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by Paul Price
Thu May 27, 2010 4:11 am
Forum: North America
Topic: [2010] SLALOM ST. LOUIS
Replies: 40
Views: 47778

Thanks, the map is really useful!

It will be my first st Louis race, I will be in town Thursday arvo to check out the bud brewery and Arch. anyone else getting in early?
by Paul Price
Sun May 09, 2010 3:32 am
Forum: Gecko
Topic: The 'Old' Lizard turns 50....
Replies: 8
Views: 11447

Happy Birthday Martin, I have been boarding with you for 30+ years (snow and skate).
Now I should dig out some photos from the 70's.....
by Paul Price
Wed Feb 17, 2010 6:16 am
Forum: ISSA - Old topics
Topic: ISSA members 2010 - Complete listing
Replies: 46
Views: 52096

Just paid my dues for 2010 but it took a lot of work to find out who to pay and how much.
Needs to be on the front page and as the top sticky in the forums
I paid issa@slalomskateboarder.com $25 via paypal.
cheers
see some of you in Texas
by Paul Price
Mon Oct 19, 2009 8:22 am
Forum: Australia
Topic: [2009] Final Conehead Cup, 18 Oct
Replies: 0
Views: 4117

[2009] Final Conehead Cup, 18 Oct

I was lucky enough to race in this, here are the photos: http://www.flickr.com/photos/39089904@N00/sets/72157622491596345/ Thanks to Haggy, Bugs and all the guys from ASRA - Australian Skateboard Racing Association - http://www.skateboardracing.org.au/ The winner, Jacko http://farm3.static.flickr.co...
by Paul Price
Mon Oct 05, 2009 7:51 pm
Forum: California
Topic: Gordon and Smith 50th celebration in San Diego
Replies: 2
Views: 5613

Gordon and Smith 50th celebration in San Diego

Gordon and Smith had a 50th celebration on October the 5th at the Wave House in San Diego. I got an invite as I rode for G&S Fibreflex on the Freerider board. Lots of names in my photos - Peralta, Pineaple, Cathy,Martinez, Berrymen, Hester, etc etc Good times! Watch with slideshow set to fast: http:...
by Paul Price
Fri Oct 02, 2009 4:03 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Antrim Can/Am Sept. 18, 19 & 20, 2009
Replies: 87
Views: 88937

Great to see you all at Antrim! I had a ball, and enjoyed a fun look around Boston too. Here are my pics, watch using 'slideshow' set to fast. http://www.flickr.com/photos/39089904@N00/sets/72157622350198445/ I enjoyed my first pirate parade! Talk like a pirate day! ARRR!!! http://farm3.static.flick...
by Paul Price
Tue Sep 15, 2009 12:35 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Antrim Can/Am Sept. 18, 19 & 20, 2009
Replies: 87
Views: 88937

Hi Joe, I am flying in to Boston and driving up to Antrim. My airline luggage allowance is tight so is there someone who lives nearby who could lend me bedding? Otherwise is there a WalMart nearby for me to buy stuff? Looking forward to my first time in New Hampshire :-)
by Paul Price
Mon Aug 24, 2009 2:33 pm
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2009] European Slalom Championships POLICKA Aug 7-9 [MAJOR]
Replies: 93
Views: 114048

Thanks for a fine race, and the welcome shown by all the Czech skaters. Me, Sam and Louis enjoyed looking around Brno too. a lovely town. Big thanks to Dalibor for taking us to great pubs and driving us around Brno. Can someone send me his email so I can thank him? Some of my crappy iphone pics: htt...
by Paul Price
Thu Jul 23, 2009 5:16 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2009] European Slalom Championships POLICKA Aug 7-9 [MAJOR]
Replies: 93
Views: 114048

There are some British and Americans who would like to attend I think. Please can we have some information on the best way to travel from Prague and the best deal for a place to stay? Can we get advise on which Hotel is best and negotiate a special rate for racers? If all the skaters stay in the sam...
by Paul Price
Thu Jul 23, 2009 5:01 am
Forum: Pavel
Topic: PAUL PRICE ROADSTER
Replies: 77
Views: 160013

Ella got into the Hood River newspaper riding her Pavel Roadster!

