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by Karl Floitgraf
Fri Mar 09, 2007 11:23 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: The Needham Open 2.0 POSTPONED TO SUNDAY 5/20!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 28
Views: 35394

Not enough momentum in the organizing early enough to get the town to let us shut the road down. We decided rather than push beyond our resources is to get a really good stoke from this race so that in 2008 we can approach the town and get what ever street we want. Sorry guys! We'll do some thinking...
by Karl Floitgraf
Fri Mar 09, 2007 7:01 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: The Needham Open 2.0 POSTPONED TO SUNDAY 5/20!!!!!!!!!!
Replies: 28
Views: 35394

The Needham Open 2.0 POSTPONED TO SUNDAY 5/20!!!!!!!!!!

The Needham High School is one of the first schools in the country to support slalom and to have a student run slalom and longboarding group. We are welcoming all slalomers to the campus again this Saturday May 19th for another push start hybrid slalom skateboard race. Needham Massachusetts is a sub...
by Karl Floitgraf
Fri Mar 09, 2007 5:43 pm
Forum: Europe
Topic: SWEDEN SLALOM WORLD CUP, June 15-17, 2007
Replies: 82
Views: 95039

Can Americans come too?


What's the best way to get from germany (Koblenz Rhein River area) to Gothenburg? Train or are there cheap flights?
by Karl Floitgraf
Fri Mar 09, 2007 1:32 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2007] Hannover Slalom World Cup, June 1-3
Replies: 182
Views: 245540

Plane ticket booked: I am going to try to make it to Paris, Hannover, Amsterdamn and that swedish race the next weekend after. I'll be living in Koblenz in the time between contests. Is there a sign up for this race?
by Karl Floitgraf
Fri Mar 09, 2007 1:23 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2007] Paris Slalom World Cup 2007, May 26-28, 2007
Replies: 276
Views: 336963

I just bought my ticket: you guys let Americans race in this puppy right?? That's okay because on the weekends I pretend to be german.


Where in the heck do you sign up for the race.
by Karl Floitgraf
Wed Mar 07, 2007 7:30 pm
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: To flex or not to flex, that is the question...
Replies: 25
Views: 31686

Thanks for the input. I have a board with flex for GS and a board with no flex for tight- I just can't make up my mind for hybrid... arrrg. I learned to slalom on a Performance series (wood) roe. The problem I had with those boards is that they would actually flex out. When they were new, they were ...
by Karl Floitgraf
Wed Mar 07, 2007 5:23 am
Forum: General Slalom Skateboard Deck Discussion
Topic: To flex or not to flex, that is the question...
Replies: 25
Views: 31686

To flex or not to flex, that is the question...

So I was curious about the recent trend of a lot of people switching to Pavel, skaterbuilt, Fullbag and AXE boards. Less people seem to riding Roe's, PPS or turner style boards where the flex is one of the main design features. I don't want to get into a brand war here just arguing who makes better ...
by Karl Floitgraf
Tue Mar 06, 2007 11:48 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: GS Course Is Too Straight, Loose And Fast: SLALOM ANYWAY!
Replies: 24
Views: 24564

my bag was 49 pounds coming down to TX. won a skaterbuilt and I was on an even 50 coming back.
by Karl Floitgraf
Mon Mar 05, 2007 12:50 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: GS Course Is Too Straight, Loose And Fast: SLALOM ANYWAY!
Replies: 24
Views: 24564

Ride the hill- For the record. MOST PEOPLE LIKED THAT COURSE. It was fuuuun. In case you guys forgot, skateboarding is supposed to be fun. I've skated a lot of courses I didn't like and I've bitched about it. It doesn't do a whole hell of a lot of good. The only thing you can do is hold a race becau...
by Karl Floitgraf
Wed Feb 28, 2007 6:05 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: PASSPORTS REQUIRED IN 2007
Replies: 5
Views: 7150

Ah passports... I got two, one american, one german. Makes customs easier depending where you are.

Just be careful which citizenship you declare when registering for your first race, it'll stick on the world ranking.
by Karl Floitgraf
Wed Feb 28, 2007 6:19 am
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: Wanted Splitfire Pro
Replies: 2
Views: 3403

107mm
by Karl Floitgraf
Tue Feb 27, 2007 6:58 pm
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: Wanted Splitfire Pro
Replies: 2
Views: 3403

Wanted Splitfire Pro

I rode my splitfires in the downhill in texas last weekend, what a rush. I was riding the version with out the bearing in the hanger, which I will continue to ride down big hills. But I really want to upgrade to the pro hanger(the ones WITH THE BEARING). If anybody has one out there that they aren't...
by Karl Floitgraf
Tue Feb 13, 2007 4:57 am
Forum: New England
Topic: 2007 Antrim, NH Race September 22 & 23
Replies: 16
Views: 19753

