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20 hillshire farm
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On 9/22/2001
farmer brown
wrote in from
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is there ne good hills in central new jersey in the howell or freehold area,if ne pppppllllleeeeeaaaassssseeeee tell me dudes!
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West Point, NY
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On 9/20/2001
Sean
wrote in from
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Anyone from New York know any good runs close to West Point? I go to school up here and there is this one hill that runs from right between the football stadium and the resevior down for >.5 miles. It's really smooth and has some nice speed to it along with curves. Not much traffic either if there isn't a football game going on. There are a few more hills around the campus, but if anyone could give me some spots around the area that are nice I'd appreciate it.
...Also any spots on Long Island? I'd love to find some new spots to go w/my little bro.
-peace
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Sundance, UT
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On 9/20/2001 C-Money
wrote in from
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wackyskate: thanks for the advice, and "you can call me anything you want, just don't call me late for cruizin' "
I'm up there Monday-Thursday, but Monday afternoon is the only free time, so hopefully can have some fun. I'll bring a speedboard, a carve board, and a slalom deck.
Thanks
carl
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skate sights 4 c-money (sundance & provo)
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On 9/19/2001 wackyskate
wrote in from
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may i call you c-$?...
here's the juice
~ @ sundance there are some tasty steep runs
drawbacks... narrow and blind corners around the
cabins & condos you might find some safer roadways
~ @ the canyon there is a trail which starts @ vivian park
next 2 bridal veil falls and meanders down the canyon
a nice mellow cruise on a paved path watch 4 cyclists
joggers & walkers... beautiful fall foliage this time o' year!
~ in the valley @ provo... check out temple hill
you can't miss it it literally is the hill where the
lds temple is a big building w/a tall gold spire
located @ 900 e. & 2200 n. ~ you get a double
shot of .5 milers on either side of the temple
very very wide 4 carvin' and limited traffic (easy
2 dodge w/the wide lanes)
~ behind the temple & up the hill@ 1450 e.
there is a nice long fairly steep 1.3 mile run
lot's o' carvin' should be ok 4 daytime
traffic just a residential area w/driveway traffic
~ also check out 300 s. and roughly1500 e.
it's a road which comes off the hill @ 300 s.
take 300 s. directly east up the mountain
and you are there... great run @ 1.5 miles
limited traffic watch 4 some blind corners
nice curves and fairly wide speed runs out
@ the bottom
that's a good mix...there are other runs a plenty but hard
2 describe there whereabouts... have fun & carve hard!!
~ i'd hook up w/you but i'm doing an allday acting workshop
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wollongong
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On 9/18/2001
skatedude
wrote in from
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as a full moon graced the sky in our great southern land(Australia) as we set off on an amazing journey.....anyway I'll cut the crap skating down mt keira rocks its 'bout 10ks and takes 'bout 30min.
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Colorado
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On 9/17/2001
David Eye
wrote in from
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I am from fort collins and have skated the northern passes,
or parts of them, for awhile now. Cameron Pass, where I backcountry ski is awesome for skating. Rabbit Ears has some nice stretches from the West Summit back down to the east(very do-able, good run-out). The West descent down into the Yampa valley and Steamboat would take some massive cahones (70 mph looks like no problem !). this has got to be one of the longer descents in the state (up there with Wolf Creek Pass). The last steep pitch (maybe the last 2 miles) looks more do-able and very fun. Problem is its a major highway, some traffic is always present and the
state patrol sits at the bottom for speeders often.
was just in Estes Park this weekend. I like some of the hills on the Glen Haven RD as you come into Estes.
Not super long or steep but good run-outs, and little traffic early in a.m. Also,when Trail Ridge Rd. closes at Many Parks Curve, often you can skate beyond the closure up
to Rainbow Curve (incredible view of the Mummy Range )then
run it all the way back down; maybe 5- miles ?). Oct-Nov
before the snow hits this part of the road is the time.
Another great one is the descent on The Peak-to Peak CO highway 7 from near Ward down to Peaceful Valley; it is about 5 miles long, is in very good shape and little traffic early. My friend , Pat Naylor who won the X-Games downhill inline race a few years ago trained up there.
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Santa Barbara CA
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On 9/14/2001
Diablo
wrote in from
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Yo all bombers in the SB area, anyone got some sic hills, maybe up in the back hills or behind motacieto?
