SkiboardPlanet.com 2010 US OPEN

[bec2745]

I'm sure a lot of you guys got the email this morning. But for those of you who didnt Hershel is starting up a little discussion over on skiboardplanet.com

http://skiboardplanet.com/e107_plugins/forum/forum.php

for the 2010 US Open. Just take a look at the thread from last years event to see how awesome it was if you weren't there last year.

[DennisEvans]

Is it going to be that ridiculously low price of $80 again?

[bec2745]

well read yo emails...

thats what he was talking about. they covered about 35% of the costs last year so they are lookng to see where they can do to keep it at or around 'the rediculously low price of $80'

[ElkCloner]

So if they don't, the price could go up to $100-$120?

That's not terrible.

It costs that much to ski two days at my local hills

[bec2745]

i suppose so. im not entirely sure how all the costs break down exactly but that price range is still good i agree especially since thats what we paid for lodging alone at jay jam

go put in your input on there forum so we can get the best deal possible. i know he said he checks that alot more often than here

[winterparkrider]

I think the comp will have some mor ridres this year, I wasnt there but my frinds were. hope to be there myself

[DennisEvans]

If I can make it I will do Cross and Slopestyle if it is a comp this year, right now it's not listed as one.

[bec2745]

"We're planning for next year!
Posted by Admin - Friday 17 July 2009 - 07:54:07

It's been quiet around here, but things are starting to pick up. We're in the planning stages for the 2010 US Open. Recently an email was sent out to all of our members, but just in case you're not a member here's the story. We're negotiating for late February or early March. I've been in touch with Ragged Mountain already. I'll be going out to spend some time with our friends there very soon.

Our format will change a bit this year, we're trying for 4 separate competitions:

Skiboard Cross, Fakie Parallel Slalom, Slopestyle, and a Rail Jam. We'll get more details out later.

We're planning for division placement. The "Pros", the "Ams" (amateur) and the "Kids" (anyone under 14), for each competition. It's a better chance for those of you who are not supported by a label to place in the event.

Of course this year Skiboard Planet will have a green team just as we did last year.

We'll be getting back soon with more details....so get ready, it's really just right around the corner!" -- Skiboardplanet.com


Both are listed my friend. But if your going to do those two you might as well just do all 4.

[DennisEvans]

I guess so then, good call. Fakie slalom is going to actually take some hard work for me to be able to do but I will try it...woo, this is shaping up to be an amazing looking trip.

Is there some way I could car pool with you again?

[CrazyBoy-1]

As long as you guys don't end up in Canada again.

[DennisEvans]

you are a funny funny man

[ElkCloner]

Heck yes Skiboard-X

[bec2745]

Cant we just let bygons be bygons with the whole canada thing....? haha

Sure well figure out the ride situation again this year. I plan on driving again and still dont mide driving/pivking up whomever needs it. Hopefully santa gets me a new GPS. Who knows maybe we can make a new story to forget about the whole canada thing... as long as it dosnt invole mexico.

[DennisEvans]

Lets stay out of the creepy sections of NY this time...some odd characters there were in that situation.

[adeehr]

Lets stay out of the creepy sections of NY this time...some odd characters there were in that situation.

Are you sure it wasn't you guys that were the odd ones....no really....you have all your teeth don't you?? :D

[ElkCloner]

http://www.mountainwanderer.com/tuckerman.jpg

If we go, I demand a detour to Tuckerman Ravine

[DennisEvans]

http://www.mountainwanderer.com/tuckerman.jpg

If we go, I demand a detour to Tuckerman Ravine

Must ride...need to ride so bad

[NHisfun]

march is a good time to ski tuck's

and new info up on this years event on the site

[SkaFreak]

Any idea when the registration forms will be due? I doubt I'll have enough time or money to make it, but just in case...

[Davelynam]

hopefully ill be able to compete in stead of judging this year... even tho judging was a cool change of pace. please pray that there is no reason that i would HAVE to judge

[DennisEvans]

hopefully ill be able to compete in stead of judging this year... even tho judging was a cool change of pace. please pray that there is no reason that i would HAVE to judge

Man you need to be healthy...need to get a couple runs in with you this year.

[ElkCloner]

Any idea when the registration forms will be due? I doubt I'll have enough time or money to make it, but just in case...

Last year it was March 1st-ish.

Or thereabouts.

[winterparkrider]

Well ladies and gents I'm excited to tell you that I will be joining in the fun and competition in march at the us skiboard open.. I have already got my tickets and set up lodging. sorry I wont be at the bunk house but I will have family and girlfriend with me. And dave your kooky ass better be healthy. I think we should put on a good show. For those of you who havnt ridin with dave he is kind of a nut mixed with a cat. But as for riding tucks, I gew up just hours from there and let me tell you tucks in march is no joke. I will have one day after the comp to do something. If a few of you want to do it heres the deal. you will need beacon, prob ,and shovel. Let me know as it gets closer if you guys are serious

[DennisEvans]

Well ladies and gents I'm excited to tell you that I will be joining in the fun and competition in march at the us skiboard open.. I have already got my tickets and set up lodging. sorry I wont be at the bunk house but I will have family and girlfriend with me. And dave your kooky ass better be healthy. I think we should put on a good show. For those of you who havnt ridin with dave he is kind of a nut mixed with a cat. But as for riding tucks, I gew up just hours from there and let me tell you tucks in march is no joke. I will have one day after the comp to do something. If a few of you want to do it heres the deal. you will need beacon, prob ,and shovel. Let me know as it gets closer if you guys are serious

Sounds like tuck is going to be out of my price range this year lol...good to have you aboard.

[hn03076]

I'm sure a lot of you guys got the email this morning. But for those of you who didnt Hershel is starting up a little discussion over on skiboardplanet.com

http://skiboardplanet.com/e107_plugins/forum/forum.php

for the 2010 US Open. Just take a look at the thread from last years event to see how awesome it was if you weren't there last year.

It's on for March 13-14 at Ragged Mountain. See SkiboardPlanet (http://skiboardplanet.com) for details...

[CrazyBoy-1]

Hey Hershel, is there any way for non-competing skiboarders to get in on the lodging deal? I'd love to get my whole family up for the event (I just got them on skiboards last year), but my dad would be the only one besides myself who could actually compete. My mom and sisters are ok to get down a slope and observe, but they're not at a level to compete in any of the events. Just curious.

