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post #271 of 475
6/19/09 at 4:37pm

 

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a new movie by John Cusack was just recently being filmed at Fernie Alpine Resort in Southeastern British Columbia! check this out as right now movie is called Hot Tub Time Machine - more details I found at http://www.skircr.com/matts-blog


http://www.imdb.com/title/tt1231587


Edited by Philpug - 6/19/2009 at 11:58 pm GMT
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post #272 of 475
6/24/09 at 11:20am

Try flickr: foxfyregirl: photosets: "Freestyle Skiers of the 70's"

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post #273 of 475
7/16/09 at 7:37pm
I was watching Eli Stone last week and I asked my wife what else the acupuncture guy had been in because he looked very familiar.   I asked if he played Sam on Quincy, ME.  She said I don't think so, but he does look familiar.  I went to IMDB for Eli Stone and saw that James Saito has had minor roles on many shows and movies, then I scrolled down and


Hot Dog... The Movie (1984) .... Kendo Yamamoto

I said OMG, that's where I know him from. 

I know there are a few ancient Hot Dog The Movie threads, but felt that a somewhat active thread was a better place for this info.
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post #274 of 475
8/14/09 at 9:15am
Or, it could be spelled     Lynne Wieland.
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post #275 of 475
8/14/09 at 10:39am
Bananapants,

You're busted...welcome to EpicSki

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post #276 of 475
8/14/09 at 3:57pm
Very cool, welcome!

It appears we have at least two posters in this thread that worked on the movie.  Who would've thunk?

I vividly recall I was a junior at college in Oklahoma and going through SEVERE ski withdrawal when I dragged some friends to go see what is still one of my favorite movies of all time. 
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post #277 of 475
8/23/09 at 5:30pm
Does anyone know, what exactly, did Suzie Chaffee actually win?
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post #278 of 475
9/19/09 at 2:16am

Hi Bryan, et al,

I was there that day, too.  I'll never forget that day.  I was on the judges stand - freezing my toes off.  I'm from Minnesota and some say we have the coldest winter weather here.  That day at Straton was the coldest I've ever been, ever.  The cold, the wind, the humidity - it ate right through everything I put on.

 

I lost touch with Dirk after he left the hospital in Burlington, does anyone know where he ended up and what he's doing?  Thanks

 

Fred - Minnesota

 

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I was there when Dirk broke his back. It was very cold that day; like 20 below. Everyone just wanted to qualify their jump and get inside. I was skiing for Hanson at the time. I had to drill a lower hole for the flex adjustment so I could move the clip down to get the boot flex even a little. He was qualifying a lay in tuck out double back; the same jump I was about to re qualify from last year. I don't think it was a visability issue. He just held the layout too long. All of us at the top of the in-run watched him drop out of sight way short of the 2nd rotation. Apparently his bindings released and he landed on his chin. We were all quite freaked out. It was very sad... 

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post #279 of 475
9/20/09 at 12:36pm
You might be thinking of Phil "Shake n Bake" Sifferman...aka Grizzly Adams.
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post #280 of 475
9/20/09 at 6:32pm
I  gotta know how you came up with "bananapants"

huh?

Why not Chapstick?
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post #281 of 475
9/21/09 at 5:05pm
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I  gotta know how you came up with "bananapants"

huh?

Why not Chapstick?

Seriously?  Have you not seen Hot Dog . . . The Movie?  Look at the Snowpants!

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post #282 of 475
9/23/09 at 6:58pm
 Guys,

Can't tell you how I ended up on this site, but yes I do have photos, including some from the 1975 Sagebrush Invitational. Including one of Don inverted mid Lamson Loop. I never could call it a Lincoln. I will dig the stuff up and will try to figure out how to get copies to anyone that is interested. And my kid Mike is doing way crazier stuff than we could ever dream up.

Check it out at Mike-riddle.com

Soon

Robere
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post #283 of 475
9/24/09 at 8:47pm
Hey Robere!

Can you believe this, after all these years! I still sometimes recall those fall line helicopters you used to throw in the bumps. It must be in the genes -- your son looks like he's really something.

