Gentleman, the time has come. A call to action - national level convention

[Tim]

Our speed bag community has grown by leaps and bounds over the past years. We have a tightly knit group, a family, of incredibly talented members hailing from various locations.

I believe we have reached the point, a critical mass, where we simply must organize a national level gathering of speed bag enthusiasts. Between the speedbagforum.com, speedbagcentral.com, youtube, and offline communities we have an outstanding roster of talented individuals, such as:

Speedbag (Alan Kahn)
Speed Bag Skunk (Zach Ruffo)
Dee Pooler
Paulie D (The Punch Professor)
BillyMackk
Spinsmashpop (Brian Tichey)
Showtime Johnny Pal
Biff
Speed Bag Scissor Hands
John Baca
Rocky Greiner
(and the list goes on and on)

It's time to take the next step of synergy, camaraderie, and promotion of the art of the speed bag.

I propose we arrange to meet, in person, next summer at a centrally located public location for a multi-day speed bag extravaganza.

I have thought long and hard about this originally with Alan, and most recently with Brian and Skunk. I believe I have a proposal for an economical, and workable solution, which I shall describe below:

What
An in person, face to face gathering of speed bag enthusiasts - of all skill levels. An event (a convention) spanning multiple days of learning, practicing, teaching, competition, and freestyle bag punching.

When
Allowing sufficient time for personal planning, scheduling of travel, and reserving resource availability dictates a timeframe of Summer 2010 (June, July, or August). This would be a multi-day event, probably spanning a weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday) during one of those months.

Where
A public location (Hotel with conference center, or a gym) in an easily accessible city. I propose Las Vegas, NV for a number of reasons: cheap and available airfare and lodging, a multitude of private gyms (MMA), and an abundance of hotel/conference centers.

I believe with the speed bag community we have, we can reasonably expect between 6 and 24 baggers participating. Perhaps we would get "walk ins" depending on our location, but I think 6 to 24 is a reasonable expectation for this summer.

As such, this dictates the need for lodging for that number of people and a number of speed bag platforms (the more the better).

I believe our best bet would be to arrange a group rate at a hotel and reserve a conference room in which we would setup several speed bag cages, similar to mine, but having multiple platforms (6 or more). I have a preliminary design by which I can create a transportable cage that can be setup in 60 minutes but would house 7 to 9 speed bag platforms of varying height, simultaneously , depending on configuration (more details on that later).

Alternatively, we could meet at a local gym (boxing or MMA) that already has speed bag platforms. I believe the conference room option is more desirable because the hours will be more flexible and open to our use for any purpose (no worries of disrupting kickboxing class with the sound of the speed bag, punch drumming, etc.) Also , I've not yet seen a gym, other than Ruffo's gym, that has a sufficient number of speed bags to keep 6 or more baggers engaged at once.

How Much?
Airfare to Las Vegas NV is readily available and cheap. Lodging is also cheap there. Most recently I've sent employees there for conferences and we paid $249 for round trip airfare, and $79 night for a GOOD hotel. This is very reasonable, compared to costs at other cities.

Airfare: $250- $500 (Depending on your location)
Lodging: $79 - $99 / night for 2 nights
Conference Registration Fee: To be determined but perhaps $75, $100, or $150 ?

The conference registration fee would cover: The cost and expense of renting a conference room at the hotel, the creation and transport of one or more "speed bag cage"(s) to the location, rental/transportation of audio equipment (maybe a live drum kit?) and stereo system for punch drumming, and probably some swag such as: autographed speed bags, autographed speed bag bible, autographed drum heads, shirts or hats, etc. for each participant. Maybe a raffle for a sponsor donated item (a really nice platform, etc.)

NOTE: We may need to pursue corporate sponsorship to offset some of the costs. Several of us (Brian, Skunk, and myself) have multiple ideas of how to accomplish that.

I should stress this would not be run as a for profit event. Any registration fees would be used for the equipment and facilities needed for the event, not for any one's personal gain.

So I will ask, would you be interested in participating in an event such as that described above?

I believe if we can get a reasonable commitment from a number of people we could commence serious planning. If the commitment is not as large as expected we could scale back the event (most likely by meeting at a gym with speed bag platforms, rather than having our own, minimal swag, etc.).

And lastly, all of the above is a PROPOSAL I am open to ideas and input to make this successful!

