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by Ricky Byrd
Thu Feb 10, 2005 9:44 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2005
Replies: 38
Views: 45251

Thanks Wesley!
I do not want to schedule two on the same weekend. No way. I don't want people to have to choose. The Gathering is not on the schedule on this site. I know, I know, it's not a race.
by Ricky Byrd
Thu Feb 10, 2005 8:15 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2005
Replies: 38
Views: 45251

Luna Update. Things have been slow getting started this year. It is looking like things will be changing for LSJ 2005. LSJ 2005 will not be held on Fondren Hill. Anyone who has a bone to pick with that hill...sorry for this. I finally got a line of communication with the city of Ridgeland. The phone...
by Ricky Byrd
Thu Feb 10, 2005 5:49 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Red Clay Cup 2005
Replies: 170
Views: 198303

66, The whole Byrd clan will be there. Looking forward to it again this year.
by Ricky Byrd
Wed Jan 12, 2005 3:36 pm
Forum: Down South
Topic: Madlands Mayhem 2005 Results
Replies: 1
Views: 3193

Madlands Mayhem 2005 Results

Here's the official results of the 2005 Madlands Mayhem Slalom Race... Qualifying Times: Ricky Byrd 16.413 Josh Byrd 17.141 Will Jolly 17.484 Clifton Jennings 17.549 Frank Henn 17.637 Andrew Eure 17.884 Shane Causey 19.000 Laura Henn 19.374 Alston Evans 20.651 Meg Balthis 21.230 Matt Gandy 21.450 Sa...
by Ricky Byrd
Tue Jan 11, 2005 4:27 pm
Forum: ISSA World Ranking
Topic: [2005] Region West Atlantic: USA East
Replies: 107
Views: 142255

Firming up the date for Luna this week. We are looking at April 15, 16 & 17 Luna is changing a bit this year to less of a spectator venue for more of a gathering, festival type atmosphere. The tentitive venue is beautiful, on a big lake, very very smooth asphalt, start is flat, steep drop at mid cou...
by Ricky Byrd
Mon Jan 03, 2005 5:40 pm
Forum: Pocket Pistol
Topic: PPS GS Hybrid
Replies: 19
Views: 24839

I put my GS Hybrid back together this weekend and rode it hard. I love that board. I've put on some pounds since I bought it so it seems a little flexy but I swear I'm taking those pounds back off so no worries. Eddy, I hope all is well and we're looking forward to seeing some of y'all on Jan. 9th f...
by Ricky Byrd
Wed Dec 22, 2004 7:54 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Texas Sizzler 2005
Replies: 12
Views: 15728

Marcos, Go outlaw if need be and don't worry about it. It will be fun no matter what.
by Ricky Byrd
Wed Dec 22, 2004 7:51 pm
Forum: Down South
Topic: anybody slalom in memphis im comin down
Replies: 6
Views: 6359

I'd be great to have you out on infamous Road Kill Hill!
by Ricky Byrd
Wed Nov 24, 2004 12:35 pm
Forum: Timing System
Topic: Trakmate - with PC connection
Replies: 18
Views: 26037

Count me in!
by Ricky Byrd
Wed Nov 24, 2004 12:30 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Red Clay Cup 2005
Replies: 170
Views: 198303

This street doesn't sound consistant with what we had discussed about your views of racing in your series for 2005.

Care to comment on why you would throw a hill like the top of La Costa in a series billed as am with courses anyone can make? Not that I wouldn't love to race on it, but...
by Ricky Byrd
Wed Nov 10, 2004 9:18 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: 2004 Rookies of the Year Mens,Women,Teens and Kids
Replies: 44
Views: 39794

I like the sound of a Rookie Of The Year award, giving the newer racers something to shoot for in their first season. I do however think it's a difficult thing to put a finger on. My list of deserving racers would be long and full of explainations as to why any one of them is on my list. Eddy, you y...
by Ricky Byrd
Thu Nov 04, 2004 11:24 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2005
Replies: 38
Views: 45251

Thanks John, I sent that to Eddie in an Email. He'll appreciate it I'm sure. He's one of the good guys.
by Ricky Byrd
Tue Nov 02, 2004 4:47 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2005
Replies: 38
Views: 45251

