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• Brain Floss: The Airbrush Art of "Ligma" Chris

  23-04-2024 16:30 via skateboarding.com
  
  From the Daygo Dawgs to Tantrum Skateboards graphics to murals at San Diego's Chicano Park, CJ's Bar, Rusty Surfboards and more, get familiar with Chris "Ligma." Take a stroll with the crew on the historic Balboa Park fountain then check Chris' home studio where he hones his craft on the classic art of airbrushing.BrainFloss Chris Ligma (6:30) Chris Urick outside CJ's bar mural. View the 4 images of this gallery on theoriginal article Photos by Blair AlleyFor reference, peep the Daygo
  
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• Slave Celebrates 'Surviving' 17 Years With New Graphic and Tee

  03-05-2024 19:50 via skateboarding.com
  
  Slave is certainly one of those brands who have stayed one-hundred percent true to their roots since Day 1. And it just so happens that Day 1 was actually 17 years ago, if you can believe it or not. I remember when they first hit the skate world like it was yesterday, and in my opinion, they've never missed. So, to celebrate their 17th birthday, Slave hit us with a new graphic—and once again, they nailed it. Take a look:View this post on InstagramA post shared by $LAVE Skateboards (@slaves
  
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• Rose Street and Pharmacy Drop Edits for X Games Showdown Round 3

  03-05-2024 19:26 via skateboarding.com
  
  Rose Street (Encinitas, California) and Pharmacy (Victorville, California) dropped their edits for the X Games Showdown this morning kicking off the third round with a bang. We're big fans of both these shops and I have to say, this round is a tough one. Two different vibes—both absolutely ripping!With hungry up-and-comers pulling for each squad, these edits are total bangers from start to finish. Check them below:Rose Street PharmacyIf you feel like supporting, you have 24 hours
  
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• Baker and Deathwish Drop New Boards and Apparel for Summer '24

  03-05-2024 19:25 via skateboarding.com
  
  Everyone loves Baker and Deathwish and both brands just hit us with some new boards and apparel for Summer '24 that are bound to get you fired up. From new pro models to rad team graphics; shirts, hoodies, tees and hats for days... and some random little gems peppered in here and there—there's a lot to consume and a lot to be hyped on. Take a look:View this post on InstagramA post shared by Baker Skateboards (@bakerskateboards)
  All the gear is available at skate shops worldwide as well as
  
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• Vu Skate Shop and Orchard Drop First Edits for X Games 'Skate Shop' Showdown

  02-05-2024 23:31 via skateboarding.com
  
  Baltimore's Vu skate shop and Boston's Orchard skate shop—two well-respected shops here in the US—just dropped the first edits for the 'X Games Showdown' (why does this concept sound so familiar!?) and as big skate shop supporters over here, we had to share them and get in on the fun. Voting is daily and we'll do our best to post all the first-round edits as they drop! Who ya feeling? Check 'em below:Vu Skate Shop (Baltimore)Orchard Skate Shop (Boston) If you're reading this tod
  
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• Tyshawn Jones Returns to 145th St. Subway Gap and 360 Flips It (Video)

  02-05-2024 19:42 via skateboarding.com
  
  Tyshawn Jones stopped the skate world in its tracks yesterday after posting this 360 flip (straight to the Gram!) on the 145th Subway Gap in New York. It literally came out of nowhere—such a flex! And he seriously did it like it was nothing. Take a look:View this post on InstagramA post shared by Tyshawn Jones 💰 (@tyshawn)
  This is the third trick Tyshawn has secured on this insane gap. When he kickflipped it, our minds were blown. Then he backside flipped it and, well, we were once
  
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• Nike SB Reveals USA and Japan Skate Federation Kits Designed by Alexis Sablone

  01-05-2024 21:45 via skateboarding.com
  
  Nike SB recently revealed the skateboarding federation kits for the United States and Japan, along with a few other apparel items designed by Alexis Sablone. Swipe through and get a closer look at some of the gear below. View this post on InstagramA post shared by Nike Skateboarding (@nikesb)
  I think it's rad that they got Alexis to design the gear. As we all know, she's super creative and dialed—on and off the board—and it just adds a touch of authenticity to the entire project
  
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• Watch: Andrew Allen Hits the LA Streets for Pepper Grip

