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SJC
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On 11/30/2000
Mickey_D
wrote in from
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I ain't gonna be around those days, but I'm coming home from school and would be down for the 10th or the 17th of December, if anyone would be interested. I ain't a huge longboarder, but I am a pretty decent freeboarder, kinda like a snowboard with wheels (www.freebord.com), and always open to meeting new people and riding nice hills. I have been longboarding for about a year, but I've never really done big downhills all speedsuit style, but I'd be interested in checkin it out. So let me know. I'm from Laguna Niguel in Orange County btw, if anyone is around and wants to ride over christmas break from like the tenth through the 22nd, which is when I'll be around. Later.
Mickey D
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On 11/30/2000
hugh r
wrote in from
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Any of you up to a ride on 12/24, 12/31, or 1/1? HR
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SJC Dump Road
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On 11/26/2000 DT
wrote in from
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I'll see you guys in the morning, probally from 9-10 or so, i finally found a house and i'm moving most the day.
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West LA college
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On 11/22/2000
Attila
wrote in from
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Hey Mikey G, was that you letting me ride your G&S slalom setup at West LA? Thanks for letting me enjoy it while the fun lastet. I'll try to have one of my own by february (but since yours put me out of commission for 6 weeks I almost think it should be gracing my walls at home, instead of some sad looking antlers). Let me know if you need to find good home for it.
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dump road Nov 26
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On 11/21/2000
Mike Gorman
wrote in from
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Hugh,
I'll try to be there between 9 and 10.
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26th dump
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On 11/21/2000
hugh r
wrote in from
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Mike/all, I just got off the horn with my bro and where going to try and get there as early as possible (as possible for us that is)... so what's a good time for you guys? HR
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West LA College Race Series
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On 11/21/2000
John Gilmour
wrote in from
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Of course we have to give the Europeans a lot of planning time for the race- 9 months is good a year is better.
They would come if Marcus could give them some idea of future coverage......
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West La College Race
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On 11/21/2000
John Gilmour
wrote in from
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IMHO a run without a time can only be a practice run.
It would be like dq'ing someone for a false start- when the clock never even started!
Next year I would really enjoy bringing a couple of east coasters and perhaps some Euro riders to the events. I'll be in great shape after the snowboard season, I'll practice, buy sneakers and get my gear road ready. I'll have to...because this time I'll bring Italians and Swedes and Swiss....oh yeah I'll also bring some guys to ride.
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West LA College
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On 11/21/2000
Chris Chaput
wrote in from
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A small correction. Whether or not it is because Ed Economy is a classic longboard rider or GS fan or because it was the only race that wasn't rained out the time before, the Turner was to be awarded to the winner of the Fast Slalom (GS) and not the winner of the tight slalom. Even though John and I thought that prize was more appropriate for tight slalom, the result would have been the same, only not as close. For a while, John's second and final run had been DQ'd but the clock didn't start and we were trying to signal him to him to stop but he wasn't sure so he kept on going. The opinion at first was that, if knew the clock wasn't working he should have stopped and didn't (DQ) or that he didn't know and hit 3 cones and would have DQ'd anyway. This was no way to determine the fate of a Turner and we lobbied (succesfully) for John to have another run. At that point I didn't need to take a second run because my first time was good enough for the Turner. Then John's second run bested my first run. I'd have to earn the Turner (the way it should be). As it turns out, eightynine one-thousandths of a second (less than 1/10) was the margin of victory in our second runs and it was the number of cones knocked down that ultimately decided which coast the Turner would go to. The cleaner Gilmour knocked down one fewer than the reckless Chaput and so the bragging rights on the East Coast are secure until the next race. Tell me I don't have a severe case of the old "woulda, coulda, shoulda's" and a little "if only I had/he hads".
Johns clean run in the tight slalom would have bested my run by 3/10's of a second even if I hadn't hit the 2 cones. I was also wrong about my longboard time, even without deductions it was a full second behind John's although I know I had more fun than anyone on Ed's Supertanker! John is class act and a force to be reckoned with. I can't wait to do it again!
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IGSA/Westwood Sports Club Race Results
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On 11/21/2000 Adam (from Scott Peer)
wrote in from
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IGSA/Westwood Sports Club Race Results
November 19, 2000, West LA College, California
By Scott Peer and Marcus Rietema
Racers were greeted by warm and sunny weather at the final races of the 2000 International Gravity Sports Association (IGSA) Westwood Ski and Sports Club race series. Practice started in the morning on all three streets, with riders being able to choose which event to practice first. Then the races started just before noon, with practice continuing after the races on each street. The field was exceptionally strong, with riders coming from as far away as Boston and Washington State to enjoy the friendly racing
atmosphere and pleasant southern California weather.