[hn03076]

hopefully ill be able to compete in stead of judging this year... even tho judging was a cool change of pace. please pray that there is no reason that i would HAVE to judge

I'd really enjoy seeing you compete, although I may need a little help in certain areas anyway....ITS ON MAN!!

[hn03076]

Hey Hershel, is there any way for non-competing skiboarders to get in on the lodging deal? I'd love to get my whole family up for the event (I just got them on skiboards last year), but my dad would be the only one besides myself who could actually compete. My mom and sisters are ok to get down a slope and observe, but they're not at a level to compete in any of the events. Just curious.

I won't know how many beds are open, where we stay is a big bunk house. But I know there is an extra room upstairs. Let me contact the resort and see about guests. We may be able to get them group rate ski passes as well... let me check into it...

[CrazyBoy-1]

Ok, thanks. I remembered that last year half of the bunkhouse was competitors and half was "family," so I wanted to see what things would be like this year.

[hn03076]

Ok, thanks. I remembered that last year half of the bunkhouse was competitors and half was "family," so I wanted to see what things would be like this year.

Actually, last year was a noisy room and a quite room...not just family. There were youth competing who needed to be in bed by a certain time. And for us older folks it was a more quite space to try to sleep. We also kept the SkiboardPlanet event workers in that room and also housed our guests from World Skiboard.

I did talk to the resort. They said sure, bring them along, but it's all bunkhouse oriented lodging. We won't have access to any other rooms on any other floors until our floor is full. If they are with our group we can get group rate for lift for them.

[CrazyBoy-1]

Actually, last year was a noisy room and a quite room...not just family. There were youth competing who needed to be in bed by a certain time. And for us older folks it was a more quite space to try to sleep. We also kept the SkiboardPlanet event workers in that room and also housed our guests from World Skiboard.

I did talk to the resort. They said sure, bring them along, but it's all bunkhouse oriented lodging. We won't have access to any other rooms on any other floors until our floor is full. If they are with our group we can get group rate for lift for them.

Awesome, I'll pass that on, and let them decide if they want to join. If there will be a "quiet" room again this year, I think they'll be interested.

Thanks for looking into that for me.

[hn03076]

Registrations can be initiated online at SkiboardPlanet.com (http://skiboardplanet.com). We also have a PAY NOW button that you can use to pay through PayPal (and we accept credit card payments as well).

Visit us to complete your registrations!

[capkidgraf]

maybe this year the fakie down hill won't just turn into a "see who can do the slowest and not eat s*$t fakie race"..... but I think there should be another unofficial chinese fakie downhill.... or just a chinese downhill..... that was wicked fun..... and rumor has it that this year raggeds putting in a big air park and we'll actually be allowed to use the boarder cross after the comp.... cause last year they closed it off after the race.

[DennisEvans]

Registrations can be initiated online at SkiboardPlanet.com (http://skiboardplanet.com). We also have a PAY NOW button that you can use to pay through PayPal (and we accept credit card payments as well).

Visit us to complete your registrations!

When do we need to register by

[capkidgraf]

those of you who need lodging for families my rents own an inn which is literally like 3 minutes from ragged and I could prob get you a pretty good deal.... did I mention that there's a German restaurant and wicked good drinks there too (event though I'm too young to drink) contact me and I can try to get families a deal my email is capkidgraf@yahoo.com

[bec2745]

those of you who need lodging for families my rents own an inn which is literally like 3 minutes from ragged and I could prob get you a pretty good deal.... did I mention that there's a German restaurant and wicked good drinks there too (event though I'm too young to drink) contact me and I can try to get families a deal my email is capkidgraf@yahoo.com

well lodging in the bunkhouse is included in your registration i believe.

[capkidgraf]

that is true.... lol
I didn't see the rest of that convo
so I guess I jumped the horse on that one
lol.... how much is registration for someone
who doesn't need lift tickets, lodging, or food?

[hn03076]

maybe this year the fakie down hill won't just turn into a "see who can do the slowest and not eat s*$t fakie race"..... but I think there should be another unofficial chinese fakie downhill.... or just a chinese downhill..... that was wicked fun..... and rumor has it that this year raggeds putting in a big air park and we'll actually be allowed to use the boarder cross after the comp.... cause last year they closed it off after the race.

Actually, Bubba, last years event in Fakie was to see who could actually RIDE fakie and who actually had talent and could take on a real course with gates and not just slide downhill backwards.

Ragged has a policy of no chinese downhills.

[bec2745]

that is true.... lol
I didn't see the rest of that convo
so I guess I jumped the horse on that one
lol.... how much is registration for someone
who doesn't need lift tickets, lodging, or food?

in his email he said that the registration could not be broken up. they book the even as a whole and get an inclusive rate for everything that wre need for the weekend. so i would say that it is likely that you will have to end up paying the full 110 but it wouldnt hurt to send hershel an email and see. i would also suggest staying in the bunkhouse for the good times and comrodery

[CrazyBoy-1]

Ragged has a policy of no chinese downhills.

Which we, of course, adhere to strictly.

[hn03076]

This guys is an employee at Ragged who lives right down the road. They get free lift tickets and he wouldn't need a place to stay. For this I can make a special arrangement because his cost is covered by the resort. Bubba, I'll get back with you away from the forum.

[hn03076]

Oh, and hey Brian! What's shakin man?

[capkidgraf]

aight hershel... It would be pretty fun though to hang out at the mountian for the weekend..... and by that time my family may have moved to newhampton so idk.... I'll see what happens..... and that's lame that ragged doesn't allow chinese fake downhills...

[bec2745]

Oh, and hey Brian! What's shakin man?

not much. been pretty good. going to enjoy a nice turkeyt day and my birthday on saturday. should be an eventuful weekend. Did you text me sometime this week? i got a text saying something about skiboarding and couldnt reply cause i was at work. now i cant find it anymore.

i will cease the thread jack here. lo siento

[CrazyBoy-1]

Well, it looks like I may not make it up after all. I have a wedding on that Friday that's in the evening, so I'd have to drive pretty much overnight to get up there. I'm willing to do that, but I may also have something else in the works. Much as I was looking forward to doing skiboard cross again, I don't really want to wear myself too thin. I'm already going to Jay and Bohemia, so I may just have to be content with that.

