The Find: Claiming Nelscott Reef (film) - 11/18

barfly · Since 31 Mar 2005 1216 Posts Portland BRACKISH

What: The Find: Claiming Nelscott Reef (film), Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, Tix $5
When: Wed Nov 18 7pm – Wed Nov 18 9pm

I'm out of town and can't go but looks interesting.

Thio · Since 29 Sep 2008 98 Posts Portland Â

Looks pretty killer

http://www.nelscottreefthemovie.com/Movie.html

Snowy · Since 30 Jun 2007 93 Posts Ocean Â

Sella · Tue Nov 10, 09 11:33 am

Nice find Barfly! Pun intended. Thumb's Up

pkh · Since 27 Feb 2005 6549 Posts Couve / Hood Honored Founder

OMG OMG OMG OMG

Next Wednesday? lets do it!

Windian · Since 28 Apr 2008 902 Posts Newport, OR NEWPORT OG

This film is basically put togethor by John Forse the organizer of the tow-in contest and trying to give himself sole credit for the discovery of Nelscott reef.

There were lots of other local surfers who were part of the discovery of the reef and involved in the pioneering of tow-in surfing at the place. John Forse tries his best to discard these players so that he might get all the notoriety and posssible profit from the place.

He doesn't even surf the place, but has a surfshop named after the reef, and tow-in contest where he selectively chooses the contestants.

You can draw your own conclusions, but I see a poser seeker greenbacks!!

Twisted Evil

SalmonSlayer · Since 27 Nov 2005 648 Posts Addicted **CGKA Member**

Sella · Wed Nov 11, 09 10:16 am

Not trying to hate but give the guy props for putting his money where his mouth is and maybe that's why the locals didn't get the nod because too many cooks can spoil the taste of the stew????

Nobody is making money in video and with the internet nobody wants to pay for it so
I doubt the greenbacks are piling up over a tow-in contest or movie premier. Plus, working a surf shop seems to be more of a passion than a retirement plan.

Everyone has a fantastic idea but what separates the men from the boys is they put the time in to see if it will work. Zach Price and Stringy building Iphone apps. Nak building quick release safety devices. Forrest building sliders in his front yard. Nate pushing Cineaptic....and then we have the grand-daddy KB4C that came about from 3-friends sitting in an airport during a road-trip.

Without somebody saying....ah fuck it...let's try it....life would be boring.

pdxmonkeyboy · Wed Nov 11, 09 4:55 pm

I think that the people with the skills and balls to surf this place deserve a little credit and exposure. The Nelscot contest doesn't really seem to be this evil money grubbing event to me. The others made a good point, this guy stepped up and did something.

Not surprising that other surfers are hating on him. Surfers are experts at not sharing the stoke.

Gman · Since 11 Feb 2006 4911 Posts Portland Unstrapped

curious what the whole story is - he seems to have pissed off the entire local crew (strange for someone who has to live there)

some more pics...

http://www.fuel.tv/paulodias/blogs/view/76641

Kraemer · Since 24 Apr 2006 1736 Posts Sky Pilot Unicorn Captain

Mark · Tue Nov 17, 09 5:12 pm

Anyone from the Westside going? I need a ride.....
They still won't let me drive with one arm. I tried to explain that I would be just as safe as the cellphone, texters, makeup appliers....

Anyway, PM if you can help..
Mark

Kodiak · Since 01 Aug 2005 1114 Posts Slidey

I think I might go Mark, but was thinking about heading to the gorge to pick up some stuff first. I will let you know tomorrow if I can give you a lift.

Bettyboarder · Wed Nov 18, 09 7:39 am

Mark · Wed Nov 18, 09 7:50 am

That's what I keep saying...

The docs say NO. That u must have two usable arms. Or one arm and a converted steering wheel.

I called my insurance company for clarification. They said the docs are correct. They even said my insurance policy would be declared VOID if I get in a wreck before I get a written doctors release.

Rolling Eyes

I do have Beer money! Wink

gorgebob · Since 25 Jun 2007 259 Posts Portland, OR Shop Owner

Mark
Planning to head over , play some pool after at SAMs . Anyone else need a ride from Jackson middle school area?
Bob

Gman · Since 11 Feb 2006 4911 Posts Portland Unstrapped

I'll challenge Mark to a game of pool!