"England's Ella Roggero swerving around a cone"

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by Paul Price
Thu Jul 23, 2009 4:58 am
Forum: England
Topic: World Champs in the UK 2009?
Replies: 9
Views: 13611

The World Championships were in Hood River, Oregon in 2009, Well done to all the Brits who made it to the Slalom World Championships, hope we can get a bigger team going next year, and some juniors! And there was not a drop of rain - temps up to 104 degrees instead. Here are some of the best results...
by Paul Price
Thu Jul 23, 2009 4:54 am
Forum: 2009 World Championships - Hood River, OR
Topic: 2009 Worlds Pictures & Video Links
Replies: 7
Views: 10781

I am in Hood River a few extra days to do some kite boarding and guess what was in today's paper "England's Ella Roggero swerving around a cone". http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2593/3747449851_def614d6ed.jpg http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3525/3748240738_a269983fbc.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com...
by Paul Price
Wed Jul 22, 2009 7:21 am
Forum: Pavel
Topic: PAUL PRICE ROADSTER
Replies: 77
Views: 160013

Congratulations to Ella for her 2nd place at the World Championships of Slalom Skateboarding at Hood River, Oregon riding her Roadster! http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2543/3744688990_fddbc86a75_m.jpg I got a 5th place in the Pro Slalom Tight on my wide-tail Roadster which was fantastic. http://farm3...
by Paul Price
Wed Jul 15, 2009 1:41 am
Forum: Pavel
Topic: PAUL PRICE ROADSTER
Replies: 77
Views: 160013

Looks like a nice board there Adam.

What trucks and wheels are you using? Currently I have GOG trucks and Seismic wheels.

I just finished the US Nationals in Colorado and was stoked with a 5th in the Tight Slalom!
by Paul Price
Mon Jun 01, 2009 6:43 pm
Forum: Europe
Topic: Made in England: Blighty Championships - June 27th/ 28th
Replies: 26
Views: 32363

I was just about to pay for my entry with paypal. What is the exact cost for the camping please? "Entry fee for both days is £15.00. Entry fee for one day (either Saturday or Sunday) is £10.00. Insurance and track hire have already been paid, so please get your entry sub in early via PayPal to: ukss...
by Paul Price
Wed May 13, 2009 12:35 am
Forum: Pavel
Topic: PAUL PRICE ROADSTER
Replies: 77
Views: 160013

When I had the idea for a new slalom board in 2002 I wanted it to be inspired by a car shape rather than the surfboard shaped boards around at the time. I called it the roadster because that was the type of board I wanted, a light, fast, fun board to ride like a convertible roadster car. A major par...
by Paul Price
Wed Apr 29, 2009 4:45 pm
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2009] Airflow Slalombrunch, Thalwil ZH, CH, May 16-17
Replies: 35
Views: 38130

My Flight booked! - same times as Old School Mike more or less, maybe Airflow can give us a ride from/to the airport? FLIGHT INFORMATION Outbound flight: London (London Heathrow) - Zurich Fri. 15.05.2009 17:15 LHR - 19:55 ZRH LX 325 Return flight: Zurich - London (London Heathrow) Sun. 17.05.2009 20...
by Paul Price
Wed Mar 25, 2009 6:05 am
Forum: ISSA World Ranking
Topic: Wanted: Masters 45 and over birthdates
Replies: 124
Views: 134899

I saw there were some questions on the Masters (over 45) for the Worlds. I am Master by age - born 1963 Quite a few of the older pros are now Masters! Here is my take on it, IMHO: 1. Masters was mentioned in the ISSA sanction for the Worlds so should be included. 2. Masters in other sports are Pro's...
by Paul Price
Fri Mar 20, 2009 5:34 am
Forum: 2009 World Championships - Hood River, OR
Topic: Accomodations In Hood River
Replies: 4
Views: 6208

Here is where I stayed last year, and will be again this year. Great place! A few blocks from the Brewery race site.

http://www.gorgeview.com/

Bunk beds are about $40 and Rooms about $100 if you tell them you are a slalom racer. Be quick!
by Paul Price
Tue Oct 21, 2008 12:57 am
Forum: Pavel
Topic: PAUL PRICE ROADSTER
Replies: 77
Views: 160013

