Snowboarding From Helsinki To Beijing

I got an email from Matteo Maggi last night giving me the heads up on a new film he’s directed. Called Siberia Teaches, the film tracks Andrea Schiliro’, Tomi Passi, Stefano Benchimol and Antti Juhani “Naku” Piirainen shooting snowboard photos from Helsinki …

by Dave

Final Day Of Quik Pro Is On

The final day of the Quik Pro is happening from 7.30am (Qld time) this morning. First up in the Quarterfinals is Dusty Payne up against current world champ, Kelly Slater. If you’re infront of a computer, head over here to watch it live. Full release below.

by Dave

Bearly Trailer Featuring Josiah Gatlyn

The good guys at Ashbury put me onto this… This is a rad little trailer for the upcoming film Bearly. It features Josiah Gatlyn, Nick Zizzo, Sebo Walker, Jonathan Pierce, Paul Hart and Anthony Garcia.

by Dave

(NSFW) Nude Playboy Models Skating Bowl

There is actually very little I can say about this… They do better in the bowl that I could. Be warned, it’s really, really not safe for work.

by Dave

Tom Asta’s Epic Clip For Mystery

Mystery have got an amazing clip out featuring Tom Asta. I don’t have any details on who is putting these together but the original clip Mystery did for Asta was equally as well done. Enjoy!

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Mark McMorris Lands Backside Triple Cork 1440

Mark McMorris has this little clip doing the rounds at the moment. A Backside Triple Cork 1440 – for those that don’t have a calculator handy, that’s four full rotations. Where will it end?

by Dave

Ankle Injury Keeps Shaun White Out Of USO

According to ESPN, Shaun White is undergoing a small surgery on his ankle that will keep him from competing at this weeks Burton US Open. White’s publicist wouldn’t give details on the extent of the injury. This is the third year in which White has missed …

by Dave

A Decade Of Hammers From Jim Greco

Deathwish have got out a limited edition deck celebrating ten years of hammers from Jim Greco and have put up a clip to promote it. There’s no doubt about it, the guy is gnarly.

by Dave

Dane Tiene And Andy Lloyd’s ‘Efetles’ Entertainment

Andy Lloyd has put together another Fisheye Friday – this one is called Efetles. The name is basically because neither Andy nor Dane Tiene could really be bothered doing anything. Rad clip – check it out!

by Dave

JR Blastoff’s Latest Awkwardness

Jereme Rogers has stepped out for another interview that will make you squirm in your seat. Let’s try a quote to begin the cringing, “When someone tells me I’m the greatest, I say thank you, I do appreciate it. But it doesn’t change that I already feel like I’m the greatest. It doesn’t

by Dave

Etnies ‘Rain or Shine’ – The Best Thing You’ll See Today

This is actually the raddest thing you’ll watch today… Etnies have put out this clip called Rain or Shine. It features Kyle Leeper and was created by Mike Manzoori – basically it’s a guy skating in the rain, but what they have come up with is awesome. Enjoy!

by Dave

Jess Rich At Northstar

The guys at BigHugs have put together a quick clip of Nitro rider Jess Rich doing a few laps at Northstar. Check it out!

by Dave

Some Random in Banff

Regular reader/commenter Some Random is in Banff at the moment and shot through this little GoPro edit. It’s just one fun looking run at Sunshine – I’m a little jealous sitting in my windowless office right now. Enjoy!

by Dave

Pelley And Staggs At The Banked Slalom

Here’s the latest episode from Tom Pelley and Rob Stagg. This time the guys are at the Banked Slalom – and they get a few impressive guys like Scotty Whitlake and Terje Haakonsen coming out of the gates. It finished with the guys having some …

by Dave

Quik Pro Rd 2 Results – Rd 3 On Today

Round two of the Quik Pro went down at Snapper yesterday in difficult conditions… Summed up best by Mick Fanning who tweeted “Can’t believe they are running the event in these conditions. Feel sorry for the guys out there“. Brett Simpson got the highest …

by Dave

Dragon Retail Comp Winners Off To X Games

Dragon has recently finished up a competition in which they gave a few lucky shop crew all expenses paid trips to X Games in Europe. The guys will get to hang with the team, party and check out the event. Pretty rad. We’re going to be getting updates from the guys while …

by Dave

Battle At The Berrics IV Starts!

