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February 12th 2014
01:03:42 AM
What is your name?  

Timothy Garrabrant

How did you find out about this site?  

word of mouth

Is information on this site helpful?  

yes

Should contests be held at more sites?  

no

Do contests increase agression in the water?  

yes

Do surf contests stimulate the economy?  

only for a few companies, mostly from mainland

If no contests, would tourism drop any?  

no

Any other comments on surf contests?  

I far as I am concerned contests ruined surfing on the north shore. I started surfing north shore in 1965 before contests and on a crowded day there would be 10-15 people at each spot. Now every time pipeline breaks there is a contest and it\'s all about money for a few. Surfing is not a competitive sport, it\'s an individual sport. I see lots of unknown surfers in Hawaii who are just as good or better than the so-called pros. I used to judge surf contests in Hawaii, including the 1st Pipe Masters, but I stopped because of threats in the water from people who thought they should have won but didn\'t because the judges cheated them. Look at what it has done to property values too, in the 1960\'s you could rent a beach house on the north shore for $200. It\'s just too crowded because of contests and publicity, not fun anymore. Surfers who rejected contest were called \'Soul Surfers\' now I read surfers calling themselves soul surfers while they talk about the contests they are entering. There is no going back, too late. Glad I had the opportunity to experience the north shore before all this contest B S. Used to be when you went surfing you looked at the size, direction, and conditions now the first thing is \'how many in the water?\' Nobody surfed Himalayas, Avalanche or Jockos (Holdens), now even these places are crowded. Even the fresh water pond at Chuns is gone, if you remember that you know the north shore from the old days.

Comments on anything else?  

Thank You for the site.

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April 27th 2010
03:10:34 PM
What is your name?  

njbc2010

How did you find out about this site?  

nanjing

Is information on this site helpful?  

vfdvdvd

Should contests be held at more sites?  

google

If yes, which sites?  

china

Do contests increase agression in the water?  

china

Do surf contests stimulate the economy?  

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If no contests, would tourism drop any?  

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Any other comments on surf contests?  

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隧道堵漏



地下通道堵漏
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烟囱顶口加固维修
更换烟囱内衬



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排气塔内壁清灰
隧道堵漏
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Comments on anything else?  

烟囱防腐
烟囱刷航空色环
水泥烟囱碳纤维加固
钢结构防腐_水泥池防腐
烟囱加固



清理熟料库
水泥库清理
清理水泥库
灰库清库
清理水泥罐



水泥厂清库
粉刷烟囱
钢架防腐
水塔维修
隧道堵漏



地下通道堵漏
人防地下室堵漏
砖瓦厂烟囱维修
烟囱顶口加固维修
更换烟囱内衬



水泥库清理
水泥罐清灰
清理熟料库
水泥熟料库清灰
生料库清库
水泥罐防腐
清水泥均化库



烟筒裂缝加固
电厂炉架防腐
水泥罐清灰
钢结构防腐
碳纤维加固
造粒塔防腐
烟囱油漆



水泥烟囱拆除
烟囱加箍加固
烟囱拆除公司
烟囱新建
水泥库清库
排气塔内壁清灰
隧道堵漏
电视塔防腐
烟囱安装避雷针

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April 17th 2005
03:00:03 PM
What is your name?  

chris

How did you find out about this site?  

is this a trick question?

Is information on this site helpful?  

yes, somewhat

Should contests be held at more sites?  

are you crazy?

Do contests increase agression in the water?  

absolutely

Do surf contests stimulate the economy?  

yes

Any other comments on surf contests?  

People need to realize that surf contests alone are not the sole cause of the issues our community is facing. It is the popularity, and the fame of the
North Shore that has put us in this situation. Over the years we have allowed these contests, movies, and promoters to spread our way of life throughout the world. What did we think would happen? We have been voluntarily letting people exploit our lifestyle and resources to the world in exchange for the economic success it brings to us, and now that its out of control beyond what is acceptable; we may no longer be capable of stoping its progression. Now that we have allowed ourselves to become reliant on the money this fame brings our community it would have severe consequences on us if we were to now try to stop and turn in the other direction. Loss of jobs and people having to move elsewhere to find work. Its our fault. We should have seen this comming a long time ago. But we didnt do anything about it. As for me I would be happy to loose my job just for the chance to live in the North Shore I remember growing up in a long time ago.

Comments on anything else?  

stop supporting the fame of the north shore and the popularity of the surfing way of life if you value it

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September 26th 2004
04:57:23 AM
What is your name?  

Steve

How did you find out about this site?  

Google

Is information on this site helpful?  

