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by Matthew Wilson
Thu Aug 12, 2004 2:50 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

money well spent

Paul,
Isn't slalom stuff just too much fun to buy, though?

Anyway, that storm moving up the coast is not looking all that nice for us this weekend. Cross our fingers and pray we're not going to get rained out.
by Matthew Wilson
Wed Aug 11, 2004 11:47 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

hmmm

I don't have an extra tight deck, but you can definately use mine, Paul. Maybe JG can hook you up with a deck too. I'll shoot him an email. 2pm sounds good to me. Pray it doesn't rain. Friday is going to be wet and Saturday is overcast with 20% chance of showers. That was according to weather.com at...
by Matthew Wilson
Wed Aug 11, 2004 2:32 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

25 years

Well, consider it your Silver Anniversary, Paul ;-)
It would be awesome getting the chance to meet you and skate some cones.

One of us will post directions for you soon.
by Matthew Wilson
Wed Aug 11, 2004 5:38 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Boston Races.
Replies: 24
Views: 26161

dunno

Ben,

I talked with JG about this. He sounded like he wanted to do something, but who knows.
If you find out anything keep us posted.
by Matthew Wilson
Wed Aug 11, 2004 5:36 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

Saturday

I think I can do Saturday. Let's do it. We all need the practice. Those Colorado guys are kicking our butts. Next year, we're ALL qualifying.
by Matthew Wilson
Tue Aug 10, 2004 2:39 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
Replies: 789
Views: 993880

did not

I did? I simply stated taht I have naked pictures of you, Joe. Well, not all naked. And your shirt covers half your butt anyway. So, what are you worried about. In all fairness, I guess you're right. I did kind of start it. So, Joe as an apology, that picture will be...hidden, never to be seen by an...
by Matthew Wilson
Mon Aug 09, 2004 10:59 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: [2004] The Farm 4.0pen
Replies: 40
Views: 46345

wanna take this to the dark side???

Joe,

Are you still tipsy from the party?

oh, and Joe...have some respect--take your future, offensive remarks to the Dark Side. I'll meet you there.
by Matthew Wilson
Mon Aug 09, 2004 9:24 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: [2004] The Farm 4.0pen
Replies: 40
Views: 46345

work must have everyone down....

Well, despite a porr showing on my part the the Farm, this year's race was killer. We all got treated to some fast action in both the hybrid and TS events, where it really looked like everyone--practiced and unpracticed--gave it their all once up on those ramps. BTW, TROY....GREAT job on the ramps. ...
by Matthew Wilson
Thu Aug 05, 2004 5:53 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Long Island NY Slalom
Replies: 117
Views: 146968

some of us may not have a choice

spewing moo goo gai pan is better than blowing general tsao. anyone who wants to join me in the c class or in the DQ section feel free. Christian, I am thinking of packing some beer (but not cheap beer like Budweiser) to chug on while I watch the rest of the race after my disqualification. Not that...
by Matthew Wilson
Wed Aug 04, 2004 10:05 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Long Island NY Slalom
Replies: 117
Views: 146968

ILL

grooooosssss!! Joe spit up his moo goo gai pan!
by Matthew Wilson
Mon Aug 02, 2004 5:16 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: [2004] The Farm 4.0pen
Replies: 40
Views: 46345

SWEET

Those look pretty nifty. Thanks, Troy!!!
by Matthew Wilson
Tue Jul 20, 2004 6:50 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: Any Irish Slalomers???
Replies: 0
Views: 2326

Any Irish Slalomers???

If anyone knows of any slalomers in Ireland (anywhere between Ennis and Killarney) please let me know by Thursday, July 22. I am heading to Ireland on a family trip for a week and I would love to find a reason to bring my skateboard.
by Matthew Wilson
Mon Jul 12, 2004 2:42 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
Replies: 789
Views: 993880

John Gilmour wrote:Nope....self motivated...If it rains out I can keep my streak.
Ahh, so it's all about John! You live with the Weasel and yet he gets no love from the Silver Fox.
by Matthew Wilson
Sat Jul 10, 2004 4:46 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: [2004] The Farm 4.0pen
Replies: 40
Views: 46345

