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by Chris Eggers
Fri Jan 17, 2003 10:54 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: New Job
Replies: 11
Views: 10053

Congrats on the new job Mr. H.!

Did you know Osiris Germany sponsored the best concrete Skatepark in Germany? It is located in Ravensburg and built by Bowl Construction (www.bowl.ch) and it is perfect!
by Chris Eggers
Wed Jan 15, 2003 1:04 pm
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: HisStory [skate - surf - soar - fish]
Replies: 2
Views: 3798

Great site Adam!
I haven´t read everything but bookmarked it, so I will return from time to time to read it all! Nice photos too!
Especially liked those powder shots from Utah and the fullpipes!
by Chris Eggers
Mon Jan 13, 2003 7:52 am
Forum: Racer Profiles
Topic: Soderhall, Jani - Sweden
Replies: 3
Views: 9706

John Gilmour wrote:Would having a few USA slalom legends attend help European attendance at a slalom race?
John, we would be happy to have "USA slalom legends" attend races in Europe, but I am sure we will race no matter if there will be an American participation or not.
by Chris Eggers
Sun Jan 12, 2003 5:00 pm
Forum: Switzerland
Topic: [2002] Tunnel Race Report and Photos
Replies: 0
Views: 4735

[2002] Tunnel Race Report and Photos

Here it is finally, it took a while as always:

http://www.sk8mag.de/contests/kreuzlingen02/
by Chris Eggers
Sun Jan 12, 2003 4:55 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Who is open, who is pro?
Replies: 59
Views: 54008

I remember when I beat Floyd Reid in the Open quali at Avila he entered the Pro Quali afterwards....
by Chris Eggers
Sat Jan 11, 2003 12:08 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Who is open, who is pro?
Replies: 59
Views: 54008

What about this:

Having EVERYONE have two qualifying runs, best one counts. The first 32 are group A the next 32 are group B (if there are enough) and then group A goes head to head and groub B goes head to head and boom we have an A and a B group winner seperated by ability (fastness)
by Chris Eggers
Sat Jan 11, 2003 12:03 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Who is open, who is pro?
Replies: 59
Views: 54008

Andy wrote: Actually... it just occurred to me that there could be an amateur "open" class, where top-level amateur riders from all age groups could compete against each other. In that regard, FCR's use of the term suddenly makes sense - yes, but FCR had both, Open and Juniors.....so what... difficu...
by Chris Eggers
Sat Jan 11, 2003 12:00 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Who is open, who is pro?
Replies: 59
Views: 54008

Thanks Adam.

So, whats your opinion on this, I am sitting here with a glass of red wine and snow outside at 12 p.m. and think of warm slalomweather, so I want to read about it.
by Chris Eggers
Fri Jan 10, 2003 11:49 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: 100-cone slalom course
Replies: 122
Views: 126056

I just heard we may have a side event of a 100 cone course at Grueningen for whoever still has power to go for it after the race, so show up and lets try.
by Chris Eggers
Fri Jan 10, 2003 11:44 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Who is open, who is pro?
Replies: 59
Views: 54008

Thanks Andy very interesting, is the FCR and USSF thinking about going on with last seasons classes? Then another question comes to my mind: is a categorization by age better? And what should be the stages 16 and younger and 16 and up or something else? .... hm , I always have to edit....have to get...
by Chris Eggers
Fri Jan 10, 2003 10:57 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Who is open, who is pro?
Replies: 59
Views: 54008

I just thought of a topic we should really discuss seriously and I think this is really important. Who is open and who is pro and who is qualified to determine this if there is some sort of controversy? I am refering to the FCR categorization here as we only had categories seperated by age in Europe...
by Chris Eggers
Thu Jan 09, 2003 10:42 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Skyhooks: Cheating or not?
Replies: 15
Views: 24371

foot stuck in mouth? hmm your still quite bendable in yer age Arab, I cannot do this anymore...... Quite honest I almost crashed in Attilas garage when I tried his board with the block, I am a mongo pusher too, so this does not help. I use pizza grip like belt sander tape on my boards though, that h...
by Chris Eggers
Thu Jan 09, 2003 9:11 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Skyhooks: Cheating or not?
Replies: 15
Views: 24371

I also have been standing on Attilas board and the toe block really scared me, so I do not see it as an actual cheat. If someone has a problem with a slipping front foot and feels like he needs a block it is alright for me, I would just feel like I would cheat myself, because somehow I think I shoul...
by Chris Eggers
Tue Jan 07, 2003 7:25 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: My Son
Replies: 26
Views: 25405

I am thinking of you and your son!