As far as Luna goes... My Red Bull Rep has been in the hospital with intestine blockage. He ended up with major abdominal surgery. He has just been released to go home after a two week stay. He is laid up and hurting. I think it would be a friendly gesture to drop our generous Red Bull Rep Eddie Tan...
by Ricky Byrd
Tue Nov 02, 2004 4:37 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2005
Replies: 38
Views: 45251

We are always ready to find a new hill especially a big one. Please get us some info. We did take a trip to Port Gibson and looked around. Used a topo map to find roads that drop elevation. We found some nice hills and skated a few. We also found some nice hills that had been freshly repaved with a ...
by Ricky Byrd
Tue Oct 26, 2004 4:08 pm
Forum: ISSA World Ranking
Topic: [2004] World rankings: Overall
Replies: 135
Views: 169950

Just a couple of bits of info for the www.slalomranking.com site...

Matt Gandy also show in the Boys/Girls (-14) rankings and Sarah Byrd belongs in the Girls (-11), my little angel is 10.

Thanks for the hard work! Great site!
by Ricky Byrd
Tue Sep 14, 2004 4:40 pm
Forum: Down South
Topic: Birthday Wishes
Replies: 1
Views: 3473

Birthday Wishes

I just want to take a selfish moment to wish my son Josh a happy birthday. We've never had as much fun as we have had the past couple of years racing slalom together. I wanted to share this day with all our slalom friends. You're all so special to us. Happy Birthday Josh! Mom, Dad & Sis loves you! I...
by Ricky Byrd
Tue Sep 07, 2004 8:16 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Red Clay Cup - 2004 Georgia State Championships
Replies: 67
Views: 72862

Josh will be turning 14 on September 14th. I guess this is his birthday party too.

HAPPY BIRTHDAY JB!
by Ricky Byrd
Wed Sep 01, 2004 11:12 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Red Clay Cup - 2004 Georgia State Championships
Replies: 67
Views: 72862

JEET - Asking if you have eaten yet. Like 66 my say... Jeet breakfast yet?

It's language I'm kinda proud of.
by Ricky Byrd
Wed Sep 01, 2004 4:46 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Red Clay Cup - 2004 Georgia State Championships
Replies: 67
Views: 72862

Is Friday going to be a true GS or a Gibrid? Let it run!
by Ricky Byrd
Tue Aug 31, 2004 5:36 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Red Clay Cup - 2004 Georgia State Championships
Replies: 67
Views: 72862

It would be good to have you down south Martin.

Josh is getting it cut today as a matter of fact.
by Ricky Byrd
Tue Aug 10, 2004 9:10 pm
Forum: Radikal
Topic: Radikal rear truck axle alignment
Replies: 12
Views: 17000

Josh and I own 4 sets and we have no trouble with the alignment or loose axles. We do check them before most sessions. I wouldn't lock-tite the kingpins in. This will make changing the lower bushing impossible or more difficult depending on the type of lock-tite you use. I use a small wrench to hold...
by Ricky Byrd
Thu Jul 29, 2004 10:50 pm
Forum: Bahne
Topic: Rocker Racer
Replies: 7
Views: 12036

or maybe two...
by Ricky Byrd
Fri Jul 23, 2004 3:17 am
Forum: Radikal
Topic: new ad to appear in concrete wave
Replies: 20
Views: 26878

Attention is right. Sure worked here.

Yeah, I like the ad too. I ride Radikals too. They do indeed kick azz.

I think Mary has just realize that us guys keep our copy of CW in the bathroom anyway and she's killing two birds with one stone.

Ups to Mary!
by Ricky Byrd
Wed Jul 21, 2004 4:38 pm
Forum: Radikal
Topic: new ad to appear in concrete wave
Replies: 20
Views: 26878

That is actually Mary in that ad right? Goad's a lucky man!
by Ricky Byrd
Wed Jun 23, 2004 3:56 pm
Forum: Starting Line / Ramps
Topic: Radikal Racing Trucks Start Ramp Trailer
Replies: 20
Views: 29829

Very nice concept guys. How nice would that be to pull up and drop it at the top of the hill, unfold it and go. Things are all lined up and sturdy. Will it be wood construction bolted into the steel frame of the trailer? Add some type of leveling legs to the corners of the trailer for uneven surface...
by Ricky Byrd
Tue Jun 08, 2004 1:53 am
Forum: ISSA World Ranking
Topic: [2004] Region West Atlantic: USA East
Replies: 20
Views: 24082

