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On 4/13/2007
mike maysey
wrote in from
United States
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oh I know...I just wanna skate the hill for a bit tomorrow. Maybe throw down some different types of courses or somethin.
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On 4/12/2007
kevin
wrote in from
United States
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Just so you know...there is no race on Saturday, just a practice session. GS is Sunday.
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Pumpstation
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On 4/8/2007
mike maysey
wrote in from
United States
(68.4.nnn.nnn)
Kevin--I'll be there on both Saturday and Sunday. Got a good session today in San Clemente with John Corning. My new GS stick with the Speed Vents was ripping.
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Skateboarding is not a Crime
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On 4/8/2007
mike maysey
wrote in from
United States
(68.4.nnn.nnn)
I am hoping someone will read this and can help me. I have two sons, Reilly 12 and Seth 6, who skateboard and love it. As you know skating seems looked down upon, like a crime.
...maybe it would be a good idea to find out why skateboarding is looked at as a 'crime' in your area. If it's because there's a bunch of skaters waxing curbs and stuff and ruining pubic property, maybe it is a 'crime.' But if the skaters are just doing there thing and not hurting anyone (other than themselves), why could it be considered a 'crime?' I would ask people randomly what they're opinion of skateboarding is and why these people feel this way. Then you could go from there.
Reilly has to hide his deck in the bushes and hope that it doesn't get stolen. I am trying to convince them to allow me to pay for a skateboard rack to be installed next to the bike rack that way they can lock them up and not worry about them. The principal told me that she will have to talk to cabinet and see if it is "beneficial" for the students so write her in a few weeks. So my first question is do you have any suggestions on me getting this approved and installed at the local middle school?
...getting it approved? Hmm, if there's enough kids who skate to school it seems logical to me that building such a container for the boards would be a good idea. Why do you think it is that it might not meet approval? And address those issues. It's kind of like sales. You have to ask enough questions to get an idea of what your audience needs. Then you have to overcome objections. And proceed. If you create a positive feeling in peoples minds about the container they will be more apt to accept your idea and maybe even ask you to consult on the job. (why not, get it done right!)
Secondly a couple of us parents are trying to convince the staff at the middle school that "skaters" are good kids. We are hoping that we can get some posters put up at the school and maybe have someone come talk about not doing drugs and maybe put on a demo.
...a demo might be good. Something just came to mind. Is there a skatepark in the neighborhood? That might be a good place to somehow link the school with the skatepark. Maybe you could edit a few clips of some skate flicks together showing all the different styles of skateboarding. Then you have a demo/benefit that both the skatepark and the school with generate some money at. Then everyone's happy.
just some random thoughts
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Support at Middle School
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On 4/3/2007
Piper
wrote in from
United States
(130.191.nnn.nnn)
I am hoping someone will read this and can help me. I have two sons, Reilly 12 and Seth 6, who skateboard and love it. As you know skating seems looked down upon, like a crime. Reilly has to hide his deck in the bushes and hope that it doesn't get stolen. I am trying to convince them to allow me to pay for a skateboard rack to be installed next to the bike rack that way they can lock them up and not worry about them. The principal told me that she will have to talk to cabinet and see if it is "beneficial" for the students so write her in a few weeks. So my first question is do you have any suggestions on me getting this approved and installed at the local middle school?
Secondly a couple of us parents are trying to convince the staff at the middle school that "skaters" are good kids. We are hoping that we can get some posters put up at the school and maybe have someone come talk about not doing drugs and maybe put on a demo.
I would love to hear something back, even if it is a sorry to busy.
Thanks,
Piper
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Pump Station Outlaw!
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On 4/1/2007
Kevin
wrote in from
United States
(72.197.nnn.nnn)
Mike- Can we count on seeing you April 15 for the Pump Station Outlaw GS? It's on a Sunday, and you're only an hour away...hope to see you there! Good chance for you try out those Big Zigs that you won at the Harbor 100...
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Rons Bearings
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On 3/31/2007 Dave Larson
wrote in from
United States
(75.73.nnn.nnn)
Yeah Mike I did Email Ron,he responded right away, and was very helpful.What a cool guy.He seems to be thinking along slalom lines(no pun intended)and I can't wait to see what he comes up with.Thanks Mike and MSK
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re: Ron's Bearings
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On 3/30/2007
msk
wrote in from
United States
(66.214.nnn.nnn)
Dave-
The Missiles are designed to have a little bit of play in them, along with a deeper groove. This allows them to be used in wheels with less than perfect bearing seats, or with less than perfect width spacers, without binding when the axle nut is fully tightened. They're also a little faster than the original Rockets. The only possible downside to the play is there might be slightly less traction. If that's a problem, the original Rockets are designed with tighter tolerances, and won't have that play when tightened down...
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Ron's
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On 3/30/2007
mike maysey
wrote in from
United States
(68.4.nnn.nnn)
Hey Dave, I wouldn't worry about it. But don't take my word for it, I would get in touch with Ron. He's a totally cool dude who will take care of you.
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Rons bearings
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On 3/27/2007
Dave Larson
wrote in from
United States
(75.73.nnn.nnn)
Dear Mike ,a quick question.I got a set of R.R.'s Missiles.There is a little play in the wheel that I can't get out no matter how hard I crank them.But they are fast.They are on Rads. I believe you ride these or the ceramics.Am I going to have any problem with these not being perfectly tight?For straight ahead tight I don't think so.They are really fast and smooth. Would like to keep em. Thanks Dave
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Do podiatrists get a ped-degree?
