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by Stephen Lavin
Fri May 29, 2009 2:35 am
Forum: Midwest
Topic: Slalom St Louis 2009
Replies: 8
Views: 10209

Winner Pics+

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by Stephen Lavin
Tue May 26, 2009 12:21 am
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: WTS Parting-Out; Wheels & Trucks
Replies: 3
Views: 4338

5/29 update

It's all gone - thanks everybody!

SOLD Lime BZ's
SOLD Pinks
SOLD Randall Baseplates
SOLD Split
SOLD Avilas
SOLD NoSkoolz
SOLD 1 Modded STrack Mid/85mm (went as a pair w/Dart that wasn't listed)
by Stephen Lavin
Mon May 25, 2009 9:34 pm
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: WTS Parting-Out; Wheels & Trucks
Replies: 3
Views: 4338

WTS Parting-Out; Wheels & Trucks

It's all gone - thanks everybody! Buy this stuff. This stuff is absolutely like new - all of it. The Grippins where ridden more than one day (less than one season) but all the rest were one day or one event only. The purple Avilas are a Purple Skunk custom wheel color - they are transluscent 74a. T...
by Stephen Lavin
Mon May 25, 2009 5:50 am
Forum: Midwest
Topic: Slalom St Louis 2009
Replies: 8
Views: 10209

Slalom St Louis 2009

Had a blast. Paul G. thank you for your hospitality; you and Laura were very kind to let us stay at your place. JBH, Goad, Chainsaw, rest of the squad you guys rock thanks for the good times. JBH will post official times from the races but quick view: Saturday GS 1. JBH 2. Paul Graf 3. Stephen Lavin...
by Stephen Lavin
Tue May 12, 2009 10:08 pm
Forum: Pavel
Topic: PAVEL WEBSITE IS ONLINE AGAIN
Replies: 42
Views: 44562

Proud owner of a DK GS. It is a beautiful board. Thanks Cat for getting it to me.
by Stephen Lavin
Sat May 09, 2009 5:48 am
Forum: New England
Topic: NJ OUTLAW SKATE JAM 09: Recession Session
Replies: 73
Views: 68070

Please take good care of Mary tomorrow.
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by Stephen Lavin
Thu May 07, 2009 3:45 pm
Forum: New to slalom skateboarding?
Topic: Newbie...dialing things in......huge progress....i got it
Replies: 29
Views: 31458

LOL, yeah personal preference. Maybe take that stop off until you find the right spot. I do not use them (and no that's not why I suck Floyd) What did I say? I didn't say anything. There was no suck comment. Ombudsman, tell him there was no suck comment. -R Yes, you didn't say anything of the sort ...
by Stephen Lavin
Thu May 07, 2009 3:03 am
Forum: New to slalom skateboarding?
Topic: Newbie...dialing things in......huge progress....i got it
Replies: 29
Views: 31458

I don't de-wedge my trucks at all anymore. Still personal preference on the "too much..." question. The change to harder bushings out back did the job for me. Keep in mind some trucks like the Randalls have much built into the design already. I really think it's better to wedge the front a bit (I do...
by Stephen Lavin
Wed May 06, 2009 11:48 pm
Forum: New to slalom skateboarding?
Topic: Newbie...dialing things in......huge progress....i got it
Replies: 29
Views: 31458

LOL, yeah personal preference. Maybe take that stop off until you find the right spot. I do not use them (and no that's not why I suck Floyd) but I have practiced with a small piece of chalk to mark my foot up front for best angle and placement. That helped me find my spot on a variety of decks - se...
by Stephen Lavin
Wed May 06, 2009 9:13 pm
Forum: New to slalom skateboarding?
Topic: Newbie...dialing things in......huge progress....i got it
Replies: 29
Views: 31458

uh oh, the ombudsman is lurking. May be a dispute looming ;)
by Stephen Lavin
Wed May 06, 2009 3:36 pm
Forum: New to slalom skateboarding?
Topic: Newbie...dialing things in......huge progress....i got it
Replies: 29
Views: 31458

It will not improve the low speed drive IMO. I do think this effect will allow you to "spin-up" faster off a ramp for example. It will add stability and will also help that wheel lifting you've observed. What I was trying to say is with the fore of the board raised compared to aft, (1/4" to 1/2" max...
by Stephen Lavin
Wed May 06, 2009 4:48 am
Forum: New to slalom skateboarding?
Topic: Newbie...dialing things in......huge progress....i got it
Replies: 29
Views: 31458

Nice setup. I would be interested to know how the setup feels if you remove the flat riser in the rear and take that flat riser out of the front too. It will be a little harder to pump from a very slow start but I think you will benefit from the lower set. If you get wheel bite after removing the th...
by Stephen Lavin
Tue May 05, 2009 1:37 pm
Forum: New to slalom skateboarding?
Topic: Newbie...dialing things in......huge progress....i got it
Replies: 29
Views: 31458