Yes - it's a bit much, but I am getting used to it.

Should contests be held at more sites?  

Yes

If yes, which sites?  

I think there should be more contests at Ho'okipa and Jaws

Do contests increase agression in the water?  

Yes

Do surf contests stimulate the economy?  

Yes

If no contests, would tourism drop any?  

Not sure, I don't think so

Comments on anything else?  

I am currently creating this page:
href=http://www.nectar-dude.com/Information/Hawaii/Surfing
on Hawaii Surfing and would appreciate if you add any good sites you know of - Mahalos

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February 18th 2003
06:53:45 PM
What is your name?  

Jeff

How did you find out about this site?  

word of mouth

Is information on this site helpful?  

yes

Should contests be held at more sites?  

yes

If yes, which sites?  

Velzyland, Rocky Point, Chuns Reef, Laniakea- spread it around some

Do contests increase agression in the water?  

yes, with less open or free time, surfers become more possessive of the time they have

Do surf contests stimulate the economy?  

yes

If no contests, would tourism drop any?  

No, may increase as more people are able to use the higher profile spots.

Any other comments on surf contests?  

Very few people come to see if Andy or Miles or Sonny will win a given contest, but plenty come to see PEOPLE surf
Comments on anything else?  

(no comment)

   
December 6th 2002
08:11:19 PM
What is your name?  

Meaghan

How did you find out about this site?  

SurferMag.com

Is information on this site helpful?  

Definitely

Should contests be held at more sites?  

no

Do contests increase agression in the water?  

i have not experienced this

Do surf contests stimulate the economy?  

sure they do

If no contests, would tourism drop any?  

just a tad. people will still come

Any other comments on surf contests?  

I should not have to consult any calendar but my own when I want to go to the beach.
That is my 2 cents.
Peace Out.

Comments on anything else?  


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November 16th 2002
10:49:33 AM
What is your name?  

JDT

Comments on anything else?  

HIMALAYA'S SURF SPOT:
NEIGHBORS HAVE LOCKED THE FIRST BEACH ACCESS ON PAPAILOA ROAD.
i'VE TRIED TO CONTACT THE STATE AND C&C TO GET IT REMOVED, BUT NO ONE KNOWS WHICH DEPT IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THIS.
CAN ANYONE HELP.
PLEASE GO DO SOME CIVIL DISOBEDIENCE AND REMOVE THE GATE.

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November 13th 2002
09:23:50 AM
What is your name?  

karen hand

How did you find out about this site?  

web search

Is information on this site helpful?  

somewhat

Should contests be held at more sites?  

if there is this apparent need, YES

If yes, which sites?  

?

Do surf contests stimulate the economy?  

yes

If no contests, would tourism drop any?  

yes

Any other comments on surf contests?  

I emailed Mayor Harris this morning after hearing about the protest and the permit denial. I wanted to email the Parks and Rec. director, Balfour, but couldn't find the address. I'm somewhat new to the islands and don't boardsurf but find the denial in poor judgement ... after almost twenty years, there should had been consideration for your contest. Any help on contacts to voice a protest, (unless there were deadlines passed), I'd be happy to write more emails in support. Good luck.

Comments on anything else?  

(no comment)

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October 27th 2002
11:43:57 AM
What is your name?  

J.D. Parker

How did you find out about this site?  

Honolulu Advertiser

Is information on this site helpful?  

Yes.

Should contests be held at more sites?  

NO. The existing contests should move to remote locations.

Do contests increase agression in the water?  

Yes.

Do surf contests stimulate the economy?  

No.

If no contests, would tourism drop any?  

NO

Any other comments on surf contests?  

Professional surf contests are allowing companies to buy free public resources for their personal gain. They should relocate to a remote location in Florida where the alligators can feed on everyone involved. No one has to listen to bullhorns again. Gators fed, problem solved.

Comments on anything else?  

(no comment)

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October 9th 2002
02:23:32 AM
What is your name?  

Ted Curti

How did you find out about this site?  

Gil

Is information on this site helpful?  

Very Informing

Should contests be held at more sites?  

No

Do contests increase agression in the water?  

???

Do surf contests stimulate the economy?  

Only the promoters

If no contests, would tourism drop any?  

no

Any other comments on surf contests?  

Run the prestigious events Waimea,Pipeline,Sunset one contest per year at each location.Send the rest else where.

Comments on anything else?  

Where is all the respect! I can't believe how people show no respect ,but expect respect! Try giving a little and stop the racism! NO ONE WINS! KEEP THE SOUL IN SURFING!!!!BRING BACK THE ALOHA!

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