2006 US Open Footbag Championships Portland OR. Aug. 11-13

sampotter · Post by **sampotter** » 07 Aug 2006 11:20

There's also a donut place called Voodoo Donuts that only opens at night in downtown P-town. They used to sell nyquil filled donuts but were forced to stop.

Between the two I think footbag-related eating will be at a record high.

Looking forward to seeing everyone very, very soon.

redshredz · Post by **redshredz** » 07 Aug 2006 12:32

The time is near, this event is going to be very large. A couple of things, just to refresh,

This is information for those who are flying in. From the airport there is a monorail system that takes you right into the heart of Portland. I am recommending everyone flying in to hop on that, it is pretty fast and will bring you into the middle of everything. Here is the link to info about it

http://www.trimet.org/max/index.htm

Jump on the Red Line to City Center, and you can jump off it either
Lloyd Center/NE 11th Ave MAX Station (near the site and hotel)
or ride it another six stops and jump off right at footbag historic Pioneer Square, downtown in the middle of everything. From there we will get ya. There are a lot of people coming in at a lot of random times, so it is easier to meet people at the MAX points and give them a lift from there. I believe to ride it costs 1.95 adult, 1.30 youth/student. Again, my number is 503-380-4395, for when you get in town. More info to come!

Also, this event has been promoted heavily to non footbaggers (ie spectators and 'hackers'). I am very happy that there will be a strong showing of this demograhic. However, with a lot of people moving through, it also heightens the need for security. We are setting up a tent behind registration that actual footbaggers can put their bags for safety.

Please let me know if you have any other questions!
R

redshredz · Post by **redshredz** » 07 Aug 2006 13:16

Also, here is the most recent list of attendees, though I'm pretty sure I am missing quite a few still. Please chime in if you are making it, and I will add you to the list.

Lon Smith
Jim Penske
*********** : )
************ : )
Daryl Genz
Tuan Vu
Kenny Shults
Kendall KIC
Eric Wulff
Carol Wedemeyer
Dennis Jones
Lisa McDaniel
Julie Simmons
Lisa Monte
Dennis Ross
Ted Huff
Dylan Fry
Jane Jones
Sunny Freeman
Dylan Pepper
Steve Goldberg
Luis J Monhollon...!
Justin Dale
Ricky Moran
Sam Potter
Scott Behmer
Chris Miller
Clayton Dee
Mike Hansen
Nate Linscott
James Erickson
Alex Strassman
Emily Kulczyk
Jeremy Mirken
Fletcher Funk
Zeb Jackson
Tricia George
Sean Wingert
Dave Hillis
Paul Vorvick
Johnny Stalberger (Mr. Hacky Sack)
Brian Dennis
Savana Jay-Bonn
Zach Jahner (is that right?)
Benjamin Benulis
Matt Cross
Will Digges
Dave Morawski
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Evan Gatesman
Ben Skaggs
Rory Dawson
Boon Penske
John Leys
At least five or six freestylers from Idaho (other than the Freedom posse)
Bryan Fournier
Danny Williams
Dat Phan

of course our guys
Noah Jay-Bonn
Nick Landes
Brian Cooper
Crisco Jears
Jack Martin
Jake Wren
Shawn Johnson
yers truly
along with the rest of the local crew

This list does not include the net scene which will comprise another 30-40 players at least.

Stuge47 · Post by **Stuge47** » 07 Aug 2006 15:37

I'll be making it. I am the Danny that scott specified a page or 2 back.

If it isn't in my sig, its Danny Williams

redshredz · Post by **redshredz** » 07 Aug 2006 23:29

Quick alteration to the schedule, Rippin' Run will now be on Friday at 5pm, Circle will be 5pm on Saturday. The two are basically switched.

I also recommend bringing sleeping bags and pillows if at all possible if you are crashing at anyone's house, resources may be limited with the amount of people showing up.

acxel22 · Post by **acxel22** » 08 Aug 2006 10:19

I wanted to show up without noticing anyone but plane tickets are SOOO expensive right now, 1400$ round trip is just too much, have fun people!

