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by Terry Kirby
Sat Dec 13, 2003 2:27 pm
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: Alpine snowboard and boots
Replies: 2
Views: 3326

One lesson with Gilmour and He's quitting the sport.
by Terry Kirby
Thu Dec 11, 2003 12:23 am
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Wheel discussion
Topic: What COLOR should slalom racing wheels be?
Replies: 24
Views: 33585

Hmmm, stunning likeness. Both WESS and Scabs look very..shall we say..Arian??? Both are asking that every wheel be the same color and that wheels of other colors be eliminated. Sound familiar? These are scary times slalom friends ,scary times.
by Terry Kirby
Wed Dec 10, 2003 3:41 am
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Wheel discussion
Topic: What COLOR should slalom racing wheels be?
Replies: 24
Views: 33585

Guess again Wes East. If you put down the skate key and spray paint you would know that dark grey AVALONS in 90a are available AND they flat out rip. Time to Join Parsons, Ohm and Noah and travel to some big events. Breck next year would be a good place to start. Start Saving now. TK
by Terry Kirby
Mon Dec 08, 2003 5:49 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Wheel discussion
Topic: What COLOR should slalom racing wheels be?
Replies: 24
Views: 33585

Bored is more like it Jack, I've been snowed in for two days. Today however I got out and surfed overhead point waves with a few friends. Life is good. As far as wheels go. Do what kenny does, ride white avalons in every race and win everything.TK
by Terry Kirby
Mon Dec 08, 2003 2:31 am
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Wheel discussion
Topic: What COLOR should slalom racing wheels be?
Replies: 24
Views: 33585

Wes, what brand marker are you using to mark the wheels? Do you write the duro # or use different color markers? It would be cheaper to use one color marker and just write the duros out . You could do it in code so no one knows but you. Thats how I did it but I forgot the code and had to throw all t...
by Terry Kirby
Sun Dec 07, 2003 6:16 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Wheel discussion
Topic: What COLOR should slalom racing wheels be?
Replies: 24
Views: 33585

It doesnt matter. What the other guy is riding is irrelevent. That has been proven many times over. Wheel duro is reletive to riders style, riders skill, and riders weight.
by Terry Kirby
Fri Dec 05, 2003 4:25 am
Forum: RoeRacing
Topic: S-Camber PS
Replies: 35
Views: 52520

Nice, how does it ride? TK
by Terry Kirby
Thu Dec 04, 2003 8:32 pm
Forum: RoeRacing
Topic: S-Camber PS
Replies: 35
Views: 52520

flip your rear wedge around so the fat side faces the rear. TK
by Terry Kirby
Thu Dec 04, 2003 4:56 am
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Truck Discussion
Topic: LAZER TRUCKS
Replies: 21
Views: 25247

Tried em, decent kids truck but pure crap for adult sized racing.
by Terry Kirby
Thu Dec 04, 2003 12:26 am
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: Herr Vaughnster
Replies: 7
Views: 9392

Henry, I thought you were an Ick rider? T
by Terry Kirby
Wed Dec 03, 2003 7:57 pm
Forum: D.C.
Topic: The "Gathering" 2004
Replies: 166
Views: 167864

Joe, The Red Roof may be a bit costlier but consider the benefits. 1 In house crack dealer. You don't have to drive nowhere or nothing. 2 Large assortment of available "ladies" if you have 8 or 9 bucks to spare. (ask noah about this, he had a 300lb rubber fetish queen right next door!) 3 No need for...
by Terry Kirby
Mon Dec 01, 2003 4:04 am
Forum: D.C.
Topic: The "Gathering" 2004
Replies: 166
Views: 167864

Right, I also would like some advanced ,timed and organised racing. Initially (correct me if I'm wrong gbj) the G. was meant to be a non competative event where slalomers could get together and discuss rules and format and ride courses. I think now, through the hard work of GBJ, Parsons, LBK, The GA...
by Terry Kirby
Mon Dec 01, 2003 3:40 am
Forum: D.C.
Topic: The "Gathering" 2004
Replies: 166
Views: 167864