[ElkCloner]

I'd be down for an overnight to Ragged, would save me a vacation day at work.

Lemme know what happens

[JPARK]

maybe this year the fakie down hill won't just turn into a "see who can do the slowest and not eat s*$t fakie race"..... but I think there should be another unofficial chinese fakie downhill.... or just a chinese downhill..... that was wicked fun..... and rumor has it that this year raggeds putting in a big air park and we'll actually be allowed to use the boarder cross after the comp.... cause last year they closed it off after the race.

what's the difference bw fakie down hill and chinese downhill??

[CrazyBoy-1]

Ok Brick, I'll keep you posted. If I know I'll have someone to split gas with, that would definitely make things easier.

Jpark, fakie just means going down backwards. Last year we did timed runs through a gated course. This year it looks like it will be one on one. A chinese downhill is basically a free-for-all. Everyone starts at the top, you get one push-off, and then you just bomb your way down the hill. The first one to the bottom wins.

[hn03076]

what's the difference bw fakie down hill and chinese downhill??

Our Fakie is a competition gated Parallel Slalom this year. Last year the resort wouldn't allow us to do a straight fakie downhill...insurance reasons. But, after we did a single gated fakie they agreed to let us do a parallel heat course slalom style.

Fakie Gated Parallel Slalom - you get to compete against each other. We'll draw straws...

Oh, and chinese downhill is forward...fakie downhill is backwards...

[JPARK]

Our Fakie is a competition gated Parallel Slalom this year. Last year the resort wouldn't allow us to do a straight fakie downhill...insurance reasons. But, after we did a single gated fakie they agreed to let us do a parallel heat course slalom style.

Fakie Gated Parallel Slalom - you get to compete against each other. We'll draw straws...

Oh, and chinese downhill is forward...fakie downhill is backwards...

wow that's gonna be intense haha

[Davelynam]

^ yup

[hn03076]

^ yup

Hey buddy...

[harrysiii]

just signed up and paid. pumped up to be there overnight this year! maybe i can actually get more practice in and learn some stuff from you guys. :)

[harrysiii]

oh yeah, if anyone needs a ride from my area, let me know.

[JPARK]

I am planning how to get there

I found round-trip plane ticket to MHT for about $200.
Takes only one hour from BWI. (Baltimore)
It will take 8 hrs if I drive. and about 500 miles. I guess driving is cheaper but it's too long of a drive.

so if anyone's planning on driving from MD, PA, NJ, or NY. I might be able to drive upto where you are and join you there??
if we split gases it'll save lots of money i think =)
my car is only 2 wheel so i am afraid to take my car all the way up there.
so yeah...

let me know. once my ride is set, I am ready to register! =)

[harrysiii]

are there any rules against (or objections) to me bringing a snowboarding friend? who knows...maybe we can get him on up skiboards...he's never skiid though (or any other like sport either).

[Davelynam]

jpark, if you can make it to my house, i can take you

[hn03076]

are there any rules against (or objections) to me bringing a snowboarding friend? who knows...maybe we can get him on up skiboards...he's never skiid though (or any other like sport either).

No problem, if he's with us he'll have to pay to stay in the lodge (I'll work that out with you offline) and I can get him group rate on passes. But to compete you have to be on skiboards...

[JPARK]

jpark, if you can make it to my house, i can take you

that would be great! we can save some gas money together.
=)
PMed you.
thanks

[tyberesk]

I'm going to need a ride from NH to Burlington if that is possible at all?

[millet]

Bought my plane ticket. I will be there. First comp ever. Can we get an attendee list started here or on the SP site? I'm curious.

[hn03076]

Hey guys, just wanted to put a reminder out there not to forget to register. We're receiving registrations everyday, I'll post up a list next week.

Just so that everyone knows, Sonia (Romania) is returning, Sergey, Nkita, and Mikhail (from Russia) are coming, I heard from Martins Miculus, he said that he and Tenis Dimants (both from Latvia) are coming and our great friends Jason and Serge (Canada) will be back.

So our US Open this year is expanding to be truly international...it gives us a great outlook toward the future.

So let's get registered (and paid for, lol) and let's go out and have a good time!

New postings to come out on SkiboardPlanet.com soon!

Hershel

[DennisEvans]

Hersh, you mind if we wait a couple weeks for my money, I'm going to pay you with my next check

[hn03076]

Hersh, you mind if we wait a couple weeks for my money, I'm going to pay you with my next check

dude, you're fine!

[CrazyBoy-1]

I really want to make it up, but I'll have to see if I can spare the cash. I have Jay next weekend, and the Midwest Meet is the weekend before the Open, so I'll be cutting it close. The skiboard-cross is calling to me. It's probably my favorite memory from last year.

[JPARK]

Hey guys, just wanted to put a reminder out there not to forget to register. We're receiving registrations everyday, I'll post up a list next week.

Just so that everyone knows, Sonia (Romania) is returning, Sergey, Nkita, and Mikhail (from Russia) are coming, I heard from Martins Miculus, he said that he and Tenis Dimants (both from Latvia) are coming and our great friends Jason and Serge (Canada) will be back.

So our US Open this year is expanding to be truly international...it gives us a great outlook toward the future.

So let's get registered (and paid for, lol) and let's go out and have a good time!

New postings to come out on SkiboardPlanet.com soon!

Hershel

it's due Feb. 15th. correct?
I'll register after jay jam meet. =)

[CrazyBoy-1]

That's what I'm thinking of doing. I get paid on the 15th, so I'll be cutting it close.

[harrysiii]

That's what I'm thinking of doing. I get paid on the 15th, so I'll be cutting it close.

well, i guess if you guys don't go, I'll be one step closer to getting a medal :P

you better be there!

[ElkCloner]

well, i guess if you guys don't go, I'll be one step closer to getting a medal :P

you better be there!

Unless we crash again, haha.

[harrysiii]

haha yeah no kidding! i'm sure there will be plenty of that, too.

[ElkCloner]

Is the SkiboardX going to be held on 1 day or 2?

