newbie and misc intro
rico posted,
hi all. just got back into skateboarding again after being
on hiatus for years. picked up a couple of completes and
all the necessary gear. yes - i got a helmet after bombing
without one for years. i grew up! props to all those who
wear one. those that don't - 'nuff said.
a couple of things i thought i would share and give back.
wanted to protect the nose on my new drop carve and
could not find anything economical. brainstormed and
found this epdm rubber self adhesive weather strip at
canadian tire. cut it to length and slapped it on both ends.
voila'!
found after years of skateboarding, mountain biking, and
motorcycling that it was a miracle i did not crack my skull
on the ground from falls. this was even with a helmet on.
would recommend people take some aikido, judo, or
wrestling before starting extreme sports. they teach you
how to fall properly as a reflexive response. the head is
taught to be protected above all else.
i have a fieldsheer leather one piece motorcycle racing suit
from years back. it is rated for over 100 mph. i am pretty
sure it is in great shape since i barely used it and it is still
in storage. i still even have the unused knee pucks. it
doesn't fit me anymore because i used to be a size 32.
anybody serious about racing i can let them have it at a
decent price. all reasonable offers accepted.
thanks for letting me post. any comments appreciated.
peace.
cheers,
rico