Listen up SoCal. At midnight on Thanksgiving Day (that’s Thursday, November 22, 2012) The Vans Skatepark in Orange, California is going to open their doors for 24 hours of absolutely free skateboarding on Friday November 23, 2012). But that’s not all:
Giveaways and prizes throughout the day while supplies last. Please be aware that the skate session has potential to reach capacity. Check out the flyer for more details…see you there!
There is likely no better way to escape Black Friday and buy nothing than roll at the park for 24 hours.
This edit is for anyone who has wondered how Vans Classic Tales get all their interstitial animation wizardry. Artist Jay Howelland director/animator Jim Dirschberger explain exactly how all the magic happens, including how you get Geoff Rowley‘s brain to pop out of his head and splash down on the floor.
Nothing better on a Thursday afternoon than a little retro skate edit featuring all the heavies from the Del Mar glory days. Tony Hawk, Christian Hosoi, Tod Swank, Dave Swift, Owen Nieder, Kevin Staab, and Grant Brittain. Rad.
There will be two showings, at 7pm and 9pm, and you will need a ticket to enter. Tickets are free, but due to overwhelming demand and limited seating, you must RSVP to prettysweet@dqmnewyork.com to be eligible for a ticket.
ISFF is the only celebration of its kind to honor the creativity of filmmaking within the industry as a medium that has elevated skateboarding into a lifestyle and widespread art form. Dubbed the “Oscars of Skateboarding” by Color magazine, the International Skateboard Film Festival is steadily gaining momentum as the premier film festival to recognize the achievements of skateboard filmmakers across the globe.
The event features three days of screenings, parties, and an awards show. For all the info, including a complete schedule, follow the jump. [click to continue…]
Vans has decided it no longer wants to be in the helmet business and has sold Pro-Tec to San Diego, California based paintball company Dye Precision Inc for an undisclosed amount.
“We’re very proud of the work that the Vans® and Pro-tec® brand teams have done to build the brand globally during the last decade,” said Kevin Bailey, President, Vans. “Together, we have continued the Pro-tec® brand’s leadership role in skateboard and BMX protective gear, while expanding the brand’s position in snow sports and mountain biking. . . “The Vans® and Pro-tec® brands share a complementary action sports heritage,” he continued. “But we believe that Dye Precision can provide Pro-tec® a better operational fit and focus, which will allow the brand to thrive and reach its full potential.”
Guess it’s going to be the Vans Pool Party from now on. Follow the jump for the official word. [click to continue…]
Portland, Oregon based wood iPhone covering makers Grove have teamed up with recycled skateboard jewelry makers MapleXO on a iPhone 5 back protector called the SkateBack.
The sustainable SkateBack for iPhone 5 or 4/4s is made of 100% post-industrial skate board material. Crafted here in our workshop, this recycled adhesive adornment protects the back of your phone and comes in three color schemes. No two are exactly alike!
It’s not a case that covers the whole phone, just the back. The SkateBack currently sells for $39.00.
Remember the hoopla when Nyjah Huston won the 2012 Street League Championshipback in August 2012? That thing about the truck not the trophy being backwards? Well, apparently representatives of Street League fixed all that and went to Laguna Beach, California and presented Nyjah with his 2012 Championships Nixon Watch, Ring, and a remodeled trophy. And it all looks right proper. Bling Bling.