The first race was the "fast slalom", which was a course of over 30 cones on the 10 percent grade main hill. It was a best of two run race, with a 0.1 second penalty for the first two cones displaced, and disqualification for three or more cones displaced. The course was set with an irregular rhythm and cones spaced 5 to 10 meters apart, offset from the fall line by 0 to 3 meters. Riders had to look ahead to stay out of trouble. John Gilmour won both
the longboard and shortboard races, with Chris "Number 2" Chaput under a tenth of a second behind on the shortboard. Scott Peer won the inline race by a wide margin.
During the tight slalom practice, John Gilmour displayed a style that prepared everyone else to race for second place. The prize for the race was a pristine Turner Summer Ski board, which still looked like the day it was made decades ago! Gilmour continued his flawless riding in the race, to win the classic board, and make his trip from Boston a success.
Gravity speed bikes inaugurated the new downhill course, which starts down the 13% grade of C street, and takes a right turn into the parking lot, followed by a 180 degree left to the finish. Dan Hanebrink beat Dwight Garland for the pro title. Mike McIntyre showed that he knows how to ride more than just street luge in the amateur division. In the open class, Jared Hanebrink brought home the second win for his family.
It would be hard to pick a faster group of riders for a classic skateboard (buttboard) race. The difference between advancing and being eliminated was often a few feet. In the end, Darren Lott, the tireless promoter of the sport and world speed record holder triumphed, with Dave Rogers squeaking ahead of Bob Ozman for second place.
Many thanks go out to our generous sponsors, including Ed Economy (for donating the grand prize, a Turner Summer Ski), Dan Hannebrink (for donating the bike prizes, including tires, a seat, grips, lube, and slide pads), Bones bearings, Kryptonics and Hyper wheels, and Darren Lott "Street Luge Survival Guides".
The 2001 season is being planned, with a race series and points leading to the crowning of season champions.
INTERNATIONAL GRAVITY SPORTS ASSOCIATION
WESTWOOD SKI CLUB RACE
West LA College
November 19, 2000
Speed Slalom
Skateboard Time
1. John Gilmour 30.042
2. Chris Chaput 30.131
3. Cliff Coleman 32.329
4. Lee Dansie 32.514
5. Rich Carrasco 32.858
6. John Rogers 40.612
7. Chris Sturhann 43.030
8. Mark DePaul DSQ
Long Board Time
1. John Gilmour 32.454
2. Chris Chaput 33.566
3. Michael Bream 34.238
4. Brad Edwards 36.083
5. Roger Jennings 38.040
6. Dave Rogers 43.396
Inline Time
1. Scott Peer 25.208
2. Marty Rivera 29.833
3. Chris Chaput 29.878
4. Pat Grasch 32.201
Skateboard Tight Slalom Time
1. John Gilmour 10.595
2. Chris Chaput 11.106
3. Rich Carrasco 11.986
4. Attila Aszodi 12.715
5. Chris Sturhann 14.416
6. Roger Jennings 15.895
7. Bruce Brewington DSQ
7. Brad Edwards DSQ
7. Mike Garmon DSQ
***9 competitors***
Classic Luge Mass Race
1. Darren Lott
2. Dave Rogers
3. Bob Ozman
4. Jason Johnson
5. Pat Moody
5. Bazzle Baz
7. Chris Chaput
7. Rob Ruhman
9. Dave Auld
9. John Rogers
11. Lee Dansie
11. John Gilmour
11. Chris McBride
11. Scott Peer
11. Earle Ross
DNS. John Cazin
DNS. Brad Edwards
***17 competitors***
Pro Gravity Bike ¾ Fairing Class
1. Dan Hanebrink
2. Dwight Garland
3. Kelly Stamps
4. Arturo Gonzalez
5. Fermin Rodriguez
5. Matt McLemore
5. Jared Hanebrink
5. Polo Medina
5. Hugo Nieto
5. Noah Rutherford
***10 competitors***
Amateur Gravity Bike Stock Class
1. Mike McIntyre
2. Brian Skinner
Gravity Bike Open Class
1. Jared Hanebrink
2. Dan Hanebrink
3. Polo Medina
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WLAC and Nov. 26 Dump Road
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On 11/21/2000
Mike Gorman
wrote in from
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Last Sunday was beyond epic. The racing, weather, and friendly atmosphere were fantastic. Thanks to Scott Peer for such an amazing event. Sorry about that brutal get-off Attila, I'm now calling my G&S "Widowmaker". We also followed it up with a memorable Revere session. The glory days of old-school skating are right now.I'll be there at the dump on sunday Hugh, if we get there early maybe we'll be done when OC's finest show up.
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Barrett
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On 11/20/2000
Danny Connor
wrote in from
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Hey fellas,
Does anyone have the slightest idea if Barrett will be the x-games qualifying hill? And will speedboarding be an official event? Who do I need to talk to to find out? Thanks.
