2nd Wind Sports
"It's not about the years in your life, it's the life in your years."

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39 years old
Hood River, Oregon
United States



Last Login:7/16/2008
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    2nd Wind Sports's Interests
GeneralFamily,Friends, skiing, snowboarding, backcountry skiing, mtn biking, kiteboarding, windsurfing, and being active in my local community.
Movies"So I Married An Axe Murderer" "Jay and Silent Bob Strike Back"
BooksSun Tzu "The Art of War" Warren Miller "Wine, Women, and Warren" Yvonne Chouinard "Let my people go surfing"
HeroesAnyone who lives life to the fullest and helps others do so as well.

     2nd Wind Sports's Details
Status:Married
Here for:Networking
Hometown:Hood River
Ethnicity:Other
Zodiac Sign:Pisces
Children:Proud parent
Education:College graduate
Occupation:business co-owner

   2nd Wind Sports's Networking
Marketing - Sales - Business Development
Retail Sports (water and snow).

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Hood River, Oregon US
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About me:

Pepi and Erica Gerald are the Co-owners of 2nd Wind Sports (we specialize in new and consigned windsports, snowsports, mountaineering and camping equipment). We live, work and play in the town of Hood River, Oregon, located right on the Columbia River Gorge and a 30min drive from Mount Hood.

Our credo is "local knowledge, local service, and local prices". We take pride in learning it, living it, loving it, and sharing it, when it comes to our sports that we and our staff represent.

Our staff :

Pepi Gerald - Pepi brings to our shop over 15yrs of sales experience from the snowboard, kiteboard and windsurf industry, both in international and national sales. After spending many years travelling and working for other business owners, Pepi and Erica felt it was time to take a stab at running their own business and personal destiny. AKA "The Cleanup Crew" for his persistence in always trying to get in an evening 'session' on the water after closing time at 2nd Wind.

Erica Gerald - Erica brings to the shop a decade of sales and marketing experience in sailing, snowboarding and skiing. Her passion for sharing the outdoors experience with others is uncompromised and is the force that pushes our staff to help others enjoy the sports we represent.

Mike Snedecor - Can anyone love snowboarding more than Mike? I think not. Mikes one of our original staff who lives to snowboard, kiteboard and windsurf. The only thing that you need to know about Mike is that he's local and loves to share his knowledge Hood River's better secret spots, be it for wind, snow or just a good camping spot.

Matt Luchsinger - AKA"Suds". Suds will have you know that he's kind of a 'big deal' around town(yeah,right). Suds is our other original staff. When not behind the counter at 2nd Wind, Suds can be found on the skihill as a Tech Rep for Rossignol or at our local Sandbar with his Lab Desiree, testing the breaking threshold of our shop demo gear.

Anna Weber - Snowboarding is what brought Anna to Hood River (Mt Hood that is). Her accomplishments in boardercross and as a Level III Coach have set Anna apart from the rest of us, plus her ability to quickly pick up new sports such as kiteboarding (where she getting close to surpassing her boss's skills). Ask Anna about any item in our shop, she's either touched it, tagged it, worn it or ridden it.

Alex Nielson - AKA'Shop Grom'. Alex grew up snowboarding, but truly loves windsurfing, whether it's on the race course or just trying to pass his old man at the Event Site. If it has anything to do with windsurfing Alex will know how to ride it, tune it or repair it. We're pretty proud of how Alex has been developing his shop skills under the apprenticeship of Mike and Matt.

Tara Zwink - A longtime windsurfer and snowboarder, Tara brings over a decade of professional snowboard competition experience to our shop. Tara's the newest addition to our crew, and is easy to find due to her constant smile and her ability to put you at ease when helping you with any questions or advice you need.

Jill Boyer - Accomplished River Guide, world traveler and snowboard instructor, Jill joined our staff this winter to help us deal with our ever increasing workload as a fast growing local shop. You'll be seeing Jill out on the water this Spring learning to windsurf and, along with Tara, paying her dues learning to kiteboard.

OUR KITE/WINDSURF TEAM :

Arla Funk - If you've ever spent time at the Sandbar or at the Hatchery, it's a given that you've met Arla. On the beach or on the water she's always overflowing with positive stoke, and riding the kite or sail as big as the "guys".

Brett Newcomb - Brett's been a gorge local for sometime now , either on the water, in a shop or at the Sandbar teaching newby kiteboarders. When he's not on the water, it probably means that it's nighttime and he's probably sleeping.

Forrest Rae - Anywhere you see flat water and a slider, you'll likely find Forrest tearing it up. Forrest is one of the Slider representatives for the Columbia Gorge Kiteboarding Assoc, and as such is volunteering much of hsi time this summer to help develop and maintain a world class slider park for our kiteboard spot.

