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| Q&A: The Gong Show with Kenny 'Nature Boy' Mollica (6869 Posts)
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Do I nee done?
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On 7/19/2007
Cknuck
wrote in from
Canada
(216.58.nnn.nnn)
Ed! I hope it's on a nice hill and has a really wide paved section :) Hope you are having a great time as well. Hope to see you at La Costa this fall.
We are outa here. Should be rolling into Ohio around 6 or 7pm. MB just said it's so different not packing for the plane ride LOL. Make sure we got gas fothat generator, EH!
Drive safe we'll see everyone in less then 36 hours.
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North Shore
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On 7/18/2007 Ed Economy
wrote in from
United States
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Hey Kenny,
Just thinking of you as we sit here on the North Shore having a cold one. Tomorrow a nice swell should hit Waikiki, Nice talking to you the other night have a great race, Found some nice real estate Ed..
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Daggers
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On 7/18/2007
JBH
wrote in from
United States
(70.249.nnn.nnn)
Graf and I will be rolling into town about 1:00 on Friday. No gOAd, no Chainsaw, no Seeger (although I hear he's due back from Hawaii on Tuesday--missed it by that much!).
Bummer about Olson--PG's never met him. Weather forecast looks great. Hell, it looks more like California weather than Midwest weather! But we're both really looking forward to this race. Thanks, Kenny!
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don't sweat it!
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On 7/18/2007 mbl
wrote in from
Canada
(216.58.nnn.nnn)
thanks for letting us know about the tent thing - no prob
we have umbrellas an lotsa sunscreen
GET SOME REST - WE ARE ALMOST UPON YOU!
cheers
c & mb ( n' paul)
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No Olson
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On 7/18/2007
Kenny
wrote in from
United States
(69.223.nnn.nnn)
Just talked to Steve and he cannot come. I will give everyone their money back. I will give cash to the people who are coming to the Buckeye and Paypal back the others.
He has an art show he found about today. Its in LA and so will he.
We are having problems with the Big Tent for the Buckeye. We cannot use stakes to hold it up, since its in a Public park and the fire station is not available to fill up the water bladders. So I think we are scratching the tent, getting some smaller tents from nieghbors and friends and using the $500 that the tent would have cost on food for the racers.
Its not going to be hot or super sunny. 79 degrees is the high. No problem. You guys and gals cool with that?
Thanks for pitching in for Olson. He's the man and really wished he could have made it.
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Stop sending money. We got it and thanks.
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On 7/18/2007
Kenny
wrote in from
United States
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We got enough. I have called Steve and have not heard back. We all hope he makes it, since he adds SO much flavor.
Thanks everyone for helping make this a great weeekend.
K
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A race without olson is like...
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On 7/18/2007 Chris Miller
Daddies Board Shop
wrote in from
United States
(64.128.nnn.nnn)
I kicked in a few bucks too. This is so cool, all these people putting up. I HOPE OLSON KILLS!!!!!!
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StEvE OlSoN
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On 7/18/2007
Eddy Texas Outlaws
wrote in from
United States
(70.115.nnn.nnn)
Kenny I threw down 50.00 pesos. Hope it helps.
Will see you tommorrow.
Your Amigo Eddy Texas Outlaws/Pavel Flo.
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Buck Buck Buckeyes!
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On 7/17/2007
Fifer
wrote in from
United States
(69.47.nnn.nnn)
I am super stoked for the Buckeye this year and can't wait for this weekend. Just wanted to say thanks to Kenny for spending so much time getting everything together for everyone this weekend. It's gonna be a killer time.
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Hey
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On 7/17/2007
Cat
wrote in from
United States
(67.117.nnn.nnn)
I just posted a bulletin on MySpace & asked everyone to re-post.
Kenny should have the $$$$$ in no time!
Gotta love the internet!
See ya there Olson.
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coins in the can
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On 7/17/2007
bara
wrote in from
United States
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you know what....some people donated to disaster victims....some to third world countries...some to other worthy causes...
nothing unworthy about having Olson at the race
I'm down for a donation..
Check your paypal Kenny
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Free Olson !!!
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On 7/17/2007
Kenny
wrote in from
United States
(69.223.nnn.nnn)
Hey Buckeye Racers. We need to help Olson get to the race. Races are more fun with Steve on board.
I will kick down the first $100. Please paypal a small donation to Kennym1@sbcglobal.net.
We need about $400. The ticket is $500. Help a Legend out. A little will go a long way.
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stoked!
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On 7/15/2007 mbl
wrote in from
Canada
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wow kenny ! Claude sure is stoked on OHIO..he even went to practice today! after our 2nd race re-cap meeting (people really do not realize what it takes to grow a race)here at the skatepark, our team disbursed and some went to run cones...i wanted to but since i'm not racing next week-end, i elected to stay here and start plotting our fall schedule..intergral to the survival of our skatepark and our lifestyle in the coming year! with all of our kids and sk8camp each week until Labour Day, the easy breezy skateboarding life takes a little work and planning!
i called the motel and verified ours' and paul d (the time keeper)'s res - no prob - with luck we'll call you around 7 pm on THURS
you take care this week - do not stress and do crash at Ryder's bed-time!!!
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rock on brother
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On 7/14/2007 twayzar
wrote in from
United States
(68.14.nnn.nnn)
Good luck Ken. I know the Buckeye will be an "all-time" event this year and I hate to miss it, especially in my home state :(
Hell I'm going to miss most of the farm as well but life goes on and family is numero uno. Next stop is Mex. to celebrate moms 70th.
I can't begin to describe the feeling of watching your kid stand up for the first time. I'm very proud to say the least. The waves and sand bars have been absolutely perfect this summer for the kids to learn.
Look forward to seeing Ryders Pic on the Gong surfing, very soon I imagine.
