen
Fri Jun 27, 2008 7:19 am
Forum: North America
Topic: [2008] Calgary Grass Roots Outlaw, June 21-22
Replies: 4
Views: 6976

Here are the results. This was a fun day with only 3 racers for the downhill events! But a good start, which will go nowhere but up. Congratulations to Glenn Miller of Edmonton, AB who swept all 4 events. Damn that dude is fast! If he ever gets out to some bigger races....Look out, seriously! Thanks...
by Chris Iversen
Sat Jun 21, 2008 3:44 am
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: bennett vector kh (krispy hill)
Replies: 35
Views: 35256

Yeah the Bennett makes a great GS truck! I run a modded one (Speed-dealer) on my set-up and really like it. At first I thought it might be too squirrely at GS speeds, but was amazed at the stability considering it is a conventional truck. I actually prefer it over my GOG for GS. I run the GOG for Hy...
by Chris Iversen
Thu Jun 19, 2008 12:19 am
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: bennett vector kh (krispy hill)
Replies: 35
Views: 35256

narrowed hanger and a ball pivot.
by Chris Iversen
Sun Jun 15, 2008 7:26 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: [2008] Calgary Grass Roots Outlaw, June 21-22
Replies: 4
Views: 6976

Here are the updates: *UPDATED* Race Schedule: We are hoping to run 4 events: Tight Slalom, Hybrid slalom, Giant slalom and Banked slalom (skatepark) events on the same day. All events will be single-lane jam format. The number of runs will depend on how many racers are entered. We will decide race ...
by Chris Iversen
Sun Jun 15, 2008 7:11 am
Forum: North America
Topic: [2008] Calgary Grass Roots Outlaw, June 21-22
Replies: 4
Views: 6976

Thanks Martin. Looks to be a small field of competitors, but that's ok! That being said.... We will probably make this a one day event on the Saturday, starting with park slalom at 9:00 am, then moving to Conehenge (slalom venue) at 12:00 for the TS, HS, and GS. Check the ncdsa calendar for updates ...
by Chris Iversen
Mon Jun 02, 2008 8:31 pm
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: [Sold] Equine timer system
Replies: 3
Views: 3896

Capable of dual lane timing???
by Chris Iversen
Fri May 30, 2008 6:56 am
Forum: North America
Topic: [2008] Calgary Grass Roots Outlaw, June 21-22
Replies: 4
Views: 6976

[2008] Calgary Grass Roots Outlaw, June 21-22

June 21- 22, 2008 Calgary, Alberta, Canada Entry Fee $20 for both days (all proceeds go toward the purchase of a Trackmate Timing System) TS, HS, GS, Banked Slalom (skatepark) General Info: This is an Outlaw and VERY GRASS ROOTS event. Timing will be measured without a proper timing system. Instead,...
by Chris Iversen
Thu May 01, 2008 9:03 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: North Americans v. Nationals
Replies: 1
Views: 3854

Hood River is up on NCDSA now.
by Chris Iversen
Sun Apr 20, 2008 9:45 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: We may not have any pools to drain...
Replies: 15
Views: 12153

Watching the weather network today... Looks like Mig and the crew are getting nice mild weather so they must be enjoying the fruits of their efforts at "The Fortress" this weekend! Meanwhile, out west, we are getting this:

Greetings from Alberta!!!

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by Chris Iversen
Sat Apr 19, 2008 7:34 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: We may not have any pools to drain...
Replies: 15
Views: 12153

Damn Mig! Now your making me feel guilty for whining about this weekend's weather!
by Chris Iversen
Sat Apr 19, 2008 2:15 am
Forum: Bennett
Topic: Bennett Truk Question
Replies: 14
Views: 18437

So, I guess when these trucks are reengineered the hangars bored out to accept a 10mm axle but a press no longer installs the axle snug in the sleeve? So it's a true 10mm bore with a true 10mm axle and thus set screws are the only way to keep it in place. I guess the next question would be if longe...
by Chris Iversen
Mon Apr 14, 2008 7:18 am
Forum: Bennett
Topic: Bennett Truk Question
Replies: 14
Views: 18437

I took a stab at answering your question over at Silverfish. Here's my guess in case you don't want to go back over there: I think it is because the axle is 10mm inside the hanger and milled down to 8mm with a radiused edge, eliminating the need for a speed ring/washer on the inside of your wheel, i...
by Chris Iversen
Fri Mar 28, 2008 4:52 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Wheel discussion
Topic: Has Anyone Tried The 71mm Bennett Alligators?
Replies: 20
Views: 25735

