Jay Adams Flyaway revived as FLY-HIGH BY EIGHT
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Jay Adams Flyaway revived as FLY-HIGH BY EIGHT
Well,
Sooner or later somebody had to re-issue the Flyaway helmet. Is this a bogus copy, or is it built similar to the originals?
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZjdmjunsei
The auction refers to FRP (fiberglass reinforced plastic) construction, but I'm no expert on plastics; maybe Duane D. could shed some light.
Sooner or later somebody had to re-issue the Flyaway helmet. Is this a bogus copy, or is it built similar to the originals?
http://search.ebay.com/_W0QQsassZjdmjunsei
The auction refers to FRP (fiberglass reinforced plastic) construction, but I'm no expert on plastics; maybe Duane D. could shed some light.
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Be interested to see how they come up size-wise? Anyone tried one yet?
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Dangersticks, over at S&B has something in the works. He's working out the details on new and improved Flyaways, completely certified and with larger sizing. Click the link for details.
http://www.skullandbonesskateboards.com ... hp?t=36794
http://www.skullandbonesskateboards.com ... hp?t=36794
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Hi.
I'm really interested in the story of the flyaway helmet. But there is not a lot of informations on them.
Here is anybody who can tell me more about that??
Thanx
PS : and if someone want to sell one : MP
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I'm really interested in the story of the flyaway helmet. But there is not a lot of informations on them.
Here is anybody who can tell me more about that??
Thanx
PS : and if someone want to sell one : MP
![:)](./images/smilies/icon_smile.gif)
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Von Wolf over on the BDS board is making a new Flyaway.
http://www.bulldogskates.com/Forums/index.html
Go to the "Deep End" forum, then to the "Kanoa® Flyaway® helmets!!!" thread.
http://www.bulldogskates.com/Forums/index.html
Go to the "Deep End" forum, then to the "Kanoa® Flyaway® helmets!!!" thread.
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Introduced by Kanoa® Surf in 1978, as the signature helmet of the most stylish skateboarder ever.Marc camelan wrote:
I'm more looking for the history of the helmet
George "Wildman" Orton has claimed that Tuzo at Kanoa® almost called it the George Orton Flyaway® helmet!
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Lots of races have been won in Flyaway® helmets with many more to come,
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Legendary! Welcome Marshall! And thank's for a great job done! Here's some pictures of me winning the Eurocana Open 1981 wearing my Flyaway helmet. Note how it shines, even in these older B&W pictures.
![Image](http://www.slalomskateboarder.com/Racers/Sweden/JaniEurocana81_EL.jpg)
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The racer with his back turned towards the camera is the other finalist Angelo Zambito, also wearing a Flyaway helmet!
/Jani
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The racer with his back turned towards the camera is the other finalist Angelo Zambito, also wearing a Flyaway helmet!
/Jani
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Re: Jay Adams Flyaway revived as FLY-HIGH BY EIGHT
Well, it's been a while since the new Flyaways were re-issued.
Simple question:
Has anyone suffered a really good bash with one of these helmets and how did it perform?
All the good looks and nostalgia in the world don't mean a thing if it doesn't do the deed as advertised. I am in the market for a new helmet and it looks like I'm spending at least $150 no matter which way I go so might as well consider the Flyaway along with the rest on the market.
(Of course, I realize those who may have not had the best possible result may not be able to respond.)
Simple question:
Has anyone suffered a really good bash with one of these helmets and how did it perform?
All the good looks and nostalgia in the world don't mean a thing if it doesn't do the deed as advertised. I am in the market for a new helmet and it looks like I'm spending at least $150 no matter which way I go so might as well consider the Flyaway along with the rest on the market.
(Of course, I realize those who may have not had the best possible result may not be able to respond.)
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Re: Jay Adams Flyaway revived as FLY-HIGH BY EIGHT
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DxMS-YX014c
FF to 2:00, Flyaway® does the job!
End result of this slam, no skull fracture, no blood, and no KO, in other words he remained conscious.
(he clearly keeps moving after punishing the pavement with his head!)
He did feel the effects of a mild concussion, and the helmet got a crack in it (toast!) but HE would have been toast without a helmet.
Its my opinion that a styrofoam lid would have left him knocked out....
RacerX feels his Flyaway® saved his life !
Diclaimer:
Anything can happen, in any helmet, (SKate at your OWn risk,not ours !)
I am selling helmets, not life / medical insurance.
If you hurt of kill your self or others while using your Flyaway® helmet, its your problem not ours.
FF to 2:00, Flyaway® does the job!
End result of this slam, no skull fracture, no blood, and no KO, in other words he remained conscious.
(he clearly keeps moving after punishing the pavement with his head!)
He did feel the effects of a mild concussion, and the helmet got a crack in it (toast!) but HE would have been toast without a helmet.
Its my opinion that a styrofoam lid would have left him knocked out....
RacerX feels his Flyaway® saved his life !
Diclaimer:
Anything can happen, in any helmet, (SKate at your OWn risk,not ours !)
I am selling helmets, not life / medical insurance.
If you hurt of kill your self or others while using your Flyaway® helmet, its your problem not ours.