"Yes" I think you're right. I have gotten great advice over the last couple years from skaters I really admire. They have all given me similar direction and correction on my rear equipment. The mantra has been to de-wedge 5-10 degrees (for me anyway) assuming there is no make-up for a deck tail, and...
by Stephen Lavin
Tue May 05, 2009 12:21 am
Forum: New to slalom skateboarding?
Topic: Newbie...dialing things in......huge progress....i got it
Replies: 29
Views: 31458

LK; the de-wedge will "deaden" that rear more. Not sure how much you weigh so this info may not be very valuable on this question. I am thinking you are lifting a wheel but not to worry because likely this is happening at very reduced speeds right? Maybe that rear is a bit too high as well. Speed up...
by Stephen Lavin
Tue Apr 21, 2009 3:45 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: How Long Before COMPLETES With One Manufacturer's Name?
Replies: 31
Views: 22074

I may be mistaken (maybe Jack knows) but Bahne did at one time have a deck with Bahne trucks and Bahne wheels. Bahne teamed up with Cadillac bigtime but pretty sure I recall seeing a complete in the day... Maybe those wheels were someone else's and just wore the Bahne label? Even so I think that wou...
by Stephen Lavin
Thu Apr 09, 2009 7:51 pm
Forum: Movies
Topic: Texas sizzler 2009 video
Replies: 6
Views: 6998

A lot of naked, skinny, smiling, guys...
by Stephen Lavin
Mon Apr 06, 2009 9:45 pm
Forum: Down South
Topic: Texas Sizzler, March 28-29, 2009
Replies: 34
Views: 34841

Well, there's a lot more differences between you and JG but we won't go into them now on a well-moderated website where young children and the clergy have access. You are brutal... Nice front page article by the way - thanks for spelling my name right. Like I said JG was being kind but he was also ...
by Stephen Lavin
Mon Apr 06, 2009 3:32 pm
Forum: Down South
Topic: Texas Sizzler, March 28-29, 2009
Replies: 34
Views: 34841

Yeah Rick, stay out of the Masters for a little while. I will have my hands full as it is with CBark, Pirnack, and all the other now aging, slowing, old, pros (you know, the couch crew from COSS) - LOL. If only..., sigh... After seeing John Gilmour at the 2007 (I think it was 2007) US Open in Longmo...
by Stephen Lavin
Wed Apr 01, 2009 9:42 pm
Forum: New to slalom skateboarding?
Topic: foot blocks and such-need advice
Replies: 8
Views: 10744

http://www.sk8kings.com/Merchant2/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=S&Product_Code=SKPPS218&Category_Code=WR Take a look at these wedges that you can lay grip tape over. Will allow for minute corrections in footing on the fly without a "hard stop" like a toe block or rail. Might help you get the f...
by Stephen Lavin
Wed Apr 01, 2009 12:11 am
Forum: North America
Topic: [2009] Texas Sizzler Pics (GS, A group)
Replies: 10
Views: 10715

Stubbs, your photos are awesome. You got some great shots. Thanks!
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by Stephen Lavin
Wed Mar 25, 2009 3:14 pm
Forum: CHIxILL
Topic: Chi+Ill in Batavia
Replies: 5
Views: 8077

Yeah baby..., The Sled will be doing the Sizzler DH Saturday looking for another short board speed run. Midnight's little (curvy) sister is drilled and ready to play.
by Stephen Lavin
Mon Mar 23, 2009 2:49 pm
Forum: ISSA World Ranking
Topic: Wanted: Masters 45 and over birthdates
Replies: 124
Views: 129240

Yeah, this over 45 skater would love to skate with "Pro Masters", I don't care where I place would be an honor just to skate with'em (assuming they'll have us :)).

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by Stephen Lavin
Sun Mar 22, 2009 3:21 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: [2009] 1st Annual Batavia Cone Crusher: Results Unofficial
Replies: 4
Views: 5884

I don't really want to see Lavin's shoes but I do want to see a pic of that hill you found. Quite frankly I'd like to see ANY hill in that part of Illinois :-) It was a knarly little hill. I went down hard after hitting the tape on a lovely man-hole in the run-out... second qualifying round, I knew...
by Stephen Lavin
Sun Mar 22, 2009 3:44 am
Forum: North America
Topic: [2009] 1st Annual Batavia Cone Crusher: Results Unofficial
Replies: 4
Views: 5884

[2009] 1st Annual Batavia Cone Crusher: Results Unofficial

Unofficial results:

Hybrid

JBH
Claude
Tod
by Stephen Lavin
Fri Mar 20, 2009 4:24 am
Forum: ISSA - Old topics
Topic: ISSA Board Announces Joe Iacovelli As Ombudsman
Replies: 14
Views: 15260

Re: Lavin needs to apologize!