Did we get Luna classified? Did we all agree on Joe's proposal?
by Ricky Byrd
Wed May 26, 2004 6:39 pm
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: Ramp use req. for women, juniors or not?
Replies: 43
Views: 52450

Closer to the subject...I have seen new kids come out and work hard to clean a course, then race day they come up against a start ramp and it blows their mind. We have a new racer named Meg, she has yet to make one ramp start, she's tough and determined, I'm confident she'll get it down, but it does...
by Ricky Byrd
Wed May 26, 2004 6:28 pm
Forum: ISSA World Ranking
Topic: [2004] Region West Atlantic: USA East
Replies: 20
Views: 24082

I can go for that Joe. Luna did have guite a talent pool this year (and last for that matter). To bad I didn't get to race Luna this year.
by Ricky Byrd
Wed May 26, 2004 5:11 am
Forum: ISSA World Ranking
Topic: [2004] Region West Atlantic: USA East
Replies: 20
Views: 24082

Sorry I've not been aware of this topic.

Luna could go either way to me. I'm not totally up to speed on what makes a Main main and a Prime prime. Is it totally up to the racers and there are no set milestones to determine status?
by Ricky Byrd
Tue May 25, 2004 9:44 pm
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: Ramp use req. for women, juniors or not?
Replies: 43
Views: 52450

We did allow, anyone who prefered, to start beside the ramps at LSJ 03 & 04. You simply had to hit the start tape with your hand and you're off. Of course your start will be no where near as fast as someone's from the ramp. I think the ramp evens the field. Some have a powerful push, some have a pow...
by Ricky Byrd
Tue May 11, 2004 8:01 pm
Forum: Clothing
Topic: Old Skate Guy Tees
Replies: 1
Views: 5750

My guess on the "coping" shirt is the poster of DP from the CW Buyers Guide.

Upon farther insection...I'm wrong. Close...but wrong. :)
by Ricky Byrd
Thu May 06, 2004 3:51 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Red Clay Cup - 2004 Georgia State Championships
Replies: 67
Views: 72862

Road Kill can't wait.
Most of us are coming, including the fastest ladies in the South.
Just gemme some bacon then...
by Ricky Byrd
Wed Apr 28, 2004 8:19 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Who can build us some ramps for Da Farm?
Replies: 27
Views: 22217

Road Kill Ramps

TK's way ahead of you on that one WesE. Let me know if the plans need clarifications in any way.
by Ricky Byrd
Mon Apr 26, 2004 3:26 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Series 66 2004
Replies: 3
Views: 5160

Can race organizers get double points at their next race showing to make up for not racing in the race they organize? Just a thought.

I'm being robbed!
by Ricky Byrd
Fri Apr 23, 2004 6:07 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2004
Replies: 148
Views: 164484

Frank pointed me to that post. MAN! Is there an easy way to compile that list or re-type it all? WesE?
by Ricky Byrd
Fri Apr 23, 2004 5:22 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2004
Replies: 148
Views: 164484

Ricky sez it's OK but...
Tom, Can you point me to WesE's post so I can see what he did.
by Ricky Byrd
Fri Apr 23, 2004 3:32 pm
Forum: Down South
Topic: Pinkneyville slalom, Atlanta
Replies: 14
Views: 12213

Good on ya Tom! Your right, visibility is key. Wish we could be there. Have fun!
by Ricky Byrd
Thu Apr 22, 2004 6:00 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2004
Replies: 148
Views: 164484

I just got the spreadsheets posted up. Thanks Frank. Find them here: http://www.SlalomSkateboarder.com/events/2004/Luna/LunaSlalomJam_quals.pdf http://www.SlalomSkateboarder.com/events/2004/Luna/LunaSlalomJam_Elims.pdf Tway, sorry I didn't mention it sooner. The timer worked great. We had one instan...
by Ricky Byrd
Tue Apr 20, 2004 6:40 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2004
Replies: 148
Views: 164484

