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• TWS Vault ep 86: Daniel Shimizu and Clint Peterson in LA, Leo Romero and Ryan Gallant in San Diego

  17-06-2024 11:20 via skateboarding.com
  
  Jason Hernandez talks about his usual skateboarding crew: Daniel Shimizu, Clint Peterson, DJ Chavez and the process of choosing skaters for future TWS video parts. Leo Romero tries a wild trick at Frost school and Jason explains how Leo would try to land tricks before he was ready. Leo gets a sick line in San Berdo that never saw the light of day. TWS Vault Ep 86 (6:08) Take a page out of Clint Peterson's playbook: Wear a sick sweater when you're filming at night!The episode wraps up w
  
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• Nikolai Piombo Comes Out Swinging in New Hard-Hitting adidas Skateboarding Part

  27-09-2024 22:41 via skateboarding.com
  
  He's stylish, he's technical and he's not afraid to go the distance on his slides and grinds—Nikolai Piombo spent the last year or so traveling around the globe stacking clips for this part, and the result is simply refreshing. This dude is on a level. Get ready:This track fits perfectly, too. On and off the board, Nikolai has his own unique style. Combine that with his impressively deep bag of tricks and laid-back approach, and you're left with an absolute banger of a video part. Safe to
  
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• Watch Cordano Russell Take the New Toy Machine Graphic MOB For a Rip Around Poods Park

  27-09-2024 20:20 via skateboarding.com
  
  You know the deal—grip it and rip it! Cordano Russell recently gripped up a freshy and took his new Toy Machine graphic Mob for a rip around Poods Park. From the Olympics to the streets to his local, Cordano will always get the job done. Uhhhh, just wait until you see his last trick. Take a look:After rifling off some impressive lines (way too casually), he puts a beating on the handrail and closes the curtain with a mind-melting NBD that you might have to rewind and rewatch a few times&md
  
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• Paul Kobriger—Skateboard Lifer, Artist, and Sixes and Sevens Shop Owner

  27-09-2024 19:48 via skateboarding.com
  
  You ought to know Paul Kobriger from his many years of working in the skateboard industry. From TransWorld to CCS to Sun Diego and many more—everywhere he worked he made better. And if you've ever skated with him, he probably blew your mind.Present day Paul runs point on Sixes and Sevens two locations in San Diego county and is taking the art and music scene by storm with his impressive photo-realistic portraits and handmade frames. Check his whole story out below:Video by the always talen
  
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• Diego Najera, Brian Reid, and Spencer Hamilton skate New York and Vancouver

  27-09-2024 18:58 via skateboarding.com
  
  Diego Najera, that of long hair whether cornrowed or flowing in the wind, sets it off here at classic NYC locales showing he hasn't lost a step with switch heelflip variations and one of the best nollie hardflips in the game. Brian Reid and Spenny Hamilton come on the screen strong with quick feet, confidently stomped landings and New Balance logos ablaze. Enough talk, peep the clip.Spencer, being the veteran of the group, is looking sharp as ever. Switch flip over the Brooklyn Banks rail?
  
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• David Rind's New Video 'Twin Flames' Provides Some Proper East Coast Vibes

  27-09-2024 16:12 via skateboarding.com
  
  From Long Island to Brooklyn, David Rind's latest video offering "Twin Flames" packs a serious punch and provides some truly authentic east coast vibes. Between the soundtrack to the spots to the skating itself, this clip is stacked with bangers and is bound to make you wanna hit the streets and get rolling. Take a look:The video features parts from Juan Romero, Jiji, Jo Camposano, Brian Kalenowicz, David Truesdell, Devin Sweat, Will See, Mikey Weiner and a handful of other hungry, und
  
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• Crust and Creativity Collide in Max Murphy's New 'Kick Rocks' Part

  27-09-2024 15:42 via skateboarding.com
  
  Village Psychic recently uploaded Max Murphy's ripping part from Milwaukee homie video, 'Kick Rocks' that is certainly worth a watch. Between his unique approach on a handful of heavy spots and his impressive bag of tricks to take to them, this part is an absolute breath of fresh air. Milwaukee skating at its finest! Max keeps his foot on the gas and I love to see it. Like many of his parts, there were more than a handful of pleasant surprises peppered into these three and a half minut
  
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• Super Skate Posse Giveback 23: The Skatepark Project x Vans at the Brooklyn Banks