Good luck!
by Chris Eggers
Tue Jan 07, 2003 7:12 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Wanted! Skoldberg and Sweeny
Replies: 9
Views: 8795

Ask Chris Linford about Sweeney, he will know.
by Chris Eggers
Thu Jan 02, 2003 3:21 pm
Forum: Switzerland
Topic: Parallelslalom Race Grueningen, Schweiz 21./22. Juni 2003
Replies: 70
Views: 87400

I just deleted my own post with my answer to Michael....urgh computers....hate it, need it. Anyway who has certain plans to come? I heard of the enlish dudes, Michael, Paul, ED. Jani and Hans, Mr. Dong, JG, Howard Gordon, Attila, Carrascos (several?).....any one else? Sharon? Ok a little early, but ...
by Chris Eggers
Mon Dec 30, 2002 1:29 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Personal slalom goals for 2003
Replies: 33
Views: 28634

My personal slalom goals for 2003:

1. get faster
2. go to all European Races
3. get my arm movement right
4. get better at GS
5. host a race somewhere
6. get as many people on a slalomboard as possible
7. not get hurt
8. find a sponsor for the trip to America

What are yours?
by Chris Eggers
Mon Dec 30, 2002 9:48 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: Speed [off topic]
Replies: 36
Views: 37673

I once heard that some airbags go off when photographed with a digi cam, so that would make a great photo, Adam!

Drive safely, we need you!

Chris
by Chris Eggers
Fri Dec 27, 2002 12:30 pm
Forum: Germany
Topic: [2002] Frohe Weihnachten
Replies: 2
Views: 4505

Yes Jani, it was great to finally meet you twice this year and I hope we meet in Paris later in the year (hint!hint!hint!) 2003. The last few times when I got to skate I watched my footage of your runs before and tried to involve your technique into my style...I want to see if it works in a race sit...
by Chris Eggers
Mon Dec 23, 2002 3:03 pm
Forum: Germany
Topic: [2002] Frohe Weihnachten
Replies: 2
Views: 4505

[2002] Frohe Weihnachten

Frohe Weihnachten und ein friedliches 2003 an alle!

Merry Christmas and a peacefull 2003 to everyone!

Lasst uns das Jahr 2003 zum Slalomjahr machen!

Lets make 2003 the year of Slalom!

Chris
by Chris Eggers
Fri Dec 20, 2002 10:47 am
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: How much flex and/or camber; what are your thoughts?
Replies: 7
Views: 8524

Thats a tough one Glenn....I haven´t had too many slalomboards, but what I know as of now, I do not like my boards too stiff. I noticed the tendency for front foot slippage is bigger in my case if the board is too stiff. That probably is because when the board flexes beyond the camber it creates som...
by Chris Eggers
Thu Dec 19, 2002 9:51 am
Forum: Switzerland
Topic: Parallelslalom Race Grueningen, Schweiz 21./22. Juni 2003
Replies: 70
Views: 87400

If you want to have a little view of the race site you can check the report on http://www.sk8mag.de from 2002

go to:

http://www.sk8mag.de/contests/grueningen02/


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by Chris Eggers
Mon Dec 16, 2002 12:10 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Session reports
Replies: 0
Views: 2045

I want to hear session reports here. Just tell us about your latest session. I had the chance to skate for two hours with George on saturday. He tested a Comet I brought with me for him from the States and he was amazed. Up to now he had skated on my decks and his cut out snowboard with Kryptonics a...
by Chris Eggers
Fri Dec 13, 2002 1:34 pm
Forum: California
Topic: My first race... [Race Results]
Replies: 10
Views: 10350

Sarcasm, I hear you knocking...hahaha, man my legs almost fell off this morning when I rode to work on my bike . This iceboard was actually invented many years ago....I remember a picture in Skateboarder........ On 2002-12-12 11:43, Glenn S wrote: Chris, How bout inventing a slalom iceboard? Glenn <...
by Chris Eggers
Thu Dec 12, 2002 11:53 am
Forum: California
Topic: My first race... [Race Results]
Replies: 10
Views: 10350

The course I rode there was set by Attila, I think it was tighter.

