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by Eddy Martinez
Mon Oct 20, 2003 3:24 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: More Tight racing in 2003
Replies: 128
Views: 127110

Tight Slalom

I did a story on slalom for the local newspaper on Sunday. The course I set up was not giant or a huge hybrid course. The course consisted of 6 fts,5ft and 5 ft 7 in cones. It seems the more I traveled up the East Coast this year,the more I was exposed to tight slalom. During the photo shoot for the...
by Eddy Martinez
Thu Oct 09, 2003 4:34 am
Forum: North America
Topic: 2003 Georgia Grass Roots Racing
Replies: 57
Views: 58204

John there is allways next year. But trully you missed out bro. The slalom STOKE was very heavy. It was a cool grove,from the moment I arrived at the airport and gave my friend 66 a handshake and a big hug till Sunday morning when I said good bye to my friend GA Tom. So many class acts participated ...
by Eddy Martinez
Thu Oct 09, 2003 4:17 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Quote of the day...
Replies: 88
Views: 110518

Dam and hear Marcos and I thought we could run some cones with TC-Tex Clem. Oh well just when we thought there was another slalom skater in the Lone Star State. I tell you what some people just aint right in the head. Eddy Texas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Mon Sep 29, 2003 3:34 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Rookie Of the Year - 2003
Replies: 12
Views: 10760

Kattie Campbell gets my nomination for the girls. Thanks for the nomination 66. Red Clay ROCKS. Eddy Texas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Mon Sep 29, 2003 6:16 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Rookie Of the Year - 2003
Replies: 12
Views: 10760

Rookie Of the Year - 2003

For Rookie of The Year I nominate Steven Daddow from Australia the dude came over and totally ripped at several slalom contest in our great country. For the Ladies I nominate Lisa Woodward she to a bad fall a Breckenridge recovered from her injuries and ended up getting 4th place at the Worlds this ...
by Eddy Martinez
Thu Sep 18, 2003 5:03 pm
Forum: Gates & Course Setting
Topic: Let's make it tighter
Replies: 119
Views: 140033

I have to agree with Vlad and John on this one. Experience counts. My first race was terrifying for me. But I have kept at this year. Several racers encouraged me to not give up and keep trying at the Luna Slalom Jam,Keith,Vlad,Goad,66,Byrdog,Rogue,GA Tom,John Harms. At the Georgia State Championshi...
by Eddy Martinez
Thu Sep 18, 2003 5:52 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
Replies: 789
Views: 1381038

I would love to make West Virginia,but unfortunately this is our busy season in the ICU. Florida might be a possibility. For now I plan to practice alot harder for 2004 upcoming season. I plan to attack the Luna Slalom Jam with a vengence next year. Eddy Tejas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Tue Sep 16, 2003 4:59 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: "the dark side of the cone"
Replies: 789
Views: 1381038

I prefer Tequila Coralejo Reposado myself. Eddy Texas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Wed Sep 03, 2003 5:34 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: 2003 Georgia Grass Roots Racing
Replies: 57
Views: 58204

Wes-E THE lord Of The Rings stuff was sent by Marcos Soulsby Monroy from Galveston,Texas. The other Texas Outlaw. Wes-E it was great to see you to bro. I swear know one can tweak/assemble a slalom board on site and go faster in the next round than you. It is mind blowing. Eddy Texas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Mon Sep 01, 2003 5:18 am
Forum: North America
Topic: 2003 Georgia Grass Roots Racing
Replies: 57
Views: 58204

Rick Muchas Gracias for putting on a GREAT RACE. I had a blast. I enjoyed picking everyones brain thanks Keith,Brydog, Wes-E,Tom so much slalom imformation to take in. Mississippi crew the force is strong with in you. Wesley T I enjoyed meeting you,love that parallel stance,totally BP. And the next ...
by Eddy Martinez
Tue Aug 26, 2003 11:05 pm
Forum: RoeRacing
Topic: 2003 Cross-Fire (Tight Slalom)
Replies: 23
Views: 29417