Stoke on,
Tway
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Gumby cometh
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On 7/14/2007
Eddy Texas Outlaws
wrote in from
United States
(199.91.nnn.nnn)
After much deliberation my good amigo Zak can not make the Buckeye. I am bummbed. In his place will be Skaterbuilt rider Mark Gumby Gosser. Big Ryan Smith hits the road tommorrow and I arrive on Thursday. Look forward to seeing you Kendella. Your Amigo Eddy and The TEXAS OUTLAWS.
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Linda Eggert ? Conner ripping his first wave !!!!
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On 7/14/2007
Kenny
wrote in from
United States
(69.223.nnn.nnn)
Tway,
That is sick. Conner is ripping. Florida looks nice. Sorry you cannot make the Buckeye - you'll be missed. That is so impressive. I think we are going to Maui instead of the North Shore this December. I will freak when Ryder takes his first ride !!!!!
Linda Eggert,
Freaking finding you here on the Gong Show !!! Are you still living in the Minny-Apple? I love that city !!! I bet Wisconsin is nice right now. Our summer plans got a little mixed up with the shattered heel, but it will soon be a memory. Hope all is well, and next summer will be here before we know it. Post up some pics on the Gong Show of you guys living it up in the north. Have a great "mini-reunion" and enjoy the sun. We are going to the Hastings Pool today, which is now called "Reed Road Water Park". They totally changed it and its really great for Ryder and the kids.
Have a great weekend and see most of you next week at the Buckeye Open !!!
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Buckeye viewing pleasure.
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On 7/14/2007
Kenny
wrote in from
United States
(69.223.nnn.nnn)
We will be out there all day. Probably run the ams first and the pros around noon or 1 pm.
Its going to be great !!!
Yes that is me rocking the barefoot. Now I am rocking the wheelchair. Everyone but me knew it would happen someday. "Dont do the crime, unless your willing to do the time".
Get out there Sunday. You'll be glad you did.
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Best time for Spectating?
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On 7/14/2007
Todd
wrote in from
United States
(68.9.nnn.nnn)
Hey, just stumbled onto yr page via Silverfish, if I wanted to check out the racing on Sunday what would be the best time? Also, does the Grove City skatepark have a concrete pool? Btw: is that you doing all that barefoot grinding? was that a logan earthski? I can't even stand up on those old short boards anymore, ha ha.... Hope yr healing well.
Todd
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catching the stoke
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On 7/13/2007 tway
wrote in from
United States
(68.14.nnn.nnn)
May the stoke be with everyone at the B.O.
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Hi From Linda & Elizabeth
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On 7/13/2007
Linda Eggert
wrote in from
United States
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Elizabeth and I are having our own high school reunion . . . wish you were here! Elizabeth just showed me your web site . . . saw how "nature boy" originated (scary!! - a little too much info for someone who went to elementary school with you!) Mrs. Aplin would be shocked. Can't wait for next July 4th! Ryder is too cute - looks like he might follow in Daddy's footsteps. If you're ever in Mlps., give us a call and we'll stroll down memory lane!
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Map would not load last post
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On 7/13/2007
nature
wrote in from
United States
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Super Session on Sunday
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On 7/13/2007
Kenny
wrote in from
United States
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Rob-
The Michigan guys are coming and some locals will be ripping also. If you want to borrow a board you can. Or two. I'll call you.
Here is a map of the local "Grovetucky" nieghborhood. It used to be its own city south of town, so it got that nickname back in the 70's.
The subject arrow is the hill.
1 is the Hotel
2 is the skatepark
3 is the Grind Skate Shop
There are tons of restaurants along Stringtown Road.
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Practice this Weekend?
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On 7/13/2007 Rob
wrote in from
United States
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Anybody hitting the hill Saturday or Sunday? Call my cell 937-657-6543...I can be on the hill within an our or so of the call...I'll have 50 cones when I get there if needed.
Rob
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SKate shop right near the hotel with NINJA BEARINGS
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On 7/13/2007
nature
wrote in from
United States
(69.223.nnn.nnn)
There is a skateshop within a 1/2 mile of the motel and park.
The Grind
2406 OLD Stringtown Rd.
Grove City, Ohio 43123
614 539-0015 (Gus Durbin, owner)
Hours are Monday-Friday 2-8 pm. Saturday 12-6 pm. Sunday 12-4.
They have plenty of Ninja bearings for people who are serious about racing.
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Buckeye Open, Motel 6
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On 7/13/2007
nature
wrote in from
United States
(69.223.nnn.nnn)
I went to the Motel 6 last night to make sure that they put us all together so we can be loud, skate around, party, etc.
They only have about 20 rooms reserved right now. They have Myler, Harm, Bara, and some others. Chappy your in.
But, I know many of you got your reservations online at the lower rate. Do yourself a favor if you made online reservations and call the 1-800 number and tell them that you called the hotel and you may not be officially reserved from the Hotel's point of view. They have around 35 rooms available, but its the lowest-price hotel in that sub-market so they get lots of workers from Monday thru Thurday. Just please call and make sure your officially reserved. I dont want anyone shut out for some computer mess-up.
We have a room there also and may be staying over Friday and Saturday so we can mingle with all the big-time pros, get some autographs, and meet the wipper-snappers.
We have had epic summer weather, with temps in the 80's, no rain and low humidity. Looks like next weekend will be hot, humid with a 60% chance of showers. We may have some super early race times, if it looks like we will be hit with afternoon showers. Its all going to work out perfect, but the schedule will be flexy.
Joe I. just signed up so you know its going to be a party. We will have a keg at the race all three days for spectators and "of age" racers. The grill will be fired up with cheap food. If we break even or make money, it will go towards more food and beer.
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