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  1. May 19th, 2011 #241
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    Equal Time for Sqwals

    For those who haven't seen many Sqwals in action before, I recently edited some follow-cam video of our resident Sqwal guy, Eric, from the local mountain (Whitefish, MT, USA). First one is from Feb, carving groomers on a Donek Sqwal replica; second is from May 8th hiking for late season turns on his "powder" sqwal.



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  2. May 20th, 2011 #242
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    thanks for posting it ...nice footage.
    Also the "spring skwal" clip shows also one of the first non in-line bindings... very interesting...
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    what are you doing with this board????? Spring???
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  4. May 21st, 2011 #244
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    I've watched "michelle 2010" and "first turns"...I whish I could feel and represent that freedom in my future skwal clips....thanks for your you tube memories... obi one
    PS - skwal...not sqwal ...but it does not matter that much...
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  5. June 25th, 2011 #245
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    ECES 2012: Skwal USA?

    Sure would be nice to have the Skwal USA folks attend ECES 2012 event - would appreciate having demo opportunity.
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    It would be nice to have them come to both SES and ECES.

    Hopefully by next year I will have some skwals for people to demo!
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    Patrick Thias

    YouTube video featuring Patrick Thias
    Source: SkwalUSA
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    Philippe (orange suit) and Thias (with ski-poles) in action for Skwal USA again...

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    Who is actually running Skwal USA? Thias?

    Philippe RIPS!
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    Quote Originally Posted by *Ace* View Post
    Who is actually running Skwal USA? Thias?

    Philippe RIPS!
    no, Thias is just supporting them in different ways...


    PS- my good friend Phil is pure magic when he skwals free...
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  11. October 24th, 2011 #251
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    SK200 with seabright bindings - any thoughts?

    Hi all,

    Just acquired a Lacroix SK200 with seabright bindings. The bindings themselves seem bullet-proof, though heavy. They are attached to board with non-standard pattern with 6 screws, my options for alternative set-up seems limited. Any thoughts on the seabrights? Or the Lacroix in general. Thanks in advance.

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    I would think it would be like any vintage board that lacks inserts. I would ride it very cautiously. Thats the one that was just on Ebay, right?

    Regarding SkwalUSA...does anyone know if the boards are actually made in the USA???

    I am estimating it will be about a month until my first Skwal will come out of the press, stay tuned!
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    Quote Originally Posted by mikel45 View Post
    Hi all,

    Just acquired a Lacroix SK200 with seabright bindings. The bindings themselves seem bullet-proof, though heavy. They are attached to board with non-standard pattern with 6 screws, my options for alternative set-up seems limited. Any thoughts on the seabrights? Or the Lacroix in general. Thanks in advance.

    M.

    For those interested:

    Skwals and equipment from the major skwal producers worldwide on behalf of the European Skwal Association:
    Mpride
    Oxess
    Lagriffe
    Lacroix
    R.A.D.

    http://shop.skwal.eu/index.php


    dedicated skwal bindings here from PhK (Italy):

    the model PHK SKW F12 has been designed by pro skwal racers of the european skwal cup...I garantee : )

    http://phksnow.com/uk/skwa_uk.html
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    Seabright binding

    Yup, the board was recently on ebay, purchased substantially lower than bid. Anyways the board is in very good condition considering it's vintage (1992) and I was briefly considering mounting Cateks but I've pushed aside that idea as I can't stomach the idea of drilling for t-bolts. Here are a couple of photos of unique binding set-up:





    I haven't heard of these bindings pulling out, more so a problem with the bails. By-the-way, notice, actually it's not clear on the upper photo but the rear bail (on left side) has a spring to keep the bail upright for easy entry. The bindings also allow for setting of cant in a unique method. The Lacroix is due for a grind, sharp, wax and then the slopes.
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  15. October 25th, 2011 #255
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    Quote Originally Posted by obi one View Post
    For those interested:
    Mpride
    http://phksnow.com/uk/skwa_uk.html
    Would be interested in both the XRace 183 and PHK bindings - only wish there was a North American supplier.
    SkwalUSA recognizes a niche market.
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  16. October 25th, 2011 #256
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    Quote Originally Posted by *Ace* View Post
    Regarding SkwalUSA...does anyone know if the boards are actually made in the USA???
    Can't help you there buddy, but their website sure needs some updating to get up to speed for the new season. Prices are very reasonable. Anyone know if they will be attending ECES?
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  17. October 25th, 2011 #257
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    Ace, are you planning to attend ECES this year?
    Sure would be nice to make a connection with other skwal riders at this event.
    Who's going - speak up.
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    Mikel45, yes I plan on being there for sure! Stratton is a great to ride and I have never been to an ECES, only SES...