[SpeedBagScissorhands]

Tim! Brilliant idea! I would be there with bells on! It would be fun as hell being we all know each other already either in person, phone or online. It would great to meet. I would also love to learn a little something from all these awesome baggers who would attend. If I can walk out of there with a few more tricks up my sleeve and make some cool speed bagggin friends- that would be sick! Lets do it!

[Biff]

Tim, as I mentioned in my PM, I'm all for this idea. I know it's been kicked around informally before, but this is great to see the idea finally taking shape. I am willing to do whatever you need to help make this event (no matter how big or small) become a reality.

Let the planning begin.

[Biff]

Tim, Maybe you considered this location, maybe not. But what about the Orlando area? I know you live nearby, and maybe you didn't suggest it because of that.

Airfare is traditionally cheaper to Orlando, there are a gazillion places to stay and many things to do. Maybe some folks can schedule their family vacation around this event and they can bag and vacation at the same time. I know it's on the east coast and may prevent some folks from attending, but no matter what site is ultimately decided upon, distance will always be a factor.

I hope others will chime in with suggestions. No matter where the host city is, let's see if we can get this iidea to fly.

EDIT: Let's call this the first annual SpeedBagForum BAG-IN.

[Jordan]

yeah, can't say that doesn't sound like an awesome idea.

[spinsmashpop]

Hey! I dig it... I've written many times about this exact thing...
I will have my band Speed Bag Dragon together then and we'll drive and play ..maybe get some special guests.....
Vegas is cool...
Definitely...
And I do not say this cuz I live there.... but in LA we can try to really get a Sylvester Stallone type and present him with a lifetime achievement Speed Bag award .... He and Alan Kahn can be the Guests of Honor. Getting a big name a town car to the event is cheaper than a first class flight!
But who knows, it could all work in Vegas!
Yeah!
Gotta go to the show now.....
BAG ON!

[SpeedBagScissorhands]

I am all for Vegas or L.A. - im sure Vegas would be cheaper but maybe I can promote my movies in L.A. :)haha- Yes im from New Jersey but Atlantic City in the summer is very cool and cheap.- I'd rather have a great excuse to go to the west coast. Anywhere is cool with me! SBSH

[Speedbag]

I've been dreaming about a bagger reunion for a LONG time. There are thousands of bagger fans all over the country, and for every one registered on the forum there are 50 that aren't. I've had tons of emails, and before email was king, letters centered around the speed bag bible, Along with a massive database of names and address of potential participants. Doctors, Lawyers, Bankers, designers, veterans, boxers, club owners, Police, Martial Artists, Radio hosts and Musicians of all genres. Checking my records I've had numerous contacts in he Vegas area, as well as went there to meet with one of the Downtorn Casino's about just such an idea. A friend of mine is a real live private detective there, and has a few contacts in the casino industries.

It would take at least two or three major sponsors to cover the costs of room and meals ala banquet style down to. Several equipment sponsors might throw in a few freestanding frames. I would not suggest too many because of the noise factor. Maybe a few local boxing gyms or local exercise centers would want to participate, along wth a big name like a stallone or someone who is famous and hits the bag. For my part, Books and DVD's are no problem. Shirts hats etc. can be easily desinged as I had done one in Orlando. Vegas is a great location with things to do and lots of gyms etc. But so is Orlando Dallas or Kansas City, which is he home of both Ringside and titleboxing.Nothning like being jn their back yard

Several of us could do teaching seminars of interest, :Punchdrumming, freestyling, teaching etc. we could anygthing we wanted. sponsor some training session for handicapped kids. you'd be surprised who might want to take part.

So count me in. Be aware that a casino, convention center or hotel location want numbers. 25 is a key number and they may need at least that many for the first discount price break.

[SpeedBagSkunk]

OHHHH yeahhhh thats what im talking about. Doesnt matter where its at!! IM there!!! Along with probly 3 or 4 of my best students will be coming with me! Im going to send this to EVERLAST and see what they say. Hopefully we can get the ball moving so that by next summer we will be ready to BAG!!!!

[SpeedBagSkunk]

Ill let you know there reply but KNOW that i sent him TIM's proposal. so They cant say i didnt let them know first! Hope to GOD that they get back to me with some awesome news!!!!!!

[Speedbag]

Ill let you know there reply but KNOW that i sent him TIM's proposal. so They cant say i didnt let them know first! Hope to GOD that they get back to me with some awesome news!!!!!!

THANKS! Everlast has the connections and star power to make this dream a reality. Particularly with the Vegas location.

