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Message 11303 (3. Nov. 2009 17:09) (Tree)

Ben
cloetensfarm@aol.com
Winter Quarters
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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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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