  01-05-2024 19:44 via skateboarding.com
  
  Andrew Allen recently took to the crusty LA streets to deliver a few clips for Pepper Grip and let's just say—we can never get enough AA! The video might be short and sweet, but it packs a punch nonetheless. From those historic Natas banks to a tricky little curb spot, sometimes less is certainly more... and that's definitely the vibe here. Take a look:So, just saying... but I understand that he wanted to redo the slappy crook pop-out where he powerslides down the bank—pros can
  
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• Tony Hawk and Dan Rodo Are One Step Closer to Finding 'Central Park Mystery Skater' From 1965

  01-05-2024 19:23 via skateboarding.com
  
  For as long as I can remember, Tony Hawk has periodically hopped on Instagram in hopes of identifying what he calls "the icon of style" in a photo shot by photographer Bill Eppridge in 1965 for LIFE magazine. Maybe you've seen it?Well, on April 19th, artist (and downright impressive investigative journalist, whether he considers himself one or not), Dan James Rodo joined forces with the Birdman to see if the social media world could help them uncover the story of the mystery man in this iconic p
  
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• Sky High Skrilla Germany Tour, Full Length Video

  01-05-2024 18:54 via skateboarding.com
  
  The jet-setting AriZona Iced Tea squad explored Berlin and Hamburg for an action-packed week of filming in the streets. You've likely seen the episodes over the past few months, now here's the full length edit.Sky High Skrilla Full Length Video (37:26) Trap Skateboards legend Richie Loffler and Fishing Lines kingpin Michael Mackrodt led Bonestalone, Juan Pablo Velez, Eugenia Ginepro, Caroline Duerr, Leo Heinert, Carlo Carezzano and JJ Colõn to the premiere Deutschland gems. Pasha Kryukov
  
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• Palace and Vans Tease New Shoe Collaboration on the Iconic Era Silhouette

  30-04-2024 23:00 via skateboarding.com
  
  We live in a collaborative world, and there's certainly no shortage of brands out there who have the potential to link up and make some magic. While we're on the subject, Palace and Vans recently posted a teaser of a new shoe collab that's in the works and as always, there's a variety of opinions out there stemming from all directions. But first things first—take a look: View this post on InstagramA post shared by PALACE (@palaceskateboards)
  What are your thoughts? Personally, I
  
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• Palace and Vans Tease New Shoe Collaboration on the Iconic 'Authentic' Silhouette

  30-04-2024 23:00 via skateboarding.com
  
  We live in a collaborative world, and there's certainly no shortage of brands out there who have the potential to link up and make some magic. While we're on the subject, Palace and Vans recently posted a teaser of a new shoe collab that's in the works and as always, there's a variety of opinions out there stemming from all directions. But first things first—take a look: View this post on InstagramA post shared by PALACE (@palaceskateboards)
  What are your thoughts? Personally, I
  
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• SkateHoarders with Dave Skoot, Side B: Sneakers, Photos, Tchotchkes

  30-04-2024 21:15 via skateboarding.com
  
  We filmed over three hours of footage with this storied Staten Island board collector. The initial episode was cut down to one hour, but here's an additional 30-minute cut of more boards and memorabilia that wasn't in the original episode. Tune in!Dave SKOOT SIDE B (34:25) Not just Girl and Chocolate, check the Aesthetics, the Welshs, Rhythm and Earth, screen printed grails—even Element! There're sneakers, tchotchkes, hats, and more stories!Peep the original SkateHoarders episode:Related:
  
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• Keen Ramps and Rollin' From the Heart Foundation Build Pop-Up Skatepark at Local School

  30-04-2024 21:10 via skateboarding.com
  
  The crew at Keen Ramps recently linked up with Rollin' From The Heart Foundation at Monarch school—one of the first schools Rollin' From the Heart ever worked with during their humble beginnings—in Southern California to hook the kids up with a new pop-up skatepark. But the fun hardly stopped there. As part of the overall experience, everyone was able to get involved and lend a hand in the process. The kids were stoked to grab some tools and get after it and I have to assume mos
  
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• Watch: Carpet Co. Debuts New Film 'BRAT' Now Playing

  30-04-2024 17:56 via skateboarding.com
  
  There are a lot of small, independent brands in skateboarding these days and it's pretty awesome to see. Each one has their own style and flair; their own approach to spots, videos, trick selection... and skating, just in general. And Carpet Company is no exception. They just dropped their new video, BRAT, and it introduces Rashad Murray, Quinn Batley and Mason Padilla, with clips from Osama & Ayman Abdeldayem. It's a pretty unique video—again, they're doing things their way&mdash
  
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• Tony Hawk Shares Original THPS 'Trick Reference' Video and It's Pure Archival Gold

  29-04-2024 23:56 via skateboarding.com
  
  Tony Hawk's history in skateboarding alone could fill an entire museum. From his early days as a grom at the Del Mar Skate Ranch to the Bones Brigade years, starting Birdhouse, countless contest wins, innovative video parts, the 900, and the impressive Tony Hawk's Pro Skater video game collection (and I'm literally barely scratching the surface here), the man has seen it all, done it all and continues to inspire us on a daily basis. And that's exactly why clips like these are absolute gold!
  