Oh man how do I like that blue sky in the photos......and shorts and t-shirts, we are freezing over here..ice rain today.
by Chris Eggers
Thu Dec 12, 2002 10:58 am
Forum: California
Topic: My first race... [Race Results]
Replies: 10
Views: 10350

Great pic Glen,

the course looks wider than the one I raced there in October. Can you tell what the cone distance was?
by Chris Eggers
Wed Dec 11, 2002 1:47 pm
Forum: Switzerland
Topic: Parallelslalom Race Grueningen, Schweiz 21./22. Juni 2003
Replies: 70
Views: 87400

Announcement Parallelslalom Contest Grueningen Switzerland This is a pre-announcement for the famous Parallelslalom Race in Grueningen, Switzerland. The race will be held for the fourth time now once again organized by the Youth-Generation Association. The complete Swiss scene will be there as well ...
by Chris Eggers
Wed Dec 11, 2002 1:45 pm
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2003][Announcement] Grueningen Switzerland June 21-22, 2003
Replies: 3
Views: 5209

[2003][Announcement] Grueningen Switzerland June 21-22, 2003

Announcement Parallelslalom Contest Grueningen Switzerland This is a pre-announcement for the famous Parellelslalom Race in Grueningen, Switzerland. The closest airport is Zurich. The race will be held for the fourth time now once again organized by the Youth-Generation Association. The complete Swi...
by Chris Eggers
Wed Dec 11, 2002 8:50 am
Forum: Arena
Topic: using Bike Paths for slalom practice and possibly races
Replies: 2
Views: 6698

I use a bike pass for slalom regularly. What I noticed is that it is important to set the cones in a way that the bikers see them well ahead of their line. My practice hill is quite "hilly" and I set a few cones on top of the hill where I don´t even need them so a biker can see that there is somethi...
by Chris Eggers
Mon Dec 09, 2002 3:23 pm
Forum: California
Topic: My first race... [Race Results]
Replies: 10
Views: 10350

Hey Adam, can you post the results?
by Chris Eggers
Mon Dec 09, 2002 8:07 am
Forum: Off Topic
Topic: "Hardboot/Carve"
Replies: 33
Views: 35196

I sure do, but I do not consider it "training", I just ride, but I think the best way to ride a snowboard being helpful to tight skateboard slalom practice is riding moguls with a soft freestyle board.
by Chris Eggers
Wed Dec 04, 2002 11:15 am
Forum: Arena
Topic: What is the cost and best way to pave/asphalt a good race tr
Replies: 6
Views: 12315

Uh I don´t know. I have just been to Morro Bay. We had about 320 feet in the Tunnel. It seemed allright for me in the tight slalom, but I would have loved to put a few more gates in the giant. It all depends on the grade of downhill though, so I think you cannot tell a perfect overall length. Oh yea...
by Chris Eggers
Wed Dec 04, 2002 10:11 am
Forum: Arena
Topic: What is the cost and best way to pave/asphalt a good race tr
Replies: 6
Views: 12315

I think the best surface is black asphalt. There are different qualities though. I talked to a few city officials and Erwin Rechsteiner from Bowl Construction in Switzerland (www.bowl.ch) about that. The difference is only noticed after a few years when the tar gets washed out and the pepples remain...
by Chris Eggers
Wed Nov 20, 2002 8:52 am
Forum: North America
Topic: [FCR 2002] Morro Bay report and photos on www.sk8mag.de
Replies: 4
Views: 5987

Thanks guys. I will try to return next year. Had so much fun and really really enjoyed my stay and the event.
by Chris Eggers
Tue Nov 19, 2002 3:26 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: [FCR 2002] Morro Bay report and photos on www.sk8mag.de
Replies: 4
Views: 5987

[FCR 2002] Morro Bay report and photos on www.sk8mag.de

it is finally done, here is my report and photos
from Morro Bay on http://www.sk8mag.de:

english version:

http://www.sk8mag.de/contests/morro_bay02/index-en.html

and german version:

http://www.sk8mag.de/contests/morro_bay02/index.html
by Chris Eggers
Mon Nov 04, 2002 3:34 pm
Forum: Sweden
Topic: International Tunnel Slalom Skateboard Championships
Replies: 6
Views: 8030

Jani, you rock!!!!!! Big time! I will, I promise watch the videos over and over and try to learn from you, and when we face again in a match up in the future I will once again try my hardest! It was fun and an honor for me loosing the race against you! What an exciting race yesterday! I hope for mor...
by Chris Eggers
Mon Nov 04, 2002 1:48 pm
Forum: Gates & Course Setting
Topic: cone size norm
Replies: 21
Views: 27554

Uh Uh Uh now I want to put my 2 cents in.....the Airflow cones have a little twitch at the bottom which make them stand better, the Turner cones fall over easier because they do not have that. It doesn´t really matter which ones you choose I think the are equal in quality, but, when practicing, you ...
by Chris Eggers
Mon Nov 04, 2002 11:12 am
Forum: Germany
Topic: Wer fährt denn da ?
Replies: 14
Views: 17128

Schön Schön da passiert ja einiges. Auch wir fahren die Rennen just for fun, aber das Rennfieber kann einem trotzdem ganz schön packen!
Hättest echt im Tunnel sein müssen!