Results

Just saw the Gadget show top 5 skateboards test on national TV. http://fwd.five.tv/videos/top-5-skateboards 1st Loaded Dervish Longboard 2nd Pavel Roadster Slalom Board 3rd Lush Kilima Longboard http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3021/2959870742_fc5f617806.jpg Thanks to Rob for joining me on the Gadget ...
by Paul Price
Sun Oct 19, 2008 2:10 am
Forum: Pavel
Topic: PAUL PRICE ROADSTER
Replies: 77
Views: 160013

Gadget show Board Test Monday 7pm On Monday the Gadget show on channel 5 will be testing 15 skateboards and ranking the top 5. http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3234/2952781870_74a5aeba2c_m.jpg Jason the presenter rides giving it some: http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3279/2952782114_c45a7ce65c_m.jpg Wil...
by Paul Price
Sun Oct 19, 2008 2:04 am
Forum: Pavel
Topic: World Paul Price Day...
Replies: 8
Views: 10152

Just saw this!

Thanks for the memories :-)
by Paul Price
Wed Sep 10, 2008 12:14 am
Forum: Sweden
Topic: Thanx
Replies: 15
Views: 15690

Dude, get well soon! I fell off on Sunday and hurt my shoulder, but thats nothing to your slam!

I took this photo - wonder what Sam took!?


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by Paul Price
Thu Sep 04, 2008 1:01 am
Forum: Pavel
Topic: PAUL PRICE ROADSTER
Replies: 77
Views: 160013

Stolen Roadster

Last week there was a TV show recording for a weekly prime time show called "The Gadget show". http://gadgetshow.five.tv/index.htm It was filmed at Bay66 skatepark, London. They tested the Pavel Roadster amongst 15 skateboards (including long-boards, snakeboards, electric boards etc) to find the top...
by Paul Price
Wed Aug 06, 2008 10:39 pm
Forum: Europe
Topic: POLICKA SLALOM WORLD CUP 2008 - 9-10 AUG - [MAIN]
Replies: 73
Views: 59056

Thanks for you help - see you all next weekend.
Can you please post up the events, timings, courses and rules and any other information we need (will there be a GS?)
Cheers, see you soon. Paul
by Paul Price
Thu Jul 31, 2008 2:11 am
Forum: Pavel
Topic: PAUL PRICE ROADSTER
Replies: 77
Views: 160013

Thanks Spike! The new wide-tail concept for the Roadster really seems to work well with increased power. I took a 3rd in the Hybrid and a 4th in the Tight at the US Nationals at Morro Bay. http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3281/2691670542_7c65620d2d.jpg Photos of Morro 2008 http://www.flickr.com/photos...
by Paul Price
Sat Jul 12, 2008 3:57 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: Latvia Slalom World Cup 2008, 4-6 July [MAIN]
Replies: 85
Views: 83970

Nice contest as always! http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3233/2651346468_c489aafa33.jpg Dom run http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3057/2651351136_98b5ea4259.jpg All my photos are here - I got every Am on the GS http://www.flickr.com/photos/39089904@N00/sets/72157606091237457/ Looking forward to the next ...
by Paul Price
Sun Jun 08, 2008 11:49 pm
Forum: Pavel
Topic: PAUL PRICE ROADSTER
Replies: 77
Views: 160013

Finally got to set up the new wide-tail Roadster with some new GOG trucks and Seismic wheels. The concave is a little more deep and the room at the tail feels great! Here are some pics. Top view: http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3155/2562449642_438c015bb3.jpg Base: http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3136/...
by Paul Price
Mon May 26, 2008 2:32 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: POLICKA SLALOM WORLD CUP 2008 - 9-10 AUG - [MAIN]
Replies: 73
Views: 59056

Sam Gordon and Paul Price are coming - we hope it will not rain this time :-) We liked Prague http://www.flickr.com/photos/39089904@N00/sets/72157604683325545/ Our times are tight - will there be a bus or do we need to rent a car or can we share a ride? Is it far from Prague airport? London Gatwick ...
by Paul Price
Mon May 26, 2008 2:16 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: British Open Slalom Championships, June 13-15 2008
Replies: 7
Views: 10982

NASS 13-15 June 2008 - race site inspection I drove down to the race site for NASS on Saturday to check the new section of Slalom racing road that was suggested at Thursdays meeting with the NASS crew. The good news its a good section and is closer to the action. It will be fenced off and is away fr...
by Paul Price
Mon May 05, 2008 11:12 am
Forum: Gecko
Topic: Gecko Superlight MD Limited Edition SL model - photos...
Replies: 35
Views: 36479