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• Tony Hawk Shared Original THPS 'Trick Reference' Video and It's Pure Archival Gold

  29-04-2024 23:56 via skateboarding.com
  
  Tony Hawk's history in skateboarding alone could fill an entire museum. From his early days as a grom at the Del Mar Skate Ranch to the Bones Brigade years, starting Birdhouse, countless contest wins, innovative video parts, the 900, and the impressive Tony Hawk's Pro Skater video game collection (and I'm literally barely scratching the surface here), the man has seen it all, done it all and continues to inspire us on a daily basis. And that's exactly why clips like these are absolute gold!
  
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• Toy Machine Announces Premiere Dates for 'Real Life Sucks' and Everyone Is Invited

  29-04-2024 21:01 via skateboarding.com
  
  Toy Machine videos have always been iconic. From Welcome to Hell to Jump Off A Building; Good and Evil to Suffer The Joy and literally all the others, they've stayed true to their core for decades and continue to keep us entertained with their graphics, ads, and of course, their stacked team. Their 10th video (can't believe it's number 10!) Real Life Sucks is being finalized as I write this and they hopped on Instagram this morning to announce the official premiere date—and the b
  
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• Nike SB Catches Up With Oskar Rozenberg in Latest 'Medal Madness' Installment

  29-04-2024 18:57 via skateboarding.com
  
  Oski might come off as a calm, soft-spoken individual, but his skating definitely speaks for itself. With the 2024 Paris Olympics inching closer and closer, Nike SB caught up with Oski to reflect on what skateboarding means to him—far beyond contests and the global spotlight. His outlook is refreshing and humbling, and his skill on the board is unarguable. Take a look:From Malmo, Sweden, to Austin, Texas, Oski can truly skate it all. And his approach to every piece of terrain he casually c
  
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• Dave Skoot SkateHoarders: Insane Girl & Chocolate Deck Collection

  29-04-2024 16:59 via skateboarding.com
  
  You've likely seen @daveskoot on IG showing off his impressive board collection, hell, you might have even had some DM convos with him. Our man on the East Coast, Steve Fletch, headed over to Dave "Skoot" Andersen's pad in Staten Island to see all the gems in person. This episode is truly insane, in the best way. dave skoot SkateHoarders (1:05:05) Big fan of artists Evan Hecox, Tony Larsen, Todd Francis and more. Thanks for letting us into your world Dave! Follow Dave on IG! You might
  
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• Creature's New Video 'HAVOC' Now Playing

  29-04-2024 16:53 via skateboarding.com
  
  Creature just dropped their latest video, HAVOC, with full parts from Mathias Torres and Collin Provost, along with a heavy trip segment with the entire squad running loose in Japan. Pure chaos from start to finish! Take a look:Collin and Mathias absolutely killed it and it was extra rad seeing all the familiar faces peppered into their parts. And the trip to Japan looked unreal! No spot is safe when these dudes roll through. From the crustiest ditches to the heaviest handrails and eve
  
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• Mark Suciu Brings New Life to Skatepark in Smithville, TN in a Way Only He Could

  26-04-2024 19:45 via skateboarding.com
  
  Mark Suciu is one of those guys that can pretty much skate anything and still make it look rad. He's just that talented. And this unusual skatepark in the middle-of-nowhere, Tennessee, is no exception. Who else could skate this place like this? View this post on InstagramA post shared by Mark Suciu (@marksuciu)
  Honestly, it's almost like this park was made for Mark. Quick feet and creativity are total bonuses when it comes to a spot like this, and as we all know, this dude has both. Also, s
  
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• Lizzie Armanto and Woodward Are Giving Away 6 Scholarships for Woodward Summer Camp

