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On 7/2/2004
Skyler Bethel
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hey people, my name is Skyler and I street luge at the age of 13. If you are looking into stret luging as a new hobbie, I think you should. Its not too expemsive nor is it too dangerous. The street luge i home-made was about 170$ to make. Some pine, some aluminanium, grip tape and of course 50mm tires, pig bearings, independent trucks and about 300 nuts and bolts of all sizes mostly 3/8th's. If you never have street luged before, start out slow (10-20 mph) for a few days then (20-30mph) and after every few days, Check EVERY nut and bolt(i crashed pretty bad when i didnt) then when you reach up to 50+ mph, haull a$$ and go as fast as you want. dont ever overdo your turns, at the end or after the apex, your luge might sweep or crab to the left or right then into the ditch or gravel. (gravel really really hurts)
Building:
use as much money as you need, dont set up a money limit.
Buy the best things you can get, bearings, tires, trucks etc.
When you cut the main board (if it's wood) measure 2 times, and cut onetime. Measure your height.
If you dont trust your luge, there is something wrong with it.
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On 6/30/2004 hc
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body-kart motoluge
http://www.reallycooltoys.com/toys/i2info.html
I though about making one before, these guys beat me to it.
not paying $2500 for one though.
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On 6/30/2004 hc
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introducing bockerl!
http://www.bossbi.com/boards/bockerl/bockerl.php
alright, who wants to start a new igsa class?
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On 6/30/2004 PK
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Hey, I'm trying to find some info on the luge demo at the gorge games. I see the schedule and that the demo is invite only but can an amatuer take a couple of runs while the course is set up? Maybe during practice times in the morning? Any Ideas who I can talk to about this? I've hiked this trial but never taken a run on it due to foot traffic. Should be a great course!
Thanks for any help,
Paul
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On 6/26/2004
Brent Johnson
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Picture if you will two-mountain bike like wheels incorporated into a tubular aluminum framed surfboard. It is called “In-Line boarding”. Featured on CBC POV Sports December 20th 2003. With a future airing September 2004 on the Discovery Channel & a member of the Canadian National Snowboarding teams use of them for off Season training accrediting its existence. The sport itself is as young as was snowboarding in the 80’s. And gaining the same popularity.
But the draw of the hill is the beast that keeps us trudging ever forward. The feel of the carve; the wind in your face; so open so free; so exposed to the elements that greet your wheels as you fly down the hill. We all know that experience. Im up in Canada and ride in line boards. I know that you lugers will love seeing them. Our Street racer has reached speeds of 100kmh. Check it out I welcome your response.www.dirtsurfer.ca
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On 6/24/2004
RonnieEye
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I'm trying to verify whether there's a race this coming Sunday (6/27) in west L.A. Anyone know for sure?
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On 6/17/2004
steelwheel Bob
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HELP!!!!!!!
I NEED AIR! photo(s)of luge getting air at SF Garvity Games and/or X-Games, or what ever you have. Email jpg files 300k to 500k to rxart@hotmail.com.
Thanx, Bob
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On 6/7/2004
sean c
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so geezer, it's the system (axles and spacers and nut) that adds strength? could a 8mm randal RII conversion for riding 2 abec 11 wheels per truck (versus the 4 kryptos) still handle the sideloads? my last question is if i were to bend an axle after your conversion could the axle be replaced (of course not for free) or is the whole hanger trashed?
sean c
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On 6/7/2004
Geexer-X
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I make big, beefy bearing spacers and between-the-wheels spacers, and as long as you keep your axle nuts tight to hold the assembly all loaded in compression, you're good. I'm also looking at an oversize axle conversion that will allow quick hanger width swaps...pics soon.
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On 6/7/2004
sean c
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geezer x, i asked you about doing this almost a year ago and you replied that your axles wouldn't be strong enough for the sideloads produced in luge. have u gotten stronger axles now? thanks
sean
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On 6/6/2004
Geezer_X
wrote in from
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Hi luge guys.
I'm the proprietor of Monkeywrench Machine Works (MMW) an engineering / fabrication company specializing in skate stuff, primarily slalom and downhill truck mods, like 8mm axles, variable width hangers, carbon fiber race decks, and anything racers dream up for skateboards, motorcycles, karts, race cars...whatever.
Here's why I'm in the luge forum.
I just did our first multi-wheel conversion for a luge guy, and it's cool. I started with the customer's Randal 180 hanger, trimmed it to 158 so the centerline of the pairs of wheels would be where the centers of single wheels would be, fitted a true 8mm CrMo axle with 46mm of free length on each end, and machined 4140 bearing spacers and between-wheel spacers.