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Colorado
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On 9/14/2001
robmc3
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I've been riding Vail pass a few years now, come out soon though we got snow abouta week ago. I got mad hills all over the Vail valley. Try the Silver Plume exit, not to steep but 5 lanes of fresh NO traffic! Beaver Creek is SICK! Any Co. sk8r's give a buzz and will do some hill tradn
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estes park, co
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On 9/14/2001
willieleon
wrote in from
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I've done that run, 24 years ago! I looked at it this summer and deceided not to do it again. Big pussy in my old age.
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Park City....Park Meadows, Utah.
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On 9/11/2001
Martin
wrote in from
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Anyone who has enjoyed Cambria will LOVE this spot!Just past the Park Meadows Golf Course and Country Club lies a group of roads built to service houses that won't be built for at least another year! Various gradients, steep, shallow, windy and all separate....and all supersmooth! The only time we have been disturbed is by an inquisitive cow, who comes over to watch whenever we skate! She doesn't seem that impressed, but usually hangs around quietly watching....(and learning?)
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grand junktown CO
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On 9/10/2001
C-bo
wrote in from
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Any Colorado longboarders out there want start riding mtn. passes?
I rode monarch pass real late a week ago. It was great, not much
traffic after midnight. I really want to ride some more passes.
And there is alot of um...anyone interested give me an e-mail.
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Rte. 220 South Roanoke, Virginia
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On 9/10/2001
Josh Doebert
wrote in from
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If you are heading out of Roanoke going towards Martinsville keep an eye out for the drain ditch on the right hand side of the road. It is about a 1/4 of a mile after 581 spills into 220. It is located near the new Lowes. There is also a storage facility in the vacinity and it is located right behind the bank and i think there is also an eye Dr's office. it is banked on both sides and then it curves right so there is a huge wall on the left side to control the water it then straightens back out. There are a few more of these in the area. Let me know if you need better directions or have any feedback on this spot.
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college hill providence
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On 9/8/2001
dan
wrote in from
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sk8 it at night during gravity games any other time will result in death
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Green Line Hill, Boston
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On 9/6/2001 Drake
wrote in from
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Willy, do you know of any other good spots? What about the one Ryan mentioned on the Green Line.
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Colorado/Sand Mountain
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On 9/5/2001
Duane Gabel
wrote in from
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Grinch,
No, I've never been sandboarding, but have wanted to try. I've heard the Sand Dunes Nat'l Monument near Alamosa is also a good spot. Where's Sand Mountain?
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colorado
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On 9/4/2001 grinch
wrote in from
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hey duane, have you taken any interest in sandboarding? sand mountain in colorado is a major spot for that sport. since it's all gravity based boardriding, could be worth looking into, i've been. shit, i'm still on this site and i'm supposed to be working, what was that about addictions?
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Arboretum
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On 9/4/2001
psYch0Lloyd
wrote in from
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There's a place out near Chicago that we like to skate that is also the... er, ahem, Arboretum (something-or-other). It's a well-kept secret for now because it is on private property. Hard to describe but this place has an open area with a relatively steep drop right next to a "roofed" area (open garage) for cyber (on both floors) or spectator viewing.
Anybody who visits our great city is welcome to contact us for a blindfolded Knucklehead escort to this secret location. It's my preferred driving method especially when I have a bad case of double vision!
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Estes Park, CO
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On 9/4/2001
Duane Gabel
wrote in from
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1 1/2-mile run on the west side of town, near Rocky Mtn. National Park. Just before the main entrance to the Park, turn left on the road that goes towards the YMCA Camp (Estes Park Center); the run starts just above the entrance to the Y. Drive the 1 1/2 or so miles to the Estes Park Campground, where the pavement ends. Again, fairly new asphalt (1-2 years old) and very smooth, but gets rough at the entrance to the Y. It was a bit fast for my abilities, as I haven't learned to slide yet. But, some of you more accomplished skaters who are comfortable at faster speeds might enjoy it. Also, look out for wildlife. In one run, I saw deer, coyote and a herd of elk.
E-mail me if you have any questions. Thanks!
