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Message 11306 (3. Nov. 2009 19:17) (Tree)

Robert
Winter Quarters
Ben, that is so awesome. I know a lot of people in AZ from my skateboard forum. I hear all of the parks are free and it seems to be a great scene. Where in AZ did you move? I know you mentioned certain areas, but I am not familiar. Phoenix and Tuscon are awesome so hopefully you are near them.
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Ben: Winter Quarters (3. Nov. 2009 17:09)
 Well guys, we left the Michigan winter behind, down in the 20s already, and are moved into the winter quarters in Tucson Arizona. This is one Sk8 friendly town. 80* and sunny, surrounded by mountains and backed up to the Saguarro National Park. Believe it or not, there is a ramp that goes right out our front door. There are natsayers who would suggest it's a handicapped ramp, but we all know better, right? The streets are asphalt with a 15 mph (think that's about 20 kph) and are slightly hilly. Perfect for getting an old pair of legs back in shape. As I am less than technologically savvy, I shall request my #1 son to relay the vid. There are some great parks here - will report as soon as I can visit them with my lovely camera person Robbie. Roll on..........Ben (aka Jays Dad)
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biffsk8er: Winter Quarters (3. Nov. 2009 17:27)
 WOOHOO!! Roll on Grandpa!!
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Robert: Winter Quarters (3. Nov. 2009 19:17)
 Ben, that is so awesome. I know a lot of people in AZ from my skateboard forum. I hear all of the parks are free and it seems to be a great scene. Where in AZ did you move? I know you mentioned certain areas, but I am not familiar. Phoenix and Tuscon are awesome so hopefully you are near them.
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Ben: Winter Quarters (4. Nov. 2009 04:46)
 Yeah, it's Tucson and Jay had found me 3 parks before I even got here. They look great, one has a keyhole entry that I'm relly looking forward to. They are all big, like 15,000 square feet and two of the three are free. There is another at the YMCA that's $10 a day but that gives you access to all the facilities. Pic to come.
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biffsk8er: Winter Quarters (4. Nov. 2009 06:55)
 Here is the keyhole bowl at the Santa Rita park :

And here is the list of skate parks listed for Tuscon on the concrete disciples website :
Rita Ranch Skate park (Aka Purple Heart)
Ott Family Ymca Skate Park
Davis Monthan Air Force Base Skate Park
Santa Rita Skate park
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Ben: Winter Quarters (4. Nov. 2009 16:51)
 Thanx Biff, wish I knew how to upload that stuff. I should make it out to at least 1 park before the weekend. I still hang up on people by accident not to mention a large percentage of my outgoing calls happen while my phone's in my pocket. Don't laugh you guys, you all have this to look forward to.
Ben aka #2, aka Oldest Vert Sk8er on 8
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