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On 7/24/2006 derek
wrote in from
United States
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thanks ravn!
sounds like you're setting up quite a tour over there ;)
that's totally cool that there's something like that going on so frequently. we'll have to schedule the trip out to coincide with one of those rides.
i'm watching the airline prices for the spring, and practicing up on my long forgotten deutsch.
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Berlin by Board - Tourist Guide Part II
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On 7/22/2006
Ravn
wrote in from
Germany
(83.121.nnn.nnn)
Derek, erin - Just to keep you stoked, here's the next LDP highlight in Berlin:
Click here for link
The Berlin Parade (not to be confounded with the Love Parade) is an night skate political demonstration (for the rights of skaters*) taking place every other friday at 8p.m. - They run a different ~30km route each time, always along major roads in the city. It always offers a nice touristical city cruise and the feeling of skating Berlin at night is great. An escort of friendly green cops will make sure the roads are closed, average speed is 15 km/h. It's mostly frequented by inline skaters, but a small (but growing) group of longboarders also attends.
This event alternates with the Blade Night Berlin, same kind of thing, but a pure sports event (no political intent, faster average speed, skateboarders not that welcome) where one might also participate. I've only been doing the parade for now though.
*Under German law (and probably elsewhere) skates of all kinds are considered toys, which means that you are considered a pedestrian and have to behave like one: Keep to the sidewalks, do not move faster than a pedestrian can walk. The aim of the demonstration is to allow skating on bike lanes and traffic-calmed roads and to create more skate-able lanes in the city.
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Cup washer / Re: Kris
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On 7/22/2006
Ravn
wrote in from
Germany
(83.121.nnn.nnn)
I am using the vanilla cup washer, for the same reason that it keeps the bushing in place. Interestingly enough, the (front) bushing with the washer is the only one that I haven't managed to tear yet. Usually it's the one which moves directly on top of the baseplate.
I was wondering the other day why there is no flat washer between the baseplate and the bushing - it seems to me that it could save the bushing a bit - has anyone of you tried that out yet?
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indy-style back + randal front?
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On 7/21/2006
Julien
wrote in from
United States
(68.126.nnn.nnn)
Still trying to get my LDP board dialed in right. I know the best solution would be to just fess up the dough for some Carver CX but I want something that will work decently until I get the Carvers (birthday is on the 3rd of Aug, so not long now)
I just got myself some Core 7.0 trucks in a trade and they're essentially an indy style design with a 9.75" axle. I currently have R2 180s (9.625" axle) on the board and was wondering if I should try the board out with a core in the rear and a randal front to get some of the effect of the carvers (turnier front, stable rear). I'm gonna have to jack the back truck up a bit to compensate (randals are TALL!) but hope this will work. anyone have experience with this kind of setup, advice etc would be greatly appreciated
-Julien
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Peters is a monster
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On 7/20/2006
Dave Mitchell
wrote in from
United States
(206.103.nnn.nnn)
James you flippin monster!! STP on a board in 2 days! I'm a little pissed the PDX crew was not forewarned so that we could put on an appropriate welcome at the finish line. Jack Smith has got to talk to you if he does another Skate Across America. Congrats you madman!
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CX bushing washers; toe stop
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On 7/20/2006 Kris
wrote in from
United States
(69.229.nnn.nnn)
Those of you pumping the Carver CX trucks, have you been using the stock cup washers or have you replaced them with flat washers? I don't want to tear up the bushings with the cup washers, but I tend to get drift when I use flat washers...
Also, I've never used a toe stop before. Can someone explain a simple construction? I'll be placing it on the forward-most bolt (toe side, correct?) Thanks...
btw- the Roe LDP arrived today. I am blown away by the deck, as well as the CX/Avila ste-up. I had no idea it would all be this good. I really have been working hard with the other set-up.
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skate track event
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On 7/20/2006
derek
wrote in from
United States
(24.16.nnn.nnn)
hey all-
i'm in the process of organizing a skate event, tentatively planned to be at marymoor park in redmond, washington on saturday, september 9. for starters, the plan is to have a 400 meter dash, an 800 meter dash, a mile and a 3 mile race- push, pump, or any method of self-propulsion is fair game. it would be great to hear any feedback on what other types of events might be interesting. (hurdles anyone?)
also- just to be on the safe side, i am trying to do this in cooperation with the park system, which is requiring registration, insurance, and all that stuff. i have no idea how many (if any) people would be interested in participating. if you are interested in coming out for this event, please let me know asap, so i can decide if it's even worth it to go through all that trouble.
thanks!