THE INFAMOUS COOK BRO's

- Joby Cook - Our magazine ad posterchild Joby is working hard to leave his mark in the kiting community by competing at a few slider events for 08'. Along with Forrest, Joby will be found anywhere there's flatwater and a slider. Keep an eye out for Joby this summer!

- Jake Cook - Keeping the pace with Joby and Forrest will be Jake. This team of guys will all be representing Liquid Force Kiteboarding in full force at the Sandbar for 2008. A Sandbar regular, Jake will be a fixture you cannot miss if you spend anytime down on the water.

OUR SKI/SNOWBOARD TEAM :

David Rovianek - David's not hard to miss at Meadows, he's either stoking out other riders with his talent in the park or with his support for making better riders out of anyone he rides with.

Brent Rovianek - Following in his brother's footsteps is not an easy thing to do, especially if you are 3rd in a solid line of accomplished riders, but Brent is setting his own pace at the park and one to watch for the future.

The Hood River Snowboard Team - Along with the support of Atomic Snowboards and Rossignol Snowboards, 2nd Wind has had the privilege of being able to support riders on Oregon's state champ team.

LOCAL FRIENDS AND ALLIES :

Columbia Gorge Windsurfing Assoc - Water Safety and Access

Columbia Gorge Kiteboarding Assoc - Water Safety and Access

The Alpinees - Alpine climbing club

The Cragrats - Mountain Search and Rescue

Mt Hood Meadows Ski Patrol - The guys that make it happen!

NW KITE - WWW.NWKITE.COM

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Who I'd like to meet:
People interested in windsports, snowsports and any boardsports. Hood River locals to expand our locals network and get the word our about our products, events, services, and parties.



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2nd Wind Sports has 144 friends.
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 Darren 


 Ilyse 


 Derek™ 


 Holly 


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Jun 23 2008 10:21 PM

hope you guys can make it this friday! local and international hip hop at the River City!

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May 13 2008 12:01 PM

Come join 2nd Wind Sports and Royal Kiteboarding for The ROYAL Kiteboard Party at the River City Saloon with live music from "SALEM".

Party details:

THE ROYAL KITEBOARD PARTY
w/ live music from X-Games band "SALEM"

Brought to you by : 2nd Wind Sports, Royal Kiteboarding and Dakine.

When : Saturday Evening May 17th, starting @ 9pm

Where : The River City Saloon, Hood River OR

Why : To listen to an amalgamation of funk, hip-hop, jazz, and Afro-Cuban music from "SALEM", who just finished playing at the Winter X Games with De La Soul, the US Freeskiing Open Party, and then the Jeep King of the Mountain World Championships.
This is the party that kicks off the start of our kite season as we shake off the chilly Spring weather, welcome the Canadians visiting on Victoria Day Weekend, catch up with the local crews from Seattle, HR and PDX, and last, but not least, jump up on stage to earn some free shwag from 2nd Wind Sports, Royal Kiteboarding and Dakine.

Drink of the night : Crown and Cokes will be $4(instead of $5.50) and we'll have 50 free drinks to giveaway throughout the evening.

Cover : $7 a person/$5 for card carrying CGKA members

For more info/details contact 2nd Wind Sports : (541)386-4464 or Pepi@gorge.net


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tory.





May 13 2008 8:26 AM

partypartypartypartypartypartypartypartypartypartypartypartypartypartypartypartypartyparty partypartypartypartypartypartypartypartypartypartypartyparty. Repeat.
alex





Apr 30 2008 11:31 PM

3.4 today at doug's! it was sick!! don't worry, i didn't skip school to go.. i just slept through school.. :D
see ya friday!
Arla J Funk





Apr 23 2008 10:53 PM

Very nicely done kids here at 2nd Wind!!! You guys know how to tho a party and I'm Gonna help allll summer Long!!!! GO LIQUID FORCE!!
Excellent Gentlemen


Is Online


Apr 20 2008 11:25 PM

Aw yeah!
Did we see you up on Meadows this weekend?
Much Love and Respect,
Excellent Gentlemen
2nd Wind Sports





Apr 10 2008 10:31 PM

Slingshot Global Team Rider Ben Wilson joins us in the Gorge this month for a special treat! Join Slingshot and 2nd Wind Sports in Hood River for a premier showing of the Unknown Road and sign up to get in on the free riding and tips clinic with Ben himself. Spaces are limited, so sign up early! Contact Pepi at 541-386-4464 or pepi@gorge.net or a.bernard@slingshotsports.com with questions.

Party details:

HR Movie Premier of "Unknown Road" with Special Guest Ben Wilson
Brought to you by : 2nd Wind Sports, Slingshot Sports and Dakine.
When : Thursday Evening April 17th, starting @ 9pm
Who : Anyone who is jonesing for the summer kite season to start!
Why : To watch a premium quality kite surf flick with the star athlete in attendance (not that Amery and McLovin aren't enough of a big deal) and to catch some free shwag from 2nd Wind, Slingshot and Dakine.
Cover : It's FREE DAMN IT!!