Happy Birthday Martin

CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR NEW SIGNATURE MODEL BOARD MARTIN! I have of course ordered one for my collection. And Happy Birthday to my best buddy Martin Drayton today 5th May, we've been skateboarding and snowboarding together for a long time, its been a blast. Cheers to you Martin. Keep on truckin!!!
by Paul Price
Thu Apr 24, 2008 1:56 am
Forum: Pavel
Topic: PAUL PRICE ROADSTER
Replies: 77
Views: 160013

Thanks to Don and the Pavel crew for setting up the Gog race. I was very pleased to be on the podium again in the Pro Special and Pro tight races. The level of racing is insane and you need be 100% to be in with a chance. GOG Do or Die Race 12-13 April 2008 Photos of the race and extra shots of the ...
by Paul Price
Wed Apr 09, 2008 12:18 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: PAVEL/GOG DO OR DIE RACE, DÜSSELDORF, APRIL 12/13
Replies: 126
Views: 127772

Hello Sailors,

I am driving over via the Dover Dunkerque ferry and hope to be there by Saturday :-)

Thanks for the maps - very useful indeed. cheers
by Paul Price
Tue Apr 01, 2008 12:25 am
Forum: Pavel
Topic: PAUL PRICE ROADSTER
Replies: 77
Views: 160013

Looking good Toby!

We just had a race at Wasteland in London and there was a good turn out of Roadster owners!

Wait until you see the new 2008 evolution of the Roadster to be revealed soon :-)

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by Paul Price
Tue Mar 11, 2008 10:57 pm
Forum: Pavel
Topic: PAUL PRICE ROADSTER
Replies: 77
Views: 160013

Board set up

Hi Toby, Hope you are enjoying the deck, the set up is easy, wedge the trucks as normal (extra at the front, de-wedge at the rear, keep the board level at the centre and use enough risers so you don't get wheel bite! The front truck can be moved back for those really tight courses, as in this photo ...
by Paul Price
Wed Oct 10, 2007 2:01 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Skateboarding is in the 2012 Olympics!
Replies: 13
Views: 13498

This article appeared in the London Evening Standard 10th Oc

It seems we may still be able to get SLALOM RACING in 2012 as a Demonstration event. The ISSA should start contacting the man soon! This article appeared in the London Evening Standard 10th October 2007 Here is the article: to find the article search on 'skateboarding' in http://www.thisislondon.co....
by Paul Price
Wed Oct 10, 2007 1:58 am
Forum: ISSA
Topic: Skateboarding (in general): getting organized
Replies: 11
Views: 23527

or maybe not

This article appeared in the London Evening Standard 10th October 2007 Here is the article: to find the article search on 'skateboarding' in http://www.thisislondon.co.uk/home/ Wheels fall off 2012 skateboard event Matthew Beard, Sports News Correspondent 09.10.07 Attempts to introduce skateboarding...
by Paul Price
Tue Oct 09, 2007 10:34 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: OFFICIAL Guinness Slalom Skateboard World Record - New event
Replies: 85
Views: 84301

Fantastic job

Great Job Martin, its a top achievement and we're proud :-)

Nice exposure for the sport as well.

I wonder how many million Chinese will start slalom when
they see it on TV. Keep us posted!
by Paul Price
Tue Oct 09, 2007 12:21 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: OFFICIAL Guinness Slalom Skateboard World Record - New event
Replies: 85
Views: 84301

Not Cool Michael

Michael Stride, what is your problem? I can't believe what I have just seen you have posted about me. I am upset you have publicly posted that I am a cheat and have 'screwed you over'. I am completely innocent of your accusations. Normally I don't comment on your frequent lame posts on the Internet ...
by Paul Price
Wed Oct 03, 2007 6:56 pm
Forum: 2007 World Championships - Statesville, NC
Topic: Photos and Videos from the Worlds 2007
Replies: 6
Views: 9441

