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Weckingball AKA Gatekeeper From my experience, he’s dude that’s not afraid to stand up against the BS when it comes to the money-first, skateboarding second approach that has infiltrated the industry within the last two decades (or longer). View this post on Instagram A post shared by Gatekeeper (@weckingball) He fights against the…
Thrasher SOTY (Skater of the Year): The Ultimate Honor in Skateboarding In the ever-evolving world of skateboarding, few accolades command as much respect and prestige as the Thrasher SOTY award. Far more than just a trophy, SOTY represents the pinnacle of achievement, recognizing the pro skater who has undeniably pushed boundaries, inspired the masses, and…
DGK’s “Saved by Skateboarding”: Empowering Youth and Communities Through the Power of the Board In the world of skateboarding, where individual expression and raw talent often take center stage, some brands go beyond just selling gear. DGK (Dirty Ghetto Kids) is one such brand, and their impactful initiative, “Saved by Skateboarding,” stands as a testament…
Weckingball | The People’s Champ 2025 Weckingball People’s Champ? Yes, you read that right! Weckingball has entered the arena with his own skater of the year award, called The People’s Champ. And the results are in! Congrats to… TJ RODGERS Here is a look at his latest part that he put out a few weeks…
Top 30 Most Popular Skate Videos The following is the most popular skate videos based on views: Blind – Video Days (1991): Often cited as the video that changed skateboarding forever, featuring groundbreaking street skating from Mark Gonzales, Guy Mariano, Rudy Johnson, and Jason Lee, with iconic filming and editing by Spike Jonze. H-Street –…
Bam Margera – The Comeback Bam Margera, the iconic skateboarder and Jackass star, is making a significant comeback, reigniting his passion for skateboarding and reconnecting with the very roots that made him a household name. After years of public battles with addiction and personal challenges, this resurgence is marked by a return to skateboarding and…
THPS 3-4 Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3-4 , THPS 3-4 is here. Following the massive success of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 1 + 2, this new installment brings together remastered versions of two more classic titles, offering a fresh dose of nostalgia and high-flying skateboarding action for a new generation and longtime enthusiasts alike. This…
For decades, Thrasher Magazine has been an undeniable pillar of skateboarding culture, revered for its authentic voice, raw aesthetic, and pivotal role in documenting the sport’s evolution. However, in the digital age, a growing sentiment suggests that Thrasher’s monopoly-based approach when it comes to high-profile skateboarding video content is becoming a significant problem, potentially stifling…
Grand Skate Tour – Moscow Julius is our number one reps in the Kenya area and Africa in general. His go-getter attitude is unmatched and the very reason I pump out so many articles to help him out. Julius’ latest venture is in Moscow Russia for the Grand Skate Tour. He can use help paying…
Golden Standard Podcast The Golden Standard Podcast is an infusion of skateboarding culture and local business. The format will be one of a kind where we will host one guest, but we will allow for live viewers to join in for questions or just to chime in on the topics that are being covered. Kind…
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Muska Shoe Drop – The Skatetop M-001 The MUSKA has made another release going back to back after THE PANT 001 that he released about a week ago. Since then, Muska has stayed busy hand lacing hundreds of pairs of his latest high-top release, the Skatetop M-001. Photos courtesy of themuska.com Back to Articles
SHREDDER News, News or Tabloid? In this lovely industry, I seek one thing at all times – Understanding. I really like to understand intent on any given effort in skateboarding, really. And I have been doing a little digging on SHREDDER News to gain that understanding. Shit, Skateboarding Saves is now reporting the news, so…
Grind King Locker Trucks The new Grind King Locker truck is coming soon. This isn’t your basic truck and I get that the first instinct is to say WTF are those? But don’t. There are reasons for every contour, every hollow opening and any other accents that you see that you might not be used…
Steez Sk8mag Podcast Steez Sk8mag is ran by Julius, someone I have been working over the years who is out of Kenya. He has been vital in the current surge of Skateboarding in Kenya. Julius also runs Closecall Kenya, an effort empowering the youth the find a healthy outlet through skateboarding out in Africa. Julius…
Dalton Dern – Heroin Skateboards Video Part Heroin Skateboards video, SWOLAN, features Dern, a more recent pro for the brand. If you like shit off roofs, gnarly street transition type skating and handrails, this part should be right up your alley. Definitely for those that are more into big stuff over technical stuff and more…
MUSKA™ – THE PANT 002 All photos courtesy themuska.com Chad Muska has released “THE PANT 002”. Get to THE WEBSITE to check them out. What are your thoughts on these? For me, I am from this era, so I have always gravitated toward cargo pants, cargo sweats, swooshy pants and bagginess in general. I like…
Subzero Skateboarding Subzero Skateboarding / Skateshop has a very special place in my heart as I have mentioned in past articles. At whatever capacity they are back in the game, they got my support. The have an event today at Nocturnal Skateshop (Tues. Apr. 22, 6-9PM). For the sake of quickly raising awareness to the…
THIS ARTICLE WAS WRITTEN BY chatGPT and modifed by humans for accuracy and is for EDUCATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY. Independent Trucks Logo Debate: A Skater’s Identity Crisis Skateboarding isn’t just a sport; it’s a culture, a lifestyle, and for many, a form of self-expression. Central to this culture are the brands and logos that adorn the…
It was all a Dream; Chasing a Career in the Skateboarding Industry I still listen to that song and many others that represent what it takes to achieve greatness when the odds are stacked against you. What do you do when the odds are stacked against you? I guess you don’t know until they are,…