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by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Dec 07, 2009 10:48 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: [2010] Texas Sizzler, March 27-28
Replies: 178
Views: 182621

As he is from South Carolina - Beelzebubba is more on the mark
by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Dec 07, 2009 4:32 pm
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: Another Idea for Race format
Replies: 12
Views: 15879

I am very interested in any new format that speeds the flow of racing, makes it friendlier to the spectator, or more fun for participants. Like WT I'm not sure I get how this works, can you put a face on it and describe it on a hill like Antrim, or is it only suited to a really long hill like pump s...
by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Dec 07, 2009 5:41 am
Forum: ISSA World Ranking
Topic: World rankings: Overall
Replies: 346
Views: 690677

Derek,

Thanks for posting, it's important for Corky to know the new guys care. I'm sure we'll pull this together.

Joe
by Joe Iacovelli
Fri Dec 04, 2009 6:45 pm
Forum: ISSA - Old topics
Topic: time to say goodbye
Replies: 15
Views: 15653

Donald,

Regardless of the election, it doesn't preclude your ability to contribute or hold Brixlegg as the most bad-ass WC ever.

Thanks a lot for getting me involved and then taking your ball and going home.

Stop being a pussy.

Love, Joe
by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Nov 30, 2009 8:07 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: [2010] Texas Sizzler, March 27-28
Replies: 178
Views: 182621

Jourdan,

Excellent. Your method and intent are very well spelled out. I'd like to see more of this in the future from other events.

Joe
by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Nov 30, 2009 5:14 am
Forum: ISSA - Old topics
Topic: [2009] What do you want the ISSA to do or be like?
Replies: 14
Views: 14464

Please keep your thoughts coming. I believe they are very valuable to me or anyone that might get elected to the ISSA BOD.
by Joe Iacovelli
Sat Nov 28, 2009 6:30 pm
Forum: Movies
Topic: new girl in slalom
Replies: 12
Views: 11333

Hey Cool!

What are the spec's? What are you running for a back truck?
by Joe Iacovelli
Fri Nov 13, 2009 9:17 pm
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: cone specs
Replies: 48
Views: 56413

#1 - Donald - YES! That is what I mean. I think I do a medicore to credible job of announcing, but even as the announcers it can be confusing, what are you announcing? "racer A has a .2 sec advantage! he hit one cone and crossed the line ahead of racer B who hit no cones" you still have to wait. It ...
by Joe Iacovelli
Fri Nov 13, 2009 4:39 pm
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: cone specs
Replies: 48
Views: 56413

Donald and Wolfy, I agree. What if the cone count was three. I do a lot of announcing. I can picture announcing "Watch the cones people! 3 is good, 4 is a DQ. He hits 1, 2......" etc. That would work OK, wouldn't it? What do you think Gary? We would actually use cones to our advantage by involving t...
by Joe Iacovelli
Fri Nov 13, 2009 3:04 pm
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: cone specs
Replies: 48
Views: 56413

Gary, I was serious about the jar opener link I sent. Is that not what you meant about neoprene rumbel strips? More like mouse pads? I see value in this, but do not know what spectators will be able to percieve without a taller visual indicator. On Wesley's idea. Does anyone know what a "tip-up" is ...
by Joe Iacovelli
Fri Nov 13, 2009 2:53 pm
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: cone specs
Replies: 48
Views: 56413

Hi Steve, Welcome to the fray. Great ideas. Let's concentrate on on the timing display. I really like this idea and it has been discussed for years. Where do we get it? How do we pay for it? How do we ship it from race to race? ALGE rents them starting at $4500 a day per board and they are not inter...
by Joe Iacovelli
Wed Nov 11, 2009 5:35 am
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: cone specs
Replies: 48
Views: 56413

by Joe Iacovelli
Thu Oct 29, 2009 2:50 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: pumpkin board?
Replies: 8
Views: 10743

SInce you really want to know, no, I don't think it does.

Too narrow
Too much camber
Too long a wheelbase

Joe
by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Oct 26, 2009 11:52 pm
Forum: G.O.G. Trucks
Topic: steal and fake a product
Replies: 31
Views: 34813

now somebody translate to English please, do we have pictures? How can we make sure they don't end up in the US as GOG trucks?
by Joe Iacovelli
Fri Oct 23, 2009 8:17 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: NH Slalom Clinics & Outlaw Series 2009
Replies: 55
Views: 50855

Mig,

Congratulations on finally getting 6"'s

Love you,
Joe
by Joe Iacovelli
Sun Oct 04, 2009 8:25 am
Forum: North America
Topic: United States Pro/Am Slalom Association
Replies: 3
Views: 5026

Ed, *Please read the message below as it is intended, constructively. I really am not looking for you to answer, in fact I prefer you do not. I prefer careful reflection and fully formed ideals and plans. Please take the time to do so.* This is a good start, but still, IMO, just the seeds of an idea...
by Joe Iacovelli
Sun Oct 04, 2009 7:51 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: I'm moving to Rio; Chicago sucks....
Replies: 3
Views: 5698

You are correct sir, I should be there by 5, cell 860xxx593xxx4550
by Joe Iacovelli
Sat Oct 03, 2009 2:16 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: I'm moving to Rio; Chicago sucks....
Replies: 3
Views: 5698

I'm not going to be in Rio next week, but I will be in Chicago. Hanging with CFAV starting about 5 Wednesday or whenever the train from Gary gets in.