[ChaseMe]

I can't seem to dig up much info on this event. Am I missing something? The forum in post 1 seems pretty dead etc.

[harrysiii]

I can't seem to dig up much info on this event. Am I missing something? The forum in post 1 seems pretty dead etc.

go to www.skiboardplanet.com. there is some info there, but I do think Hershel posted more last year describing the event.

It's basically a couple of good days of riding and hanging out, with a few hours each day set aside for friendly competitions. If you sign up to compete, you can compete in any events you like, and compete as hard or as easy as you want.

The slopestyle competition was also judged separately for amateur and pro.

hope to see you there!

[harrysiii]

I can't seem to dig up much info on this event. Am I missing something? The forum in post 1 seems pretty dead etc.

actually, if you scroll down a little on that page you'll see the info of what's happening - sorry Hershel! lol

[Paul]

My girlfriend and I might take the ferry across the sound and drive up. Question, if my girlfriend snowboards and doesn't want to compete in anything, can she still partake in the 110 dollar ride/stay deal?

[harrysiii]

My girlfriend and I might take the ferry across the sound and drive up. Question, if my girlfriend snowboards and doesn't want to compete in anything, can she still partake in the 110 dollar ride/stay deal?

send hershel a message. he'll work with you to help make sure things work out. :)

[DennisEvans]

Hershel, man I've got a buddy that wants to come, when is the cutoff?

[JPARK]

Just paid and registered for US open!!

all ready!!!

can't wait to see all you guys again

Just gotta arrange the ride.
Dave Lynam, I am still going with you right?

[harrysiii]

Just paid and registered for US open!!

all ready!!!

can't wait to see all you guys again

awesome, dude!


Paul, make sure you bring your boards just in case. :) You never know...we can still ride with your girl, too. :) Maybe i'll bring my snowboard, too....doubtful. :)

[CrazyBoy-1]

Just registered and paid. I was up in the air for a bit, but after riding at Jay with everyone, I decided I couldn't pass up the opportunity to ride with a bunch of other skiboarders again. That, and watching the Winter Olympics has really made me want to do the skiboard cross again. Two full weekends of skiboarding, this is going to be interesting.

[harrysiii]

Just registered and paid. I was up in the air for a bit, but after riding at Jay with everyone, I decided I couldn't pass up the opportunity to ride with a bunch of other skiboarders again. That, and watching the Winter Olympics has really made me want to do the skiboard cross again. Two full weekends of skiboarding, this is going to be interesting.

wicked! can't wait.

[Davelynam]

jpark, ive got you

[CrazyBoy-1]

I'm just going to have to make sure I get plenty of sleep Thursday night. I'll be leaving right after a wedding Friday evening, and I most likely won't get up to Ragged until the wee hours of the morning Saturday.

[winterparkrider]

I cant wait to see all of the new and old friends. I havnt been around that many skiboarders since the romaina open. How many people are planning on competeing in the pro catagory?

[hn03076]

Hershel, man I've got a buddy that wants to come, when is the cutoff?


As long as your registering I'll keep it open...right now the count is 30...

[Paul]

March 14th is Steak and BJ day...


Steak and BJ... or Skiboarding.... hmmm..

http://www.steakandbjday.com/

[hn03076]

I'm just going to have to make sure I get plenty of sleep Thursday night. I'll be leaving right after a wedding Friday evening, and I most likely won't get up to Ragged until the wee hours of the morning Saturday.

Dude make your trip, you know the way, if you want we'll get you a cot in the quiet room...lol, I'm bringing like 2 cases of earplugs for anyone and everyone!!
Glad you can make it!

[hn03076]

jpark, ive got you

flexidave...thanks man!!

[hn03076]

I cant wait to see all of the new and old friends. I havnt been around that many skiboarders since the romaina open. How many people are planning on competeing in the pro catagory?

Bring it on man!

[CrazyBoy-1]

Dude make your trip, you know the way, if you want we'll get you a cot in the quiet room...lol, I'm bringing like 2 cases of earplugs for anyone and everyone!!
Glad you can make it!

If you can have a spot in the quiet room for me, that would be awesome. I'm not sure exactly when I'll be getting in, but if there's a spot ready for me near a door, I can just slip in and crash for a couple hours.

[bec2745]

Whats the break down for the pro/am divisions. obviously R8 riders in Pro but what about Flow team? or is it up to them?

[ElkCloner]

As long as your registering I'll keep it open...right now the count is 30...

Good, because I can't get a straight answer from my boss on whether or not I can be off that weekend.


So...I think I'd much rather film the comp than participate, yes?

[CrazyBoy-1]

No, you must at least participate in the skiboard cross. That is the only stipulation.

[Talon]

People keep asking me if im going. so im trying to decide fast.. you guys need to give me motivation to spend the money and go.. all i have are old mike nick pros so im a lil iffy. i need a ride as well. any comments?

[ElkCloner]

People keep asking me if im going. so im trying to decide fast.. you guys need to give me motivation to spend the money and go.. all i have are old mike nick pros so im a lil iffy. i need a ride as well. any comments?

You can borrow my BWPs for the weekend

[Talon]

thanks brick, but i got boards now.. and i have a ride. all i have to do it check with mi madre and if its a go ill be there

[Talon]

Its official.. im paid, and have a ride. I Guess i gotta go practice up, so after this rain i will be out at bear creek alot. Ill see you guys there peacee

[CrazyBoy-1]

Welcome aboard, Talon. Glad everything worked out so you could make it.

Hopefully we can ride at BC Saturday. I hope the rain doesn't do too much damage.

[ElkCloner]

Still up in the air

[hn03076]

Whats the break down for the pro/am divisions. obviously R8 riders in Pro but what about Flow team? or is it up to them?

Each rider will note in their registration which group they will compete with and against. And, there are other pros that don't ride for Revel8 that will be competing in that division. It's on!

[Dave Bloom]

Are company flow teams definitely competing as amateurs?

[ElkCloner]

Officially out. Sorry. My grades are hurting too much.

[gunzeus]

i really wanted to go but my bro wouldn't take me :P:mad:

[hn03076]

Are company flow teams definitely competing as amateurs?

As I stated above, each rider selects the division they want to compete in with registration.

[CrazyBoy-1]

Will the schedule be the same as last year with slopestyle on Saturday and skiboard-x on Sunday?

