Baller DavidN Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 Woke up to find some very sad news this morning.   Another icon gone. :'( Thinking of his family and friends! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Jordan Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 So sad. He was always so generous with his time, answering questions on this board. RIP Eddie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Orlando76 Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 Icon no doubt. He left behind big boots to fill. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ALPJr Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 RIP Eddie Roberts Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller disland Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 will be missed, he was a great guy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Nando Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 Very sad- one of the sport's really good guys. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller pc Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 So sad to read this news of Eddie. He gave so much to the sport and will be missed by everyone who knew or heard of him. RIP Eddie Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Brewski Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 Yup me too. First thing. So sorry to hear. I worked with him on a carbon fiber issue on the Fanthom ski project when HO first used carbon on top of the skis. Great guy. He will be truly missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ALPJr Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 I was both shocked and honored the first time Eddie called me to chat about skis. What a super guy and ambassador of the sport. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller KRoundy Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 I shared a short version of this story on Instagram - Through BOS I was contacted by Eddie a couple of years ago when I needed a repair on a ski. He invited me out to Radar Lake and the Radar lab. I had never met him before but felt like we were instantly friends. I think that was just the kind of guy he was. He showed me around the lab and I got to see some new skis before they were released! It was like visiting Mecca. :) He fixed up my ski and we just chatted about skiing, about how he met Herb O’Brien, and about how much he enjoyed what he did. Once my ski was good to go we went back up to the lake for more of the tour. If I had brought my other gear he would have taken me for a ski (I still kick myself for not throwing a pair of trunks and a vest in my car that day). I stood on the edge of the lake and just took in the scene, thinking about the history of that location. On our way back up to the lake we saw a momma fox with a couple of pups. We both stopped and watched them in silence for a while, just taking in the scene and enjoying the moment. It was an amazing afternoon that I will never forget. Rest In Peace, Eddie. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller jimski Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 So sorry to hear this. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller kc Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 I, as I’m sure all, who have been fortunate enough to have known Eddie, have a heavy heart upon hearing this news. He was special. I’m so sad when I think that he won’t be there in May when he receives his Award of Distinction at the USAWS Hall of Fame Banquet. I am thankful though that he was aware that he was to receive the award, and so many of us had an opportunity to congratulate him on this honor. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Jody_Seal Posted November 28, 2019 Baller_ Share Posted November 28, 2019 Eddie Always ready to help make your skiing experience a better one. Will mis ya brother! Rest in peace Eddie! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Alvin_Neff Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 Eddie was a Great Man and such a contributor to our sport! He always had such a positive mental attitude and provided superior customer service in all of the Waterski companies that he represented! I will miss his smile!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller UWSkier Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 Always helpful, always a great attitude. Great role model on how to treat your fellow humans. Always enjoyed chatting with him and am thankful to have known him. RIP Eddie. You were the best! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chad_Scott Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 Terrible news. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller eleeski Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 Eddie enriched our lives greatly. I'm glad to have known him. RIP. Eric Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
klindy Posted November 28, 2019 Share Posted November 28, 2019 Sad news. Awesome guy. He’ll be missed by the whole waterski community. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller richfoster Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 Such a great person. He always treated me the same. It didn’t matter who he was with or if I was riding his brand. He will be missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller bigtex2011 Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 Wow. Eddie was awesome. The better you knew Eddie, the more you wanted to be around him. He always made me laugh.  Sitting on a tailgate sipping a few Lone Stars, Shiners and Coors Banquets with Eddie and the crew at Radar was an unforgettable moment for me. Definitely thankful Eddie Roberts graced us with his presence for many years. Peace be with the Eddie Roberts family. He made a difference!! Chris Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Chet Posted November 28, 2019 Baller_ Share Posted November 28, 2019 You will be missed my friend. My prayers go out to the family. So many great times. One fine man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller JAS Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 Met Eddie at Crescent Bar Tournament in 1990. I drove 5 hours and didn’t know a soul. I noticed a friendly gathering and walked over. Eddie was getting his father ready to ski and leading his family in cheering him on. His kindness and loving spirit has remained a memory of mine all these years. Thinking of him today #livedwithclass Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Stevie Boy Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 Thinking of his Friends & Family, sad that another great personality in our sport has moved on. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Bill22 Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 Sorry for your loss. His family and friends will be in my thoughts and prayers. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller teammalibu Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 First class man always. Rest In Peace Eddie. Prayers to the family! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Skoot1123 Posted November 28, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 28, 2019 News of this brought me to tears. I reached out to Eddie here on BOS to see if my father in law and I could get a tour of Radar lake one late December day and sure enough he told us to come on over. We got a grand tour of the lake and ski building facility. Such a class act who will be sorely missed. Praying for comfort for his family and his work family. This picture is at Radar Lake with the man himself. Â Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ Wish Posted November 29, 2019 Baller_ Share Posted November 29, 2019 ??? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AUSChubbs Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 I got to meet Eddie once while out at Radar for a short time. He was such a welcoming person and filled with knowledge and stories that were nothing short of amazing. He was also that person that loved everything about this sport and encouraged everyone to be involved and enjoy every moment of it. He is one of those people that made such an impact without having to do much. Â To his family, I am sorry for your loss and prayers to you all Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ral Posted November 29, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2019 Sad news. I did not met him personally, but his words after my neck injury in 2011 were an important help to push thru surgery and recovery. He did not know me, but invested his time sharing his own life experience to make mine better. I believe this shows the kind of man he was. Â He will be missed. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ The_MS Posted November 29, 2019 Baller_ Share Posted November 29, 2019 Thank you Eddie for everything you have done for me. My thoughts and prayers are out to the Roberts family. Sad sad news Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Dacon62 Posted November 29, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2019 On our 2017 Radar Lake visit Eddie made time for a quick photo and also spent some time chatting at the ski dock. We are nobodies in the ski world but he made time for us. Rest In Peace Eddie and condolences. Â Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
firebird Posted November 29, 2019 Share Posted November 29, 2019 His words to me a few days ago were Go win the Worlds ,You OLD FART!!! I hope to be able to do so as a tribute to him. He was a Great friend and will be missed alot. RIP my Friend!!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Dirt Posted November 29, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 29, 2019 Eddie was the best. I bet everyone who met him has a story about his kindness and generosity. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller ColeGiacopuzzi Posted November 30, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 30, 2019 Everyone who knew Eddie had a story about him! He definitely knew how to make you fall out of your chair from laughing. I felt super fortunate that I got to know Eddie over the last 4 years. No matter who you were he gave you his time. The impact he has left on our sport is unforgettable; designs, innovations and everything in between. I remember back in June @brooks and I did a clinic at Radar, the day after it was raining and we went out and skied, along with @jimski. Eddie came out and rode in the boat to watch us all ski. He had a big smile on his face, never complained once. he loved every minute of it just as I did. He loved the sport so much along with everyone that he met. My only wish is that I knew Eddie longer than those 4 years. So grateful for the time I got to spend with him and all that I learned from him. He made you feel like family. Radar Skis  Follow Instagram Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller skihart Posted November 30, 2019 Baller Share Posted November 30, 2019 RIP Eddie. Condolences to his family and friends. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller_ RichardDoane Posted November 4, 2022 Baller_ Share Posted November 4, 2022 It's been almost 3 years now since Eddie passed. His birthday is today, November 3rd, so that's the day we have an informal meeting of the Eddie Roberts Fan Club at his favorite Italian restaurant, Angelo's (which is right around the corner from my shop). I still miss the hell out of his wisdom, sarcasm, and humor, and continue to try my best to always enjoy ever ski ride that I am lucky enough to get. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Baller Skoot1123 Posted November 4, 2022 Baller Share Posted November 4, 2022 Was privileged to have met him once - at Radar Lake no less, where he gave us a tour and walked us through the whole ski manufacturing process where I promised to buy a Radar ski. (Vapor is on the ski rack now). Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Dirt Posted November 4, 2022 Baller Share Posted November 4, 2022 I miss him! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Baller Deanoski Posted November 4, 2022 Baller Share Posted November 4, 2022 Great freind miss him Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Administrators Horton Posted November 4, 2022 Administrators Share Posted November 4, 2022  Goode ★ KD Skis ★ MasterCraft ★ PerfSki ★ Radar ★ Reflex ★ S Lines ★ Stokes Drop a dime in the can  Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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