Dave, didnt know about the article. I wonder who wrote it, not me. I did see one of the local mad men taking out a zodiac to one of the outer reefs last month. Crazy... Slappy, is it head to head racing you would like to see at the next Gathering? I bet Andy could do it. I travel all the way from NH...
by Terry Kirby
Mon Dec 01, 2003 1:04 am
Forum: D.C.
Topic: The "Gathering" 2004
Replies: 166
Views: 167864

The Gathering site can be plenty challenging. You don't need a steep hill just a good course setter. TK
by Terry Kirby
Sun Nov 30, 2003 7:04 pm
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: Original Supaflex 30" Slalom deck. Indy trucks.
Replies: 3
Views: 3860

Original Supaflex 30" Slalom deck. Indy trucks.

High End French made Supaflex. 8" wide, 3/8" camber.Aluminum skin w/ vert lam / epoxy sandwich .Great Hybrid deck or GS deck for smaller rider. This is the deck John Gilmour got 2nd on in Paris. Set up right with Indy 101's and wedges. Choice of wheels. 150.00 email me at mydogsmind@comcast.net
by Terry Kirby
Sat Nov 29, 2003 11:00 pm
Forum: Tracker
Topic: New Stock Tracker Bushings?
Replies: 13
Views: 16524

WessE, you have taken on a new persona. The no jive talkin , confrontational, new and improved in your face Wess E. I can dig it.

Terence
False E mail address: Hippityhop [AT] underoos [DOT] net
by Terry Kirby
Sat Nov 29, 2003 5:06 am
Forum: Tracker
Topic: New Stock Tracker Bushings?
Replies: 13
Views: 16524

I remember Wes E back before he won the DC slalom series. He used to be such a nice boy...


False E mail address: Hippityhop [AT] underoos [DOT] net
by Terry Kirby
Thu Nov 27, 2003 3:26 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 743005

Nice work Karl, you are a man of action. TK
by Terry Kirby
Wed Nov 26, 2003 11:04 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 743005

Karl, nice to see youre feeling well . Now, about the video. Can you get your mom or dad to drive to over to gilmours with the fire wire thing and FTP adaptor. Tomoorow would be a good day as everyone has it off from work and we can all see the cool new video. Thanks, TK
by Terry Kirby
Wed Nov 26, 2003 10:24 pm
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: Head to head for 12
Replies: 16
Views: 17221

Everything depends on the number of racers. 10 to 15 racers and you can do all kinds of fun stuff. 20 racers and up and you've go to run an organised race. And by race I mean race. Sorry but the practice session/trying new decks and gear session can happen either before or after race day. I know it ...
by Terry Kirby
Wed Nov 26, 2003 3:57 am
Forum: Tracker
Topic: New Stock Tracker Bushings?
Replies: 13
Views: 16524

Wes, try this simple test. Using one hand to secure the deck to which the new trucks are mounted. Take the other hand and using the palm braced against the wheel and wrap your four fingers around the rail of the deck...Now Squeeze. Good... Now take an older and more familiar deck and squeeze those t...
by Terry Kirby
Tue Nov 25, 2003 3:38 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 743005

Jim, John shot some video Sunday. Mabey he could post some up here so others can see the new spot and join us next session. John? Can you do that?
by Terry Kirby
Mon Nov 24, 2003 4:00 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 743005

Another Epic day at the Premier NNE skate camp today. We ran a GS race from the top. Results are as Follows Jim Seiner 1st , Bob Haile 2nd, Bryan "the weasel" 3rd, Glen Chapman 4th, Ben Chapman 5th, Sandy Kirby 6th, TY 7th...Glen can you help me out I can't remember who rounded out the round of 8. T...
by Terry Kirby
Mon Nov 24, 2003 3:41 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Hosting racers
Replies: 7
Views: 6845