Zeb Jackson · Post by **Zeb Jackson** » 08 Aug 2006 10:44

I will be there tomorrow night

!

redshredz · Post by **redshredz** » 08 Aug 2006 11:38

Sole Purpose would like to thank its sponsors and supporters; their involvement is greatly appreciated.

Aggiro
Ribbon Specialties
World Footbag Association
Abshire Footbags
Widmer
Freedom Footbags
Fancy Footwork Productions
WE CARE Alternative Sports Programs
Footbag Hall of Fame
Tom Dwyer Automotive
Paul and Andrea Vorvick
Tim's Cascade Snacks
World Footbag Association
Sierra Springs
Nomad Crossing
Flying Clipper Alternative Sports
G.I. Joes
Chris Miller
Rockstar

Zeb Jackson · Post by **Zeb Jackson** » 08 Aug 2006 15:33

hey nick, do you want to shred tomorrow night? im getting there earlier, or anyone else who is arriving early...wanna shred

shredzilla · Post by **shredzilla** » 08 Aug 2006 18:18

If anyone needs to reach me during the event for hetel crash space or whatever, here's my cel: 202-210-4041.

habitat · Post by **habitat** » 08 Aug 2006 19:02

Man, I wish I was going sooo bad as I'm only like 5 hours away. I really wanted to shred with everyone again, especially you Nick. Have a blast guys!

scott behmer · Post by **scott behmer** » 08 Aug 2006 19:15

zeb, i'll be there tomorow as well as someboedy else from seattle check your pm for phone number and gimme yours

Zeb Jackson · Post by **Zeb Jackson** » 08 Aug 2006 19:45

awesome, i sent you a pm, see you tomorrow

xXLoss_of_ControlXx · Post by **xXLoss_of_ControlXx** » 08 Aug 2006 20:26

redshredz wrote:Sole Purpose would like to thank its sponsors and supporters; their involvement is greatly appreciated.

Aggiro
Ribbon Specialties
World Footbag Association
Abshire Footbags
Widmer
Freedom Footbags
Fancy Footwork Productions
WE CARE Alternative Sports Programs
Footbag Hall of Fame
Tom Dwyer Automotive
Paul and Andrea Vorvick
Tim's Cascade Snacks
World Footbag Association
Sierra Springs
Nomad Crossing
Flying Clipper Alternative Sports
G.I. Joes
Chris Miller
Rockstar

BIG sponsers

Thats not really the toy is iT? thatd be awesome

professor · Post by **professor** » 09 Aug 2006 07:23

It looks like the weather is going to be great for the open.

The highest forecast temperature is 88F. It barely gets that cool at night here in Vegas.

gnarwhale · Post by **gnarwhale** » 10 Aug 2006 00:36

good god! i just found out about the tourny a coupla days ago and i bloody live in portland! haha this is my first post too woot. i am definately going and i hope to see everybody down there! oh yeh i havent read through all the posts, but will there be vendors of any type down there?

shreddaily · Post by **shreddaily** » 10 Aug 2006 00:39

woooooooo. so mofos are showing up already! booyah!!!!

I hope all you suckas shred yourselves into oblivion because when I show up on saturday I'm gunna shred your faces into the ground

redshredz · Post by **redshredz** » 10 Aug 2006 02:40

Hey all,
I am advising everyone who is flying to take the MAX into town, we will be doing demo stuff downtown (mainly at Pioneer Square, the MAX goes right to it) up until around 5pm, then it will be off to the Colonel Sumner's for registration, 6-9pm. Look forward to seeing everyone out here!
R

gnarwhale · Post by **gnarwhale** » 10 Aug 2006 11:09

so does anyone know if anyone will be selling anything? im looking to get a new bag there that would be cool

Iron Clad Ben · Post by **Iron Clad Ben** » 10 Aug 2006 11:24

gnarwhale wrote:so does anyone know if anyone will be selling anything? im looking to get a new bag there that would be cool

Shredzilla said he will bring one or two bags, better find him early before they're sold.