Sorry you can't make it, Brick. Hopefully Bohemia will be awesome enough to compensate.

[hn03076]

Will the schedule be the same as last year with slopestyle on Saturday and skiboard-x on Sunday?

Sorry you can't make it, Brick. Hopefully Bohemia will be awesome enough to compensate.

Slopestyle, Big Air, Rail Jam on Saturday
Cross, Fakie Parallel Slalom on Sunday

[CrazyBoy-1]

Awesome, that means that I'll be able to have a decent night's sleep before the skiboard cross. I should be able to function enough on Saturday to get up and down the mountain to spectate for the park events on a couple hours sleep. I want to be well rested for skiboard-x though, since that's the event I'm concentrating on.

[Dave Bloom]

8 days and counting . . . . . . . . . .

[winterparkrider]

I look forward to meeting the new generation of skiboarders and letting them see how us old guys take care of bussines

[Davelynam]

i like skiboarding with people

[Dave Bloom]

What about us old guys who are apart of the new generation?

[Dave Bloom]

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[harrysiii]

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hahahha omfg!

[DennisEvans]

haha
I wish I had a gym membership

[hn03076]

what about us old guys who are apart of the new generation?

amen brother...

[hn03076]

that vid is great!

[winterparkrider]

the vid is funny and by old guys I meant competeing pros. I think me and serge are the oldest. and hes older than me.

[Davelynam]

i feel like i should be older

[Dave Bloom]

Dave, your an adult in a little boy's body.
Brett, your name's going to get dropped in the next vid :P

[winterparkrider]

I want my bib singed by all you guys by the end of sunday. I am gunna hang it on the wall with my medals..

[DennisEvans]

In 100% kids, going to be ill.

[Dave Bloom]

Next to the bib and your silver medals you can hang the picture of me passing you in the boardercross ;)

[winterparkrider]

well you might want to strap on some real man boards if you want any sort of chance at not taking my rooster tail in the face the whole way down...thats even if your close enough to see it.

[Davelynam]

Gom... REally excited your coming.... how are you getting up there?

[DennisEvans]

Gom... REally excited your coming.... how are you getting up there?

Driving to Brian and riding with him

[Dave Bloom]

Haha. Did you attach a walker to your boards Sara Connor? I hope that's rooster tail and not you spraying your shorts as I pass by you. but, in all seriousness. I landed on my bad knee again today trying out a brand new grind. So, I'll take a new knee, and some new boards (cracked another one). All comped of course, courtesy of Sara...Sinead...Brett "Condor" Connor.

[tyberesk]

it'll be nice to see everyone again, it has been far too long.

[CrazyBoy-1]

After spending three days at Bohemia, I'm even more excited to ride with everyone at Ragged. I'm hoping to be up there with you "old guys" in the skiboard cross.

Hershel, don't forget to save a bed for me in the quiet room, so I can crash whenever I get up there Friday night.

[hn03076]

Serge Maheu Pro
Jason Roussel Pro
Dave Lynam Pro
Kirk Thompson Pro
Mark Carraro Pro
Branden Harding Pro
Brett Connor Pro
Sonja Dragan Pro
Sergey Agapov Pro
Zacchaeus Graf
Chris Smith
Dennis Evans
Joey Anczarski
Julie Allan
Harry Smith
Lauren Sartori
Tye Bereskie
Nicolas DiCicco
Tim Miller
Tim Miller
Brian Combs
Kirk Schrekengost
Ty Bereskie
Dave Bloom
Jeoho Park
Tim Shenk
Andy Martone
Shane Feyers
Talon Seitzinger
Dakota Harding
Paul Orr
Duncan McNaughton Youth
Salihah Bogner Youth
Tanner Bogner Youth

[hn03076]

[QUOTE=
Hershel, don't forget to save a bed for me in the quiet room, so I can crash whenever I get up there Friday night.[/QUOTE]

Room I was in last year...I'll make sure the bed by the door is available...

[harrysiii]

Tim Miller is so good he's going twice!

[JPARK]

Serge Maheu Pro
Jason Roussel Pro
Dave Lynam Pro
Kirk Thompson Pro
Mark Carraro Pro
Branden Harding Pro
Brett Connor Pro
Sonja Dragan Pro
Sergey Agapov Pro
Zacchaeus Graf
Chris Smith
Dennis Evans
Joey Anczarski
Julie Allan
Harry Smith
Lauren Sartori
Tye Bereskie
Nicolas DiCicco
Tim Miller
Tim Miller
Brian Combs
Kirk Schrekengost
Ty Bereskie
Dave Bloom
Jeoho Park
Tim Shenk
Andy Martone
Shane Feyers
Talon Seitzinger
Dakota Harding
Paul Orr
Duncan McNaughton Youth
Salihah Bogner Youth
Tanner Bogner Youth

wow there's no medal opportunity for me
oh well
let's just have fun

[CrazyBoy-1]

Room I was in last year...I'll make sure the bed by the door is available...

Awesome, can't wait!

[DennisEvans]

Awesome, can't wait!

You said it bro. I've got to chill with everyone again.

[winterparkrider]

so are we mixing am and pro in cross cause if not dave wont be able to get smoked by a condor.

[Davelynam]

i think the pro and am are only for slopestyle

[Dave Bloom]

Even if isn't mixed, can we make an exception so I can clip the Condor's wings?

[JPARK]

i think the pro and am are only for slopestyle

are you serious?


btw
what happens if it rains all weekend....
it doesn't look good according to weather.com
(i know weather.com is not reliable. but you never know)

[c-smithy]

what happens if it rains all weekend....
it doesn't look good according to weather.com
(i know weather.com is not reliable. but you never know)

we ride in the rain

[Dave Bloom]

It'll look really sexy, riding in the rain.

[Davelynam]

wet tall tee comp?

[Dave Bloom]

Wet tee comp ;) haha

[ElkCloner]

:(

have fun guys. At least I made it to the first one.

[winterparkrider]

it looks like a wet slushy weekend. dont forget the polypro. hope you guys arent scared of a little water

[CrazyBoy-1]

Hopefully we end up on the good side of that 50% chance of showers. This could be very interesting.