The race last year in Antrim was incredible. The hill is perfect. The ramps are a piece of master carpentry. I kinda want one for my living room. I have never ever been treated or fed so well by an entire town supporting a skateboard race. Antrim is an example that hopefully more towns all over the ...
by Karl Floitgraf
Tue Feb 13, 2007 3:57 am
Forum: New England
Topic: 2007 North East Race Series
Replies: 10
Views: 11237

I hope that isn't the same dates as the World Championships because I would hate to miss a another great race in Antrim.
by Karl Floitgraf
Thu Feb 08, 2007 9:49 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: JUNIOR AGE
Replies: 12
Views: 13368

Three weeks before my 18th birthday I went to the US Nationals especially just so I could qualify in the Junior division. I got 5th place. I think there were only like 8 juniors racing but it was really important for me to do as it would be the last time I'd be racing as a junior. http://www.slaloms...
by Karl Floitgraf
Sat Jan 13, 2007 9:28 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: worldcupranking.com
Replies: 13
Views: 13048

I checked and it only gave me points for Texas even though I was in Brixlegg and Latvia.
by Karl Floitgraf
Thu Jan 11, 2007 12:49 am
Forum: Skaterbuilt
Topic: Getting my Skaterbuilt dialed in...
Replies: 8
Views: 13102

Yo Eddy thanks for that goody pic. Whatya say TS outlaw outside of Boscos house friday night? Terry, remember the Magnolia woods TS? I didn't ride a course like that for all of 2006. Can't believe I remember how. We should do more of that. See you in Texas Amigos. I'm super stoked about getting a ne...
by Karl Floitgraf
Sun Jan 07, 2007 11:42 pm
Forum: Skaterbuilt
Topic: Getting my Skaterbuilt dialed in...
Replies: 8
Views: 13102

Getting my Skaterbuilt dialed in...

Been riding slalom for what 3, 4 years and I never really considered riding a skaterbuilt before. I basically took the year off doing TS in 2006(shortest board in my quiver was 32''). I had seen masey run Breck in 05 and he's just unreal. I was lucky enough to win one of the Masey TS model boards in...
by Karl Floitgraf
Sun Jan 07, 2007 8:07 pm
Forum: ISSA Rules & Discussion
Topic: GR- 7. PRO/AM
Replies: 8
Views: 8773

I was just curious, how do the points work in a contest like Dafarm or Dixie where everyone qualifies in groups of 16, you get fast amateurs racing in the top division and slower pros running in the B bracket. Does an Amateur in the A group get Pro points, and does the the Pro in the B group get AM ...
by Karl Floitgraf
Tue Jan 02, 2007 6:53 pm
Forum: Canada
Topic: Happy Birthday Claude!
Replies: 9
Views: 10817

Claude,

The question on everyone's mind is how do you do it? You were at every major race I was at except latvia last year and even an outlaw I went to. Your crazy man; because your living the dream! Best wished for another amazing year of racing to you and MB as well.
by Karl Floitgraf
Tue Dec 26, 2006 1:06 am
Forum: AXE - Sk8kings
Topic: Axe I Painted
Replies: 7
Views: 9878

Snoooopy! That's sick dude, great idea.
by Karl Floitgraf
Tue Dec 19, 2006 12:39 am
Forum: New England
Topic: 2007 North East Race Series
Replies: 10
Views: 11237

Shady lane is in New York, remember you got da farm- the mother of all these races. But something in the Albany area would be good too.
by Karl Floitgraf
Mon Dec 18, 2006 5:04 am
Forum: New England
Topic: 2007 North East Race Series
Replies: 10
Views: 11237

2007 North East Race Series

I thought it would be nice if we somehow tried to organize competitions next year, maybe collect points like 2005? What races are deffinate next year? Needham is going to be big this year, possible 2 day event with World Class GS(depending on permits). I'll announce the whole deal in January. May 12...
by Karl Floitgraf
Sun Dec 17, 2006 1:49 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2007] Hannover Slalom World Cup, June 1-3
Replies: 182
Views: 245540

Re: date in hannover

Detlef Rehbock wrote: but maybe if the americans go to paris and after paris to hanover, we will find a way
to have the race on the first weekend in june.

what do the skaters think? remember the party in 2005.
We're trying to make it man! See all you crazy euros next year.
by Karl Floitgraf
Mon Dec 11, 2006 5:03 pm
Forum: Split-Fire
Topic: Upgrades
Replies: 3
Views: 7940

Upgrades

I was wondering do I have to sell my DS 107 in order to buy a splitfire pro or can you upgrade an older truck?
by Karl Floitgraf
Sun Dec 10, 2006 12:35 am
Forum: Timing System
Topic: Is it possible to record raw times on DQ runs?
Replies: 2
Views: 6208

Is it possible to record raw times on DQ runs?