Did you notice the picture I posted above of "our group" (Look Ma / Highline days)?? My scanner couldn't quite fit is all in, but I could find a way to get an image to you if you're interested.

I was really, really sorry to hear about Brian.

Very cool to connect after all this time though.

John Lyon


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Guys,

Can't tell you how I ended up on this site, but yes I do have photos, including some from the 1975 Sagebrush Invitational. Including one of Don inverted mid Lamson Loop. I never could call it a Lincoln. I will dig the stuff up and will try to figure out how to get copies to anyone that is interested. And my kid Mike is doing way crazier stuff than we could ever dream up.

Check it out at Mike-riddle.com

Soon

Robere
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post #284 of 475
9/27/09 at 6:16pm
Hi Everyone, I've really enjoyed following this forum along with others that recall the early days of freestyle. I originally came to this site looking for info on my early idols (Wong, Brooksbank, Ferguson, etc.). I remember as a kid when my dad took me to Aspen for our annual ski trip going to a bar/restaurant (The Mine Shaft?) where they would show a bunch of early Hot Dog films). I also remember watching the Friday Freestyle Comps and would go back to our little hills in MI and practice for hours with my buddies to try to copy our heros.

Well, not finding as much as I had hoped to on the Web and having a background in film and video production, I thought to myself that I'd love to take a shot at making an independent doc on the birth/early days of freestyle. I would love people's opinion on what you would like to see or should not be overlooked (people, events, ski tech, style, etc.) in a historical look at the "hot dog" years. I'm fortunate to have ski camped with some of these legends and have their willingness to give an interview. My goal is to tell the story of the birth of freestyle from their perspectives.

Because this is a self-financed project, I need to start small with the goal of generating interest to support a more comprehensive retrospective. I have some connection with Waterville Valley and have been considering starting with a segment on the first exhibition ski comp. back in March 1971. My challenge will be locating and getting permission to use footage from this and other events. I've had tough luck finding any stills or film/video of the Waterville event.

If anybody has stories, stills, old 8mm film of Waterville or anything celebrating the early days of freestyle (pre '75), I would love to chat. My desire is not to make $ from the production (though it would be nice to reclaim some costs) but put together an engaging story that celebrates and captures the spirit of the birth of freestyle. If I can guide this project to completion, I intend to submit to mountain film festivals.

Thank's in advance for any feedback either through a PM or the thread! Brian
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post #285 of 475
10/1/09 at 7:18pm
 Hey Robere,
I always thought it was Rob-air... Those helis  that John Lyons mentioned were outstanding...No wonder your son has the makings (and is)  a world class freestyler !!! 
I would love to see your old pics!! 
Sad, Sad deal with Brian. What more can I say?
Are you going to be in Colorado this winter? If so please let me know. It would be great to see you again!! 970-471-6192 don@d2shoe.com

All the Best,
Don
Edited by LAMPOON - 10/1/09 at 7:35pm
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post #286 of 475
10/2/09 at 3:57pm
Hey Robere

We met a few years back at an Alberta Championship in Jasper. I am coaching the Edmonton Team, in fact I was coaching when Johnny trained at ESC. I found this thread a few years ago, lots of good people in here, nice to see you joining us.

I'll be watching for Mike on the TV again this year, his skiing has really taken off over the last few seasons, you must be very proud.
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post #287 of 475
10/4/09 at 12:38pm
Don,

I should be down for the X games in Aspen (January) and maybe for the first Dew Tour event in Breck, just before Christmas. I will let you know of my plans when we get closer. I have to figure out how to scan and post those pictures. Hopefully soon.

Robere
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post #288 of 475
10/5/09 at 2:24pm

This photo of Eddie Lincoln hangs on the wall above my family room bar sink.  I don't visit that bar sink very often anymore and I haven't seen Eddie in a long time, but I'll never forget him.  He's a rare breed as I'm sure most of you here know.  Seeing the photo a few days ago made me stop and remember the good times we had.  I scanned it so you could enjoy it too...