  27-09-2024 14:00 via skateboarding.com
  
  Capping off an epic week/weekend in New York City earlier this month (Vans Block Party, OTW x Max Fish event) Vans and Super Skate Posse got together with the Skatepark Project at the legendary skate spot to hook up New York's youth with the greatest gift of all: Skateboarding. Watch the edit below. Super Skate Posse Giveback are always the best things happening in skateboarding!"On September 8th The Posse was back at the, "Most iconic skate spot in the world," The Brooklyn Banks teaming ag
  
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• New Arrivals: Quasi's Fall/Winter '24 Decks and Apparel Are Hitting Skate Shops Now

  26-09-2024 23:12 via skateboarding.com
  
  Quasi recently hopped on Instagram teasing some of their new Fall/Winter '24 offerings that are currently hitting skate shops as I write this. Get hyped on new apparel and decks from Bobby De Keyzer, Justin Henry, Dick Rizzo and more. Swipe through and get a closer look below:View this post on InstagramA post shared by QUASI (@quasiskateboards)
  As always, the powers that be at Quasi are bringing a fresh variety of goods to the table. Their graphics are always unique and a little out th
  
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• Watch: Cleaver Skateboards' Latest Video 'Going Places' Packs a Serious Punch

  26-09-2024 22:10 via skateboarding.com
  
  From Madrid to Buenos Aires and beyond, the Cleaver Skateboards squad hit the streets hard for their latest video offering, "Going Places" and if you haven't seen it yet, well, what're you waiting for!? New Butcher footage? Say less. The video features: Valentin Guerra, Alex Barber, Victor Marin, Joaquin Leon, Javi de Pedro and of course, Diego Bucchieri, who not only skates for the brand but also founded it! And in case you're wondering, the dude is still skating with the same amount
  
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• Patrick O'Dell's Epicly Later'd, The Book

  26-09-2024 19:39 via skateboarding.com
  
  In an age where no one is certain of the future of print, yet we're all seemingly starved for it, epic photo books have been dropping left and right. Right on time is Patrick O'Dell's Epicly Later'd photo book—a collection of photos from his popular web log of the early aughts. Mostly NYC skateboarding, culture, and late nights, but also featuring road trips, musicians and more, these photos of times before cell phones and social media are near and dear to our hearts. Pre-order the bo
  
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• Skate Camp Antics With the Worble Crew: Disgusting Dares, Long Rails and Epic Lake Launches

  26-09-2024 19:29 via skateboarding.com
  
  The Worble crew has been hitting the YMCA Skate Camp in the Sequoia National Forest for 10 years and the tradition continues. Disgusting dares, really long rails and launch ramp into the lake—what else do you need? Watch as Steve Mull, Eunice Chang, Manramp, Tom Mull, Dillon Buss and Dave Mull enjoy some camp vibes and plenty of antics in Worble's new video:This crew might be constantly goofing around and having fun, but that doesn't mean they don't all seriously rip when it comes time to
  
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• Dan Rogers and Sean Sheffey Go Head-to-Head in Latest 'Curb Warz' Battle at Poods Park

  26-09-2024 18:57 via skateboarding.com
  
  It's all smiles as Sean Sheffey and Dan Rogers slap some curbs in the early hours at Poods Park in Encinitas, CA, for Willy Santos' latest 'Curb Warz' installment. Some things never get old! Press play and enjoy the session:With Jason Carney in the mix, Willy and Amelia Brodka on the mic, Dave Mayhew in the crowd and more, this was like a regular gathering of OGs. You just never know who you'll see early in the morning at Poods. Also, Sheffey pretty much owns that curb. Roll to the park on
  
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• Tricks Falling Out of the Sky: More $5000 Trick of the Summer Entries You Gotta See

  26-09-2024 18:46 via skateboarding.com
  
  Another week brings us closer to the deadline for entries of our $5000 Trick of the Summer contest. September 30 is the last day to upload your clips and vote HERE. This week we're blessed with a bomb drop off a ramp in the sky, Jim Bates getting tech and a couple more bangers. Watch 'em below and don't forget to vote! Someone is getting a $5000 pay day to close out their summer!View this post on InstagramA post shared by Transworld Skateboarding (@transworldskate)
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• Throwback Gold: Gilbert Crockett Shares First Sponsor-Me Tape From Age 12

  26-09-2024 18:22 via skateboarding.com
  
  Seeing this recent Gilbert Crockett post really got me thinking about the evolution of sponsor-me tapes. What I see here is so relatable and so awesome, but things have obviously changed a lot since those days. At any rate, check it out: View this post on InstagramA post shared by Gilbert Crockett (@ceeblues)
  More so, it made me wonder how often kids actually set out to piece together a proper minute of footage these days to send to their favorite sponsors? These clips can be truly life-cha
  