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Ben Wilson bringin' it to you live at the River City!

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tory.





Apr 10 2008 12:19 PM

Soooo stoked for summertime! bring on the crowds, the heat, the traffic (ugh) and the WIND!! Whens the first kick off the summer?
Holly





Apr 6 2008 10:47 PM

so im in maui woth no wind!! lame! but i am gettin certified to teach kiteboarding so yeah im supper stoked!!! anyways they tell me that i need to start flying bow kites! i dont know about that im still not that convinced on them, they have no power! i flew a 15m nash kite today and it had no balls... i guess i need to learn how to fly the bow kite, but it feels soo different, what do you think about the whole bow kite deal?
A Wind Of Change





Mar 22 2008 5:37 PM


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AJ





Mar 10 2008 8:31 AM

hey team whats up? Ive actually been to your shop before and it was a lot of fun. I try to come to hood river every spring time when the snow melts off in montana. Ask Arla why she didnt go to the montana snowkite rodeo...or at least say hello to her from AJ . We met at rhw superfly open a month ago!..
m grey





Mar 10 2008 2:43 AM

thx for add
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greez from vienna
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Feb 18 2008 10:12 AM

Check out our myspace blog for a fresh new article on snowkiting that includes an interview with 2nd Wind teamrider Arla Funk!!
http://blog.myspace.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=blog.ListAll&friendID=211098297

Driven by the wind
Snowkiting takes flight in Park City
ANNA BLOOM, Of the Record staff
Article Launched: 02/15/2008 04:16:48 PM MST

Arla Funk participates in last weekend's SuperFly, an international competition for snowkiters at...

By night, Arla Funk stays grounded, dressed in a black button-down shirt, reciting the details of the daily specials at Wahso. But by day, she takes flight, riding the wind on a snowboard, sometimes 30 or 40 feet above ground, holding onto a giant kite.
Once only occasionally viewed by drivers along U. S. 40, the snowkiter, one part astronaut, one part ski bum, is no longer the rare bird it once was, Funk says. While kiting over the ocean near South Padre Island, Texas, she reports meeting several Parkites sailing beside her. Take any night of the week, and you'll find at least five Wahso staffers who would consider themselves avid kiters, on water and snow, says Funk.
"Snow kiting is becoming huge absolutely huge because you can take it anywhere," she says. "It's just a fun, full-throttle sport. "
Arla Funk recommends kites from the California-based company Liquid Force. For more information, visit liquidforcekites. com























Darren





Feb 5 2008 10:06 PM

So, are you going to see Rush @ Clark County Amphitheater?
2nd Wind Sports





Jan 13 2008 1:41 AM

Come join us on Wed, JAN 16th, at the River City Saloon for the
"PRAY TO ULLR - Snowsports Rep Appreciation Party" .

Live Music from "MAYHEM"

Festivities start around 8pm and run until Gumby shuts us down.

Thank you to our party sponsors :
HR DISTILLERS/DAKINE/SMITH OPTICS/ ROSSIGNOL SNOWBOARDS/ATOMIC SNOWBOARDS
www.windsurfingtravel.com





Jan 3 2008 7:04 PM

Happy New Year!
And thanks for the add.

Jake
www.windsurfingtravel.com
STAND STRONG AGAIN





Dec 3 2007 3:18 PM

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energy





Nov 15 2007 1:04 PM

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Sudz





Nov 15 2007 11:55 AM

Hey shouldnt you guys be working or something!
2nd Wind Sports





Nov 4 2007 8:36 AM

Come join us on THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 8th, at 8pm for our:
Annual Pray for Snow Party
When THURS, NOV 8th, 8pm
Where The River City Saloon
What DoubleFeature Showing of:
"Seven Sunny Days"
(MSP Productions Ski Movie)
&
"Catch The Vapors"
(Standard Films Snowboard Movie)

Why Watch,Drink & Pray For Snow!!!
Free shwag in between movies!!!
Cover FREE!!!!!!!
???? 2nd Wind Sports: 386-4464
energy





Oct 31 2007 10:10 AM

whats up 2nd Wind?
Tonix Pictures





Oct 31 2007 2:56 AM


Thanks for the add!
Darren





Oct 29 2007 11:03 PM

What's goin on dude? Hows the knee?
Mountain MAN!!!!





Oct 26 2007 10:50 AM

Hey, thanx for the add!! I have always loved your store, loved the great prices and the great local vibe you portray! Thanx for the parties and sponsering so many events!! I'll be seeing you soon!

Hey, also check out the new music video I made for my friend! Shot with a digital camera in two afternoons and cost around $7 for gas and bridge toll!
Darren





Oct 17 2007 2:29 PM

There you go....I've invited you to the MI c/o 1987 group!!! Join up!!

Alex-
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