I got some Alligators a few weeks ago in 81a and 84a. First session with them on a very mellow nearly flat grade and I wasn't impressed, they felt "klunky" if that's a technical term, I hope you know what I mean. That night I was thinking they will likely end up on one of my longboards. Keep reading...
by Chris Iversen
Sun Mar 23, 2008 6:26 pm
Forum: Canada
Topic: [2008] Antrim CAN/AM Slalom Championships Sept. 19-21
Replies: 1
Views: 6099

Yeah! Looks rad! I'm going to try my best to make this one! I can only afford to fly to one event this year, so I'm hoping this is the one! Air Canada Calgary to Boston $440 plus taxes!
by Chris Iversen
Thu Mar 06, 2008 8:50 pm
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: GeezerX Bennett
Replies: 14
Views: 10300

Couple good choices from Canada now: Stefou's with the ball pivot look good and have stock axles, looks like the way to go if you want a ball pivot, but are happy with 5/16" axles. Great price too! If 8mm axles are your priority over ball pivots, check out www.speed-dealer.ca (Canadian as well). The...
by Chris Iversen
Wed Feb 27, 2008 1:38 am
Forum: AXE - Sk8kings
Topic: Celebrating 10 Years !
Replies: 7
Views: 10719

10 years!??!?! Quite a feat in our little niche I think!!!!

Thanks for all the great service Maria and Richy..... Past, present and future!!!!!

Chris Da Fish!!!<><
by Chris Iversen
Fri Feb 22, 2008 7:33 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Truck Discussion
Topic: Narrower truck in rear
Replies: 0
Views: 4407

Narrower truck in rear

Anyone tried running their rear truck a little narrower than their front? I watched a video with John Ravitch mentioning it. John maybe you can chime in? Seems to make sense, I'll be running cones today to try it. Here's my theory: A wider truck can turn with less leverage, but is also a bit more st...
by Chris Iversen
Sun Feb 10, 2008 7:48 pm
Forum: Canada
Topic: Dovercourt Races 2008
Replies: 30
Views: 32574

Claude: Although I haven't been out to any Dovercourt races, your race was the one I was working toward attending as my first big one. I was just working on getting good enough to compete... This year it was in my sights! Oh well, thanks for all you have done, I guess what I mean is your efforts hav...
by Chris Iversen
Sun Feb 03, 2008 8:31 pm
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: 2008 US Nationals Proposed Racing Format
Replies: 65
Views: 70893

I like it too! I'm relatively new to competitive slalom, and what I truly enjoy is the competition involved, the speed, and the camaraderie. However, I understand what is going on and I'm stoked on it because I'm involved, therefore I'm into it. For the many people that we want to enjoy it, from a s...
by Chris Iversen
Tue Jan 29, 2008 3:29 pm
Forum: Canada
Topic: HEY!!!
Replies: 27
Views: 26333

Haha! That's ok.....

-47 C with the wind chill this morning.... I guess no skate day again!
by Chris Iversen
Sat Jan 26, 2008 7:56 am
Forum: G.O.G. Trucks
Topic: Wedging for Front G.O.G.
Replies: 5
Views: 9322

Wedging for Front G.O.G.

Hey guys just scored a used front from a bro. I'm stoked to say the least! Anyway, there's snow on the ground so not much opportunity to ride, only to think and dream.

What are you guys wedging your front G.O.G at for Hybrid? GS? TS?
by Chris Iversen
Sat Jan 26, 2008 12:25 am
Forum: Canada
Topic: HEY!!!
Replies: 27
Views: 26333

I WANNA SLALOM!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I THINK I'M GOING CARZY!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! This post says so much! The frequent use of exclamation points.... The misspelling of "crazy!" One must me really going crazy to misspell it. Pretty much wraps up the theme of this thread in a nutshell! My sentim...
by Chris Iversen
Thu Jan 24, 2008 12:01 am
Forum: Canada
Topic: HEY!!!
Replies: 27
Views: 26333

Aww maaaaaaaaaannnnnnnnnnnnnnnn!!!!!!

Nice! Love to have a facility like that!