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On 3/24/2007
JBH
wrote in from
United States
(70.245.nnn.nnn)
Thanks, Mike. Yeah, it took me a while. My standard line is "I crammed four years of college into twenty-five."
My degree is actually a B.L.S. (Bachelor of Liberal Studies) in Humanities. So I'm just one letter short of a BLT, which is probably what I'll end up making with it in the end. You want fries with that?
Seriously, thanks, and good luck with your chosen path. Hope you can make it to a couple of the biggies this year.
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one more
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On 3/24/2007
mike maysey
wrote in from
United States
(68.4.nnn.nnn)
Congrats on finishing your B.S. Wow, I thought it took me a long time to get mine, but you have me beat by about 15 years!! Way to hang in there.
The school I'm doing now is related to my apprenticeship as a land surveyor. I am required to attend classes on Saturdays after putting in my 40+ hours during the week. It's pretty cool though because the program is so focused on surveying that I never have to ask, "Are we gonna use this in real life?" Because everything I've learned in class so far, well almost, I've turned around and used on the job. The schedule is a tough one right now, but once I journey out of the program I'll be making some pretty damn good coin as long as I stay in SoCal. I could even get out of this type of surveying and look into other options for work.
Since I'm gonna have to be picky about my races (again) this summer I'm gonna have to really look things over. I really really want to make Kenny's gig and I also really really want to make the Worlds. But I just don't know right now. Gotta wait to see how the schedule shakes out once school starts back up.
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Stockholm
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On 3/24/2007
mike maysey
wrote in from
United States
(68.4.nnn.nnn)
Fred, yeah I remember...that was a great day. That whole trip was a great time. Thanks for posting that photo.
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Bushings
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On 3/24/2007
mike maysey
wrote in from
United States
(68.4.nnn.nnn)
Gary, get one of those combo packs that Khiro makes. Then you can try them all. Personally, I use white in front and either yellow or black in the back.
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One more
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On 3/21/2007
JBH
wrote in from
United States
(165.134.nnn.nnn)
Happy Birthday, Mike!
I just FINALLY finished school (bachelor's degree) after 25 years of stops & starts, so I can understand how that will eat into your free time. What sort of school are you going to? Is it academic, trade, or something else?
School or no, I hope you can make it to at least one or two races. You are always one of the favorites. The Worlds will be in North Carolina this year, and I expect there will be a BUNCH of fast Europeans coming, as well as several Canadians, and of course the fastest Americans. It'd be cool to see you there.
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B-DAY
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On 3/21/2007 Fred
wrote in from
France
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Joyeux anniversaire de France Mike !!!!!
I remind you as a cool, stylish and fast guy !!! It was a stockholm 2005, remember ?
during practice on GS...
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Bushings
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On 3/20/2007 Gary
wrote in from
United States
(68.230.nnn.nnn)
Happy B-day Mike.
So, I've been using trimmed Radikals. I know I'm behind the times, but need to get some Khiros. Which ones should I try? 175 lbs.
Thanks
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B-Day
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On 3/19/2007
Cknuck & MB
wrote in from
Canada
(74.101.nnn.nnn)
Hope you had a great day Mike!
See you soon. 35? Just a young'n.
Say hi to Steve for me, EH!
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WOO HOO
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On 3/19/2007
sc
wrote in from
United States
(68.4.nnn.nnn)
Hey, Happy Birthday Mike
It's Ariel's birthday too, 12, now she can ride shotgun
Best wishes for a great year!
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Today's the day
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On 3/19/2007
mike maysey
wrote in from
United States
(69.178.nnn.nnn)
Thanks for the wishes...35 today!!!
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Mike' B-day
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On 3/18/2007
Cat
wrote in from
United States
(67.117.nnn.nnn)
Happy Birthday Mike!
Pisces sure are cool------- aren't we??
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BOOOOOOOO
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On 3/16/2007 Pauliwog
wrote in from
United States
(65.122.nnn.nnn)
Hey, I know what that's like, gotta pick what you can do and what you gotta do. Good luck with school and see'ya maybe.- P Oh yeah, Happy Birthday as well!
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Pauliwog and Holl
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On 3/15/2007
mike maysey
wrote in from
United States
(68.4.nnn.nnn)
Pauliwog, I don't know about Hood...I don't know about any of these races that I recently signed up for. I just found out last weekend school is in fact not out for the summer. Quite the contrary. I start back up in Mid May for another fun filled 6 month learning tour in apprentice school. Hoo Ray. Oh well, it'll be worth it in the long run, but right now it sucks. Anyway, I've not seen the schedule yet, but once I do I'm going to commit to one race, ditch school for that weekend and travel to a race. Maybe Ohio, maybe Hood, maybe Colorado, maybe the Worlds.
Gary, you never forget do ya? Thanks for the early wish...ya it's the 19th. I'll be the tender age of 35.
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Hey
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On 3/15/2007
mike maysey
wrote in from
United States
(68.4.nnn.nnn)
Hey Lauren, are you goin? Are ya goin?
Howzit going up there in...where are you???
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