[Talon]

I hate rain period

[winterparkrider]

no one likes to compete in the rain but at least it will be kind warm. 45 -50 deg. this is gunna be a mess. i cant wait. just had my boards race tuned for slushy conditions.

[Mark]

Where's waldo?

[c-smithy]

Where's waldo?

i never was good at finding him

[Dave Bloom]

They have special classrooms for people like you.

[ElkCloner]

They have special classrooms for people like you.

Are you one of the teachers?

[hn03076]

Clarification -

There are PRO/AM/YOUTH divisions in
Slopestyle
Cross
Fakie Parallel Slalom

So, the pros ride against the pros, ams against the ams, and youth against the youth!!

Big Air (or whats left of the jump) gets 1 prize - winner
Rail Jam gets 1 prize - winner

[CrazyBoy-1]

So it looks like Brett and Dave may have to settle things with an impromptu Chinese Downhill?

[bec2745]

So it looks like Brett and Dave may have to settle things with an impromptu Chinese Downhill?

no i vote cage match

[bec2745]

also anyone getting there early tomorrow there are free wings 4-5pm at the restaurant i guess.


http://www.raggedmountainresort.com/event/2010-03-12/60.html

[DennisEvans]

also anyone getting there early tomorrow there are free wings 4-5pm at the restaurant i guess.


http://www.raggedmountainresort.com/event/2010-03-12/60.html

Brian, when I get to you all we I will be saying is "Mr. Warf, TAKE US TO WARP SPEED!!!" and we can get there and eat wings with the others. We need to cut 3 hours out of the driving time somehow thought...hmmm

[Dave Bloom]

Yesssss, I get to fight in a cage match AND get free wings. *a single tear rolls down my right cheek* Is there anything else...*sniffles* a man... *sniffles* could ask for? *bites lip and slowly exhales*

[Talon]

Dave just rolled up to my house now.. Im outy. Cya in NH

[Paul]

My girlfriend and I are coming to spectate, but we will be on our snowboards!

[CrazyBoy-1]

Home again, home again, jiggedy jig

[DennisEvans]

Just got home

[Davelynam]

Im glad you came gom. it was great to ride with you

[harrysiii]

Excellent success! It was great to ride with you all again and meet all who I hadn't met. Truly was a pleasure and a great group!

[DennisEvans]

Im glad you came gom. it was great to ride with you

No problem man, even when I move out west I'll still be coming back to Jay Jam and the US Open for sure

[JoeyAncz]

Great event again this year!!!!!!:D it was awesome riding with everyone.
cant wait for vids n pics.

Thanks to everyone at skiboardplanet.com!!

Id also like to thank gom for letting me (and almost everyone else) use his waxing supplies.
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[Davelynam]

what a great weekend. had a lot of fun with everyone as usual. lots of props to the ams that competed.

Got to put out the biggest thanks to Hershel, Norm, and everyone that helped with the competition. Skiboardplanet has put on one of the best get-togethers for two years in a row now.
cant wait till next year...

Hershel is the man.... do i hear a second?

[harrysiii]

haha. do you even have to ask, Dave? of course i second that one! :)

[mctwist311]

Everthing /¦\ he said thanx hershel Norman and everyone else involved or who contributed.

[JPARK]

Thanks to everyone!! such a great trip again

[Dave Bloom]

Much thanks goes out to Hersh, Norm, and everyone who put it all together. I don't even know where to start. You all made everything come together so well. I can't wait until next year and all the surprises it has in store. Thank you also to everyone who rode, judged, and came to hang out. I love meeting up with you all. There is never a dull a moment. I loved getting together with old friends and making new friends in the process. Also, a big thanks to Jack, Morgan, Peach, 151, MJ, Russian Vodka, Rockstar, Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Revel8, Enurshia, and Skiboard Planet for sponsoring this event, each in your own special way. I'll raise a glass to great times now, and many more in the future. Thank you all :)

[JPARK]

Much thanks goes out to Hersh, Norm, and everyone who put it all together. I don't even know where to start. You all made everything come together so well. I can't wait until next year and all the surprises it has in store. Thank you also to everyone who rode, judged, and came to hang out. I love meeting up with you all. There is never a dull a moment. I loved getting together with old friends and making new friends in the process. Also, a big thanks to Jack, Morgan, Peach, 151, MJ, Russian Vodka, Rockstar, Pepsi, Mountain Dew, Revel8, Enurshia, and Skiboard Planet for sponsoring this event, each in your own special way. I'll raise a glass to great times now, and many more in the future. Thank you all :)

I loved how we got live music was going on lol
that was fun
we got lots of musicians

[mom2kazkid]

I want to say a big thank you to all the am's and pro's that cheered on, encouraged, helped, guided, and watched out for my little riders Tanner and Salihah. You helped make their weekend extra special.

For those of you that don't already know Salihah broke her ankle when she fell trying to get back to the fakie course after her race. She has traded in her skiboards for a pair of crutches and a nice blue cast. Tanner ended up with head trauma and a concussion from the fall he took at the end of the fakie slalom course. A CT scan was taken of his brain and was normal (thank god) but the doc says it will take some time for him to get back to his usual self. He's had a headache, dizziness, and numb fingers since yesterday. They both missed school today for obvious reasons but are totally stoked about wearing their US Skiboard Open t-shirts and showing off their medals and signed posters to all their friends when they go back. Despite their injuries they had tons of fun.

A special thank you goes to Duncan for trying to help them both after each of their falls.

[DennisEvans]

I want to say a big thank you to all the am's and pro's that cheered on, encouraged, helped, guided, and watched out for my little riders Tanner and Salihah. You helped make their weekend extra special.

For those of you that don't already know Salihah broke her ankle when she fell trying to get back to the fakie course after her race. She has traded in her skiboards for a pair of crutches and a nice blue cast. Tanner ended up with head trauma and a concussion from the fall he took at the end of the fakie slalom course. A CT scan was taken of his brain and was normal (thank god) but the doc says it will take some time for him to get back to his usual self. He's had a headache, dizziness, and numb fingers since yesterday. They both missed school today for obvious reasons but are totally stoked about wearing their US Skiboard Open t-shirts and showing off their medals and signed posters to all their friends when they go back. Despite their injuries they had tons of fun.