Got my Crossfire this morning RT-X front wedged,RT-S Offset back,slight wedge. Cambrias 82-86s. Oust bearings. I went through thoese 5 ft 7 inch cones like a madman. It was like butter. Amazing board very quick,turns on a dime. I highly recommend this board for tight slalom. You Da Man Gareth. Eddy ...
by Eddy Martinez
Tue Aug 26, 2003 6:24 am
Forum: RoeRacing
Topic: Daddies Board Shop
Replies: 2
Views: 5537

Daddies Board shop offers AWESOME service. They are normally closed on Mondays, but I persevered and found Melanie somewhere in Oregon, I explained my situation to her how I needed a Roe Crossfire for the Georgia State Championships. Mainly for the tight slalom. She said no problem and that she woul...
by Eddy Martinez
Tue Aug 26, 2003 3:47 am
Forum: North America
Topic: 2003 Georgia Grass Roots Racing
Replies: 57
Views: 58204

Dudes I feel cool skate vibes in the air. I am still trying to dial in that tight slalom. We will see what the new Roe 28 inch Crossfire will do with a set of Cambrias tommorrow. Looking forward to the Oulaw Race and some good Mexican Food even though I am married to a Canadian and I really enjoy fo...
by Eddy Martinez
Sat Aug 23, 2003 10:53 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: 2003 Georgia Grass Roots Racing
Replies: 57
Views: 58204

Patio that is the fun of slaloming,we are allways tweaking our equipment. Trying different wheel duros. Different bushings. Trimming wheels. Trying to dial in that perfect set-up. I personally feel that I NEED some of those Radikal Trucks. Eddy Texas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Fri Aug 22, 2003 5:01 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: 2003 Georgia Grass Roots Racing
Replies: 57
Views: 58204

Hey buddy dont forget you are buying dinner.Well At least I am not wearing a dress. I am bow legged you know. Mississippi crew care to help me set up a couple of cones,Rick,Cliff,Will J,Josh,buddies,pals,Amigos. Eddy Texas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Thu Aug 21, 2003 9:46 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: 2003 Georgia Grass Roots Racing
Replies: 57
Views: 58204

Okay boys I got that wheel base down to 18.5. Time to go run some 5ft 7 inch cones. That Mississippi crew coming pretty sharp I saw those times you boys posted . But never count out GO GO GOAD AND THE ST Louis Daggers. Eddy Texas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Thu Aug 21, 2003 4:07 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: 2003 Slalom Skateboarder of the Year
Replies: 23
Views: 18883

I nominate Keith ( THE MACHINE ) Hollien from Florida. WHY? The guy has been out there promoting slalom long after slalom took an exteneded nap. Keith was kind enough to give me encouragement after my first contest attempt at the Luna Slalom Jam. He called my house and gave my alot of usefull slalom...
by Eddy Martinez
Thu Aug 21, 2003 12:04 am
Forum: North America
Topic: 2003 Georgia Grass Roots Racing
Replies: 57
Views: 58204

Temperature is in the 90s to 100s here in the Lone Star State. Must get some rest I've got to get out there and practice tommorow. Hey Rick is Tom going to be filming the contest. That would be awesome. Eddy Texas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Tue Aug 19, 2003 4:53 am
Forum: North America
Topic: 2003 Georgia Grass Roots Racing
Replies: 57
Views: 58204

Cnova how is it going bro. Looking forward to the rematch. The force is strong with in this racer. I will be watching you coming off that take off ramp. Have'nt forgotten the header you took on the red lane ramp at ST louis trying to take me out. Lucky for me at the age of 43 I still have cat like m...
by Eddy Martinez
Fri Aug 15, 2003 2:13 am
Forum: North America
Topic: 2003 Georgia Grass Roots Racing
Replies: 57
Views: 58204