FANTASTIC

Tway, that was great!! Thanks for all the time and energy, buddy.
by Matthew Wilson
Sat Jul 10, 2004 4:38 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
Replies: 789
Views: 993880

You won't have to worry about The Weasel at The Farm...Too bad it will rain all day- both days (The Perfect Storm) - of The Farm- Looks like you guys will be playing pictionary. What are you, a freaking meteorologist now??? How do you know it's going to rain both days? You are a man of many talents...
by Matthew Wilson
Thu Jul 08, 2004 7:52 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
Replies: 789
Views: 993880

Massholes forever

That Weasel kid is fast, no kiddin. But he is still a Masshole. I wish I were 15 years old and could skate everyday. Jim, I am glad to hear you'll be there...tired or not. I am with you, the weasel is <b>wicked</b> fast (see I used some Masshole dialect there). And I too wish that I was 15 and coul...
by Matthew Wilson
Thu Jul 08, 2004 5:22 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
Replies: 789
Views: 993880

Derek Smith wrote: BRING IT! MASSHOLE DOMINATION IS NEAR! THE GLOUCESTER FISHERMAN AWAITS YOUR RETURN, PERFECT STORM RACING RULES YOU!!!!
You da man, Derek. You da man.
by Matthew Wilson
Thu Jul 08, 2004 4:44 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
Replies: 789
Views: 993880

Oh man, I may just race on my park setup to give you pussies a shot in hell at the farm. If I see any of you posers ahead of me at the race you're getting tackled at the finish line. I'm all outfitted with TK's old shit that he broke and glued back together to sell to me, so I'm all set to go. Than...
by Matthew Wilson
Thu Jul 08, 2004 2:39 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
Replies: 789
Views: 993880

Wes is a god.

What happened to " Giving the People What they Want "? Two out of three Farmers prefer a 2-day event over other formats. Especially when Saturday is on Shady lane and Sunday is on Derby hill. Is the one-day format someone's insurance of not being smoked two days in a row? :0 Wes, I have learned not...
by Matthew Wilson
Wed Jul 07, 2004 7:33 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
Replies: 789
Views: 993880

Matt, You are banned from DSOTC for 10 days. No APOLOGIZING on DSOTC. Anger is an energy. Joe Joe, Anger is an energy. But my therapist says that I need to apologize to everyone who I think I've offended in the last 30 days. It's been a daunting task, but I'm almost done. Ya big jerk!! oh, sorry Joe!
by Matthew Wilson
Wed Jul 07, 2004 4:44 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
Replies: 789
Views: 993880

Re: let's skate

Henry Julier wrote:And where was everyone for the July 4th race?
Henry, sorry if my bumper car joke was offensive.

We had company July 4, and by the time I got downtown, everyone was gone. BUMMER.
by Matthew Wilson
Wed Jul 07, 2004 4:55 am
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: Comet Race Narrow (stiff)
Replies: 3
Views: 4158

COMET gone! most likely

Sorry, TK. Mike Stanziale emailed me at around 2 pm. If things fall through with him, I'll get back to you.
by Matthew Wilson
Tue Jul 06, 2004 7:16 pm
Forum: Abec 11
Topic: Grippins
Replies: 19
Views: 26050

available??

Any word on when these wheels will hit the streets officially??

I love Cambrias, but I really do like GREEN wheels.
by Matthew Wilson
Tue Jul 06, 2004 7:10 pm
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: Comet Race Narrow (stiff)
Replies: 3
Views: 4158

Comet Race Narrow (stiff)

I have a used (I bought it new) Comet Race Narrow Stiff flex for sale. I will post pics soon. This was my first slalom deck and is in very good shape. It has just been retaped with that 50 grit stuff--lots of traction for your feet. I am asking $40 (pretty firm) for the deck less shipping. I will co...
by Matthew Wilson
Tue Jul 06, 2004 5:07 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: July Fourth Race Day, 2004
Replies: 11
Views: 11618

NICE

Hey, can this be considered the first East Coast race for teens, by teens?

The pics look great, and it sounds like everyone had a great time.

Wish I could have been there to see the action.