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rocking the big mileages
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On 7/20/2006 Erin
wrote in from
Ireland
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Hey James, checking up on you from an internet cafe in Ireland today.
Congrats on the big skate. Can't wait to hear more about it....heading over to pavedwave now...
cya next month.
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stp ldp
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On 7/19/2006 derek
wrote in from
United States
(67.170.nnn.nnn)
congrats james!
those are a couple monster days, back to back. 16.5 hours on the first day alone! i don't know if i could even stay awake that long, let alone ride a skateboard... ;)
nice work conquering some serious terrain, both out on the trail and in your head. i'm looking forward to hearing more about it.
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STP
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On 7/19/2006
peters
wrote in from
United States
(64.236.nnn.nnn)
stryker, i'll post the 204-mile STP ride up on pavedwave soon, it was the most epic ride personally and its taking a few days for recovery!! pumped the Roe LDP everytime i could, and was jazzed that I didn't have to adjust or replace ANYthing over the entire 2 days.
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geezer, i really like the 97mm flywheels on the rolls and don't really use the stock 145mm wheels on that deck now. i prefer the stickiness for faster turns with the abec11 'thane.
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Rolls Rolls
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On 7/19/2006 Fatboy
wrote in from
United States
(67.94.nnn.nnn)
Geez, what size are the wheels? Rollerblade style, yes? I have several pairs of Krypto made wheels I can send ya'
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Not really pumping, but...
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On 7/19/2006
Geezer-X
wrote in from
United States
(65.127.nnn.nnn)
My Rolls Rolls showed up on the doorstep yesterday. I swapped a pile of assorted slalom stuff I'm not using this season for it.
It's got the huge roller-ski type wheels and RII 180s. I assembled it with some cut down Stimulators, and went to a local bike path. I was surprised that the "fenders" got in the way at first, but I adapted quickly. I push mongo naturally, so switching off mongo and regular makes for 2 equally fried legs.
It makes a very unique sound since it's a nearly inch-thick 3D composite structure and the wheels are so huge, and it carries speed like nothing you've ever ridden. The return part of the bike path is ever so gently downhill, and it would be possible to do the whole ride without a push.
I pumped it a little, but the contact patches of the wheels are tiny and it feels a bit sketchy.
I'm going to put some narrowed 180 hangers w/ 8mm axles and a try some big conventional wheels. I've got big flywheels and some of those Kryptonics 85mm things.
It's an interesting diversion from "skateboarding" being more like a pair of roller skis joined in tandem than a conventional skateboard, but it'll be something different to ride to work.
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STP Peter's 200 mile LDP ride
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On 7/18/2006
Stryker
wrote in from
United States
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JP, How did your Seattle to Portland ride go? 200 miles in two days. Wow what a maniac! Peters is the LDP King that's for sure.What Deck did you use? Give up the details man Come on...No one puts on the miles like you do. Rock on! :) John
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LBL LDP
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On 7/16/2006
Seth
wrote in from
United States
(208.12.nnn.nnn)
I just bought one. When it gets here I'll write a review. It sure looks good.
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LongBoardLarry LDP deck reports
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On 7/14/2006 kel
wrote in from
United States
(205.179.nnn.nnn)
Anybody been on the LBL LDP deck yet and have anything to say about it? In particular how you you like the camber and the extra length in the tail? Would be great to hear something about it! Thanks!
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nw ldp double-booked date
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On 7/14/2006 peters
wrote in from
United States
(64.236.nnn.nnn)
"what a bummer that 2 of the only long distance/cross country skating events of the year are being held on the same day, and only a few hours drive apart-the MS skate in seattle and the portland push."
Yeah, the MS Skate date's been announced for months...