[Tim]

Tim! Brilliant idea! I would be there with bells on! It would be fun as hell being we all know each other already either in person, phone or online

yeah, can't say that doesn't sound like an awesome idea.

OHHHH yeahhhh thats what im talking about. Doesnt matter where its at!! IM there!!! Along with probly 3 or 4 of my best students will be coming with me! Im going to send this to EVERLAST and see what they say. Hopefully we can get the ball moving so that by next summer we will be ready to BAG!!!!

Glad to hear that you guys think it's a good idea. This is beyond exciting!!! I've been tormented by this idea for many months now, but it seems like it's now possible.

Tim, Maybe you considered this location, maybe not. But what about the Orlando area? I know you live nearby, and maybe you didn't suggest it because of that.

Bingo, that would have seemed a bit selfish :) Plus Orlando is quite mundane for me (been here 5 years). Mostly though I'd like to spread some love to the west coast.


Airfare is traditionally cheaper to Orlando, there are a gazillion places to stay and many things to do. Maybe some folks can schedule their family vacation around this event and they can bag and vacation at the same time. All good points. By all means my proposal was just that, to get real concrete conversations going.

We should consider the merits of various locations. Orlando is on the short list.

Hey! I dig it... I've written many times about this exact thing...
I will have my band Speed Bag Dragon together then and we'll drive and play ..maybe get some special guests.....
Vegas is cool...
Definitely...
And I do not say this cuz I live there.... but in LA we can try to really get a Sylvester Stallone type and present him with a lifetime achievement Speed Bag award .... He and Alan Kahn can be the Guests of Honor. Getting a big name a town car to the event is cheaper than a first class flight!

I hear you... star power, west coast, proximity to a few of our key figures... I think LA should be on the "Short List"

I've been dreaming about a bagger reunion for a LONG time.

Time to make it real. We've got to do this, not in 2013, 2012, or 2011. We've got to get this done in 2010. I don't care if it ends up being 5 of us or 50 of us in one location, it's a start.


It would take at least two or three major sponsors to cover the costs of room and meals ala banquet style down to.We may have to consider several options. A "minimum" cost option is each person pays their own way, lodging, and meals (many places to eat where ever we end up). No catered food, no coffee & bagels (bring our own), etc. I hear those catered meals are a killer - $1,000 for coffee and bagels, etc. So I think that's out. Then we'd simply have to cover conference room rental and transport of the equipment there.

I really think it would be nice if we were all at the same hotel, but that may not be a necessity. Maybe we just rent a gym for those 2 days, and have them let us setup our speed bag cages. It could be that simple. But, I'd rather we dictate the hours, activities, etc. which I think we could do better in our own conference room.

Several equipent sponsors might throw in a few freestanding frames. I would not suggest too many because of the noise factor.On the contrary, I think we make it priority to find a place that will accept the noise... I say the more bags the better! We tell them it's a fitness/equipment/musical expo of sorts and there will loud music and drumming, from 9am - 9pm. If that's not ok, their facility is out of the running... we can't risk being thrown out the day of if things are too loud, and believe me, they will be loud!

Maybe a few local boxing gyms or local exercise centers would want to participate, along wth a big name like a stallone or someone who is famous and hits the bag. For my part, Books and DVD's are no problem. Shirts hats etc. can be easily desinged as I had done one in Orlando.There are many big name gyms in Vegas (Xtreme couture, etc.). It's the mecca of MMA. If we can't find a hotel that will take the noise, we can try to rent a gym (or portion thereof).

We definitely have to get to some rough cost estimates. I will be calling around to the CVBs (Convention & Visitors Bureaus) and various facilities of each respective Short Listed city.. trying to get an idea of how much we would need, then we can figure out how to cover it.


Vegas is a great location with things to do and lots of gyms etc. But so is Orlando Dallas or Kansas City, which is he home of both Ringside and titleboxing.Nothning like being jn their back yardYou bring up excellent points. I hadn't considered Kansas but that does make some sense. The only drawback I see is that it's not (generally) considered an exotic travel location, which might make it a harder sell for families.

I will add Dallas and Kansas City to the short list.

I do think it be a requirement that the city have a major airport, to simplify travel.


Several of us could do teaching seminars of interest, :Punchdrumming, freestyling, teaching etc. we could anygthing we wanted. sponsor some training session for handicapped kids. you'd be surprised who might want to take part. So count me in.There will be no shortage of activities, I am sure of that :)

Be aware that a casino, convention center or hotel location want numbers. 25 is a key number and they may need at least that many for the first discount price break.Yes, I will start investigating that immediately.