Hope we get to skate soon.
by Matthew Wilson
Thu Jul 01, 2004 11:07 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
Replies: 789
Views: 993880

Joe I on a role..or should I say Joe I has lost a roll

Joe, I forgot to mention this to you last time, but you are looking mighty trim these days. However, I think the young'ns in MA are bit beyond your abilities. So, if humiliation is in your game plan I hope you don't mean through the cones. The man gets in shape, competes in Paris and WHAMMO, he's go...
by Matthew Wilson
Wed Jun 30, 2004 2:50 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Long Island NY Slalom
Replies: 117
Views: 146968

I hear you

Troy, I'm hearing you now. I guess I agree somewhat with what you say. I like to just be able to start doing whatever it is I'm doing without setup too. I will admit that that particular part of slalom is a bit annoying most of the time. That is why we need some of the more patient folks out there t...
by Matthew Wilson
Tue Jun 29, 2004 9:28 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Long Island NY Slalom
Replies: 117
Views: 146968

you guys are gross

Boys (and Girls), let me first say that my use of the word "orgasmic" DID NOT imply the expulsion of any bodily fluids. I am trying to keep this clean here. Troy, if you are calling it quits just because you are lonely, then why didn't you just say so?? I mean you live on an island, right? I think t...
by Matthew Wilson
Tue Jun 29, 2004 4:23 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Long Island NY Slalom
Replies: 117
Views: 146968

huh?

Slalom is work. Plus no one understands it. What the heck is there to understand, Kirbs?? You ride a piece of wood (or fiberglass over foam, or whatever) with wheels as fast as you can through little, itty-bitty cones. Now, if you mean the appeal--that nobody understands what's attractive about the...
by Matthew Wilson
Mon Jun 28, 2004 8:10 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: Long Island NY Slalom
Replies: 117
Views: 146968

love and hate

Troy, Your love/hate relationship with slalom is very interesting. I would encourage you to delve more deeply into your feelings (if you have not already done so) to determine where the frusteration is rooted. Maybe some meditation or prayer can help you. I can refer you to a few places if you'd lik...
by Matthew Wilson
Mon Jun 28, 2004 2:52 pm
Forum: Abec 11
Topic: Grippins
Replies: 19
Views: 26050

what's up with this wheel

What's the low-down on this wheel? Is there going to be another wheel revolution led by green?
by Matthew Wilson
Mon Jun 28, 2004 2:47 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Millennium Park West Roxbury
Replies: 2
Views: 4300

hmmmm

Karl,

NICE! I have never really gotten down to West Roxbury. But that looks like a good spot. Maybe I can go down there with you guys sometime soon.

Great job in scouting out a new locale. You guys rock!
by Matthew Wilson
Mon Jun 28, 2004 2:43 pm
Forum: Media Resources
Topic: CT SKATER GIRLS in the media
Replies: 1
Views: 4458

AWESOME!!

Family Values AND Skateboarding. This is fantastic. The new American role model-family is here.

That's a fantastic article! Thanks for posting that Joe.
by Matthew Wilson
Mon Jun 21, 2004 2:39 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

good times

Well, I missed the good times this weekend. Bummer. But it sounds like everyone had a fantastic time. Great to hear it. So, JG, you're back up and going, huh? Gonna be ready for da Farm? ;-) I did some flatland (Cyber Slalom style) yesterday. I'll tell you, I should NEVER have purchase a Comet Race ...
by Matthew Wilson
Fri Jun 18, 2004 10:30 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

shucks

Can't make it this weekend. I have family in town. I am going to try and get out in the early morn if I can and it's not wet. Have a good time. Though, I really think that the ground is going to be a bit wet for skating. But who knows? Can't wait to skate with you all again soon. CT girls, we need t...
by Matthew Wilson
Tue Jun 15, 2004 9:10 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

hey

Why don't you guys just rub it in a little more!! No, but seriously, have an awesome time tomorrow. I wish I could be there. Being the new guy at work, they like it when I volunteer to work more hours, but are not thrilled when I ask for time off. Gotta pay my dues, I guess. I can hear your wheels r...
by Matthew Wilson
Tue Jun 15, 2004 3:29 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Cellular Phone Advice
Replies: 19
Views: 21446

really?

