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Street Luge (1208 Posts) Topic Street Luge Info SPEEDLUGE On 10/26/2007 Voyagerwsr wrote in from United States  (207.200.nnn.nnn) This is a stage 3 design I built in NY for an attempt on the recor for SPEEDLUGE, the unlimited class. Moved back to Calif, before I could run it to full speed. It had a special chute. I know it's not a streetluge but I kind dig going faster.     Rate post 284829 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) pre streetluge era On 10/26/2007 Voyagerwsr wrote in from United States  (207.200.nnn.nnn) I found this old pic. I ran this when it was called laydown skateboarding, as Streetluge was coined later. I called this the Daytona and considered it a stage 2 design . It's what followed the style of board at that time that had only a single front fairing. She was so fast. This pic was a good day at Templin Hiway, CA.     Rate post 284828 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) TEUTONIA On 10/14/2007 Paulo Martins wrote in from Brazil  (201.14.nnn.nnn) Hi guys. confirm yuor presence in teutonia 2007, october - 20/21 The Fastest Hill the World Check www.malarraraproteutonia.com The big riders of planet in fastest hill the world 120 km/h in stand up 140 km/h in street luge A broken limited speed the guinness bock in skt and luge. International     Rate post 283809 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) Skate Luge On 10/14/2007 Jordan Raice wrote in from United States  (24.6.nnn.nnn) Anybody on here ever ridden a skate luge? I think its HAE that sells them... Its like a short buttboard which is 16" (wider) and you sit up on it... Seems kind-of neat...     Rate post 283793 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) seattle On 10/8/2007 sharcsplean wrote in from Switzerland  (85.5.nnn.nnn) see chrismcb.com - he is in your area and there is a northwest longboarding web site with a message board for your area     Rate post 283305 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) seattle luge On 10/3/2007 Josh wrote in from United States  (168.156.nnn.nnn) A friend and myself do street luge in the greater seattle area and are looking for more people to ride with. We plan to have an event at some point if we can get enough riders. We can show any one some basics and or show people how to even ride. Contact me if you are interested.     Rate post 282950 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) Videos On 9/25/2007 bob wrote in from United States  (76.106.nnn.nnn) Here are a couple of videos... they take a while to load. Click here for link Click here for link parade run at MCGF6.......... uphill you decide.     Rate post 282413 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) harley powered On 9/25/2007 hc wrote in from United States  (71.198.nnn.nnn) bob, thx for that link.     Rate post 282405 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) All Powered On 9/25/2007 bob wrote in from United States  (76.106.nnn.nnn) opps here is the link http://www.poweredstreetluge.com/     Rate post 282403 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) All Powered On 9/25/2007 Bob wrote in from United States  (76.106.nnn.nnn) Here is a link to a site Roland made that has all the powered luge's. Next record attempt for powered luge will be by Roland at the Texas Mile. Bob     Rate post 282402 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) gas powered On 9/24/2007 hc wrote in from United States  (71.198.nnn.nnn) http://www.gravitydb.com/speed/ Roland Morrison's gas powered street luge     Rate post 282290 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) Rogers On 9/22/2007 Jamie M wrote in from Canada  (70.49.nnn.nnn) Did you try the brydenscot one? Sometimes it may take a bit to hear back. Hes a busy guy! Could also post up in the Going Downhill section here.     Rate post 282178 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) Roger Bros Streetluge On 9/22/2007 Cauê Lemes wrote in from Brazil  (189.6.nnn.nnn) Hi Guys! Does anyone has the e-mail , msn, phone from the roger Bros ? I would like to buy a streetluge from them, I´ve sent an e-mail but no answer, I´ve tried the one on their web site. As Dave is caming to Brazil on October, I need their contact a bit fast. Thanks!     Rate post 282169 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) ditched the pegs On 9/2/2007 marc wrote in from Switzerland  (85.5.nnn.nnn) Justin, we have all seen you posts, trying to decide which type of everything to use when luging and some people have given you some really good advice. forget the pegged luge, pegless is safe when riding in groups and easier to travel with. get off your computer, and go build something and ride it - then go test again.     Rate post 280187 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) Darren Lotts Book On 8/30/2007 Jordan wrote in from United States  (24.6.nnn.nnn) Just got his book its killer... 200 pages and I skimmed it, great info... I dont normally read but books that are about my hobbies I get sucked into... Probably will have it read tonight!     Rate post 279955 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) Pegged Luge Design On 8/30/2007 Jordan wrote in from United States  (24.6.nnn.nnn) Guys I have decided... Pegged luge... Looking at a few things however... I was thinking about having a 3 part boom, all 4" wide with two 3/4" plywood sheets laminated together... Now I am thinking though for ultimate strength, simplicity etc... to make what I believe is called a bama style luge... Its a seatpan with two booms attached... Anyways 13 ply birch, I am thinking a 3/4" seatpan, 3/4" boom spacers and 4" wide booms (two 3/4" ply sheets laminted together)... Should be very solid... One thing I wanted some help on, what would be a good overlap for the booms (most important the front, as it effects seat position) to the seatpan? 4"s? 6"s? More??? I am probably using titebond or some urethane glue (need more info on it...) and then some bolts...     