I was just wondering if it is possible when a racer finishes the course but DQs on cones to record that raw time even if it still goes offically as a DQ.


Some of these final rounds are close and when you lose the race just because of that one extra cone it's nice to see how close the race was.
by Karl Floitgraf
Wed Dec 06, 2006 4:18 pm
Forum: Split-Fire
Topic: Splitfire Pro
Replies: 7
Views: 11835

Pat Chewning wrote:
Gary Saenz wrote:I took it out for the first time today. I was able to run 6" cones with it. .
As good as Splitfires might be, I doubt that they allow you to run cones spaced at 6 INCH CENTERS.

-- Pat
Here's the boards you need for 6 inch cones! http://www.techdeck.com/products/extremes/4835.htm
by Karl Floitgraf
Wed Dec 06, 2006 4:10 pm
Forum: G.O.G. Trucks
Topic: updates on availability
Replies: 79
Views: 95014

Is the pivot size different from the proto type to the production line?
by Karl Floitgraf
Mon Dec 04, 2006 12:45 am
Forum: ISSA Site administration
Topic: Site sponsor schedule 2007
Replies: 30
Views: 38495

I'll take May for the Needham High School Longboard Club.
by Karl Floitgraf
Mon Dec 04, 2006 12:43 am
Forum: 2007 World Championships - Statesville, NC
Topic: 2007 Worlds Location
Replies: 8
Views: 12522

Re: Course quality + Large sponsors + TV

Boston has repaved the Boston Common and has some excelent pitches. I am sure we have some options in other cities as well. Hey John, you remember when you me and wenztle set a course there for all of about ten minutes before we got kicked off? As far as boston races are concerned, the suburbs are ...
by Karl Floitgraf
Thu Nov 30, 2006 8:18 pm
Forum: 2007 World Championships - Statesville, NC
Topic: 2007 World Championships
Replies: 38
Views: 49428

It just makes sense to have them in NC at least Geographically. I wasn't in Morro Bay any of the years but I believe the field of European racers was limited, obviously because it's a long way to go. I was in Brixlegg, I made sure to get my profile on the ranking changed to USA because the only Amer...
by Karl Floitgraf
Tue Nov 28, 2006 7:23 pm
Forum: Pavel
Topic: Happy Birthday Don
Replies: 29
Views: 30491

Don you da man! You've certainly hooked my up a couple times in the past just as you do for some really fast deserving riders, and slow ones like me too! Thanks



Happy Birthday



And I even talked to you on the phone on sunday, sorry didn't realize it.
by Karl Floitgraf
Wed Nov 15, 2006 9:52 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Differences between US and European Racing
Replies: 3
Views: 4667

But racing with Americans is always interesting - you just don't really know how good they really are. rmn Your just saying that cause Richy took your ass out on the Special. :P But it doesn't matter, you owned the TS. WORLD PRO CHAMP, and your 18? Dude I'm older than you. You Cbark, Masey and Luca...
by Karl Floitgraf
Wed Nov 15, 2006 7:57 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Differences between US and European Racing
Replies: 3
Views: 4667

Differences between US and European Racing

Just out of curiosity I thought I would start this thread so we can identify a little bit how things are different on either side of the pond. I had the the amazing oppurtunity to race in europe and I noticed a couple things add your own. Not to say either or little differences are better but it's n...
by Karl Floitgraf
Wed Nov 15, 2006 6:55 pm
Forum: Skaterbuilt
Topic: Mike Maysey Ts board
Replies: 10
Views: 17820

Hey Dave and DHB Crew Thanks Very much for donating a Mike Masey TS to the Dixie Cup!! I picked it up for winning the C division on saturday http://image59.webshots.com/659/5/88/97/2799588970091346825iNcaSO_ph.jpg Myself and my girl emma posing with the board and the Jug! This is exactly the board I...
by Karl Floitgraf
Mon Nov 13, 2006 7:28 pm
Forum: Slalom Skateboard shops
Topic: [Germany] ...
Replies: 1
Views: 5432

If your ever in Heiko's shop make sure to grab a pack of the blue G*truck bushings. They have great rebound and work really well. Can't find them anywhere else.