Keep in mind that most promotions are available to current customers as well, you just have to ask. Whenever I'm on the phone to my carrier, Verizon, I make a point to ask if there are any current promotions that I can get. I've cashed in on a number of great free promotions for minutes and service...
by Matthew Wilson
Mon Jun 14, 2004 11:00 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Cellular Phone Advice
Replies: 19
Views: 21446

Motorola

Wes, I worked on some projects for Motorola in the past and had the chance to "handle" many of their phones. I think that you can't go wrong with them. Expensive Nokia's are pretty good, but a cheap Nokia is WICKED crappy. Sony/Erickson---um, can you say CRAP? As far as service goes...I'm with JG: D...
by Matthew Wilson
Fri Jun 11, 2004 7:27 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

I wish

Hey, all. I am helping my best buddy move on Sunday in Maine. So I will not be able to slalom with you fine people this weekend.

Criddle a cone for me.
by Matthew Wilson
Mon Jun 07, 2004 2:35 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

sorry I missed sny skating

hey, all. Sorry to have missed any slalom or the downhill race in ME. Things got crazy this weekend.

Hope to get out there with you all soon.
by Matthew Wilson
Thu Jun 03, 2004 4:03 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

Saturday looks gorgeous

Hey, anyone up for some skating on Saturday?? The weather looks great. Sunday looks a little sketch in the afternoon.

My new Roe needs some real breaking in. I have only taken it out a couple of time so far. Blame the rain.

Anyway, what do folks think?
by Matthew Wilson
Mon May 31, 2004 3:20 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

sorry I missed it

Hey, dudes and dudettes, Sorry I missed this Saturday with you all. I hope it was awesome. Wish I could have been there. Anyway, I am at work on this Memorial Day. The sun is shining and my deck is at home wishing for concrete. BUMMER!! Have a great Memorial Day, and I hope to catch up with all of y...
by Matthew Wilson
Thu May 20, 2004 4:59 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Learning from the young'ns
Replies: 1
Views: 2697

Learning from the young'ns

I was just checking out <a href="http://www.slalomspot.com" target="_blank">www.slalomspot.com</a> and took a look at their "Learn" section. I noticed a couple of articles, one by JG and another by Ben Chapman. JG's article is interesting and informative. But Ben's article is simply practical--that ...
by Matthew Wilson
Mon May 17, 2004 4:26 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

Thanks for the photos and vids

Hey, thanks, Matt and Karl for posting photos and vids. They are great learning tools.
by Matthew Wilson
Sun May 16, 2004 4:49 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

is there a ringing? Do you hear it?

Thanks everyone for another amazing day of slalom at Magnolia woods. It was a blast....except for the part when I craked my head on the c'ment. Everyone who got bruises today, please raise you hand and be counted. Anyway, thanks again for all those who set courses and for the hardcore competition. H...
by Matthew Wilson
Fri May 14, 2004 6:10 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: sat
Replies: 1
Views: 3927

get with it Joey

Hey, Jo-Jo! Hope you can make it. Are you bringing the kids?
by Matthew Wilson
Fri May 14, 2004 5:18 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

All of my technology is dying

OK, here's the deal: My computer and cell phone just went caput in the last day and a half. I am using a slow laptop for now at home to check my email, but my main machine needs to be replaced. Today my cell phone won't turn on. Not sure if it ever will. So, Henry and Jim (or anybody else)...you won...
by Matthew Wilson
Fri May 14, 2004 4:38 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

50 cones C on C

40 is for wusses! Let's do 50! I wanna work on Saturday.

Henry, can't wait to ride with you.

Karl, just ask JG if you can borrow his car. hehe.

See you all on Saturday,
by Matthew Wilson
Thu May 13, 2004 5:32 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

wAHOO

Saturday sounds fantastic.

Jim, can you still give me a ride?

Henry, are you still coming? We'll figure out a ride for you.
If it's too tight with train stuff, you can always stay the night. Jessa is out of town for the weekend, so you are welcome to stay at my apartment.
by Matthew Wilson
Tue May 11, 2004 6:10 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: Ma, NH, training days.
Replies: 490
Views: 649763

T-Storms

Thunderstorms are heading into the area. The current forecast calls for scattered T-Storms on Saturday, 5/15/04. The rain held off this past Saturday, maybe it will again. Hey, Bryan and Karl....at what time did you catch your train to Gloucester last Saturday? And how did you get to Magnolia from t...