Here's the complete Qualifying Times: 1 GARY FLUITT 13.191 2 CHRIS BARKER 13.279 3 RICK STANZIALE 13.328 4 RICHY CARRASCO 13.488 5 JEFF GOAD 13.536 6 VLAD POPOV 13.561 7 NOAH HEINLE 13.628 8 BOBBY MANDARINO 13.640 9 KEITH HOLLIEN 13.823 10 MARK MCCREE 13.966 11 MIKE OHM 13.978 12 JASON MITCHELL 14.0...
by Ricky Byrd
Tue Apr 20, 2004 6:28 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2004
Replies: 148
Views: 164484

As Noah said, WOW is right! Night fell, the breeze picked up, the air cooled, but it was hot on Fondren Hill. Luna Slalom Jam 2004 went off without any big hitches, but with a great time, some great food and some great friends coming together for a little friendly competition. The crowds, at the hei...
by Ricky Byrd
Mon Apr 19, 2004 2:38 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2004
Replies: 148
Views: 164484

Bare with me on the times. Had another busy day. Had to go session with Claude, Troy and John Dillon and a few Road Killers a while after I took care of a few things. Still recooperating. Everything tomorrow night. Stay tuned.

Thanks everyone. It was a blast to say the least!
by Ricky Byrd
Sun Apr 18, 2004 6:10 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2004
Replies: 148
Views: 164484

Luna Slalom 2004 Race Results:

Open class
1) Gary Fluitt
2) Noah Heinle
3) Richy Carrasco
4) Vlad Popov

Women's
1) Lisa Woodward
2) Katie Campbell
3) Elisa Campbell

Junior
1) Aaron Morris
2) Josh Byrd
3) Ben Chapman

More to come
by Ricky Byrd
Fri Apr 16, 2004 3:12 am
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2004
Replies: 148
Views: 164484

It's great place for a race. The only draw back is the surface. John, you wouldn't like it. I've already discussed lobbying for new asphalt for next year or I'm moving the race. The Fondren district loved the race last year and will love it even more this year. With sucess this year I'll have some p...
by Ricky Byrd
Wed Apr 14, 2004 9:05 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2004
Replies: 148
Views: 164484

Pick up and overnight arrangements

Claude, I got you covered on Friday at 5:30. You may ride in style in the Red Bull truck. I got your stay covered also. No worries. Also, I see the Daggers need to spread out. Can you take one or two in your room. Discuss amoung yourselves. So far on pick up I have: Claude @ 5:30 Friday afternoon Ja...
by Ricky Byrd
Tue Apr 13, 2004 4:35 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2004
Replies: 148
Views: 164484

Mike (or anyone needing a pick-up), Now that we're close to the date, please send me an email with your arrival time so I can arrange pick up. If you staying at the Cabot on Saturday you need to have arrangements made by Friday. I'm paying the tab on Friday then all deals are off. This is the way th...
by Ricky Byrd
Mon Apr 12, 2004 3:18 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2004
Replies: 148
Views: 164484

Most tasks are complete except for obtaining the actual permit for the street closing. I got the letter of approval from the city over the weekend and I'm heading downtown to cough up the fee this afternoon, then we're set. All systems go! My Internet connection is on the blink at home due to an ele...
by Ricky Byrd
Fri Apr 09, 2004 1:39 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Team Points
Replies: 21
Views: 18953

I Love It!
by Ricky Byrd
Thu Apr 08, 2004 8:46 pm
Forum: Bahne
Topic: The Original Bahne Black Hill
Replies: 5
Views: 10705

Go Bahne!
by Ricky Byrd
Wed Apr 07, 2004 5:03 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2004
Replies: 148
Views: 164484

Mississippi Grass Roots Slalom, Road Kill Racing, along with Pocket Pistol Skates, is pleased to announce the Pocket Pistol Outlaw 75 on Friday, April 16th on Road Kill Hill in Ridgeland, Mississippi. Pocket Pistol Skates has stepped up to sponsor this Pre-Luna jam format outlaw event. This gatherin...
by Ricky Byrd
Wed Apr 07, 2004 5:02 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Luna Slalom Jam 2004
Replies: 148
Views: 164484

We'll get you covered Jack.

Will anybody else needing a ride from the airport on Friday or Saturday please email me so I can make sure I've got a ride for all who need one.

Thanks!

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