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About this Skier
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Name:
Richard E Gray |
Nickname:
Coach
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Hails From:
Surrey, B.C. Canada | |
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Interview
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What got you into barefooting?
Saw My Uncle do it when I was 6 or so.
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How did you learn to barefoot?
Self taught. Long line. No Wetsuit, off a "Hydro Slide"
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Who was your first barefoot instructor?
Dan Steel
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Tell us about your first tournament
1986 Canadian Nationals.
1st - Tricks, 1st Jump, 2nd Slalom, 1st Overall. Got called to be on the National Team 1 week later, was at the Worlds in Germany two weeks after that.
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How did you feel the first time you barefooted?
GREAT! Then like I got hit in the face with a piece of plywood....
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Why do you continue to barefoot?
If you have to ask...you would not understand....
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Have you held any World Records?
No
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Have you won any medals at a world championship?
Yes.
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What skiers have you enjoyed watching and why?
Jennifer Calleri, Mike Seiple, Ron Scarpa, Don Mixon, Lane Bowers, Don Baker, Paul MacDonald, Billy & Brody and Brent Benoist
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How often do you train ski?
When I was competing regularly about 4 - 5 days per week.
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Do you have a nickname and how did you get it?
Coach.
One of my students.
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What other activities do you participate in?
Snow Ski, Bike, Skate Board, Trampoline,
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What do you do for a living?
Coach barefooting and many other things to fill in during the down time.
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What is your motto?
Go Hard or Stay Home!
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When did you first start barefooting?
1985
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What is your Personal Best Score in Wakes?
15.3
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and what year
1994
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What is your Personal Best Score in Tricks?
2920
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and what year
2000
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What is your Personal Best Score in Jumping?
14.5M
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and what year
1991
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