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by Chris Eggers
Mon Nov 04, 2002 10:49 am
Forum: Germany
Topic: Wer fährt denn da ?
Replies: 14
Views: 17128

Sehr cool!
Ich war mal in Berlin bei der Deutschen Meisterschaft ich glaube 1982. In Wilmersdorf im Eisstadion. Die vertramp war super scheisse, das weiss ich noch.

Brauchst du Cones? bekommst du bei Michael Stride, Turner Vertretung UK.

Chris
by Chris Eggers
Mon Nov 04, 2002 9:57 am
Forum: Germany
Topic: Wer fährt denn da ?
Replies: 14
Views: 17128

Hallo Daniel, schön von euch zu hören! Kennst du Mike Ernst? Wenn ja, sag mal hallo von mir und Yoyo! Wir sollten auf jeden Fall in Kontakt bleiben. Am Wochenende war der Tunnelslalom in der Schweiz. Mein Bericht und der von der Weltmeisterschaft in Morro Bay erschein demnächst auf http://www.sk8mag...
by Chris Eggers
Thu Oct 31, 2002 2:54 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: a way to start a "Youth class" for slalom
Replies: 29
Views: 30641

I agree only in parts. For me this defenitely IS Skateboarding. It IS and should always be a part of it. It was the first thing I did when I started in 1976 and it will be the last thing I will be able to do on a skateboard. Why do I think it is skateboarding? Because I am getting fun out of it in m...
by Chris Eggers
Fri Oct 25, 2002 12:17 pm
Forum: Germany
Topic: Wer fährt denn da ?
Replies: 14
Views: 17128

Bitte sollte jemand ausser uns daran interessiert sein die Slalom Sache zu pushen, mailt uns. Falls ihr zum Tunnelrennen geht, sprecht uns an. Danke, chris
by Chris Eggers
Mon Oct 21, 2002 9:12 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2002] Contest announcement: Kreuzlingen, Switzerland
Replies: 5
Views: 6309

Marcus and John, you do not have to pre-register, just show up. You can enter anytime. Maurus asked me to set the courses. The road has a slight pitch to it, probably not too much, since a tunnel is not too steep usually, I think a little less than Morro. The organisers want the Saturday course to b...
by Chris Eggers
Fri Oct 18, 2002 10:42 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2002] Contest announcement: Kreuzlingen, Switzerland
Replies: 5
Views: 6309

I was asked by Maurus to set the course. Will you be there Jani?
Hope to see you again! lets race!

chris
by Chris Eggers
Thu Oct 10, 2002 6:29 am
Forum: Sweden
Topic: FCR World Championships
Replies: 8
Views: 8992

hey jani! i am still at attilas house just fine tuning our boards! see you tomorrow afternoon, we will leave LA at around 8 in the morning! Hope the hotel is allright?
chris
by Chris Eggers
Wed Oct 09, 2002 6:08 pm
Forum: California
Topic: California Slalom Series #4 Results, 10/6/02
Replies: 4
Views: 5760

It was steep. I am not used to steeep slalom hills. We usually ride almost flat spots and are used to pumping. I really had to hold back with that to make the course. The setting was good and tight enough. I had fun and I will try to find a hill like this back home but with a better surface. Thanks ...
by Chris Eggers
Wed Oct 09, 2002 6:02 am
Forum: California
Topic: California Slalom Series #4 Results, 10/6/02
Replies: 4
Views: 5760

I am from Germany, but no problem,,,,,,,;-)
by Chris Eggers
Wed Oct 09, 2002 5:59 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: Euro comps 2003 (schedule and US participation)
Replies: 61
Views: 62951

I will suggest FER to the others on Thursday, great idea Joe! Greeetings from LA, chris
by Chris Eggers
Fri Oct 04, 2002 9:46 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: Euro comps 2003 (schedule and US participation)
Replies: 61
Views: 62951

Hey Joe, a list would be a real good start! As we are all a little older and have professions and families and responsiblities it may be hard to get all of us together at one spot at a certain time, but we should try! I will try to talk to as many Euros as possible while I am in Morro next week and ...
by Chris Eggers
Thu Sep 26, 2002 12:28 pm
Forum: North America
Topic: [FCR 2002] Morro Bay hotel info etc?
Replies: 3
Views: 6053

Adam,

Jani and I are staying at the Best Western Tradewinds on Beach Street in Morro, if you haven´t decided yet.

chris

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