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avilas, trim or not
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On 7/14/2006
peters
wrote in from
United States
(64.236.nnn.nnn)
With trimmed Avilas you may get very slight improvement in pump response/rebound in generating flatland speeds. But the trimming mod mostly helps when you're doing high speed turns, it reduces the nasty effect of the outer lip 'curling' up and making the wheels skitter, rather than smoothly sliding across the pavement. I don't trim Avilas on my LDP board, mainly because I'm running narrow hangars and I like the stability of the wider wheel patch.
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Avilas- to trim or not to trim for LDP?
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On 7/12/2006
Kris
wrote in from
United States
(71.133.nnn.nnn)
I will be getting my trucks and wheels tomorrow. I'm wondering if folks recommend trimming Avilas for long distance pumping.
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pacific northwest ldp events
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On 7/12/2006
derek
wrote in from
United States
(67.170.nnn.nnn)
what a bummer that 2 of the only long distance/cross country skating events of the year are being held on the same day, and only a few hours drive apart-the MS skate in seattle and the portland push.
hopefully next year we can do something to bring the portland and seattle crews together for a ride. it's a small enough niche in this sport as it is...
both events are being held on Sunday, August 27th. On august 26th, the day before the seattle ms skate, there are tentative plans to host a series of one-mile races in marymoor park, followed by a ride out to the redhook brewery. it would be great to see some of our portland buddies (heck- everybody) there...
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roe ldp and crossfire38"
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On 7/11/2006 peters
wrote in from
United States
(64.236.nnn.nnn)
hey Ravn, the two boards you're looking at are practically identical in composition, mainly the shaping is different - the crossfire 3.8 has more of a traditional 'surf' shape-- its a lengthened, widened Roe Crossfire. For LDP, works great for those who usually stand farther toward the back of the deck, with their front foot behind the front truck, over the max cambered area, and has a wider back end for powering off the rear. I've set up and tested it for LDP, then switched to Holeys front and rear and shredded up one of our best GS slalom hills-- its a light and flexy carver as well! So I kinda see the Roe LDP for dedicated flatland pumping and the Crossfire38 for an all-in-one carver/pumper. They both rip! btw - Cool vid!
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The waiting is the hardest part...
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On 7/10/2006
Kris
wrote in from
United States
(69.229.nnn.nnn)
I don't purchase new gear often. In fact, I don't purchase much of anything very often. So as I wait for the components to arrive, piece by piece, leading up to my complete LDP set-up, the anticipation is killing me.
Since I ordered my deck from Roe last week, I have broken two kingpins trying to make my current set-up do something it's not designed to do: LDP! I have, however, managed to develop a strong, sustainable pump on conventional trucks and a 48" 9-ply maple downhill deck. I am willing to bet that, much like wine grapes that are forced to struggle to develop their exquisite flavor, my LDP skills will be brought to fruition through my current adversity-training.
Great LDP video! That looks like a great trail. Nice multi-tasking there, as well! I've been wanting to do an LDP safari in the Netherlands, which looks similar. Maybe next summer...
On a side note, you can check out our Sacramento Longboarding online magazine and see our recent downhill event, BTC's 1st Annual Road Rash Rally. The pics aren't the best, but you'll get the idea. We are already talking about a flatland race, as well, as soon as we can find a bike trail that is open to roller sports:
http://sacramentolongboarding.blogspot.com
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Comparison-Roe LDP and Crossfire 3.8
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On 7/10/2006
Stryker
wrote in from
United States
(207.175.nnn.nnn)
Ravn, Peters is the oly person I know of that has ridding both decks extensively. He will be the one to get feedback from. I believe that it all depends on personal prefence. They are both killer decks! L8er John
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flaeming
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On 7/10/2006 derek
wrote in from
United States
(67.170.nnn.nnn)
ravn-
that's awesome! nice work.
the pavement and scenery look great there. i can't wait to check out that trail! i'm planning an early summer trip out there, probably around mid june. erin said she's interested in getting out there as well...
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Skating in Flaeming
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On 7/10/2006
Ravn
wrote in from
Germany
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Skating video from Flaeming -
Click here for link
Best regards, Ravn.
PS: Nobody's got LDP experience with the Roe PS Crossfire? (see somewhere below)
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........and stuff
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On 7/10/2006 munchh
wrote in from
United Kingdom
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What i was trying to get at was, If it works for you, go head, if not try somthing else?
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How to Pump