[metaldad]

Man, I don't care where it is........this is an awesome opportunity and I'm gonna start saving up!!!

[SpeedBagSkunk]

Now hold up for just a second. Before we get to far ahead of ourselves. We need to think.. I mean come on 8 bags at one time with 8 speedbaggers is going to sound like "Thunder or an Earth Quake" So attaching to any structure is WAY out of the question in my eyes. I have 8 platforms That are attached to a steal building and OMG it makes a awesome sound. BUT to anyone else they might be calling the fire department. So the question i have is HOW MANY BAGS do we need. 8 baggers at a time seems like a easy number but like Tim is saying making a speedbag cage that continues for 8 on each side would be Fin awesone. I think we need to find the place and then find out WHO is going to help us: EVERLAST, RingSide, Title, ect. If we make the budget too high lots of people wont be able to make it. Lets face it most of us just normal hard working people that LOVE to speedbag. I know im no Baller$$$ I dont mind helping with money by no means at all im just saying it will start to be a pretty penny if we get 16 speedbag platforms, all the wood we need to build, Stars, Airfare, Hotel, Food and Expences as well as a few other things. Thats why im thinking we need HELP!!!! So all of us need to shout out to sponsarships that will help us put this together. Im going to bust my ass to try and get everlast to help us with this. I talked to My guy at everlast when i came back from FOREINGER show and told him LOOK this speedbag thing is getting bigger and bigger day after day. I know rock stars that hit the bag, Superstars that hit the bag, Playmates that hit the bag and many others that tear it up. Theres gotta be some way we can put a RING in there bell to make them OPEN there eyes to see how big and succesful this could be.

Yall know my home town is SMALL!!! Lake City florida a speck on the map bout 1 hr from the jacksonville airport. I wouldnt charge nothing to use my facility. Even if we did a small event first to get the baggers there would be fine with me BUT i do believe in a BIGGEr CITY we would get much more exposure plus i dont know many stars that would come to lake shitty i mean city.

I do believe we all need to start making phone calls, sending e mails and reaching out to anyone and everyone we can to help put this AWESOME event together.

[fingers]

Man i would so be up for this!! unfortunately the trip across the pond would seriously dent my wallet!! it would be great to meet you guys and learn, hope it goes well, best wishes from one of the UK contingent.

[Tim]

Man i would so be up for this!! unfortunately the trip across the pond would seriously dent my wallet!! it would be great to meet you guys and learn, hope it goes well, best wishes from one of the UK contingent.

I'd love to make this an int'l event :) We'll be more than happy to have you if there is any way you can attend !!!! i understand the costs would be really big. I know at one point the UK to US exchange rate was very favorable, but I don't know if that is still the case (not that it makes that much of a difference).

[Kaju Dog]

Has a location or region been solidified yet?

I am sure I can secure plenty of room for such an event in the CA. Bay Area and have several locations available in the Central Valley.

We have multiple Martial Arts schools with many conections to youth centers etc. In the San Jose area I have the use of 2 schools that both have boxing rings also.

If an area is predetermined, I can make some calls. Only problem would be to have the number of speed bags set up that we need.

For those of you that dont mind sleeping on the floor (mats) we can also have a place to crash if needed.

You guys have earned my admiration and respect.

If I can help, count me in.

WOOF!

I may also be able to hook up a spot in Long Beach area.

KD:cool:

[Kaju Dog]

I think the thread title needs to be fixed. It says, "convention". Should we change it to "Kahnvention" or
"Speed Baggers 1st Annual International Kahnference"

[metaldad]

I think the thread title needs to be fixed. It says, "convention". Should we change it to "Kahnvention" or
"Speed Baggers 1st Annual International Kahnference"And it Kahntinues lol

[Biff]

This is getting Kahntagious. BTW, there are 1947 words that begin with 'con.' Let the "pun-ning" kahntinue.

[spinsmashpop]

This is getting Kahntagious. BTW, there are 1947 words that begin with 'con.' Let the "pun-ning" kahntinue.

Man Biff, where did you find the time to sit with a dictionary and count all those "con" words? Did you ever lose count and have to start all over?????

?????????

[spinsmashpop]

HAHA..... you don't me well enough... I'm kidding!!

[Biff]

Jeez BT, I hope I didn't come across as the serious geek type (although I may look it). http://www.c3vr.com/member_uploads/1_100/16/lol.gif I'm pretty thick-skinned and knew you were kidding!