Will J here is hoping you get to hang around for the festivities bro. You definately one of the up and coming Mississippi riders. Wouldnt be the same with out you. Eddy Texas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Thu Aug 14, 2003 6:52 am
Forum: Abec 11
Topic: Flashbacks or stingers
Replies: 6
Views: 10996

I have been experimenting with the Abec 11 Flashbacks using different duros. 92-88s,88-84s one thing I have noticed is that I can control a slide alot easier on these wheels. Very predictable wheels. After watching the Florida crew and the ST Louis crew tear it up with these wheels the evidence is q...
by Eddy Martinez
Mon Aug 11, 2003 6:03 am
Forum: Down South
Topic: The Varsity
Replies: 9
Views: 9844

Maybe the mystery rider is Eric Groff or is it the Nature boy himself Kenny Mollica or the Legendary Chris Chaput. Curses who are you. Dam you Mystery rider Dam you. Your Identity will be revealed in 20 days and counting. Eddy Texas Outlaw
by Eddy Martinez
Sun Aug 10, 2003 6:04 am
Forum: New to slalom skateboarding?
Topic: Deck types
Replies: 6
Views: 7834

Shane I also live in an area where there are alot of kickflippers and surfers. I pretty much slalom alone down on a bike trail and some downhill farmroads. I own a Turner GS Hybrid,Turner Fullnose,Pocket Pistol 32 inch deck,Pocket Pistol Brown Bomber and a Ick Stick GS Carrera. Each board has its ow...
by Eddy Martinez
Tue Aug 05, 2003 4:52 am
Forum: Pocket Pistol
Topic: Got My Stealth
Replies: 6
Views: 10457

Pelle I have to agree with you I also bought a Brown Bomber Pocket Pistol. The board is definately very fast. I have been using it on tight slalom. AYE CARAMBA ES MUY CALIENTE. Eddy Texas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Tue Aug 05, 2003 4:39 am
Forum: North America
Topic: 2003 Georgia Grass Roots Racing
Replies: 57
Views: 58204

Rick I got my plane ticket today. Looking forward to racing in Georgia. Cnova bring it on big boy. Round 2 the saga continues. Any chance that the Outlaw Race on Friday night will be cyber slalom? Eddy Texas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Wed Jul 30, 2003 6:29 am
Forum: Hardware & Bushings
Topic: TnR Designs foot stop
Replies: 23
Views: 37300

Shaun try using some l-wedges,you can pick them up at your local hardware store. I took mine to a machine shop and had the edges rounded out. Eddy Texas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Tue Jul 22, 2003 12:46 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: The Double standard
Replies: 42
Views: 39056

When competing in a Grassroots event who exactly am I competing against? A mixture of Pros and Amatures. I understand that I must pay my dues. My goal this year is to gain experience and not to D/Q. Should Grassroots events have an Open Class for up and coming racers. Only because some of the Pros c...
by Eddy Martinez
Tue Jul 15, 2003 5:42 am
Forum: Hardware & Bushings
Topic: Foot Block
Replies: 13
Views: 20338

Thanks for the response guys,and I will make sure those laces on my VANS are tied securely. Eddy Texas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Fri Jul 11, 2003 7:11 am
Forum: Hardware & Bushings
Topic: Foot Block
Replies: 13
Views: 20338

Adam I recently started using foot blocks on my boards,nothing fancy some L-wedges I bought at the hardware store. I really am able to pump my board alot harder and I know that my front foot is secure and is not going to slip. As far as you know are foot blocks legal in contest. Eddy TEXAS OUTLAW.
by Eddy Martinez
Tue Jun 17, 2003 6:24 am
Forum: Abec 11
Topic: Flashbacks or stingers
Replies: 6
Views: 10996

Just recieved my 92-88s Flashbacks. Will ride them in the morning. I have a feeling they are going to be fast. Must go faster. Eddy Texas Outlaw
by Eddy Martinez
Mon Jun 02, 2003 12:31 pm
Forum: Abec 11
Topic: Flashbacks or stingers
Replies: 6
Views: 10996