I'm a teacher with keys to the school.... I wonder what kind of marks urethane leaves on gymnasium floors????? :-P
by Chris Iversen
Wed Jan 23, 2008 3:20 pm
Forum: Canada
Topic: HEY!!!
Replies: 27
Views: 26333

I would but there's snow on every path, quiet road, etc. Scoping out parking garages though. Managed to run some TS with Kash between snow storms last week though.... Snow was nearly completely melted and the road was nearly dry at our GS spot (I have a new GS deck screaming to scream around some co...
by Chris Iversen
Wed Jan 23, 2008 5:56 am
Forum: Canada
Topic: HEY!!!
Replies: 27
Views: 26333

Winter has been a reality in Canada even before global warming! It blew then... it blows now! But I'm not talking about it! I just got a G.O.G front truck! My hallway's looking SICK right now!!!!! 4 cone....low-speed UBER-TS!!!
by Chris Iversen
Tue Jan 22, 2008 3:43 am
Forum: Canada
Topic: HEY!!!
Replies: 27
Views: 26333

HEY!!!

Somebody post SOMETHING..... winter blows!!!!!






Hoping for an Outlaw Series here in Alberta this summer! The West needs to get it going on!!!!
by Chris Iversen
Sun Jan 06, 2008 4:23 am
Forum: Clothing
Topic: What shoe do you use?
Replies: 27
Views: 44688

I just got the new Vans TNT 3/4 highs. Haven't tried them for slalom, but they felt pretty good last session at the indoor bowl. Leather upper, with the same look as the old schools, and the thin waffle sole kicks ass as always!
by Chris Iversen
Tue Aug 14, 2007 2:29 am
Forum: Canada
Topic: [2007] Calgary Outlaw Slalom - August 12
Replies: 3
Views: 6701

Right on thanks Claude! This one was only the beginning! Hope to see you out here soon!
by Chris Iversen
Mon Aug 13, 2007 11:36 pm
Forum: Canada
Topic: [2007] Calgary Outlaw Slalom - August 12
Replies: 3
Views: 6701

Results from Brad Kasha's post on NCDSA: Conehenge 07 has ended the slalom drought in Calgary,,,,,we had a 45 cone single lane hybrid course set on a good smothe grade of pavement with a strong tail wind,,, 5 brave souls entered and had 5 runs, best time,,, here's the results,,,,, Pascal ( the rooki...
by Chris Iversen
Mon Aug 06, 2007 7:02 am
Forum: Canada
Topic: [2007] Calgary Outlaw Slalom - August 12
Replies: 3
Views: 6701

[2007] Calgary Outlaw Slalom - August 12

Short notice I know, but there wasn't much time for the organizers of this one to throw it all together. You probably know why.... Paskapoo weekend. Sunday, August 12, 2007. 2:00 pm as not to conflict with slide comp. Racers bring yer slalom gear as well. 40-cone steep and fast dual lane hybrid at "...
by Chris Iversen
Sun Jul 29, 2007 1:47 am
Forum: Canada
Topic: Pointers for putting together a race
Replies: 2
Views: 5637

Yeah May 2008. An outlaw would be easier, but the only hill in Strathmore is under one of our busiest streets, so it would have to be a road closure. Anything outside of town is gravel or Hwy #1. Thanks for the offer Malcolm. I will be contacting the Spring Fest committee and town shortly, and we'll...
by Chris Iversen
Sun Jul 22, 2007 5:45 pm
Forum: ISSA Site administration
Topic: How To Post A Picture
Replies: 3
Views: 7368

Upload your photos online using a hosting service such as photobucket, etc, which will create a url to view the photo online. Then do this: http://www.photobucket.com/yourpicture.jpg On the screen where you write messages, there are some buttons that create the and tags. Click the button once to cre...
by Chris Iversen
Mon Jul 16, 2007 8:45 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: 5th Annual Dovercourt Open
Replies: 5
Views: 6405

I like scenario #2. As I'm not finished teaching until June 28,29. And I REALLY want to come next year!!!!
by Chris Iversen
Thu Jul 12, 2007 12:49 am
Forum: New to slalom skateboarding?
Topic: 200+ pounders...advice wanted
Replies: 0
Views: 3591

200+ pounders...advice wanted

Hey guys.... I'm playing with different bushing combos trying to find the right combo, but seem to suck at whatever I'm running. Thing is, I'm not even sure what other guy my size are running for TS and Hybrid and I'd like to know if I'm on the right track. Also, what wheelbase are you guys running ...
by Chris Iversen
Wed Jul 11, 2007 7:56 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Pointers for putting together a race
Replies: 4
Views: 5768

Cool thanks, I'll try and get a copy!