Rate post 279951 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) Fastest Skateboard On 8/30/2007 Skatedude wrote in from United States  (70.104.nnn.nnn) "On 8/25/2007 Jordan wrote in from United States (24.6.xxx.xxx) So what do you guys honestly would grip better, 83a bigzigs or 75a 83mm flywheels? Whichever one will handle corners better, I will go with... And Ill design the luge around them... And if I stick with the bigzigs should I go with 8mm truck axles and my favorite bearings, rockets, or should I get 10mm (incase I use bigger wheels in the future or just to be safe) axles and the landyachtz bearings that come with them...." I would go with Seismics, guaranteed not to explode at 112mph. http://gizmodo.com/gadgets/exclusive-interview/joel-king-breaks-world-speed-record-on-jet%20powered-luge-294996.php?autoplay=true     Rate post 279923 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) riding On 8/30/2007 wendtland wrote in from United States  (65.191.nnn.nnn) look up paul busse     Rate post 279922 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) luge clip On 8/30/2007 hc wrote in from United States  (71.198.nnn.nnn) luging an old ice luge track http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X6RnNaPj5KM     Rate post 279920 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) NorCal On 8/30/2007 Jordan wrote in from United States  (24.6.nnn.nnn) In the bay area where is the closest place for a beginer/intermediate rider to go ride a closed (safe) course? I know of the Bonelli course down south, anything closer or better? I really wanna hit Maryhill one of these days to it looks sick! Oh and recreational, not racing.     Rate post 279899 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) norcal luge On 8/30/2007 hc wrote in from United States  (71.198.nnn.nnn) russ, there is a handful of 'pro' street lugers in the bay area, where are you located, and what is your skill level? hc www.geocities.com/sk8sanjose     Rate post 279867 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) Luge On 8/29/2007 Jordan wrote in from United States  (24.6.nnn.nnn) Thanks guys... Ok so what about if I get some 13ply 3/4" plywood, and do 4" wide booms made of two 3/4" plywood 4" wide strips laminated together? That would be rock solid and I think somebody on here recommended it... That wont twist to much will it? What would be the best glue to bond them? Where can I get and what type of urethane glue should I get? Also the seatpan is going to just be 1/4"... I dont want to mess with glass (I do have a lot... and am pretty experienenced)... Ok a few more things to work out, handle type? What should I look for in handles? Also, how do I prevent my leg/pants/leathers from hitting the wheels when they are exposed on a rail type luge? And Russ, I live near San Jose... Their are some luge races in SoCal and I am trying to see whats needed to get a permit for "The Dinosur"... Its a 2.5 mile long hill good for 60-70 on a luge, but the rangers will kick you off without a permit... Its in Gilroy... Looks awesome...     Rate post 279851 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) Street Luge On 8/29/2007 Russ wrote in from United States  (67.181.nnn.nnn) Hey guys ive been getting into street luge alot latly and i was wondering if anyone knows of a street luge league in nor call hit me back if you know anything.     Rate post 279849 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) Woodie addenda On 8/29/2007 PSR wrote in from United States  (75.69.nnn.nnn) Jordan, go with footpegs. If you don't want them, hey, cut them off later. "Angle iron" reinforcement, um, maybe... Aluminum channel in an 'L' will twist, a lot. You'll have to glue it on, and I'd even recommend using small(#8 or 4mm) screws + T-nuts in strategic spots to bind the angle-bits onto the wood. 'C' channel is a good deal stiffer, but again, it can twist easily. The stuff you'd get from a hardware vendor is light-weight, un-heat-treated, basic mush. You'd want better metal, so look at industrial suppliers for ladder manufacturers. By the time you add thick-enough aluminum C channel, glueing, and t-nuts, you might as well put a layer of 3/16" Birch tech-ply + fiberglass to your seatpan. Did I mention that wood + metal don't really 'bond' well? I know I did mention urethane glue before, but now you'll need ski/snowboard flexible epoxy and you'd be in want of a good press/mold too. Glass it, add a layer of marine-quality or tech-ply thin veneer wood, and you'll be alright. Truck placement: It is a personal choice, as would be bushing or wedge set-up. Leave room fore/aft for changes in overall wheelbase. Start with the front at mid-thigh, the rear just behind your head. 44" to 58" wheelbase is what I've had the best results with, but I've run shorter and longer, depending on sled build; steering required; stability wanted; and truck characteristics. You've got Options with you truck choice, so, don't sweat it until you've run it awhile. I did say to run it awhile?! Yeah, dialin' it in takes some roadwork, and then some re-working, followed by more road time...     Rate post 279847 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0) Pegged Option On 8/29/2007 Jordan wrote in from United States  (24.6.nnn.nnn) Option D which I am really thinking about now... Its pegged... Its a boom luge... 3/4" 13ply plywood, 4" wide... Makes up the three boom sections... It will have angle iron for reinforcement... Each will bolt to the other threw the angle iron for extra strength... I think I could make a stronger, cooler and better riding pegged luge and for recreational riding it still seems to be up there with the pegless... Plus I will have many years to come to try out pegless and maybe it will be better! But I am thinking about going with my instinct of pegged...     Rate post 279840 ! Best-Of Ncdsa (0)   Informative (0)   Abuse(0)   Flag Moderators (0)

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