Steve, Joe gets this cool title and you bid him Buttwiper as a congratulatory offering? You need to hang around Carrasco more to really learn about beer. Joe, you want good Ale or Stout? LOL! It was a joke carried from Wes's example of don't bitch if beer at the party isn't Heineken but Bud instead...
by Stephen Lavin
Thu Mar 19, 2009 5:04 pm
Forum: Down South
Topic: Texas Sizzler, March 28-29, 2009
Replies: 34
Views: 34841

Marty, did that rate include cigars? Dude, you always get the most rockin' rental deals.

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by Stephen Lavin
Thu Mar 19, 2009 5:01 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: JISSA
Replies: 130
Views: 101688

Yeah, so where do we send the WalMart Budweiser coupon Joe? Also, doesn't the ombudsman position require you to emcee races that you attend? You're also kinda' like an ambassador right? Can you help my cousin with her green card?

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by Stephen Lavin
Wed Mar 18, 2009 4:56 pm
Forum: ISSA - Old topics
Topic: ISSA Board Announces Joe Iacovelli As Ombudsman
Replies: 14
Views: 15260

Now we have to get him a budget so he can properly mediate in the realm and make people "happy". I think a case of Bud is a good start. He's going to need a posse too... Congratulations Joe. You will be a fine Ombudsman. I guess we'll be seeing some guidelines or protocols for proper bitching and bi...
by Stephen Lavin
Tue Mar 17, 2009 10:40 pm
Forum: Midwest
Topic: Race in Batavia Illinois 3/21/2009?
Replies: 36
Views: 32711

Post race Sunday: Stevie can't play - reminded by wife that we have a christening to attend... See you all Saturday and Whatever night festivities we can muster. SundaY is a no-go for me :(

BATAVIA ROCKS!!

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by Stephen Lavin
Mon Mar 16, 2009 11:46 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Stupid Joy...
Replies: 14
Views: 12313

Wesley Tucker wrote:Image

I only post this occasionally to PISS OFF LAVIN.

But, hey, he found ONE. He's good.
I hate you Tucker...
by Stephen Lavin
Mon Mar 16, 2009 12:01 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Stupid Joy...
Replies: 14
Views: 12313

Stupid Joy...

It is a beautiful day today in Mokena Illinois aka center of the cultural universe second only to NYC. I decide to get on a board and ride for the first time since the Dixie Cup. Why not right? There is a local race next week and the sizzler the week after next. Gotta get my legs. I grab some cones ...
by Stephen Lavin
Fri Mar 13, 2009 3:00 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Eagle Scout Slalomers Call Out
Replies: 8
Views: 10856

I only made it to Pheasant. But I had great colors. I don't talk about those experiences...

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by Stephen Lavin
Thu Mar 12, 2009 8:13 pm
Forum: Midwest
Topic: Race in Batavia Illinois 3/21/2009?
Replies: 36
Views: 32711

Robert Sydia wrote:
Rob

Lavin - hope life is treating you good
Rob, thanks and doing well. Look forward to drinking in unusual places with you in the presence of strange women...

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by Stephen Lavin
Wed Mar 11, 2009 12:01 am
Forum: Midwest
Topic: Race in Batavia Illinois 3/21/2009?
Replies: 36
Views: 32711

Jonathan Harms wrote:
Maybe it'll be Megabus, but I'ma try to get there one way or another.
Let me and CFav know if you take the bus. One of us will pick you up. Get Mr. East LA, oops I mean East St Louis (is that really in Illinois??) or aka Paul's butt to the race...

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by Stephen Lavin
Tue Mar 10, 2009 2:03 am
Forum: Midwest
Topic: Race in Batavia Illinois 3/21/2009?
Replies: 36
Views: 32711

Woohoo! Claude would be great to see you! Yes, let's do something Sunday. There is a great skate spot (yes more slalom) out by the arboretum off 88 near Batavia as well. Skate Parks hell I don't know any that's for teenagers ;) Larry's crew will know of skate parks out their way and the one by the l...
by Stephen Lavin
Thu Mar 05, 2009 5:46 pm
Forum: Midwest
Topic: Race in Batavia Illinois 3/21/2009?
Replies: 36
Views: 32711

Thanks Larry. Hey we did not speak last week - let's talk this weekend.

Steep is good, short is good too since I am soooo out of shape :)

Will be there...

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by Stephen Lavin
Thu Mar 05, 2009 4:58 am
Forum: Midwest
Topic: Race in Batavia Illinois 3/21/2009?
Replies: 36
Views: 32711

Kinda' sad your like 8 hours away and this event is 45 mins from my house... thanks Claude for pointing the way.