The new Battle At The Berrics has started and the opening clip is pretty crazy. Shane O’Neill, representing Australia, taking on Ishod Wair representing the U.S. In addition to the usual comp format, you have the ability to be part of a prediction comp through …

by Dave

Daewon Song’s 12er Clip

Just a rad little clip from DVS for Daewon Song’s new shoe. Goes through a few of his ambitions before skateboarding – we’ll worth a watch!

by Dave

Ed Richard Unedited Pow Run In Japan

Here’s just a fun little clip from Ed Richards of him getting some pow in Japan. Looks pretty nice there right now. Enjoy!

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The Earning Power Of Facebook Athletes

ESPN have a rad article up this morning about the earning power surfers, skaters and snowboarders have through their social media – Facebook and Twitter. A lot of companies are now putting into their contracts that riders need to Tweet about their products …

by Dave

Ed Templeton’s Crib

Cambio have taken a tour of Ed Templeton’s home in Huntington Beach. You get to see a bit of where Templeton works on Toy Machine graphics and where he creates his other artworks. Really only interesting if you’re a fan of his work, but who isn’t?

by Dave

Want To Own DC’s Mtn. Lab?

Ken Block has just put DC’s Mtn. Lab up for sale. The amazing property set just outside of Park City is set to go for around the US$7 million mark and comes with a rope tow serving 10 runs but none of the former rails and hits that were scattered through the property – This is the unfortunate …

by Dave

Nike SB ‘What The Dunk’ Giveaway On SnkrFrkr

The footwear connoisseurs at Sneaker Freaker have got a pair of $15,000 shoes to give away… The Nike SB ‘What The Dunks’ are some of the most collectible sneakers ever made and combined with a bunch of other rare and rad SB proddy, it is a pretty amazing …

by Dave

2011 Burton US Open Details

Next Monday the Burton US Open is kicking off at Stratton Mountain, Vermont. This is its 29th year making it the longest running snowboard comp, and there is a few improvements to this years event including running the semi-finals for both halfpipe and slopestyle …

by Dave

Devun Walsh and Iikka Backstrom’s ‘Polar Opposites’

Devun Walsh and Iikka Backstrom have got a webisode series coming out called Polar Opposites. The first episode is available now and is pretty damn incredible. The guys are going to be releasing footage throughout the season instead of doing a full …

by Dave

Supra And Kr3w Concept Store Opens In London

Supra and Kr3w have just opened a rad concept store under the Slam City Skates shop in London. The space is called ONE at Slam City Skates and Chad Muska, Stevie Williams and Ali Boulala were along for the launch. The space looks incredible – it actually used to be the …

by Dave

Nitro In Ruka Clip

The guys at Nitro shot through this cool little clip featuring Dominik Wagner, Knut Eliasson and few other crew hanging out and having fun in Finland. Enjoy!

by Dave

Chaz Ortiz Auographed Zoo York Deck Winners

This has taken me way, way too long to get onto but it’s time to announce the winners of the two signed Chaz Ortiz decks from Zoo York we have to give away. The decks are going to Daniel Smith in Queensland and Josh Grimshaw in Victoria. Thanks for all your …

by Dave

2011 Shred For Shane On March 6th

The 2011 ‘Shred For Shane‘ memorial event is happening on March 6th at Paddington Skatepark, Brisbane. The event kicks off at 4pm and is sure to be a great celebration of his life. Check the flyer above for details.

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BigHugs Vengashred

Andy Lloyd gave me the heads up on this edit – the clip is from Louis Macindoe and called Vengashred… The name gives you a clue to the music choice. Just a couple of rad laps of the park, looks like a lot of fun was had. Enjoy!

by Dave

Ryan Tiene On Flux Bindings

Ryan Tiene has signed onto Flux Bindings. Amine Yasmine from Flux in Australia sent out a note this morning saying, “We are pleased to announce the addition of Ryan Tiene into our FLUX Global Team List. His riding is amazing, he is always positive, and a great guy to hang/party with as well! He

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Lifelounge Party At Mag Nation

Our friends at Lifelounge are holding a party this Wednesday night at Mag Nation on Greville St. Prahran. The event is to celebrate the Gossip Edition of their magazine – plenty of drinks and good times to be had. Hope to see you there!

by Dave