You coming?
by Joe Iacovelli
Fri Oct 02, 2009 3:14 am
Forum: 2010 Contest Calendar
Topic: [Closed] 2010 Planning ahead
Replies: 49
Views: 55111

The World Outlaw Championships
(The 10th and FINAL FARM - seriously, we are burning the ramps)
August 5-8th
30 miles north of New York City
Dual, GS, Vintage, Chinese DH <with LeMans start>, Kid's race for CA$H, meals, camping, beer, bands, and 150% more jack-assedry!
by Joe Iacovelli
Thu Oct 01, 2009 3:37 am
Forum: Pavel
Topic: an open letter to red bull
Replies: 13
Views: 12947

When the generator ran out of gas, the blower stopped. So concluding from your post, it wasn't Red Bull's fault but the fault of the person who forgot to refill the generator? rmn Absolutely correct Ramon, but that guy, the one that forgot to put the gas in? He's the Austin TX manager for RedBull.
by Joe Iacovelli
Wed Sep 30, 2009 2:49 am
Forum: Movies
Topic: new girl in slalom
Replies: 12
Views: 11333

COOL!

Instead of pink slips we race for pink boards.
by Joe Iacovelli
Sun Sep 27, 2009 3:58 am
Forum: Movies
Topic: [2009] Antrim Can/Am
Replies: 4
Views: 5671

Nice edit.

Thanks for the Switchback.

You guys have gotten good fast.
by Joe Iacovelli
Fri Sep 25, 2009 4:34 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Slalom in Kiev, Ukraine!
Replies: 3
Views: 4993

Great story Dasha. When is the contest? Can we all come?
by Joe Iacovelli
Tue Sep 15, 2009 5:24 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Antrim Can/Am Sept. 18, 19 & 20, 2009
Replies: 87
Views: 86529

Paul,

Sleeping bag and pillow tucked aside.

Joe
by Joe Iacovelli
Thu Sep 10, 2009 4:30 am
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: [Sold] FS: complete pps
Replies: 4
Views: 4475

What's your paypal?
by Joe Iacovelli
Thu Sep 10, 2009 4:27 am
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: [Sold] FS: complete pps
Replies: 4
Views: 4475

sold
by Joe Iacovelli
Wed Sep 09, 2009 12:48 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Antrim Can/Am Sept. 18, 19 & 20, 2009
Replies: 87
Views: 86529

IF YOU ARE STAYING AT THE MAHARESHI - bring pillow, sheet, blanket, sleeping bag, towel, soap. It's dry and warm, but bare bones so be prepared.
by Joe Iacovelli
Thu Sep 03, 2009 6:29 pm
Forum: Movies
Topic: Drop Teaser
Replies: 8
Views: 8525

Awesome

We need heroes and villians, a story line, something to make it interesting. God knows there is plenty of drama in skateboarding.

What if Dogtown/ZBoys was 1.5 hours of guys skating in pools *boring*


Can't wait to see the whole thing.
by Joe Iacovelli
Tue Sep 01, 2009 4:57 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: Should I do it?
Replies: 5
Views: 7896

+1 for Pierre's advice

I'd be worried about how that deck might splinter as you tried to re-size it.
by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Aug 24, 2009 7:08 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: 2009 Farm 9.0 Videos
Replies: 5
Views: 7509

Thank you Rick for posting Lauren's videos. I'm glad she could come check out our scene.

I may be sentimental, but I like Tway's video best. He's been doing Farm videos for 9 years and really captures the vibe.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NXds42eX6DA
by Joe Iacovelli
Tue Aug 18, 2009 2:46 pm
Forum: ISSA Site administration
Topic: [2009] Front page update
Replies: 2
Views: 5129

Nice job, thank you Jani.
by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Aug 17, 2009 12:25 am
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: Masters category, Merging Pro/Am, Race attendance...
Replies: 42
Views: 42639

Nice post Karl. I agree at this point that it is a personal choice. But it seems kinda inequitable sometimes. In the past if you won amatuer races in 2004, you were racing pro in 2005. That's what Noah and CBark did. It was a matter of honor. Now you can chnge your mind per event? Masters, Pro, Am? ...
by Joe Iacovelli
Fri Aug 07, 2009 10:18 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Antrim Can/Am Sept. 18, 19 & 20, 2009
Replies: 87
Views: 86529

New at Antrim this year! GS with a Banshee Will there be a ramp-start division and a banshee division? More divisions equals more work Rick. If you want to volunteer for something, like Mig did timing all day last year, I'm willing to listen. My idea would be single division with your choice of sta...
by Joe Iacovelli
Fri Aug 07, 2009 2:55 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Antrim Can/Am Sept. 18, 19 & 20, 2009
Replies: 87
Views: 86529

New at Antrim this year!