Duane
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Arboretum
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On 9/4/2001
Willy
wrote in from
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Best way to the Arboretum is the Orange line to Forest Hills and walk up the Arborway and into the park.Best run is the Bussey Hill.There are maps all over so it's easy to find.I hear that John Gilmour and the slalom posse run cones there.I was there yesterday afternoon and the weather was perfect but not one skater.Just me and my dog.Email me if you're heading there to skate.
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tapo and cochran simi valley ca.
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On 8/31/2001 punk
wrote in from
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there a kickin little natural quarter pipe by the 76 station, police arent a problem, and its super clean and really smooth, a good street spot
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Arnold Arboretum
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On 8/30/2001 Drake
wrote in from
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Hmmm this could be tough. Its right off the Jamaica Way which turns in to the Arbor Way in Jamaica Plain. So you want to go past Fenway park and hop on there, thats if you have a car. By train I think if you took the Green line, I think the E line. According to the MBTA map it ends at the Arborway. I think you would have to walk/skate over to the Arboretum. When you get off just ask someone where it is. Sorry I can't be more specific. I don't know the green line that well. If you get over there and see a guy with a 60 inch pintail (limited edition made by a local) then say hello. I have seen another skater there, but never really talked to him, cause he was leaving. Its worth the trek, make a day out of it. Just be aware of the West Nile Virus and mosquitos.
By the way if you take a bus to Arlington Heights and jump on the bike path from there (its behind the Trader Joes) there is a slight downhill grade (not noticible to the eye) but you can practically cruise all the way to Arlington Center with not many kicks. Oh yeah this is heading back towards Somerville. Does that make any sense? Your talking about the Minuteman Bike Path right? Well if not, then you should try that if the T is your mode of transportation.
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Boston
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On 8/30/2001
Ryan Charland
wrote in from
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Hey Drake-
I've only been longboarding for about 5 months. Last winter was my first season snowboarding (never ski'd either) and I wanted something to do in the summer to keep my balance sharp and maybe start working on goofy stance (I'm regular). I've got a freeride crosstown with exkate trucks (the exkates rock!).
Anyways I stick mostly to the Davis Square area where I live and there are some decent hills and pavement but around but nothing longer the 2/10ths of a mile that I've seen. Other than what I mentioned before I'll do that path that goes through Davis and out into Arlington every once in a while. Haven't branched out much besides that.
Could you give directions to that Arboretum, is it near a T stop? Thanks!
-ryan
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Arnold Arboretum in Jamaica Plain Mass
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On 8/30/2001 Drake
wrote in from
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Wow someone from Mass that rides a longskate! I have been riding them around here for 5 years and have only seen a handful of riders. I have found some good spots in Brookline and Brighton. Not sure where that green line spot could be? Must be in Brookline, but if thats the case its not that great. If you remember the area I may be able to help.
I skate at the Arnold Arboretum in Jamaica Plain as often as I can. It kicks ass. Closed to traffic, a long winding paved hill that is two lanes wide. I am not sure how long it is but it takes about two minutes to carve to the bottom. You can bomb it or carve it, its pretty mellow. There is another hill in another section park that is a bit sketchy, steeper, more blind corners. Watch out for dogs, and people walking, as it gets really crowded.
What do you ride Ryan? Know any other good spots?
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Packard Ave, Somerville MA
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On 8/30/2001
Ryan Charland
wrote in from
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Packard Ave on the campus of Tufts is the best I've found in the Somerville/Boston area. Mem Drive on Sundays is ok for mellow cruising. Alrington Rd which feeds onto Mass Ave near Porter Square is narrow but a good hill run as well. Anyone else have other recommendations for Boston/Somerville?
I actually talked to someone who flagged me down while I was riding to check out my board and he said he used to board on some long hill that followed one of the T green lines (>1 mile run according to him). He said he would catch the T outbound (free) and then board back inbound. I totally spaced it and forgot to ask him the stops. doh! Anyone have any idea where this might be?
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Newburyport Mass and Hyde Park Mass
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On 8/30/2001 Drake
wrote in from
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Not a review because I am awful at vert and afraid to hit these parks, but for anyone interested in new concrete there is a huge new all concrete skatepark in Newburyport Mass, and a nice smaller concrete park in Hyde Park, Mass. The Newbury one has two big bowls, and a middle street section with banked sides. The Hyde Park one has a street section and a nice bowl. Check out www.skatespots.com for info. Scroll down for newburyport, click on user submissions for Hyde park.
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