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by Karl Floitgraf
Wed Nov 08, 2006 2:05 am
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: Should we host a Farm Series Race at Prep school?
Replies: 2
Views: 4331

Although I've graduated I still plan on organizing an event with the Needham High School Longboard Club. New spot this time, fast dual hybrid. I may also be able to get the local boy scout reservation open for camping. If so we could do some burly GS too. Early May. Public vs Private is on. (maybe w...
by Karl Floitgraf
Thu Oct 19, 2006 6:48 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: October.......we need another "finale" race
Replies: 47
Views: 52865

http://slalomspot.com/race_results/ball ... t06%20.xls
http://slalomspot.com/race_results/ball ... 70ct06.xls
by Karl Floitgraf
Tue Oct 17, 2006 3:55 am
Forum: Pavel
Topic: Pavel - when it not yet existed
Replies: 17
Views: 17300

That weekend was so much fun! It was my first time competing in a race and it was a lot of fun to be the only american at the european championships... (champagne anyone?) I remember meeting Don Campbell and thinking "he's the Mark Mcree of european slalom". Another very funny thing is that Don gave...
by Karl Floitgraf
Tue Oct 17, 2006 3:55 am
Forum: Pavel
Topic: Pavel - when it not yet existed
Replies: 17
Views: 17300

That weekend was so much fun! It was my first time competing in a race and it was a lot of fun to be the only american at the european championships... (champagne anyone?) I remember meeting Don Campbell and thinking "he's the Mark Mcree of european slalom". Another very funny thing is that Don gave...
by Karl Floitgraf
Wed Oct 04, 2006 2:56 am
Forum: Europe
Topic: [2006] GREAT WESTERN RACE II, October 8th, 2006 online reg
Replies: 45
Views: 46921

If Dominik is riding pro in this race does it mean he's also riding pro in North Carolina? I can't wait to skate with you guys Heiko and Dom, this time in the USA! Have fun everyone, the Cologne- Dusseldorf area is the center of the slalom universe. Dominik- sign Andi up! Bryan and I coached him all...
by Karl Floitgraf
Tue Oct 03, 2006 1:41 am
Forum: ISSA Site administration
Topic: Create a Skateshop Forum???
Replies: 6
Views: 11259

I say just one forum for skate shops. I think that'll do enough.
by Karl Floitgraf
Tue Oct 03, 2006 12:38 am
Forum: ISSA Site administration
Topic: Create a Skateshop Forum???
Replies: 6
Views: 11259

Wesley Tucker wrote:I have no problem with a skateshop forum AS LONG AS:

1. The skateshop uses this website to promote slalom-related gear ONLY.

Wes


I think it's import to discuss how you can sell slalom boards with pool and park decks.
by Karl Floitgraf
Sat Sep 30, 2006 7:52 am
Forum: New England
Topic: October.......we need another "finale" race
Replies: 47
Views: 52865

SIGN UP OR ELSE!!!


http://www.ncdsa.com/contest_registrati ... testID=270
by Karl Floitgraf
Thu Sep 28, 2006 2:35 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Needham Practice 9/30
Replies: 2
Views: 4333

10:30 or 11. Email me karl@slalomspot.com
by Karl Floitgraf
Thu Sep 28, 2006 12:49 am
Forum: New England
Topic: Needham Practice 9/30
Replies: 2
Views: 4333

Needham Practice 9/30

If anyone is interested we were all going to drop a course in Needham at a this new spot. It's just been paved on a steep hill going up to the Sheraton along 128, little traffic. I'll get some pics soon. Hopefully we can have a race there next year. Weather looks good right now.
by Karl Floitgraf
Wed Sep 27, 2006 6:08 am
Forum: New England
Topic: FARMAGEDDON 11/11/06
Replies: 52
Views: 64595

Please don't plan this race on the 5th. A lot of us will be out of town for North Carolina.
by Karl Floitgraf
Wed Sep 27, 2006 3:21 am
Forum: For Sale - Wanted
Topic: RADIKALS FOR SALE
Replies: 24
Views: 20126

Paul

I already tried the exact same thing when I was in Dusseldorf. :P :P
by Karl Floitgraf
Tue Sep 26, 2006 9:50 pm
Forum: New England
Topic: October.......we need another "finale" race
Replies: 47
Views: 52865

May I make a suggestion that we have one nice GS and the other course be a some what technical hybrid that you can really haul on?

I just want to go fast.
by Karl Floitgraf
Tue Sep 26, 2006 7:11 pm
Forum: Random Slalom Topics
Topic: How much slalom gear (Dogs) do you own? Slalom Cribs
Replies: 22
Views: 22129

John

Great idea, I myself only have two decks as well 2 PPS with splits and rads. I'm sure you'll be happy to know all my old boards have a couple marks in the front from teaching clinics (just paying it forward :) )

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