I lead a boring life and love to read the dictionary. I'm up to the "M's" now. I did lose count several times, and became so frustrated that I dis-kahntinued that approach.

Actually, I just Googled "words that begin with con."

EDIT: Oh no, I just re-read this post. I AM A GEEK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[spinsmashpop]

Jeez BT, I hope I didn't come across as the serious geek type (although I may look it). http://www.c3vr.com/member_uploads/1_100/16/lol.gif I'm pretty thick-skinned and knew you were kidding!

I lead a boring life and love to read the dictionary. I'm up to the "M's" now. I did lose count several times, and became so frustrated that I dis-kahntinued that approach.

Actually, I just Googled "words that begin with con."

EDIT: Oh no, I just re-read this post. I AM A GEEK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

I don't think any of that is boring. I think little facts like that are interesting.
Did you know it is ok to use "moose", "mooses", or "meese" when referring to more than one moose? I think that rules! If it's ok to do that, than that law should be allowed for other common spelling and pronunciation annoyances!

[Tim]

Has a location or region been solidified yet?

Not yet. We're still gathering estimates about prices in various locations. I think it's fair to see it will likely be either West Coast or East Coast though, probably not in the middle. Feedback from people is they want a destination that will interest spouses, friends, or family (Not that there isn't places like that in the middle of the country).


I am sure I can secure plenty of room for such an event in the CA. Bay Area and have several locations available in the Central Valley.

We have multiple Martial Arts schools with many conections to youth centers etc. In the San Jose area I have the use of 2 schools that both have boxing rings also.

Logistically this would be much simpler if we could find a place that already has multiple speed bags, but I'm talking something on the order of 8 to 10 speed bags... not many gyms with that many.


If I can help, count me in.


Keep your eye on this area of the forums, we'll be making decisions in the next 6-8 weeks I think (in regards to a location).

[Tim]

I think the thread title needs to be fixed. It says, "convention". Should we change it to "Kahnvention" or
"Speed Baggers 1st Annual International Kahnference
"

Ha! I'd be all for it, but Alan is much too modest to have anything like that.

[Speedbag]

Ha! I'd be all for it, but Alan is much too modest to have anything like that.

You're right. When it comes to names, that would be no Kahntest.

Sorry, but I would not Kahnsent to that.

[10Alton]

Hey Tim,
I would love to be there to meet the greats, let me know when and where and it's on!!!!!!!!<)BL

[MikeTarheel]

Count me In on this Endeavor, Mates. I am not great yet under the board, but I would like to contribute to the effort in whatever fashion might be supportive.

Thanks,
Mike

[Tim]

Hey Tim,
I would love to be there to meet the greats, let me know when and where and it's on!!!!!!!!<)BL

Count me In on this Endeavor, Mates. I am not great yet under the board, but I would like to contribute to the effort in whatever fashion might be supportive.

Thanks,
Mike

Glad to hear you guys are on board ... details will be coming soon, I hope. It's not easy finding a place that can accomodate this. NOISE and $$$$$ are serious considerations :(

[ukspeedbag]

Man i would so be up for this!! unfortunately the trip across the pond would seriously dent my wallet!! it would be great to meet you guys and learn, hope it goes well, best wishes from one of the UK contingent.

I've only just seen this. It sounds like a fantastic idea Tim. Maybe one day, there'll be enough baggers here in the UK to do something similar.

fingers I looked at flights, let's say July 2010, it would cost something like £1,700 + :eek::eek:

Gutted!:mad:

[fingers]

:eek::eek: My car never cost that much!!:(

[Tim]

I've only just seen this. It sounds like a fantastic idea Tim. Maybe one day, there'll be enough baggers here in the UK to do something similar.

Love the idea. Regionalized bag meetings. Hope it comes to pass.


fingers I looked at flights, let's say July 2010, it would cost something like £1,700 + :eek::eek:

Gutted!:mad:

Yipes :( And that's just the flight alone. Oh well. Sometime down the road there will be something in the UK and AUS as well, seems like we've got good support in both those countries.