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• Watch: Reese Nelson Tests Her New Birdhouse Pro Model on Tony Hawk's Ramp

  25-09-2024 21:22 via skateboarding.com
  
  Reese Nelson is Birdhouse’s newest pro and she’s been steadily putting her new signature board to use on Tony Hawk’s ramp ever since she joined the big leagues (and let's be honest...long before as well). Birdhouse recently shared a clip of her doing just that, which is certainly worth a watch. Switch drop-in to start the line? Oh, that's gangster! Check it out:View this post on InstagramA post shared by Birdhouse Skateboards (@birdhouseskateboards)
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• Quartersnacks and Vans tease upcoming Quartersnacks Cup head-to-head races

  25-09-2024 21:02 via skateboarding.com
  
  Remember the first Quartersnacks Cup? Seems like a lifetime ago—2018. There was a pump track on the waterfront in Williamsburg, The Swoosh had speed demons like Alex Olson and Nick Boserio on the mic and flying around the track. Fun and excitement was had by all!Well, this time Vans is stepping up as the title sponsor and it looks like a redesigned, reimagined track is being constructed. Get teased with stellar animation and a soothing British accent below:View this post on InstagramA post
  
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• Santa Cruz Celebrates Ron Whaley's 30th Anniversary with Classic Giraffe Graphic Re-Release

  25-09-2024 20:54 via skateboarding.com
  
  To celebrate Ron Whaley's 30th anniversary as a pro skateboarder, Santa Cruz re-released his classic Giraffe graphic on a modern shape (featuring their VX Everslick construction at Ron's request). 30 years!? Whaley has had quite a career and has done a great job in recent years being one of the most familiar faces at NHS. Watch him do what he does best in the clip below!Was anyone else blown away seeing the difference in size between the new board and the original? Did he say 7.4!? Hard to
  
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• Look: Adidas Drops Fresh New Colorway of Nora Vasconcellos Signature Shoe

  25-09-2024 20:31 via skateboarding.com
  
  Having your own signature adidas shoe is obviously a big deal, but the real bonus is continuously pumping out new colorways and playing with different materials along the way. The Nora Vasconcellos signature model became an instant classic when it originally dropped and adidas recently took to Instagram to share a fresh new color of them, available now. Get a closer look below:View this post on InstagramA post shared by adidas Skateboarding (@adidasskateboarding)
  "The latest Nora features a
  
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• Blockhead Releases 'Heads Up!': Their First Full-Length Video in Nearly Three Decades

  25-09-2024 20:10 via skateboarding.com
  
  It's been nearly three decades since the last Blockhead Skateboards full-length video, but better late than never, right? The news of this release got us super fired up and we certainly weren't disappointed. Carve out some time to really take this one in. Shoutout to Blockhead Dave for keeping the dream alive all these years. "With the average age of the Blockhead crew at 51 years old, we’re still out there pushing the limits of what’s possible for older skaters and most im
  
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• Josh Kalis Reflects on DC Signature Shoes and Shares Inspiration Behind His Latest, the 'Ascend'

  25-09-2024 19:20 via skateboarding.com
  
  When I think of Josh Kalis, I think of a handful of things. LOVE Park, for one. The good old Alien days, for another. 360 flips, of course. Baggy denim? Sure, yep. And since we’re here—DC Shoes. He hopped on Instagram recently and took us all on a little trip down memory lane, going through old boxes of his past DC pro model shoes to explain the inspiration behind his most recent DC signature model, the Ascend. This one is for the skate nerds and die-hard Kalis fans. Take a look:View
  
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• Kelsey Brookes x Beautiful Losers Skateboard Deck Collection Drops October 1

  25-09-2024 14:00 via skateboarding.com
  
  Beautiful Losers is back with another drop you're going to want for your collection: New Psychedelia, a set of limited edition skateboards with acclaimed artist Kelsey Brookes. This collection is released on the occasion of his exhibition "Gradient Paintings," currently on view at Quint Gallery in La Jolla, California.The Kelsey Brookes decksWhat it says...This collection is one run only and will not be made again. The order window opens October 1 and closes October 21. The collection featu
  
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• Watch: Dylan Clark Absolutely Shines in His New Venture Trucks Video Part

  25-09-2024 00:07 via skateboarding.com
  
  Only a few seconds into this part, and it's clear that Dylan Clark is delivering hard-hitting clips—but it only gets better from there. With high energy, heavy spots, and solid style, Dylan truly shines in this new Venture part. Check it out for yourself.All of these tricks are super gnarly, but the way he skates makes it seem like most of these clips happened pretty fast. Whether that's true or not is besides the point, though. Dylan went all in for this part and it shows.Related: Tanner
  