With 4 85mm Kryps on the thing it's perfectly straight, spins for days, and should have KRAZY traction, as well as excellent speed. I hope to have pics up on our website soon.
Cost will be $55 / hanger plus return freight.
www.monkeywrenchmachineworks.com
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On 6/6/2004 Scott Peer
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Join us at West LA College on Sunday June 13th for the start of the California Championship series! All the details are now on the contest calendar. Also, bring your photos and stories for Bob Staton's article. See you there!
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On 6/6/2004
William
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I have added Danny's article counting his first luge race in the Barret Junction report which includes some great pics.
Check out the summary by clicking below: http://www.streetluging.net/english_version
Thanks to Danny Kienlen for sharing his pics and writting this artclie:)
William
www.streetluging.net
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On 6/5/2004
Bob Staton
wrote in from
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I'm writing the luge article today.
Title: Street Luge...the extreme edge of skateboarding.
Questions:
Where and when did street luge begin?
What was the first offical contest and championship?
What was the first non US location of luge activity?
What are the current big events world wide?
What are the Luge organizations?
Who are the hero's, stars and activists?
What is one of your wildest luge runs?
When and how did luge get into the X-Treme games.
What does it cost to buy or build a street luge?
Who insures luge events.
Who are the sponsors and how much money can you make as a pro?
I also need a few photos, old, new or inbetween. The mag pays $50. per photo!
Thanx, steelwheel Bob
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On 6/4/2004
Marcus Rietema
wrote in from
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Complete information is now available for the IGSA Swiss World Cup. (www.sk8championship.ch) The event promises to be bigger and better than ever in 2004. Check out the virtual course map to see possibly the finest and safest gravity sports track in the world. Straw bales are only required on two corners with the remainder of the course surrounded by grass with no obstacles. The organizers have arranged free shuttle service from the Zurich (ZRH) airport. They have also arranged a shuttle on Sunday that will take competitors to the IGSA World Championships in Germany for only 10 euros!
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On 6/3/2004
DrNo
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All details and online registration available shortly after the York, Maine event.
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On 6/3/2004 J. Hughes
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On T.V. the other night somebody named Bob (Peronna?) called himself the GODFATHER OF STREETLUGE.(B.S.) THERE IS ONLY ONE FIRST AND HIS NAME IS
(BIG) SAM PUCCIO 1976 SIGNAL HILL FIRST PLACE.....
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On 5/28/2004 isabelle
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I spoke with John Hughs yesterday at StinkHill and he's asked to me pass the word about the LaCostaOpen in July and in conjunction, the Reunion of origional 1970's Signal Hill StreetLuge/Downhill/Slalom skaters and their origional gear will be displayed to the public on the Saturday of the weekend race.
Supa Kool....B THERE!
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On 5/28/2004
STF
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Nice but are U always on the wrong side of the road ? ;-)
STF
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On 5/25/2004
Andy
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G'day
We are a bunch of Aussie street luges. Check out some video clips with music we have put together at
http://members.iinet.net.au/~boundary/
Cheers
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On 5/24/2004
steelwheel Bob
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I'm starting to write the luge article now. Due date is June 30th. I want to get to a luge event for a photo shoot before that date. If you have any stories or photos that might be of interest please contact me asap.
The Staton Team will be at the Signal Hill Reunion. Our team member Kevin Karnes placed 6th. Kryptonics was our sponsor and gave us the first set of wheels that were ever used in competition, they helped us move up from 17th place!
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On 5/24/2004 John
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I have a plastic case to put my luge in nowadays, but before that I used a large cardboard box that was reinforced with tape and twine. Domestic flights have a lower weight limit than international flights (50lb. vs. 70lbs.). If your luge is a pegged model you may try to think of a way to modify it to make it shorter for travel. Some guys used to just bring a complete luge to the counter, however, it is probably more likely to get damaged or swiped. Also, check the size restrictions to see how big of a package you can transport.
Good luck and have a good trip!
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On 5/23/2004
bob
wrote in from
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Hey RonnieEye Read this link on traveling with your luge
http://lugeforce.tripod.com/prime/travel.html
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On 5/22/2004
RonnieEye
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Just wondering if anyone out there has ever travelled (flown specifically) with their luge to a race. If so, what do you use to carry / protect your luge during the trip? I have a bag for a surfboard which works, but it's awkward carrying the luge and it's just plain heavy to boot. I did some shopping around for other bags today, but the surfboard bags I've found are too short. So I'm hoping someone has an alternate suggestion that would work better. Any help would be most appreciated.
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On 5/20/2004
Street Luge 101
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Check out the Street Luge 101 Trailer at www.streetluge101.com
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