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Gman
Since 11 Feb 2006
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Portland
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Gabe and Monkeyboy
This one worked great when I crunched my ankle on the skimboard - somewhere between Forrest's and an aircast
- I put one strip of duct tape around it and sucures the velcro
http://www.braceshops.com/proddetail.asp?prod=26401X&cat=203
It combines a corsett with three straps the wrap and velcro - I play Ultimate Frisbee with this and held up great in the saltwater (nylon)
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tekko
Since 20 Feb 2006
376 Posts
White Salmon
Liquid Force
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| Wed Jun 20, 07 10:04 am |
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I read this thread because I am too out with an ankle injury.
I wouldn't have brought up the shameless plug, but JP opened the door...
I was wearing the LF Escalade binding when I landed nose first from a backroll in 2" of water. I compressed forward and my face was 8" from my foot as it happened.
One of those slow motion events.. saw and remember the whole thing. My kneee twisted out about 100 deg and I watched the binding material twist and get taught.. then it stopped and sprang back to normal.
I am 100% sure that the binding saved me from the multiple fracture with pins scenario Jessie Richmond experienced a month or so back.. doing the same thing in a footstrap.
If you want to try out the Escalades one day, PM me or get in touch with 2nd Wind in Hood River and we'll get you set up to give em a spin.
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J.P.
Since 10 Mar 2005
638 Posts
Addicted
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| Wed Jun 20, 07 10:20 am |
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| tekko wrote: | I read this thread because I am too out with an ankle injury.
I wouldn't have brought up the shameless plug, but JP opened the door...
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Say, can I ride your stix this weekend????
the crew will be goof'n it up this weekend at roofus
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gabe
Since 16 May 2005
491 Posts
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| Wed Jun 20, 07 10:33 am |
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thanks Penxa. those escalades would look sic on my board. and they would be an awesome way to increase the weight by 5x so it stops flying off the water.
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J.P.
Since 10 Mar 2005
638 Posts
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| Wed Jun 20, 07 11:17 am |
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| gabe wrote: | | thanks Penxa. those escalades would look sic on my board. and they would be an awesome way to increase the weight by 5x so it stops flying off the water. |
Wake up & smell the coffee.... GABE you're smart enough to know what I telling you is something you already know but don't want to hear.
You can go with an air cast, wrap/tape and risk aggravating it or making it worse.
Then again, if you are the sole-proprietor of an open mind, you might consider changing how you play the game (for a short spell) so you can keep playing it with less risk.
If you want support, real support, go wake.... or have Hein mount a chair on your surf ride....
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gabe
Since 16 May 2005
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| Wed Jun 20, 07 11:34 am |
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that's the best idea. should i mount the chair facing forward like a handicapped skier, or sideways so i can still be a wannabee surfer?
| J.P. wrote: | | or have Hein mount a chair on your surf ride.... |
actually, i bet there is less aggravation from strapless than even a boot setup, as long as you avoid any impacts. it's not really that bad at all, just need to be more cautious for 1-2 weekends and not ride past the point of fatigue.
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stringy
Since 23 Jun 2006
1738 Posts
vancouver
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| Wed Jun 20, 07 11:50 am |
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gabe if you are riding strapless, i would think you could get away with wearing the aircast. the thing is you need to wear it with a shoe but since you are strapless it is feasible. i have one if you want to try it out. maybe try it this week at jetty and confirm it works then you can commit to a gorge trip this weekend. i have the lace up style as well.
jim
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J.P.
Since 10 Mar 2005
638 Posts
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| Wed Jun 20, 07 11:53 am |
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| gabe wrote: | that's the best idea. should i mount the chair facing forward like a handicapped skier, or sideways so i can still be a wannabee surfer?
| J.P. wrote: | | or have Hein mount a chair on your surf ride.... |
actually, i bet there is less aggravation from strapless than even a boot setup, as long as you avoid any impacts. it's not really that bad at all, just need to be more cautious for 1-2 weekends and not ride past the point of fatigue. |
Gabe,
I know this might be a tough one for you, but, try it, you might find you like it.
As to which is safer, remind me again what you were riding when you first injured it. :p
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gabe
Since 16 May 2005
491 Posts
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| Wed Jun 20, 07 12:28 pm |
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surfboard with straps. got rolled in some coast waves and didn't kick out fast enough. it's not a big deal. just need to stay on the surface of the big glassy rollers for a weekend and use some white tape for a bit.
| J.P. wrote: | Gabe,
As to which is safer, remind me again what you were riding when you first injured it. :p |
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J.P.
Since 10 Mar 2005
638 Posts
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| Wed Jun 20, 07 12:32 pm |
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| gabe wrote: | | surfboard with straps. got rolled in some coast waves and didn't kick out fast enough. it's not a big deal. just need to stay on the surface of the big glassy rollers for a weekend and use some white tape for a bit. |
Don't forget to hope for the best as you're rolling the bones.... 
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shastadogs2
Since 28 Mar 2005
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| Wed Jun 20, 07 6:19 pm |
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man, gotta wade in on this one: the best brace to wear when kiting is, orcourse no brace attall.
wtf? thats right amigos. if you have to wrap your ankle (knee, elbow, back, neck) to perform an activity, you are far better off not engaging in the activity until the body part is sufficiently rehab'd to allow for pain free, crutch-free use. or: how does arthritis sound to you?
this idea is really not all that controversial. if you rely on an exoskeleton to take the load during impact sports, the underlying musculature will atrophy. the body is efficient. ever seen a leg come out of a cast after 6-8 weeks?
if you aint making a living at it, its better to spend the time getting fully well and then in the gym. thats right, 'nough said.
jimmi
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