I recently returned from the ST louis 100 cone race I believe the top 5 or 6 racers were riding Flashbacks. Time for me to get myself some more green wheels,had a set of 75 flashbacks very slow but nice grip. Will try a harder duro. Eddy TEXAS OUTLAW
by Eddy Martinez
Mon May 26, 2003 3:39 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: John Gilmours Begineer Slalom Courses
Replies: 36
Views: 32922

My question was answered at the 100 cone race in St Louis. I was having trouble making the course at bottom. I mentioned this to Ricky Byrd. He told me he was going to shorten his wheelbase on his Pocket Pistol. I decided to do the same to my Pocket Pistol. BADAHBING. I made the course. I had a biga...
by Eddy Martinez
Mon May 12, 2003 4:26 am
Forum: Seismic / 3dm
Topic: Milled Avalons
Replies: 3
Views: 8025

I witnessed psychovlad riding trimmed Avalons at the Luna Slalom Jam. The dude flew by like a bat out of hell. Maybe he knows something we dont. Didnt Chicken also ride trimmed Avalons at his win at the World Championships. Eddy Texas Outlaw Martinez
by Eddy Martinez
Mon May 12, 2003 4:16 am
Forum: Independent
Topic: Indy Offsets by www.pocketpistolskates.com
Replies: 13
Views: 20165

I also ordered an Indy 101 offset from Chicken should arrive next week. I also have an Indy 101 that was offset by Geezer-x it is very burly and strong looking and it grips the road very well. I am sending Geezer-x an RT-S to be offset by him it is much cheaper than buying the Red Tracker offset ver...
by Eddy Martinez
Sat Apr 05, 2003 6:22 am
Forum: Ick
Topic: Ick is one of the best
Replies: 18
Views: 26742

I recieved my GS Carrera today. The board is awesome. I was totally stoked that Rick took the time to call me and keep me up to date on the progress of the board as it was being built.I think there is room in my collection of slalom quivers for another ICK STICK. Eddy Texas Outlaw Martinez
by Eddy Martinez
Wed Mar 12, 2003 6:06 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: John Gilmours Begineer Slalom Courses
Replies: 36
Views: 32922

Is a board with a shorter wheelbase easier to pump,than a board with a longer wheelbase. Eddy Martinez TEXAS OUTLAW
by Eddy Martinez
Mon Feb 17, 2003 4:56 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: John Gilmours Begineer Slalom Courses
Replies: 36
Views: 32922

As a newbie I dont get to meet many slalom skaters in these parts of Texas. Today my friend Marcos Soulsby Monroy came down from Galveston to practice. This dude is fast and knows how to pump his board. Just from watching him shoot through the cones I learned how to pump my board or the evolution of...
by Eddy Martinez
Fri Feb 14, 2003 4:58 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: John Gilmours Begineer Slalom Courses
Replies: 36
Views: 32922

Do the pros run new bearings and new wheels the day of the race. Do racers have certain rituals the perform prior to the race. Eddy Martinez,Texas Outlaw.
by Eddy Martinez
Fri Feb 07, 2003 5:47 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: John Gilmours Begineer Slalom Courses
Replies: 36
Views: 32922

I plan to race in an FCR race this year in the Open class. What type of offsets will I be facing. When I set up my practice courses I run 8 to 12 foot cones with 1 to 2 feet offset. I add Gillmourian curves to them as well. I also add 6 feet cones as well. I try to run straight cones as well as hybr...
by Eddy Martinez
Mon Feb 03, 2003 5:25 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Slalom was hijacked...........
Replies: 66
Views: 64325

I recently have been looking up my old high school friends I used to skate with. Most of them are married with kids,some of them look like they have been on a pizza and beer diet for the last 24 years. Most of them think I am inmature because I still skateboard. I have offered them to come out and r...
by Eddy Martinez
Sat Jan 25, 2003 5:44 am
Forum: Tracker
Topic: Production Tracker Offsets
Replies: 2
Views: 6266

