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On 1/12/2004 SamG
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The weather has drowned reason. I am, as Strange succinctly described, going to indulge.
Where's my rodel?
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Argos ramp
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On 1/12/2004
SamG
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Clingfilm, the run in on the ramp looks short and the top transition is a bit sudden, but it might be worth further investigation to see if the ramp can be developed.
Injection moulded quarter pipe.
Size (H)81, (W)117, (L)182.2cm to top deck.
(H)172.7cm to top of rear guard.
High impact resistant, injection moulded platform and ramp surfaces.
Steel structural supports, nylon fabric rear safety panel.
Supplied with 4 bags designed to hold a total of 80kg of dry sand ballast (not supplied), to provide stability and a secure foundation.
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roll-in start ramp
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On 1/12/2004 strange
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'film, what type of start - slalom? I recomend (for slalom) a 3'-4' roll-in, for those ith a larger wheel-base I'd say that you should try a long(ish) 30 degree bank
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Competition available dates
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On 1/12/2004 UKSSA
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These dates are the only ones free at the moment in Europe for competitions:
All April
May 1-2/8-9/15/16
June 26 - 27
July 17 - 18/ 31 - 1 August
All after 5th September
Hope this help you to plan your event
Chris
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Argos ramps
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On 1/12/2004 Clingfilm
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Anyone seen the quarter pipes in Argos. Can these be made into start ramps.
Does anyone have a plan for a start ramp?
Forward to me asap.
Chris
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UKSSA points
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On 1/12/2004
Paul K
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Jeez,
I must have got at least 1 point for turning up at Eastbourne, and i beat the french inline rollerblade slalom Euro champ, so i definitely didn't come last!!
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the shortening
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On 1/11/2004 strange
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also, when I last went to greenwich (about 3 years ago) there were some steps and benches if you were to feel inclined that way (I do have a fondness for shorter boards too)
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UKSSA points
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On 1/11/2004 Clingfilm
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You should be able to see your poinnts at the UKSSA site now. There is a button on the main page.
This will be updated soon.
Chris
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Greenwich
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On 1/10/2004 ToMM
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Greenwich Park is one of the best places to longboard in the London area, Lovers Walk, the Big red road and a number of the other pathes are all great, be careful of the park police and watch out for pedestrians. There has been an unofficial "GW crew" skating there every wednesday for the last few years, It should start again when its dry.
P.S. Be careful, there have been a number of "hospital case" crashes there!!
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lycra
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On 1/10/2004 strange
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bright lycra,
shining tight, white
wa-hey a weird poem/piece of rubbish about lycra
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On 1/10/2004 hill billy
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rollen rodel rules! good for 60mph, shame about the excess of lycra!
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Concrete Waves in the UK
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On 1/9/2004 Michael
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If you see CW in the store...buy it!!!!!!! I dont import those issues, and once I've run the calculator over prices I hope to match the Comag price from issue 9 onwards. Especially as we have sourced a clever way of shipping. The great news is that a lot of the stuff we know and love advertises in CW so I think its fantastic news that you can get it from newsagents, who would never consider buying small numbers from a non-magazine importer source... And...I wont feel so bad about selling mags with my ugly mug in it!!!!!!!!
Now you all have a great incentive to race and pose for piccies. Hoorah!!!!!
And Sam, better book a place for Gurston in February. Downhill blast, fantastic. Better buy a heater for the van,
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Rambling association
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On 1/9/2004
SamG
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Hell yeah Clingfilm! ...and I can't take it any more! This poor weather's confusing my judgement. I might go and do something seriously wrong, I dunno, like this!
Reckon as I better hit Oxford Street for a little retail therapy.
And fast.
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Sam G
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On 1/9/2004 Clingfilm
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Are you P***ed
Ramble away.
Chris
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Concrete wave
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On 1/9/2004
Paul K
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Concrete wave 8 is available in "Oxford News" on Oxford Street!!
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greenwich??
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On 1/8/2004 jon.............
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hello.
I have heard there is a place in Greenwich that is great for longboarding is it the park???
any directions would be greatly recived.
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Lush Longboards Spring Session 2004
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On 1/8/2004 Lush Longboards
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we're all ready to roll for the Spring Session 04 ...sign up here
nice work M.Astercard, very clever!
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hyde park
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On 1/8/2004 strange
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hyde park...in london...not so sure, but if your in/near london try kennington resevoir, good fun,weather permitting (gaz, any date is cool as long as I know around 1 week in advance)
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strange
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On 1/8/2004
Paul K
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Strange,
Are you gonna come to Hyde PArk this year for a slalom session?
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CC Racing
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On 1/8/2004 Stan Dinorder
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M.Astercard,
Not wanting to EGG any one on, but i feel the financial backers have limited credability VIS A vee, slalom racing. They will most likely want something in return ( usually 2% or £5 whichever is greater ), giving the 2 chaps no RBS ADVANTAge in the long run. Its likely that they will not give 2 CAHOOTS about the team, In fact i have recommended my Solicitors (MORGAN, STANLEY, DEAN & WITTER) to Sam for Advice. I for (CAPITAL) ONE hope that we all have a good year, once it stops raining!!
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mas novice jam
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On 1/7/2004
strange
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when will the mas novice jam be? I'm not a novice but it sounds fun...
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Gurston
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On 1/7/2004 Jason
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The first round of Gurston racing , is on the 1st of Feb.This years season will include classic style/butt board as well as Stand up,Street luge&Gravity bikes.If you're interested in having a go or would just like a days entertainment,then get in touch with dingboston@oxfordstuntfactory.com
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Teamwork
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On 1/7/2004
SamG
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Chris, the 'pro team' is no more than a figment of frustrated and rambling winter minds whose bodies cannot skate. CC (or credit card) Racing relates to those of us who, frustrated by lack of skill and speed, understand the shameless training therapy of shopping oneself faster. Mistakenly so.
If a Sponsored Team were to exist, it would need verification and authorisation from the UKSSA initially in order to compete in any organised events, in which case you would be the first to be contacted.
What it does show, however, is a competitive spirit and camaraderie for the oncoming season which can only be healthy for the sport. Local or regional team competition might be a good way towards a points system, so that at least one representative can be available for any one of the UK or Europe-based events and so maintain a competitive continuity. It might also help towards community sponsorship. Only two racers competed in all of the UKSSA featured European events last year, and though commendable as it is, I don't believe that a national standing should be related on attendance alone. Possibly small teams of two or three riders could augment the already very good independent UKSSA standings. It's just another rambling Winter thought; either way, it sounds like a good reason to meet up and drink ales again.
Oh, and we would not have to wear matching team hot-pants and crop-tops. Unless, of course...
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Brands Hatch
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On 1/7/2004 Clingfilm
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I understand that our contact at Brands is moving to Silverstone, so we may be able to use this. Brands at the moment should not be affected by the purchase and our contact assures us that we will be able to skate this year. However as we are a "no money" proposition this ia always liable to change.
The new group are also responsible for Cadwell park.
We have been anticipating this for the last two years so it is not too new news for us. At the moment we are happy with the situation.
Chris
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Professional slalom racing team
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On 1/7/2004
Clingfilm
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Mark Aster-Card
Can anyone feed me information about the UK Professional slalom racing team. I am keen to help and pitch-in.
All I ask is if it is a real possibility.
Chris
MIKE
get me a generator
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