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The New York Times talks to Jamie Thomas about building and maintaining a successful skateboard brand in a market “who define their world by its antiestablishment bent”.
They also talk to Nike about their multiple attempts to make a dent and even throw in Hawk and Quiksilver for good measure.
Posted by ChrisHead over to AOL’s Jeep sponsored Lat34 to read an interview with professional skater, actor, and skatepark designer Rob Dyrdek. He talks about his new show, driving the Gumball 3000 and the rise of “street culture”.
Posted by ChrisThis Tampa Tribune piece has Paul Schmitt returning to the legendary skatepark as well as a bit on future plans for the Bro Bowl. Hopefully the original structure can remain in place. From the article: “A skateboard gives a kid something to do without a keyboard or joy stick”
Posted by ChrisSkate journalist Keith Hamm has generated a special article to the LA Times about the life and tough times of the one and only, Jay Adams. The golden boy from a vanished era is currently behind bars awaiting to be sentenced early next year for an alleged drug deal in 2004. While locked up, Jay has written the captions for a newly released photo book, “Jay Boy” that his stepfather Kent Sherwood has produced with the assistance of Glen E. Friedman.
Grab a copy for your library or as a gift for the holidays.
Posted by bk