Steve Caballero tells the story of how his signature shoe the Half Cab got its start in the Vans line-up 20 years ago. And he tells it from a Bondi roof-top at a Bowl-A-Rama pre party.
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Lawyers for Dr. James G. Corasanti a man accused in the hit and run death of an 18-year-old skateboarder have asked a judge to “dismiss the manslaughter and other charges” filed against him, according to a story in the Buffalo News saying that:
Dr. James G. Corasanti’s actions were not criminally reckless and the evidence is insufficient to prove second-degree manslaughter, defense lawyer Joel L. Daniels said in Erie County Court. . . Rather, 18-year-old Alexandria Rice, with marijuana in her system, chose to ride her longboard at night, crouching down low, and without wearing reflective clothing, Daniels said during a court hearing lasting an hour and a half.
So aside from being indicted by a grand jury for “texting while driving drunk and speeding” Corasanti’s lawyers would like to blame Ms. Rice for being on the side of the road, skateboarding home from work when she was struck and killed. Dr. Corasanti’s defense is setting up to be one of the most deranged and desperate in history. If convicted Corasanti could face 23 years in prison. And, if found guilty, he should serve every single day of it. Our thoughts are with Rice’s family and friends.
[Link: Buffalo News]
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Powder & Rails takes a look back at the life and legacy of Chuck Barfoot the legendary snowboard shaper, skateboard maker, and always smiling board sports ruler. Looks like nothing has changed even the way Ken Achenbach can hi-jack pretty much anything. . . including a video profile. . .
[Link: Powder & Rails]
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Tomorrow (or actually today in Australia Tuesday, February 21, 2012) the week of skateboarding madness known as The Festival of the Skateboard begins at Bondi Beach with the Tic Taco Art Show and once it gets rolling there is no slowing down until the official Bowl-A-Rama wrap party on Sunday night.
Follow the jump for all of the details. . .or click here to watch it go down live this weekend. [click to continue…]
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Podium Distribution’s Tim Gavin joins Torey Pudwill on the Ride Channel’s The Weekend Buzz with Erica Yary and Rob Brink. Was it hot in there or was that just Erica?
[Link: Ride Channel]
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Looks like there may finally be a trade show aisle-walking alternative the Nike Free as Supra rolls out the Owen their “first lightweight running shoe.”
[The Owen] features an ultra soft, blown EVA SUPRAFOAM® midsole. A synthetic mesh upper with microfiber reinforcements reduces weight and improves breathability. The rubber pads on the contact areas offer traction and even distribution of impact across the sole. Strong, durable, looped nylon webbing is used for the lace stays and heel pull tab, and in conjunction with rope laces, makes for quick and easy cinching.
It’s true, they look good.
[Link: Supra]
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There’s nothing like a best hits collection for pure, jaw-dropping awe. Jordan Haffart’s collection from the past four years has us confused and bewildered even more than usual.
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Filmmaker Patrik Wallner rolled through South Asia for a month with skaters Walker Ryan, Laurence Keefe, Michael Mackrodt, and Kenny Reed and returned with this amazingly lush 10 minute video of the trip. The only things missing are the feelings of oppressive heat and gastrointestinal distress. . .
[Link: Visual Traveling]
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Those who followed our photos from the Agenda Show in Long Beach, California last month saw a sneak peek of The Hundreds Penny Skateboard. But now it’s official.
The board reflects a sleek design, common to both Penny Skateboards and The Hundreds, featuring a black body and multi-colored “CMYK” themed wheels; It’s a unique twist on one of the most beloved boards in the world of skateboarding. The board can also conveniently fit inside The Hundreds Jon Backpack. This is Penny’s first collaboration with anyone – Producing only 400 boards they will be available at fine retail skate shops across the globe as well as The Hundreds’ flagship stores in Los Angeles, San Francisco and New York.
If you’re going to roll a Penny, this is probably the one you need.
[Link: Penny Skateboards]
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Vans has now officially released what they are calling “skateboarding’s first-ever vulcanized cupsole shoe design.” And from what we’ve seen of this Andrew Allen model, the “wafflecups” are looking good. Here’s what Vans says:
Developed in four testing stages with Vans team riders Gilbert Crockett, Chima Ferguson, Andrew Allen and Chris Pfanner, the Stage 4 Low and Mid styles are the first to offer Vans’ revolutionary WAFFLECUP technology. WAFFLECUP combines the best of cup sole with its increased support and durability and the superior board feel and grip found in a traditional Vans vulcanized shoe. Simply, the best of both worlds.
For more info, click the link.
[Link: Vans Stage 4]
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