A special thank you goes to Duncan for trying to help them both after each of their falls.

Glad they are loving the sport, tell them to get better for me.

[dmacs mom]

Please tell Tanner & Salihah that Duncan feels horrible that they both got hurt...and it was a pleasure riding with them.

To all ya'll that took Duncan under your wings, he still hasn't touch the ground. This is such an incredible experience for the youths. You truly inspire them and make for great roll models. Thanks for welcoming me into the group too!

[harrysiii]

Thank you, Moms, for all you do with the kids and all of us kids. :) It's always a great time. It's great that you can put the youth on the mountain and let them try what they're comfortable with. It's good to see them get back up and try again, even after a hard fall. I think we're able to show them that by example. :)

~harry

[hn03076]

I'd like to post a special thanks to Greco for two years of support with SkiboardPlanet.com and the competitions that we've been able to put together. Without Greco there would be none of this. His insight into skiboarding, the great products that he makes, this community that he supports, and the hard work that goes into keeping this industry alive is truly commendable.

This year Greco made a visit out to the mountain and dropped off some swag that was rafffled out at the event. That 15 minute we spent with each other meant alot!! From SkiboardPlanet.com, it was fantastic to finally meet you in person!!

Revel8 and SBOL are the reasons why our sport is still here, SkiboardPlanet.com will continue to support and engage in competitions in the future to support these two great companies (and our fearless leader!).

While making acknowledgements I always forget somone, next year we already have a personal event planner who will be there to make sure I get it right...

Normand Duquette - the silent partner without whose technical skills SkiboardPlanet.com would not exist, his patience and assistance is remarkable (considering who he has to deal with....me...). Normand never gets enough of a fuss so I'm making a big one!! His contributions to the event surpass everyones and I can't personally thank him enough for his time, money, and assistance.

Michelle Kavanaugh (Tanner and Salihah's Mom), thanks so much for assisting with all of the comps working cameras and marshalling the slopes.

Therese Colman - Your efforts helping feed the riders was outstanding and we couldn't have done it without you.

Connie Jussaume - Assisting Therese and watching over all of us all weekend is truly appreciated.

Wendy McNaughton - I couldn't run SkiboarderX without you!! Thanks for helping the riders with every little thing!!!

Patrick McNaughton - Our slopeside photographer, I CAN"T WAIT to see the pics! Thank you for your time and efforts!!

Art Jennings - Dude you got more in you than anyone can see, your efforts on the slopes in judging, marshalling, and just gettinng around...much respect man and I really appreciate your being there!!

Sergey Agapov - All the way from RUSSIA!! Thanks for helping with the judging on slopestyle and send me some of that wonderful clear liquid!!

Sonja Dragan - Skiboarding's Princess!! Thanks for helping with slopestyle and the judging process, much love sweetie!!

Jason Roussel - I can't say enough about what you put into the event. Juding slopestyle (dropping from pro to am to make sure judging is proper), supporting Enurshia at the event and handing out t-shirts in the raffle, bringing all of the instruments for a live jam session, you ROCK dude, I owe you!!

Dave Lynam - Bud, once again you step up to help your friend, the kids were so stoked that you assisted with the juding at the youth slopestyle comp, they all love you so much!!

And to the judges table - what a great time that was!!!

Ian Cap - Thanks for the swag from Enurshia!! It goes a long way!!

Dakota Harding - Thanks for stepping in to watch finish for us on X and FPS. Hope your wrist heals soon!

Aron Duquette and Nicole Healy - our errand runners - the couple that worked their tales off for us all weekend. They're boyfriend and girlfriend, and they actually work well together!!

Ragged Mountain - Thanks again for being home to our event!

Pepsi/Mt Dew/ROCKSTAR - There's still a lot of guys bouncing off the walls...!! Your product donation and swag was greatly appreciated and we enjoy your being one of our sponsors!

And lastly - to ALL of the the riders...you're amazing...WORDS CAN'T DESCRIBE THE PRIDE I HAVE IN ALL OF YOU!!! Your friendships with each other, how close you all are, your dedication to the sport, and the smiles I can't even begin to count, I can't wait for next year, and guess what...THERE'S DEFINITELY A NEXT YEAR!!!...we're already working on it!

[harrysiii]

I 2nd that and also want to thank you and Pepsi for working together. I'm Pepsi's biggest fan, so I'm glad those red and white bottles didn't force their way in like they always try to do. :) :)

[Dave Bloom]

I wanted to throw two extra personal thank yous. First, Mark. Although you weren't there, had it not been for you pushing me most of the season and especially getting me to sign up for the open, I would have not made it this far in riding. And a huge thanks to Art Jennings. Dude, you're like a brother to me. Had it not been for you I wouldn't even be skiboarding. I owe it all to you. Tragedy stole one year of us riding together, but next year will be the start of FDC all over again. Cheers to the both of you and all I have to owe you. Much love and gratitude.

[Greco]

I'd like to post a special thanks to Greco for two years of support with SkiboardPlanet.com and the competitions that we've been able to put together. Without Greco there would be none of this. His insight into skiboarding, the great products that he makes, this community that he supports, and the hard work that goes into keeping this industry alive is truly commendable.

This year Greco made a visit out to the mountain and dropped off some swag that was rafffled out at the event. That 15 minute we spent with each other meant alot!! From SkiboardPlanet.com, it was fantastic to finally meet you in person!!

Revel8 and SBOL are the reasons why our sport is still here, SkiboardPlanet.com will continue to support and engage in competitions in the future to support these two great companies (and our fearless leader!).

While making acknowledgements I always forget somone, next year we already have a personal event planner who will be there to make sure I get it right...

Normand Duquette - the silent partner without whose technical skills SkiboardPlanet.com would not exist, his patience and assistance is remarkable (considering who he has to deal with....me...). Normand never gets enough of a fuss so I'm making a big one!! His contributions to the event surpass everyones and I can't personally thank him enough for his time, money, and assistance.

Michelle Kavanaugh (Tanner and Salihah's Mom), thanks so much for assisting with all of the comps working cameras and marshalling the slopes.

Therese Colman - Your efforts helping feed the riders was outstanding and we couldn't have done it without you.

Connie Jussaume - Assisting Therese and watching over all of us all weekend is truly appreciated.