Thanks for being a mentor, a teacher and a friend.
More than anything thanks for being you!
RIP Eddie

 

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post #289 of 475
10/12/09 at 12:55pm
Photo of Jet Stix: http://tinyurl.com/ylo2zw6
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post #290 of 475
10/13/09 at 2:11pm
Wild Bill Burks and "Winter Equinox"

It is with great sadness that I inform the readers of Epic Ski and Hot Dog Freestyle the Old School that Bill Burks, the person who dreamed up and produced "Winter Equinox", a 73 minute documentary film that focused on John Clendenin, Ed Ferguson, Bob Salerno, and Roger Evans as they competed on the 1974 IFSA Freestyle Pro Tour, died Tuesday October 6. Bill passed peacefully in his sleep and will be missed by everyone who knew him.

I'm posting this in reply to googlegurf's desire to produce an independent documentary about the early days of freestyle. He mentioned obtaining pre 1975 footage from Waterville Valley NH. Winter Equinox begins at Waterville (after a scene with John, Ed, and 2 naked ladies in a hot tub) and follows Clendenin, Ferguson, Salerno, and Evans through Waterville, Park City, Sun Valley, Jackson Hole, and the World Championships at Heavenly Valley.

Bill and I met in Vail CO shortly after I graduated and moved there in 1971. He had little experience in film making, but wanted to make a film on freestyle. As he put it, he wanted to do for freestyle what Endless Summer did for surfing. He and I shot and edited a short film, "Whoopie Jump, the First Time" while in Vail, and in 1974, he scraped together enough money for him, another cameraman, and me to document the IFSA Pro Tour. He had the foresight to choose Clendenin, Ferguson, and Evans as the skiers on whom we would concentrate our documentary efforts. Salerno came out of nowehere at Waterville, and agreed to join our gang.

I will always admire Bill for conceiving WE, putting the elements to shoot and record it together, working on post-production financing for another year, editing it, and ultimatley seeing it in theatres and, later, on TV. Many of us dream about doing so. He did it. And as I said at the outset, he did it with little or no film experience.

I have written about WE on this thread and have sent several DVDs to its readers, all of whom responded with very good reactions to our little ski film. I owe apolgies to many of you to whom I promised DVDs but have not yet sent them. Sometimes life gets in the way. In my case, work and a bout with cancer took precedence. I am working on assembling a new WE edit based on a better copy than what I used for the DVDs I've been sending out, newly found narration tapes (in addtion to directing and producing, Bill narrated WE), and the original music score, but in stereo. Once I'm done I'll make good on my promises.

Until then, I and everyone else who worked on WE, or knew Bill in later life, will miss him terribly.

Chuck Boone
La Crescenta CA
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post #291 of 475
10/13/09 at 2:38pm
I'm very sorry to hear this, and appreciate you passing it along Chuck.  I really appreciate the DVD copies of Winter Equinox that you sent along.  It would be a nice tribute to see his work carry on in the form of a remastered movie.  Condolences to family and friends, and for all of us skiing lost a legacy.
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post #292 of 475
10/14/09 at 6:23am
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Wild Bill Burks and "Winter Equinox"

It is with great sadness that I inform the readers of Epic Ski and Hot Dog Freestyle the Old School that Bill Burks, the person who dreamed up and produced "Winter Equinox", a 73 minute documentary film that focused on John Clendenin, Ed Ferguson, Bob Salerno, and Roger Evans as they competed on the 1974 IFSA Freestyle Pro Tour, died Tuesday October 6. Bill passed peacefully in his sleep and will be missed by everyone who knew him.

I'm posting this in reply to googlegurf's desire to produce an independent documentary about the early days of freestyle. He mentioned obtaining pre 1975 footage from Waterville Valley NH. Winter Equinox begins at Waterville (after a scene with John, Ed, and 2 naked ladies in a hot tub) and follows Clendenin, Ferguson, Salerno, and Evans through Waterville, Park City, Sun Valley, Jackson Hole, and the World Championships at Heavenly Valley.

Bill and I met in Vail CO shortly after I graduated and moved there in 1971. He had little experience in film making, but wanted to make a film on freestyle. As he put it, he wanted to do for freestyle what Endless Summer did for surfing. He and I shot and edited a short film, "Whoopie Jump, the First Time" while in Vail, and in 1974, he scraped together enough money for him, another cameraman, and me to document the IFSA Pro Tour. He had the foresight to choose Clendenin, Ferguson, and Evans as the skiers on whom we would concentrate our documentary efforts. Salerno came out of nowehere at Waterville, and agreed to join our gang.