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West LA College
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On 11/20/2000
Chris Chaput
wrote in from
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Thank You Scott Peer and Marcus Rietema, Derek, Marvin and everyone for showing up and getting it done. These events are so important to the rebirth of old school skateboarding and to the future of buttboarding and skating and gravitybikes. I really respect the effort that you guys consistently put forward and want you to know that it does not go unnoticed. Let me know what I can do to help in the future. Perhaps I can help put together some product for prizes and put the word out on my websites.
For anyone wanting to compete or just to hang out with some very cool, very talented and very approachable racers, this is the place. Plenty of toys to try and test. The good times have come full circle and I'm stoked to be a part of them.
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SD
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On 11/20/2000
Mickey_D
wrote in from
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Some of you out there have undoubtedly heard of it, but for those of you that don't know what it is, I ride a freeboard, which rides a lot like a snowboard . . .tail slides out and you can carve or slide as much as you want. There's a small group of us around here that all ride, always looking for groups to ride with, and I know you guys seem like big bombers, but if you'd have me/us, I'd be down for some rides, especially on a hill that sounds that good. Throw up a post if anything is going down. Later.
Mickey_D
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SD
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On 11/20/2000
hugh r
wrote in from
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Depending on the day... count me in!! HR
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We need a san diago get2gether
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On 11/20/2000
B-rad
wrote in from
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any one interested in a sd get to gether . i think i found the perfect hill . its a private city street in miramar similar to dump road except it goes to a pumpstation . its 1/2 mile and completely blocked off . Ample run out .It drops straight into n s-curve at 30 then a staight before 3 back to back sweepers and it's got this trippy indian art on the sides , kinda creeps you out but addes to the semi wooded senery . just trying to get input on if any one is interested . I will disclose this road only if i get enough input because its my little secret(or have i given to much info already ) . PLease E-mail me !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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downhill classic
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On 11/19/2000 me
wrote in from
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the site isn't even running yet????? don't post a link unless it's actually something to look at...... by the time the site is running we will all have forgot about it....
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downhill classic
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On 11/19/2000
toby thorn
wrote in from
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the downhill classic is held once a year in Widemouth Bay Bude Cornwall England. next years event will be held on saturday 7th july, for more info on this event check our website out downhillclassic.co.uk
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Dump Permit Starting Point
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On 11/18/2000
clark502
wrote in from
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This site will have the info needed to get
the application started.
http://www.dot.ca.gov/hq/traffops/developserv/permits/
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Nov 26 Dump
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On 11/17/2000
Hamm
wrote in from
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I too am ready for the 26th as I can't make this weekend at
West LA(my son turns 3 on Sunday). And will skate, permit or not(I'll just be there early, ha ha). But would like to at least look into what it will take to do it leagally. Any Orange County residents want to make a few calls.
Anybody remember if that cop said it was a county or city road?
Dave
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dump ride nov 26
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On 11/17/2000
roger
wrote in from
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Hugh,
I'm ready, but concerned about it being a bust. Anyone know what it takes to get a permit?
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dump ride nov 26
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On 11/17/2000
hugh r
wrote in from
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One of my few free sundays! Any of you all up for a ride? Chris, Chris, DT, Roger, Dave, Paul, Marc, Glen, others? HR
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DHX Cape Town 2001
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On 11/17/2000 mikez
wrote in from
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It is going to be BIG. Last year saw loads of international
pros coming over. The course is awsome with speeds reaching 95 kph on the fastest straight there is a phat wad of prize money. the fastest recorded spead last year was 108 kph set by a luger. Red bull treat you like kings they are even aranging cheaper flights and accomadation for competitors. South Africa,s curency is 7 rand to 1 dollar. Go to www.dhx.co.za to enter. It is a huge event. not only will you get the chance to race against a load of pro's but even get to race a against a bunch of little Sh!*ts like me and a crowd of local hotties. (Manu won it last year) Claire from Red Bull SOuth AFrica tells me that there is not all that much space left in the event so enter now!. www.dhx.co.za
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X-Games
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On 11/17/2000
Achim the eagle
wrote in from
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Chris Chaput, I like to say thank you for giving me the informations I was looking for!
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Canyon Skating
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On 11/16/2000
John O'Shei
wrote in from
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Keep me in the loop on any upcoming skate sessions. I may race at the slalom event on Sunday. Today we skated a five mile run down Encinal canyon all the way to the PCH, 20-30 MPH for 15 minutes or more. It gets faster at the bottom with the new asphalt. It's a genuine Malibu legburner. Anybody ready to try some highly technical yet not lethal GS I have the killer spots, low traffic, smooth surface, long. and varied grades. Fat City Racing lives. Good skating with you guys at the dump. John O'Shei, (the guy in the back of the police car).
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