Wendy McNaughton - I couldn't run SkiboarderX without you!! Thanks for helping the riders with every little thing!!!

Patrick McNaughton - Our slopeside photographer, I CAN"T WAIT to see the pics! Thank you for your time and efforts!!

Art Jennings - Dude you got more in you than anyone can see, your efforts on the slopes in judging, marshalling, and just gettinng around...much respect man and I really appreciate your being there!!

Sergey Agapov - All the way from RUSSIA!! Thanks for helping with the judging on slopestyle and send me some of that wonderful clear liquid!!

Sonja Dragan - Skiboarding's Princess!! Thanks for helping with slopestyle and the judging process, much love sweetie!!

Jason Roussel - I can't say enough about what you put into the event. Juding slopestyle (dropping from pro to am to make sure judging is proper), supporting Enurshia at the event and handing out t-shirts in the raffle, bringing all of the instruments for a live jam session, you ROCK dude, I owe you!!

Dave Lynam - Bud, once again you step up to help your friend, the kids were so stoked that you assisted with the juding at the youth slopestyle comp, they all love you so much!!

And to the judges table - what a great time that was!!!

Ian Cap - Thanks for the swag from Enurshia!! It goes a long way!!

Dakota Harding - Thanks for stepping in to watch finish for us on X and FPS. Hope your wrist heals soon!

Ragged Mountain - Thanks again for being home to our event!

Pepsi/Mt Dew/ROCKSTAR - There's still a lot of guys bouncing off the walls...!! Your product donation and swag was greatly appreciated and we enjoy your being one of our sponsors!

And lastly - to ALL of the the riders...you're amazing...WORDS CAN'T DESCRIBE THE PRIDE I HAVE IN ALL OF YOU!!! Your friendships with each other, how close you all are, your dedication to the sport, and the smiles I can't even begin to count, I can't wait for next year, and guess what...THERE'S DEFINITELY A NEXT YEAR!!!...we're already working on it!



<choked up>

Thanks Hershel. I know how difficult it is to put on an event of this magnitude, you have my full respect and gratitude. Keep up the great work!

[koneco]

Sorry guys, I've got no excuse for not coming out. I live only 40-some minutes away from Ragged.

[mom2kazkid]

Did anyone take any photos of Tanner and Salihah? Because I was taking video for SkiboardPlanet.com during all the events I was unable to take any photos of my kids. If anyone has any they'd like to share with me I'd really appreciate it. They can be sent to mom2kazkid@yahoo.com or mydogsled@myfairpoint.net.

Thanks.

[dmacs mom]

Did anyone take any photos of Tanner and Salihah? Because I was taking video for SkiboardPlanet.com during all the events I was unable to take any photos of my kids. If anyone has any they'd like to share with me I'd really appreciate it. They can be sent to mom2kazkid@yahoo.com or mydogsled@myfairpoint.net.

Thanks.

Patrick took around 800 pics that I am editing. There are quite a few with Salihah & Tanner. There are some really great ones. I will email a few and give the rest to Normand & Hershel.

we hope they are feeling better :)

[mom2kazkid]

Patrick took around 800 pics that I am editing. There are quite a few with Salihah & Tanner. There are some really great ones. I will email a few and give the rest to Normand & Hershel.

we hope they are feeling better :)

Thanks Wendy. The kids are doing much better. Salihah has already ditched the crutches and she's enjoying all the extra attention. Tanner is recovering, but more slowly. He's doing better but is still getting headaches and dizziness. He's tired alot (so not like him) but his ability to focus has improved each day.

Thanks to everyone who has sent well wishes to the kids.

[hn03076]

btw guys - we're now beginning the editing process. It takes a while to get it all done. We're still collecting photos from everyone, we collected most of the video already. Tim S. we want your video!!! Contact me!!

[Dave Bloom]

I have vids that Art took on the GoPro of the first jump in the comp as well as some other stuff. I maaaaaay have gotten some of the shenanigans footage. I haven't looked yet, and who knows if I had turned on the camera :)

[hn03076]

I have vids that Art took on the GoPro of the first jump in the comp as well as some other stuff. I maaaaaay have gotten some of the shenanigans footage. I haven't looked yet, and who knows if I had turned on the camera :)

Dude if you want to share, we'll take anything and everything, we want to make these vids look good! Just let me know!

[Dave Bloom]

Once I get my GoPro back I will burn it all to a dvd and send it to you.

[JPARK]

Once I get my GoPro back I will burn it all to a dvd and send it to you.

haha that means we are gonna be able to watch this video in summer
haha

[CrazyBoy-1]

btw guys - we're now beginning the editing process. It takes a while to get it all done. We're still collecting photos from everyone, we collected most of the video already. Tim S. we want your video!!! Contact me!!

The only video I took was with the camera I got from you. I don't know if that was yours or Norm's though.

[NHisfun]

i put up some photos. i have some video too

http://www.skiboardsonline.com/vbulletin/upload/showthread.php?p=102081#post102081

[CrazyBoy-1]

Hopefully I'll have some pictures to post up soon. Against all odds, my camera was found up at Ragged and turned in at the lodge. I had sent an e-mail in a couple days ago, but I didn't expect to hear anything back, figuring that the chances of someone finding the camera and then turning it in were rather slim. Imagine my surprise when a Ragged Mtn employee e-mailed me back saying they had the camera. I don't know what condition it's in, but the memory card should still be good, and I have pics from the big air comp on it.

[harrysiii]

wow, Tim! that is insane. I am so glad you're getting it back and fingers crossed that there's no damage at all!!

oh, btw...i have some pics and vids of the big air. i will get an app for the mac to make a compilation vid to post. i dont remember the program i used to use before my last hard drive rebuild. hehe

[hn03076]

haha that means we are gonna be able to watch this video in summer
haha

Yep unfortunately we have to do the edits on the weekend because we have jobs to work during the week. But, last year we started posting the first videos up about 4-6 weeks after.

We already have the kids edit done we just need to render it to youtube. The hard part starts now...everyone please be patient with us, lol...

[hn03076]

Against all odds, my camera was found up at Ragged and turned in at the lodge..

That's almost unbelievable but fantastic!

[Davelynam]

check out all the updates at skiboardplanet.com