News From Osiris

Off to the northwest we go. We left early Saturday morning so we could have some time before the premiere in Hood River that was being held by IPS that night at the Gorge Room. Stu Graham, Jimmy Carlin, Shuriken Shannon, Cuong Lieng, and myself left from San Diego and would meet up with Corey Duffel in Portland along with our northwest rep, Nodak. The first order of business was lunch. After grabbing a burger we headed to Skate Legion to skate the little mini in the shop. Even though the flight was short, it was nice to stretch our legs. Stu and Nodak ripped the mini and then it was time to hop in the van and make the hour and a half trip to Hood River. Jimmy decided to catch a little sleep and about 20 miles before reaching Hood River, he woke up and started puking. We pulled over, Cuong manned up and cleaned up the mess as Jimmy stumbled outside to catch some fresh air. After the delay we were back on the road. Let me tell you this. Wally, Kathryn and the IPS shop are amazing. All of us were thoroughly impressed. Our rooms were stocked with drinks and candy, the bathtubs were full of the other drinks, Subway sandwiches were plenty, and once we made it to the Gorge Room, there was an open bar for all of us. We couldn’t have asked for anything more. Wally and Kathryn, I think I can speak for all of us when I say you two are the best. There was a little meet and greet before the video. Kids got posters and whatever else they wanted signed and wee able to hang out with the riders for a bit before the lights dimmed for a one song performance by a 3 piece band called the “Skate Freaks.” I’m not sure how old these kids were, but if they were over 10, I’d be surprised. After their White Stripes cover, it was time to “Feed The Need.” The video played, product was thrown out, and then the Soda Pop Kids and 2 other bands got the party started. We would like to say a big thank you to Wally and Kathryn. If you are in Hood River, shop at IPS.