I will always admire Bill for conceiving WE, putting the elements to shoot and record it together, working on post-production financing for another year, editing it, and ultimatley seeing it in theatres and, later, on TV. Many of us dream about doing so. He did it. And as I said at the outset, he did it with little or no film experience.

I have written about WE on this thread and have sent several DVDs to its readers, all of whom responded with very good reactions to our little ski film. I owe apolgies to many of you to whom I promised DVDs but have not yet sent them. Sometimes life gets in the way. In my case, work and a bout with cancer took precedence. I am working on assembling a new WE edit based on a better copy than what I used for the DVDs I've been sending out, newly found narration tapes (in addtion to directing and producing, Bill narrated WE), and the original music score, but in stereo. Once I'm done I'll make good on my promises.

Until then, I and everyone else who worked on WE, or knew Bill in later life, will miss him terribly.

Chuck Boone
La Crescenta CA

While this brings sadness to my heart, I will surly celebrate this man's passion and vision.
Thank you for sharing. 
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post #293 of 475
10/14/09 at 9:47am
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While this brings sadness to my heart, I will surly celebrate this man's passion and vision.
Thank you for sharing. 
^^^Well said TC.  And + vibes on the cancer staying away for good.  Mrscrg still undergoes routine MRIs to make sure hers isn't coming back.  So, we understand a bit of what you have been going through and pray for your continued better health
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post #294 of 475
10/14/09 at 10:39am
cirquerider, trekchik, and crgildart,

Thanks for your thoughtful replies. I'll keep a positive thought for Mrscrg and her continued recovery. It's always good to hear about survivors. Bill's passing got me off my *ss and back on WE. Hearing from you guys was nice...I think all of you have DVDs. Thanks again, and rock on.

Chuck
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post #295 of 475
10/18/09 at 6:06pm
 Chuck, so sorry to hear your loss of friend ... and your own health concerns.
Glad to hear you still have an interest in your WE project, and look forward to receiving a copy of the vid.
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post #296 of 475
10/18/09 at 6:10pm
 Gogglegurf:
there's a group on facebook planning a reunion of 30 years at Waterville Valley: Nick and Suzi Preston, freestyle coaches and competitors ... there's a fellow Larry Holmes working on a video history of freestyle, his work so far is later than your request for pre-'75 stuff. Hope you all connect. 
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post #297 of 475
10/18/09 at 6:26pm
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 Gogglegurf:
there's a group on facebook planning a reunion of 30 years at Waterville Valley: Nick and Suzi Preston, freestyle coaches and competitors ... there's a fellow Larry Holmes working on a video history of freestyle, his work so far is later than your request for pre-'75 stuff. Hope you all connect. 

Larry is on here. Nick is a good guy, we met at Whistler last summer. I hope someone brings a camera. 
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post #298 of 475
10/18/09 at 6:45pm
chuck, I've just read this thread tonight. Thanks for sharing, even in your pain. Grace and peace...
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post #299 of 475
10/19/09 at 2:20pm
Thanks kec56 and Philpug for the heads up and contacts. I taught at Waterville 2 seasons from '86-'88 and have great memories. Hopefully I can connect with both Larry and Nick.

I'll keep the group posted on my progress and truly appreciate any guidance or feedback. Working on scheduling a few interviews with and if anybody has some questions or you would like me to throw in feel free to PM me.

Thanks again!
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post #300 of 475
10/20/09 at 10:11am
Hey Emily,
I don't know how long ago you posted this, but i just saw it.  I attended Airborne Eddie's camp at Crystal Mountain, WA. back in the summer of 72.  I found the old brochure and I was googling some of the old names and a couple of the other skiers I met and found your post.  I never competed, but a bunch of the kids from VT that I flew to and from WA with did.  I ended up going to school at Plymouth State College in NH and working at Waterville Valley just so i could ski. I spent many valuable school days bump skiing (free!) on Bobby's Run back when they let the bumps grow. 
Eddie Reagan
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