Paul I recieved an email from Tracker Trucks. According to Buddy Carr the offsets should be released by the second week of Feb. They will be available in both RTX and RTS versions. I plan to buy a pair. Eddy Martinez,TEXAS OUTLAW.
by Eddy Martinez
Thu Jan 16, 2003 5:17 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: How We Can Get More Races Going...
Replies: 28
Views: 21845

I was fortunate to meet Marcos Soulsby Monroy from Galveston this last weekend. He heads the Grassrootslalom there. Unfortunately we did not get to run any cones due to the rain. So far he and I are the only two slalom skaters in Texas. Or so it seems. If there are more who knows were they are. Marc...
by Eddy Martinez
Thu Jan 16, 2003 5:17 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: How We Can Get More Races Going...
Replies: 28
Views: 21845

I was fortunate to meet Marcos Soulsby Monroy from Galveston this last weekend. He heads the Grassrootslalom there. Unfortunately we did not get to run any cones due to the rain. So far he and I are the only two slalom skaters in Texas. Or so it seems. If there are more who knows were they are. Marc...
by Eddy Martinez
Thu Jan 16, 2003 5:17 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: How We Can Get More Races Going...
Replies: 28
Views: 21845

I was fortunate to meet Marcos Soulsby Monroy from Galveston this last weekend. He heads the Grassrootslalom there. Unfortunately we did not get to run any cones due to the rain. So far he and I are the only two slalom skaters in Texas. Or so it seems. If there are more who knows were they are. Marc...
by Eddy Martinez
Thu Jan 16, 2003 1:08 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Raised Heel??
Replies: 8
Views: 6961

I was watching Kenny Mollicas La Costa 2001 DVD. It has vintage 70s footage of Henry Hester,Bobby Piercy,Danny Trailer and a DOGTOWNER know as Stacy Peralta. Stacy is cutting through the cones with his heel raised. Another DOGTOWN influence perhaps ? Eddy Martinez,TEXAS OUTLAW
by Eddy Martinez
Sat Jan 11, 2003 4:05 am
Forum: Oust
Topic: ...straight out of the box!
Replies: 20
Views: 28216

I had a lengthy conversation over the phone with Carl from Oust bearings last week. He imformed me that Oust bearings are made in the USA and not in China like most bearings. And that he spent years perfecting this product. I ordered a set of Moc 9 Airr bearings. I tell you what I am as happy as a t...
by Eddy Martinez
Sat Jan 11, 2003 3:46 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Who has the coolest picture.
Replies: 29
Views: 27084

#1 RENE # 2 HENRY HESTER # 3 WESLEY T. Eddy Martinez,TEXAS OUTLAW
by Eddy Martinez
Fri Jan 10, 2003 10:10 pm
Forum: Independent
Topic: I've been told that Indy 101's are discontinued, is this tru
Replies: 1
Views: 5869

I was fortunate to find some Indy 101 trucks at Longskate.com. I spoke to Craig and he said they had plenty in stock. I had also heard that Indy 101s had been discontinued and numerous dealers have also told me that they have been discontinued. Eddy Martinez TEXAS OUTLAW
by Eddy Martinez
Wed Jan 01, 2003 6:29 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: A happy 2003 to all of you...
Replies: 2
Views: 3324

Adam here is hoping you and your family have a happy New Year. Here is hoping I get to race against you in the near future. Eddy Martinez. TEXAS OUTLAW.
by Eddy Martinez
Wed Jan 01, 2003 6:18 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Personal slalom goals for 2003
Replies: 33
Views: 28995

1Race in Mississippi and Catalina this year.2 Get down to 195lbs. 3 Get one of those little picture thingys next to my name also. 4 Get more skaters in TEXAS interested in slalom. Eddy Martinez, TEXAS OUTLAW

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