JG, I would be happy to supply a ride and a room for 2 or 3 girls from the swiss team. TK
by Terry Kirby
Mon Nov 24, 2003 2:30 am
Forum: RoeRacing
Topic: Unlimited PS
Replies: 35
Views: 45657

Hunter, depends on how tight you want to go. Last year I raced everything on an Unlimited shape and never felt the need for more. If you want true ts the X fire, all round go with the unlimited. TK
by Terry Kirby
Mon Nov 24, 2003 2:17 am
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: Herr Vaughnster
Replies: 7
Views: 9392

That is a HV. Around the time of the first La Costa Arab made a small run in a few sizes and flex's. They were made in the HV snowboard facility I think. They are Arabs shape and design. Olson won that race and a few more on the HV's. I have ridden a couple and they are a nice damp ride with moderat...
by Terry Kirby
Fri Nov 21, 2003 9:30 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 743005

Sunday at 10:30 works for me too. I'll be there.TK
by Terry Kirby
Thu Nov 20, 2003 7:32 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 743005

OK, go ahead and post them.T
by Terry Kirby
Thu Nov 20, 2003 6:21 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 743005

Sunday is best for me though I can make it up around 2pm on Sat. Mabey both days? Jim, I'll email you directions this afternoon.

Glen, you in? You and Jim would be a good race and Matt and Ben another good one. My Bro in law is up for it as well.
IS this the making of a slalom scene!!!
by Terry Kirby
Thu Nov 20, 2003 2:24 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 743005

Lets plan on Sunday 10:30ish. This time bring the weasel. I'll bring extra decks and hopefully Glen and Ben can make it with their friends.

Joe Iac you in? Jim?
by Terry Kirby
Wed Nov 19, 2003 11:14 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: Is a 1977 Santa Cruz John Hutson Graphite Deck off the pace?
Replies: 7
Views: 9439

I forgot to mention Mike Stride of Octane Sports. He should have all the goods you need. TK
by Terry Kirby
Wed Nov 19, 2003 9:00 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: Is a 1977 Santa Cruz John Hutson Graphite Deck off the pace?
Replies: 7
Views: 9439

Roe Racing Unlimited PS . Tracker RT X/ RT S combo. Avalons or Flashbacks in the 84a to 88a range. I believe Daddies board shop ships over the pond as well as Toy and Sport in Colorado. Wedge both front and rear with fat side toward the rear. TK
by Terry Kirby
Mon Nov 17, 2003 3:52 am
Forum: RoeRacing
Topic: The New line
Replies: 26
Views: 35133

JG was wondering if there was a more narrow S camber than the two we had out today. There is . The Cut away tail model is more narrow than the fuller shaped cross fires. TK
by Terry Kirby
Mon Nov 17, 2003 3:37 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 743005

This is Glen C's practice spot. 40 mins from the NH seacoast and 40 min from Boston. We had about 6 newbies stoked on racing today, Gilmour filmed with his insane new camera. This place is the best all around practice spot I've ever ridden at. No hassels, killer surface ,fast pitch. Parking, no cars...
by Terry Kirby
Sun Nov 16, 2003 1:05 am
Forum: Down South
Topic: Southern Culture On The Skids
Replies: 345
Views: 405808

Tway, how come you and that guy are holding hands ?
by Terry Kirby
Sat Nov 15, 2003 3:47 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 743005

Ma, NH, training days.

We will be setting up a timer in Gloucester Ma tomorrow. Jon Gilmour Pro Racer may be there to give tips and talk racing. Call TK @ 603 235 6429 for info.
by Terry Kirby
Fri Nov 14, 2003 11:13 pm
Forum: D.C.
Topic: DC Crew Road Trip: "NJ Fall Jam" Sat 11/15/03
Replies: 15
Views: 13879

Wes, think you can convice all of your dc homies to do a NH road trip for the next rye airfield park slalom event? TK
by Terry Kirby
Wed Nov 12, 2003 4:10 am
Forum: RoeRacing
Topic: The New line
Replies: 26
Views: 35133