  26-04-2024 18:28 via skateboarding.com
  
  Summer will be here before we know it, and if you're still looking to make some plans, listen up! Lizzie Armanto, Vans and Woodward are joining forces to give away six summer scholarships for Camp Woodward during the weeks Lizzie will be there. Entering is easy and this could very well be the best part of your summer! Take a look:View this post on InstagramA post shared by Lizzie Armanto (@lizziearmanto)
  All they're asking is that you tag a friend you'd want to join you at camp and tell Lizzie w
  
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• 'Introspection Narrative' Documents the Life and Evolution of Parisian Skateboarding From a Unique Perspective

  25-04-2024 22:13 via skateboarding.com
  
  If you happen to be in or around Paris anytime in the next few months, be sure to stop by the 'Introspection Narrative' exhibition (curated by Thomas Busuttil), featuring an array of amazing photos published in the 10 books of De Paris Yearbook collection shot by a ton of talented, respected photographers in the Paris skate community.  View this post on InstagramA post shared by De Paris Yearbook (@deparisyearbook)
  The exhibition officially opens tomorrow, April 26t
  
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• Paul Rodriguez Delivers New Tesla To Contest Winner Leaving Fans Stunned

  25-04-2024 19:47 via skateboarding.com
  
  About three months ago, Paul Rodriguez posted a video mentioning he was giving away a brand new Tesla to one lucky winner as a way to celebrate 10 years of his brand Primitive being in business. That's one way to celebrate! And as expected, there was a lot of banter all over social media in response to it. But on April 24th, Paul posted another video dropping the Tesla off to the winner in Hawthorne, California, and his fans (and countless others) were pretty stunned, to say the least. He r
  
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• Van Wastell's Birthday Tribute Video Celebrates His Timeless Spirit on and off the Board

  25-04-2024 18:55 via skateboarding.com
  
  Depending on when you grew up skating, Van Wastell was one of those dudes who was simply cooler than cool. His natural, effortless style. His unique bag of tricks. His approach to spots, just in general... again—cooler than cool. Every year since his passing, Van's brother Eddie does something rad to celebrate his birthday on April 22nd, and this year he made a pretty awesome tribute video to remind us all (as if we'd ever forget) just how amazing, loved and admired Van was on and off
  
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• Watch: Alien Workshop's New Video 'Normalize' Now Playing

  25-04-2024 18:10 via skateboarding.com
  
  Alien Workshop just released their new video, Normalize and it's an absolute breath of fresh air. From the spots to the squad to the skating itself, press play and redefine your reality in the way only a Workshop video can do. Check it out:The whole gang is here: Kevin Liedtke, Joey O'Brien, Johnny Purcell, Joey Guevara, Frankie Spears, Jordan Powell, Yaje Popson, Henrique Crobelatti, Felipe Munhoz, Zach McBride, and Sammy Montano closing it out with the style, power and creativity he's kno
  
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• New Doc 'Rolling Resettlement' Sheds Light on Rochester Refugees Finding Hope Through Skateboarding

  25-04-2024 01:07 via skateboarding.com
  
  Nestor Judkins and the folks at Salad Days just released a new documentary focusing on Rochester local, Ben Rubin and the former Skateistan instructors who helped set up the nonprofit, ROC Rolling Resettlement, in Rochester, New York, shining light on all the incredible things they're doing for refugees in their community. The doc takes us on a trip back in time to 2022, giving us a peak at the humble beginnings of ROC Rolling Settlement and all the incredible work they've done—a
  
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• Limosine Skateboards' New Video Just Dropped and It's an Absolute Must-Watch

  24-04-2024 22:05 via skateboarding.com
  
  The Limosine squad hit us with a new drop this morning and a ripping new edit to go along with it. As always, the whole crew is on fire and the gear is looking rad. Really, though... stop what you're doing and watch this! Take a look:There's no shortage of tasteful spots and tricks from the entire squad, right? From coast to coast, this team really can do no wrong as far as we're concerned. Oh, and the Lana Del Ray is a nice touch. Just sayin! Even Reynolds was in the comments of the IG pos
  
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• First Look at the New Adidas x Dime Collab Shoes Dropping This Saturday

  24-04-2024 21:19 via skateboarding.com
  
  Adidas and Dime have teamed up on a new collab shoe, the Adi2000, and after a little bit of teasing the past few days, just announced when they'll be dropping. Swipe through to get a closer look and check below for all the info.View this post on InstagramA post shared by Dime (@dimemtl)
  As the caption mentions, the shoes will be dropping this Saturday, April 27th on dimemtl.com and at the Dime Montreal store, and Monday, April 29th on the ADIDAS Confirmed app. The comments are pre
  
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