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by Stephen Lavin
Wed Mar 04, 2009 9:55 pm
Forum: Midwest
Topic: Race in Batavia Illinois 3/21/2009?
Replies: 36
Views: 32711

Race in Batavia Illinois 3/21/2009?

Who is sponsoring or organizing the race on 3/21? I have heard a couple rumors but cannot find any info on times, format, entry, etc. Anybody know what's up? maybe the Chicago Long board guys? Do tell.

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by Stephen Lavin
Tue Mar 03, 2009 4:31 pm
Forum: CHIxILL
Topic: Welcome Peter Metzger to CHIxILL
Replies: 28
Views: 25637

And if you mix sizes, put the smaller wheels in front because they will turn faster/easier - and don't forget to adjust risers so the deck is near level. -Rick Rick is right about the international peeps and the hard wheels front/soft rear. I have to respectfully sneeze on the small wheel front stu...
by Stephen Lavin
Mon Mar 02, 2009 10:10 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: JISSA
Replies: 130
Views: 101688

Joe Iacovelli wrote:who wins the frickin B group at Dixie Cup, baby!
Everybody knows I let you win...

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by Stephen Lavin
Thu Feb 26, 2009 3:05 am
Forum: Down South
Topic: Want to be on TV?
Replies: 16
Views: 16263

...Be brief but clear. Yeah if the reporter looks like they want to by your grass or meth just ask them quickly if they want to buy and then give them a good price. Sorry couldn't help myself. Don't forget ur helmet Karl. Oh, and listen to JBH - he is right most of the time, joking aside. LAVIN
by Stephen Lavin
Wed Feb 25, 2009 12:10 am
Forum: Down South
Topic: Want to be on TV?
Replies: 16
Views: 16263

LOL..., safety gear jackass. Nice Joe, so endearing. Karl, TV adds like 10 to 15Lbs so be carefull skating with all that extra weight ;)

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by Stephen Lavin
Tue Feb 17, 2009 2:55 am
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Bearing discussion
Topic: VXB Bearings
Replies: 2
Views: 5332

Thanks Joe. So you think $10/bearing would be too much for those! JK, take care.

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by Stephen Lavin
Mon Feb 16, 2009 9:18 pm
Forum: AXE - Sk8kings
Topic: Rad Trucks for your AXE Quiver
Replies: 6
Views: 9745

Would it have anything to do with the fact Wes that you're sitting on like $4K in Radikal bushings??? care to free up any!? You know you could supply just about every skater with Rad's bushings this year... I could use some...

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by Stephen Lavin
Mon Feb 16, 2009 8:23 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Bearing discussion
Topic: VXB Bearings
Replies: 2
Views: 5332

VXB Bearings

Has anyone had any experience with VXB bearings in skating or outside of skating? I would be interested to know anyones experience positive, negative, or indifferent to quality. Thanks!

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by Stephen Lavin
Sat Feb 14, 2009 1:47 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Wheel discussion
Topic: what's your GS favorite wheels?
Replies: 11
Views: 13414

Pierre I put these 73mm's on at the Dixie cup for the first time and thought they rocked. I ran them in the hybrid too. Very smooth, very sticky, great wheel I think. I ran purples up front and blues in back at the Dixie GS. http://www.seismicskate.com/products_wheels.html#73mm%20x%2054mm%20Speed%20...
by Stephen Lavin
Thu Feb 12, 2009 3:02 am
Forum: CHIxILL
Topic: Welcome Peter Metzger to CHIxILL
Replies: 28
Views: 25637

Killjoy... ;P
by Stephen Lavin
Thu Feb 12, 2009 2:55 am
Forum: CHIxILL
Topic: Welcome Peter Metzger to CHIxILL
Replies: 28
Views: 25637

Nobody better than Tod to layup and explain the sled. Tod's concept of the sled off the midnight special I think worked really well. You see Tod had this board once... well a Roe S-camber that he liked a whole lot, he let me ride it once... Tod can explain better but I think that Roe was too small b...
by Stephen Lavin
Wed Feb 11, 2009 1:17 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Concern for Integrity: No Prize Money for Winners
Replies: 4
Views: 5202

Concern for Integrity: No Prize Money for Winners

I just read Greg's post in the ISSA logo discussion thread. I had no idea (yeah maybe I'm out of the loop) that there are event winners in collections over podium placements. I never win anything and never expect coin anyway but that's not the point. Podium promises draw riders in many cases. What m...
by Stephen Lavin
Tue Feb 10, 2009 3:27 pm
Forum: CHIxILL
Topic: Welcome Peter Metzger to CHIxILL
Replies: 28
Views: 25637

Larry that would be cool. Southwest flights are $107 one-way currently just FYI. I'm sure we can find him transportation once there and a room to sleep in... Peter is practicing with a CHIxILL Midnight Special and an AXE 1 I dropped off for him. I think he will have a blast if we can get him down th...