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Produced in conjunction with atlantahatesus.com and Deluxe Dist., “Southern Comfort” is a hard hitting Atlanta-based skate video that was filmed and edited by Matt Swinsky and contains full parts from Real’s Justin Brock, and locals David Clark, Rhett Freeman, and many others. It premieres on August 5th in Atlanta. If you’re in the area, check it out.
Posted by bkI just had a good conversation on the phone with an old friend of mine. He’s now on the outside and has straightened up with his sights set to enjoy the freedoms of skating once again. Good to hear from you Sean. We’ll hook up next week.
Posted by bkAnother week drops and another highly regarded skateboard brand launches its newly redesigned website without one of its familar faces. Yes, Plan B’s new site is live and direct and fully functional while Darrell Stanton remains absent from the team’s lineup.
Out on the other coast, at Zoo York’s site reflects that Kenny Hughes has been quietly dismissed from the team’s roster. Look for official announcements soon… or maybe not.
Posted by bkIn one of the worst attempts at extreme marketing we’ve ever seen, Wal*Mart has created, THE HUB. This My Space rip off urges kids to create their own page, upload their videos and win prizes. Be sure and click the skate image on the homepage and watch the video of ‘Luke’. Skateboarding is “78% of his life” and “keeps him fit”. Scripted? Of course. Actor? Definitely.
Is this really how corporate marketing types see skateboarders? This kid is like a straight Jeff Spicoli and that was 1982. Like we need another reason to hate Wal*Mart.
Posted by ChrisTomorrow night, July 21st, Satva Leung will be premiering his latest skate video within his “Streets” series at San Francisco’s Club Six with DJ Roc Raida (X-Ecutioners).
The “Streets” Los Angeles flick begins at 9:30pm and features Paul Rodriguez, Guy Mariano, Danny Montoya, Jereme Rogers, Pat Duffy, Mike Mo, Greg Lutzka, JP Jadeed, Reese Forbes, and many more LA rippers… Be there.
Posted by bkNot to leave behind the smart asses, Girl and Chocolate’s “Badass Meets Dumbass” summer tour begins next weekend in San Diego. Throughout the heated days of August the crew hits up hot spots in the South, the East and Midwest. Check the tour schedule or have a look over at the Tap to see if they’ll be rolling through a shop or park your area.
Posted by bkTony Hawk will discuss his career and its many challenges in an essay for the NPR series “This I Believe” airing on All Things Considered, Monday, July 24th. Check NPR’s program stream for times and station locations to tune in.
Posted by bkSole Technology today announces the much anticipated launch of Altamont Apparel set to hit select stores globally in October 2006. Altamont Apparel is created by and for those whose sense of uniqueness, personal style and swagger is evident in everything whether it be skateboarding, art, music or dress. Arguably the biggest influencer in modern street skateboarding today, Andrew Reynolds inspiration and influence can be seen in his creative vision as the owner of Baker Skateboards and now as the design director for Altamont Apparel.
The inspiration for the name Altamont came from what was billed to be the Woodstock of the West. In 1969, the Rolling Stones held a free concert at the Altamont Speedway where turbulence hit as crowds frenzied. The tragic events of that day would forever link the word Altamont with the end of one phase of youth culture and the beginning of a new one.
The affair at Altamont reminded the world that ignorance is not always bliss and there are consequences for those who choose to ignore or refuse to accept the difficult truths of the world. Altamont Apparel embraces those truths for what they are and accepts a responsibility to honestly reflect the realities of the streets.
Reinventing streetwear from a candid point of view, Altamont Apparel introduces an unconventional style and individualism that is true to the vision and experience of its creators. It is the real look of the street, designed by the real personalities pushing the trends.
The result is a unique break from the formula of traditional skate wear coupled with a fresh point of view on modern streetwear. The collection encompasses an avant-garde spirit through a mix of premium materials with surplus, vintage and DIY looks. Focus on premium fabrics include a selection of hand picked, washed and worn-in pieces, broken in and tumbled garments and top quality denim with clean finishes with an overall emphasis on fit and feel. Each piece is intended to be a rare gem — treasured.
Looking around the market, we feel strongly that an authentic, skate perspective on streetwear is not being met, said Pierre Andre Senizergues, founder and owner of Sole Technology. By working together with Andrew, we are now bringing people the real and true perspective of skateboarding.
Earlier this week, a small group of select retailers and people were chosen to visit the historic site of Altamont to witness firsthand the unveiling of this new brand. Picked up in San Francisco by retro limousines, reminiscent of the original era, the group was shuttled an hour to Altamont Speedway, where they heard directly from Andrew his vision and passion for this new project on the actual concert site that stands as a strong symbol of an awakening of a new culture.
Source: Press release
With his breakthrough part in the Krooked Kronicles and filmers and photographers following him on a daily basis, Bobby Worrest has been officially been bumped up from the ‘eS flow program to one of their top AMs. The Capitol kid is on the rise.
Posted by bkIn a promotion for adicolor, Keith Hufnagel and his cohort Benny Gold appear within an artistically crafted film short and discuss the realms of skateboarding as an open canvas to everyone and as an expressional tool of sorts. The pair also knock around the allure to art, photography, OG SF skate spots, and personal style.
Posted by bkCongratulations are in order for Steve Caballero and his lovely wife Rachael on their recent marriage in Northern California over the weekend. The dynamic duo are said to have embarked on a honeymoon in the South Pacific islands of Vanatu. Well done Caballeros!
Posted by bkThe International Herald Tribune talks to World Cup President Don Bostick and Ryan Sheckler about the 11 year old street ripper. Says Bostick: “If he can make it through his teen years, I think he’s the future of street and park skateboarding.” Good luck Nyjah.
Posted by ChrisAs previously suspected (see our post on Thursday, July 13th), this morning Flip skateboards has officially announced that due to irreconcilable differences of opinion, they have decided to terminate sponsorship and support of Bastien Salabanzi.
Although this has been a very difficult decision, Flip believes it to be in the best long term interests of both parties. Flip wishes Bastien good health and success in his future.
Posted by bkIt happened again this weekend in Denver and here are the results, with Jereme Rogers and Shaun White the big winners:
Street / Park
1st - Jereme Rogers - 91.58 pts.
2nd - Nyjah Huston - 88.92 pts.
3rd - Rodolfo Ramos - 86.25 pts.
4th - Ryan Sheckler - 84.92 pts.
5th - Eric Koston - 80.5 pts.
6th - Kyle Berard - 76.75 pts.
7th - Nilton Neves - 74.5 pts.
8th - Austen Seaholm - 71.25 pts.
9th - Chad Bartie - 77.75 pts.
10th - Tuilo de Oliviera - 77.00 pts.
Vert
1st - Shaun White - 89.75 pts.
2nd - Sandro Dias - 89.25 pts.
3rd - Bucky Lasek - 87.00 pts.
4th - Andy Macdonald - 86.00 pts.
5th - Pierre-Luc Gagnon - 85.75 pts.
Deluxe has posted a feature on one of skateboarding’s best photographers, Gabe Morford. Gabe is releasing a photographer’s shoe with DVS that looks amazing. Deluxe has detailed images of the shoe as well as a great interview and Gabe’s video part from the legendary Chomp On This video. Go check it out now.
Posted by Chris