    I haven't really been advertising this, maybe I have but, I am planning on making my own boards this year. I estimate I am like 85% of the way there until I can put my first board in the press.

    My buddy was also talking up a trip to Mt. Tremblant...I'll let you know if that ever takes shape...
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  19. October 26th, 2011 #259
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    Quote Originally Posted by mikel45 View Post
    Would be interested in both the XRace 183 and PHK bindings - only wish there was a North American supplier.
    SkwalUSA recognizes a niche market.
    drop an email to both MPride (for the xrace 183) and to PHK bindings...see what they suggest you for shipping and prices overall...tell them that Obi One suggeted the thing.

    The producer of xraces (Martin Christoffel) as well as Fulvio Tosco, PHK bindings producer, are good friends of mine.
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    Quote Originally Posted by *Ace* View Post
    Mikel45, yes I plan on being there for sure! Stratton is a great to ride and I have never been to an ECES, only SES...

    I haven't really been advertising this, maybe I have but, I am planning on making my own boards this year. I estimate I am like 85% of the way there until I can put my first board in the press.

    My buddy was also talking up a trip to Mt. Tremblant...I'll let you know if that ever takes shape...

    I had a look at your web site...that is cool ACE! can I promote your upcoming new brand (skwal and snowboards) in Europe?

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    Quote Originally Posted by obi one View Post
    I had a look at your web site...that is cool ACE! can I promote your upcoming new brand (skwal and snowboards) in Europe?

    Obi One
    Absolutely! That would be greatly appreciated. Give me a little time to work out the kinks and get my process down to a science. !

    First board is going to be a 175cm board, nearly identical to my Virus Chimera board. 175cm, 18cm nose, 12cm waist, 17.5cm tail and a 11m sidecut. Decambered tip and tail as well! Stay tuned, looking to have my first board done by the time the snow starts to fall.
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    Ace, I think you are onto something here, wishing you great success.
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    Quote Originally Posted by *Ace* View Post
    Absolutely! That would be greatly appreciated. Give me a little time to work out the kinks and get my process down to a science. !

    First board is going to be a 175cm board, nearly identical to my Virus Chimera board. 175cm, 18cm nose, 12cm waist, 17.5cm tail and a 11m sidecut. Decambered tip and tail as well! Stay tuned, looking to have my first board done by the time the snow starts to fall.
    Count me in on the R&D....

    Don

    Feed the addiction...
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  24. October 27th, 2011 #264
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    Inspiration

    Inspiration for the new season . . .

    Skwal movie 2011


    Enjoy!
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    Ace: Virus 192?

    Ace, there was a 192 Virus board recently for sale ($500) here on bomberland - just wondering if it could be classified as skwal?
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    I'd say its right on the border of alpine/Skwal. Technically its not because the waist is slightly >14cm.

    For the price that board was a steal!
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    Quote Originally Posted by mikel45 View Post
    Inspiration for the new season . . .

    Skwal movie 2011


    Enjoy!
    That text in the intro almost made me never want to ride my Skwal again, although the footage made up for it a bit.

    Here some more inspiration from when we had a camp in Norway.

    Last edited by Skwalleur; December 2nd, 2011 at 05:39 AM.
    C'mon Jörg - start making that asym again!
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    Ace - board build news?

    Quote Originally Posted by *Ace* View Post
    on the border of alpine/Skwal. Technically its not because the waist is slightly >14cm.
    Thanks Ace!
    Any news or photos you like to share on the progress of board building?
    CHEERS! Mike
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    Video: Skwal First Steps

    Boot (off-set) stance seems un-conventional but I do appreciate the usefulness of the three progressive skwal lessons - an informative YouTube video.
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    Optimal Skwal binding set-up?

    There is on-going "carving community" discussion thread about binding set-up on narrow boards.
    For those interested, here is the thread: http://www.bomberonline.com/vbulleti...064#post366064

    Timely as I've recently been experimenting to get the most favourable stance position on the skwal.
    So far 90, 90 with front toe, back heel lift seems to work.
    A friend dials in 85 (back foot), 90 (front foot).
    What works for you?
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