“The notion that skateboarding needs a critic is, of course, absurd. Skateboarding speaks for itself, and doesn’t need a commentator. With Instagram, however, when we post skateboarding clips, we are, even if subconsciously, looking for feedback, or approval.”
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An Interview with Katherine Ormerod – author of ‘Why Social Media Is Ruining Your Life’
âI started to feel really uncomfortable, I was sending out the message that my life was only the fantasy.â
Converse Cons ‘Purple’ London Premiere Recap
Photo recap of the London premiere of Converse Con’s ‘Purple’ video at the Prince Charles Cinema.
MADE Chapter Two
“The video of boasts footage of the whole team, a new rider, a full part from comeback kid Kevin âSpankyâ Long and a âretiredâ legend whose one trick got the loudest cheer of the video.”
Wairtesting the Nike SB Dunk Low Pro IW
Breakdown of the Nike SB Ishod Wair Dunk Low Pro.
House of Vans – Manchester
“This past weekend, Vans brought a pop up House of Vans to Manchester. Doors opened on the Deansgate venue with a gig on Friday, with Saturdayâs main event hosting a variety of obstacles including a mini ramp and small street area. Other attractions included a small exhibition on the history of the SK8-HI, fantastic coffee and food stalls, an embroidery workshop and, to the delight of many a cash strapped skateboarder; free waffles.”
Emerica – Wild In The Streets, Manchester 2015
“Sacking off Granada Studios due to there being way too many cars, Castlefields was the next point of call with Rob Smith telling CJ that as photographer it was his job to get someone down the rail. So ensued remarks about getting Woody to throw himself down it again, he is probably sick of hearing about that day⌔
The Welcome Footwear Guide – Vans X Anti-Hero Authentic Pro (Julien Stranger)
Close up look at Julien Stranger’s colourway of the Vans Authentic Pro.
Globe EUTRIPPIN’ – London & Oxford
At one point someone approached Chris with the request of, âmy friend couldnât make it today but he wants to know what your beard feels like so can I stroke it?â to which Chris replied, âgo for it but it kind of feels like pubic hair.â
SOLO Session – Vans X Lost Art Rowley [SOLOS] Launch
“Geoff might not have been able to attend the event but this didnât stop the masses gathering in his and Lost Artâs name. Geoffâs influence on skateboarding as a whole is undeniable and Iâm sure he wouldâve been touched to see so many in attendance and despite everything he has accomplished, is âstill the same guy he was when he was in Liverpoolâ Mackey assured me.”
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