Photos and Videos from the Worlds 2007

Thanks to Marion and the HillBillies for showing the UK team a good time, the weather was glorious and the legendary southern hospitality was all around . The quality of the slalom racing was amazing - how long will it be before the media and the the rest of the skating world catch on to the buzz???...
by Paul Price
Thu Sep 13, 2007 6:21 pm
Forum: England
Topic: European Championships 2007
Replies: 0
Views: 4470

European Championships 2007

Race Report European Championships 2007 FRIDAY A team of six of us set out on Friday morning with Ryan air. Martin, Paul, Sam, Pat, Richard and Louis were the crew. Due to a 15 kg weight limit we were limited to what we could bring. The Europeans arrived by car and had the luxury of bringing a lot o...
by Paul Price
Thu Sep 13, 2007 3:57 pm
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2007] European Slalom Skateboard Championships: 8 & 9 s
Replies: 145
Views: 152110

I enjoyed meeting everybody again for the European race. Our English team had lots of fun. Thanks to all the organisers for putting in so much effort - and we know how to make it better next time. And I am glad that this was the first race this year when it did not rain! I am always amazed how fast ...
by Paul Price
Mon Aug 20, 2007 2:45 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2007] Wasteland 07:2 - August 19, 2007
Replies: 2
Views: 4239

Wasteland 7.02 http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1236/1176397232_8d0e80f04c.jpg Click for more photos http://www.flickr.com/photos/bigsteev/sets/72157601554390231/ and http://www.flickr.com/photos/39089904@N00/sets/72157601558137939/ Rain started the day so it was decided not to rent a van to transport...
by Paul Price
Thu Aug 02, 2007 6:52 pm
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2007] Wasteland 07:2 - August 19, 2007
Replies: 2
Views: 4239

[2007] Wasteland 07:2 - August 19, 2007

Wasteland Race is on! Just got it booked. Sunday 19th August 2007 Grass roots slalom race for allcomers, beginner to Pro. Must wear a helmet to skate. 2 timed individual runs decides qualifying spreadsheet for head-to-head. http://farm2.static.flickr.com/1107/986677413_fb885a7246_o.jpg Video of a pr...
by Paul Price
Wed Jul 18, 2007 1:40 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2007] World Baltic Sea Cup - July 14-15, 2007
Replies: 54
Views: 76706

GGRRRRRRR!!!!!!

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by Paul Price
Wed Jul 18, 2007 1:35 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2007] World Baltic Sea Cup - July 14-15, 2007
Replies: 54
Views: 76706

Thanks for Riga

Another fast contest - in the best location. Nice to see everyone again, and some talented new slalom racers. The spectators were quite talented too, as you can see from the photos. The high jump was a lot of fun - someone must post the winners story! Here are some photos - taken by the English lads...
by Paul Price
Mon Jul 09, 2007 1:46 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Skateboarding is in the 2012 Olympics!
Replies: 13
Views: 13498

Introducing a new sport

From Enquiries@london2012.com Thank you for your enquiry regarding skateboarding. The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is the only body with the authority to add sports and disciplines to an Olympic competition. No new sports will be added for London 2012 as the decision to do so must be taken ...
by Paul Price
Tue Jun 19, 2007 11:15 pm
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2007] World Baltic Sea Cup - July 14-15, 2007
Replies: 54
Views: 76706

Book us rooms please

Hi Team Uk are arriving on Friday 13th at Arriving: Riga (RIX), Latvia 22:50 Fri .
So far its me, Sam, Niall and Pat. Rooms would be ace.
Looking forward to racing in Latvia, another of my favourite places!
by Paul Price
Mon Jun 18, 2007 7:48 pm
Forum: Europe
Topic: SWEDEN SLALOM WORLD CUP, June 15-17, 2007
Replies: 82
Views: 94989

Great riding with everyone in Sweden. The level of competiton gets better every race! Good results all round, very close racing, photos of the race, the rain and others here. Thanks for the hard work to the Swedish guys, and Ramon enjoy your vacation while the rest of us are at work :-) photos: http...
by Paul Price
Mon Jun 11, 2007 3:50 am
Forum: ISSA
Topic: Skateboarding (in general): getting organized
Replies: 11
Views: 23527

2012

Well now it may be happening Jani LONDON, England -- The International Olympic Committee (IOC) is keen for skateboarding to become an official sport at the 2012 London Games. The IOC said on Friday that it had held discussions with cycling's world governing body about taking skateboarding under its ...