GS with a Banshee
by Joe Iacovelli
Fri Jul 31, 2009 6:34 am
Forum: New England
Topic: NH Slalom Clinics & Outlaw Series 2009
Replies: 55
Views: 50855

Can we hold the GS on a different hill?
by Joe Iacovelli
Thu Jul 30, 2009 7:55 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: [2009] Farm '09, August 8
Replies: 32
Views: 32983

Will, sign up and paypal link are here http://www.ncdsa.com/contest_registration.asp?ContestID=438 Your entry fee includes beer, food, beer, camping, and beer Bring a tent, a dh board for our DH race, a vintage board for the vintage race, and whatever you have for slalom. We can always loan you out ...
by Joe Iacovelli
Wed Jul 29, 2009 5:41 am
Forum: New England
Topic: [2009] Farm '09, August 8
Replies: 32
Views: 32983

Yep, route 91 to 84.
Will if you can get down towards Brattleboro, Dave's a good guy for a ride.
by Joe Iacovelli
Tue Jul 28, 2009 4:17 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Antrim Can/Am Sept. 18, 19 & 20, 2009
Replies: 87
Views: 86529

WOW

Add pirates to a parade, fireworks, funnel cakes, and groupies and the best race in slalom just got better.

What the hell are we going to do in 2010. Brian, you are just making this tough on yourself.
by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Jul 27, 2009 5:28 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Antrim Can/Am Sept. 18, 19 & 20, 2009
Replies: 87
Views: 86529

*Important Notes on the Racing* The sign up allows you to designate Pro, Open, Masters, Women. My intent is to have a, b, c, d groups in all one OPEN category. We may, MAY use the designations for singling out our fastest racer in a given class. Again please expect our racing in one single class. Ex...
by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Jul 27, 2009 12:21 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Antrim Can/Am Sept. 18, 19 & 20, 2009
Replies: 87
Views: 86529

Thank you Brian, still the best deal in racing.
by Joe Iacovelli
Tue Jul 21, 2009 5:47 pm
Forum: 2009 World Championships - Hood River, OR
Topic: 2009 Worlds Pictures & Video Links
Replies: 7
Views: 10715

Image
by Joe Iacovelli
Tue Jul 21, 2009 1:13 am
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: Masters category, Merging Pro/Am, Race attendance...
Replies: 42
Views: 42639

The only negative point I see by merging Pro and Am is that TS courses won't ever be the same. They'll be superboring for top Pros :( rmn When I raced in Paris (with you) in 2004, they had 5-6 cones that they changed for the Pro or A group, so no need to reset the course, just a couple of key cones...
by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Jul 20, 2009 11:14 pm
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: Masters category, Merging Pro/Am, Race attendance...
Replies: 42
Views: 42639

Thank you Marcus. Great to have perspective from a top racer. At the "open" races here in the east coast, we divide up our big category into 2, 3, 4 groups of 16 by qualifying time. It makes for intersting racing. Last year at Dixie I qualified 15th in the B group and ended up winning, so it gives e...
by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Jul 20, 2009 7:22 pm
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: Masters category, Merging Pro/Am, Race attendance...
Replies: 42
Views: 42639

I think something has to change Jani. The worlds showed some inequities with Ams that have times in the pro category and Masters faster than pros. I believe the racing should be fun and competative. Why else should we do it. As you've pointed out, there is no money in it. I prefer "open" formats whe...
by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Jul 06, 2009 9:19 pm
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: Inflatable arches
Replies: 6
Views: 8913

Jani,

Texas Eddy Martinez got clothes lined by one and has been off his board (and in pain) for about a year and a half.

I'm not sure the ISSA is in the business of banning arches or signage, but promoters should at least know the risk.

Joe
by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Jun 29, 2009 5:13 pm
Forum: Movies
Topic: [2009] go skateboarding day 09 in zürich
Replies: 6
Views: 7003

Great video! Favorite part when the old guy in the tan jacket will not let the young guy pass him. Is that you Chris?
by Joe Iacovelli
Wed Jun 24, 2009 10:20 pm
Forum: Netherlands
Topic: deleting posts
Replies: 6
Views: 8199

HAHAHAHAHA (don't delete me bro)
by Joe Iacovelli
Tue Jun 23, 2009 7:25 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Antrim Can/Am Sept. 18, 19 & 20, 2009
Replies: 87
Views: 86529

yes, Yes, & YES

We should talk. I have a few challenges on how to get everything done that needs doing, but expect that we can do our best to have fun and offer opportunities for everyone to race. I know you'll add to that Dave.
by Joe Iacovelli
Mon Jun 22, 2009 10:04 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Antrim Can/Am Sept. 18, 19 & 20, 2009
Replies: 87
Views: 86529

Thank you Brian & Antrim, still the best deal in skating.

Expect a Friday afternoon/night race like the 100 cone last year, but we are looking to be more inclusive and do something along the lines of a 25/50 cone dragstrip on the side road, perhaps a "one and done" or more if we've got time.
by Joe Iacovelli
Sun Jun 21, 2009 5:44 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: N.H. training/racing hill found!
Replies: 13
Views: 14493

Right on. How about some pics? Is there a run out?