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• Watch: Dylan Jones Absolutely Shines in His New Venture Trucks Video Part

  24-09-2024 23:38 via skateboarding.com
  
  Only a few seconds into this part, and it's clear that Dylan Jones is delivering hard-hitting clips—but it only gets better from there. With high energy, heavy spots, and solid style, Dylan truly shines in this new Venture part. Check it out for yourself.All of these tricks are super gnarly, but the way he skates makes it seem like most of these clips happened pretty fast. Whether that's true or not is besides the point, though. Dylan went all in for this part and it shows. Related: T
  
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• Some Heavy Hitters Conquer Old World Terrain in Creature's New International Offering 'Fiends of Europa'

  24-09-2024 21:20 via skateboarding.com
  
  Brace yourself for some heavy revs and Old World terrain in this epic new clip from Creature featuring the "Fiends of Europa" doing what they do best. Need your fix of raw, gritty, no-nonsense skating today? Look no further:The video features Antonio Pekovic, Sergio Reinhardt, Vincent Matheron, Ulph Andersson, Jonas Bünger, and Jan Hoffmann. Maybe you've heard of a few of these rippers, but if not, consider this your formal introduction. Not just anyone rolls with the Creature squad, s
  
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• Get Your First Look at the Limited OTW by Vans X Piet Parra Suede Half Cab

  24-09-2024 17:49 via skateboarding.com
  
  OTW by Vans has collaborated with renowned Dutch artist Piet Parra to revisit the iconic Vans Half Cab (which just so happened to be Parra’s go-to skate shoe in the early ‘90s when he skated professionally for Vans in the Netherlands) in a pretty unique way. Check these things out!View this post on InstagramA post shared by OTW by Vans (@otwbyvans)
  "The OTW by Vans x Piet Parra Suede Half Cab brings Parra’s signature vibrant aesthetic to life with contrasting premium suede pane
  
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• Explore the TWS Offices in 1990 with J. Grant Brittain on New 'Bones Brigade Audio Show'

  24-09-2024 16:50 via skateboarding.com
  
  Raise your hand if you remember SK8-TV! In the latest Bones Brigade Audio Show podcast, we journey back to 1990, visiting the old Transworld offices, Grant's beloved darkroom, some early skate sessions, and much more. Check out how young Grant looks! Watch the clip below and let the nostalgia kick in.View this post on InstagramA post shared by The Bones Brigade Audio Show (@thebonesbrigadeaudioshow)
  Let's think about something for a second—what if Grant never got that job at the Del Mar Sk
  
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• Geoff Rowley Joins Tony Hawk and Jason Ellis on New Hawk Vs. Wolf Podcast

  24-09-2024 16:18 via skateboarding.com
  
  Geoff Rowley recently sat down with Tony Hawk and Jason Ellis on the Hawk Vs. Wolf podcast to cover a handful of topics—from moving to the States, Tom Penny stories, aggression in skateboarding, THPS, and much, much more. Stories for days, as always. The cherry on top? Geoff and Jason give us an epic arm wrestling match that's worth a watch in itself! Dive in:There will only ever be one Geoff Rowley. His passion for skateboarding is truly admirable, and he's inspired multiple generations w
  
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• New Louie Lopez edit to celebrate the release of his SKF Bearings pro set

  24-09-2024 15:00 via skateboarding.com
  
  Louie Lopez never has a shortage of amazing clips. His first pro-endorsed SKF Bearings set just dropped, and sure enough, Lou has a minute of fresh tricks to satisfy the fans. Always easy on the eyes, check the edit and get yourself some butter-smooth SKFs. "To celebrate the release of Louie Lopez's first SKF pro kit, Louie filmed this special edit. Louie’s signature SKF bearings are now available at finer skate shops worldwide. Ask your local shop to carry SKF if they don’t alr
  
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• Beatrice Domond: Enriching and challenging skateboarding’s narrative

  24-09-2024 14:00 via skateboarding.com
  
  If you didn't know, D_b_ Journey makes some of the best bags for skateboarding and travel out there. They also produce some really great video pieces too. Here's the latest: A Pack Heavy Chase Light profile of Beatrice Domond. Spend some time with her in her adopted home of New York City and see how she navigates the Big Apple as a pro skateboarder as well as her other creative pursuits."Beatrice Domond was the first woman to earn a spot on Supreme’s skate team and the first black female V
  
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