[dax_q]

Hey guys, haven't been around for a while. Quick update, my platform(Lowe's pine) is breaking up on me. I need to find a more solid piece of wood. Anyway, I vote for doing this at Skunk's gym. He volunteered it and it would make the most sense. If it is a big success, we could do a destination convention the following year. This could be a test run without the need to spend a lot of money. Just my thoughts.
-Dax

[Biff]

Hey guys, haven't been around for a while. Quick update, my platform(Lowe's pine) is breaking up on me. I need to find a more solid piece of wood. Anyway, I vote for doing this at Skunk's gym. He volunteered it and it would make the most sense. If it is a big success, we could do a destination convention the following year. This could be a test run without the need to spend a lot of money. Just my thoughts.
-Dax

Dax, unfortunately, Skunk had to close his gym a few months ago. We are still exploring Vegas and Orlando. If they don't pan out, we have a place in New Jersey that we can fall back on. Look for posts by a member called RealGymm.

Sorry to hear about your platform. I thought you had a good idea there.

[royalewifcheese]

I'm new but count me in!

[SpeedBagUS]

Hi Tim and fellow speedbaggers...I am new to the forum...Thanks for having me...We have about 20 speedbag enthusiasts (ages 16- 94) who work out at a downtown gym in Pensacola, FL...It's great to meet people like ourselves who share a passion for the speedbag...

We are proposing a Speedbag Marathon to be held in the coming weeks (May/early June).

Purpose is to set a world record that keeps a speedbag in motion for multiple hours which will be updated on YouTube. Participants will display their skill on a single bag rotating with one another until the record is set...Our aim is to promote the skill of speedbagging...
Event currently planned to be held at the Downtown YMCA in Pensacola USA...

You are welcome to join us...

PS: There is a growing Speedbag Skunk fanbase on the Gulf Coast...

All the best, Joe Webb (SpeedBagUS)

joe@speedbagus.com

joe@SpeedbagMarathon.com
(the above email active by 3.31.10

[Tim]

Hi Tim and fellow speedbaggers...I am new to the forum...Thanks for having me...We have about 20 speedbag enthusiasts (ages 16- 94) who work out at a downtown gym in Pensacola, FL...It's great to meet people like ourselves who share a passion for the speedbag...

Welcome to the forum


We are proposing a Speedbag Marathon to be held in the coming weeks (May/early June).

Purpose is to set a world record that keeps a speedbag in motion for multiple hours which will be updated on YouTube. Participants will display their skill on a single bag rotating with one another until the record is set...Our aim is to promote the skill of speedbagging...
Event currently planned to be held at the Downtown YMCA in Pensacola USA...

You are welcome to join us...

Sounds like a blast! Please let us know when you finalize a date!

[Speedbag]

Hi Tim and fellow speedbaggers...I am new to the forum...Thanks for having me...We have about 20 speedbag enthusiasts (ages 16- 94) who work out at a downtown gym in Pensacola, FL...It's great to meet people like ourselves who share a passion for the speedbag...

We are proposing a Speedbag Marathon to be held in the coming weeks (May/early June).

Purpose is to set a world record that keeps a speedbag in motion for multiple hours which will be updated on YouTube. Participants will display their skill on a single bag rotating with one another until the record is set...Our aim is to promote the skill of speedbagging...
Event currently planned to be held at the Downtown YMCA in Pensacola USA...

You are welcome to join us...

PS: There is a growing Speedbag Skunk fanbase on the Gulf Coast...

All the best, Joe Webb (SpeedBagUS)

joe@speedbagus.com

joe@SpeedbagMarathon.com
(the above email active by 3.31.10

Welcome JOE

you might want to check out Heather Wellard of Tonbridge England (http://www.speedbagcentral.com/ssp/speed_bag_records) and her 26 hour non-stop punching marathon.

You may need to Register with the Guinness world records site (http://www.guinnessworldrecords.com/register/login.aspx)

Good Luck! :D

[SpeedBagUS]

Hi Speed Bag...Appreciate the reply...Aware of Heather's record...What an achievement...We have applied to set a Guinness record using multiple participants...This particular classification/record may not exist at this juncture but we are going for it because we love speedbagging...

Thanks for the encouragement and what you bring to the sport...All the best...Joe

[spinsmashpop]

Hi Speed Bag...Appreciate the reply...Aware of Heather's record...What an achievement...We have applied to set a Guinness record using multiple participants...This particular classification/record may not exist at this juncture but we are going for it because we love speedbagging...

Thanks for the encouragement and what you bring to the sport...All the best...Joe

Welcome!
You guys are a cool clan of psycho baggers!
I think we'd all love to see some vid of what you are all doing together!
Sounds great! It would be cool if you made a little trek up to NJ for the convention!!!
BAG ON!!!