Dan, get a PS Unlimited in a stiff flex if you want it for a ts deck. For hybrid or GS go with the stock flex. The X Fire is a winner. Everyone who has one loves it. Roes tend to run stiffer in flex than most brands so a med is really like a med stiff. I have the x fire and its a really good functio...
by Terry Kirby
Tue Nov 11, 2003 5:24 am
Forum: RoeRacing
Topic: The New line
Replies: 26
Views: 35133

Dan how much do you weigh? What type of courses do you want the deck for? Are you a pumper or a steerer?
by Terry Kirby
Sat Nov 08, 2003 5:48 am
Forum: RoeRacing
Topic: S-Camber PS
Replies: 35
Views: 52520

If you want the traction of an offset, PVD or Custom truck but dont want to spend the extra cash this deck is for you. The S shape was originally concieved by Henry Hester and Bob Skolberg with camber under the front foot and rocker under the rear. This combination provides insane traction with stoc...
by Terry Kirby
Thu Oct 30, 2003 11:50 pm
Forum: RoeRacing
Topic: The New line
Replies: 26
Views: 35133

I'm 190 and ride the Crossfire(mini bullet) in a stiff lay up. The board works best in flat to Low pitch courses that are anywhere from 5 foot on center with slight offset to 6 and 7 on center with a foot of offset. Also works very well in steep pitch ts and hybred so long as there are no crazy offs...
by Terry Kirby
Wed Oct 29, 2003 1:51 am
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: Jani, please tell us about your S Camber boards!
Replies: 30
Views: 36997

I'm getting one built with normal Carbon Fibre lay up and one with out any carbon just glass. (JG suggested this) . I'll let you know whats up. Should be done soon. T
by Terry Kirby
Mon Oct 27, 2003 6:03 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: Jani, please tell us about your S Camber boards!
Replies: 30
Views: 36997

Youre right in there . The med stiff in the Roes is what I've been riding and seems to work for me. I think that would be a perfect flex for you. T
by Terry Kirby
Mon Oct 27, 2003 4:05 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: Jani, please tell us about your S Camber boards!
Replies: 30
Views: 36997

Tod, I'm a little guy. 5'9" . T
by Terry Kirby
Mon Oct 27, 2003 5:03 am
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: Jani, please tell us about your S Camber boards!
Replies: 30
Views: 36997

I've given up on Jani replying to this one. I do know I'll be doing my own research as soon as I get mine from Gareth. TK
by Terry Kirby
Sun Oct 26, 2003 4:46 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Truck Discussion
Topic: GUS Racing Trucks: Made in Japan
Replies: 6
Views: 7961

Mike, are you sponsored by Gus now?
by Terry Kirby
Sun Oct 26, 2003 12:20 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: New England Striper Fishing
Replies: 20
Views: 17489

Troy, that is outright mannish. Big big fish. Nice work. The fact that you did it on a fly is all the more. Eels and 40 lb test is one thing but fly fishing is the real deal. I tip my hat to you sir.

PS Two guys HAND CAUGHT a Tuna 140lbs. in the Surf by my house. Strange dAYS
by Terry Kirby
Sat Oct 25, 2003 9:38 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: [FCR 2003] 2003 Worlds
Replies: 44
Views: 84337

Corky, you write the best damn slalom story anywhere. TK
by Terry Kirby
Sat Oct 25, 2003 9:27 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Hardboot carving vs Slalom racing in Europe.
Replies: 28
Views: 22664

Conflict...CMC says lose the step in. JG says keep the step in. What do I do, who do I listen to!!! Lets see, JG usually favors highly complicated , expensive gagets. His style on a skateboard is also complex. Form must be perfect to be effective. JG loves cutting edge stuff especially if it goes fa...
by Terry Kirby
Sat Oct 25, 2003 2:23 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Hardboot carving vs Slalom racing in Europe.
Replies: 28
Views: 22664

CMC, how does one go about converting the 03' step in Catek to the bail catek? TK