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Skateboarding Through Outsiders’ Eyes: A Gnarathon Perspective

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A view from above looking down at a skatepark setup with ramps, rails, and skaters
27
Jan
A view from above looking down at a skatepark setup with ramps, rails, and skaters
Skateboarding Through Outsiders’ Eyes: A Gnarathon Perspective

Growing up in England, my first real glimpse of skateboarding wasn’t on the streets, but ...

27
Jan
Joel Meinholz
Static: A Look Back at the Legendary East Coast Skateboarding Video Series

Static. For over two decades, this independent video series has been a cornerstone of East ...

27
Jan
Joe Hollier, founder of Light Phone, discussing his product in his Bushwick studio
The Light Phone: A Skater’s Alternative to Smartphone Overload

It’s hard to imagine a world without smartphones. You’re likely reading this on your own ...

27
Jan
Zach Sayles' "Veil" filming
Zach Sayles’ “Veil”: A Skateboarding Film Noir

The intro to Zach Sayles’ new full-length video, Veil, immediately evokes the feeling of a ...

27
Jan
Close-up of Victor Cascarigny's skateboard wheels
Mars: A Skateboarding ASMR Experience with Victor Cascarigny

People seek out ASMR for diverse reasons, from sleep aid to sensory exploration. However, Victor ...

27
Jan
Panasonic HPX-170 camera, a popular choice for skateboarding videographers after the VX1000
How Skateboarding Transitioned to High Definition Video

For years, the skateboarding world clung to the familiar, grainy aesthetic of the Sony VX1000. ...

27
Jan
Driving through Iceland's volcanic landscape feels like being among the first humans on a new planet.
Exploring Iceland: A Skater’s Unexpected Paradise

Iceland, often known for Björk and its stunning landscapes, remains an enigma for many. For ...

27
Jan
Satan's Drano Hot Sauce
Satan’s Drano: Revitalizing LA Skate Culture with Hot Sauce and Rad Videos

Many perceive Los Angeles as a monotonous landscape of manufactured perfection, filled with cookie-cutter skate ...

27
Jan
Gary and Ben of Vu and Kinetic Skate Shops, standing in front of their collaboration deck design featuring historical figures.
Skate Shop Solidarity: How Vù and Kinetic are Navigating the Pandemic

The sense of community fostered by local skate shops is undeniable. They’ve always been more ...

27
Jan
Simon Isaksson skating, captured mid-air with his board, showcasing his unique style and skill.
Simon Isaksson: The Jolly, Well-Endowed Euro Pro Skateboarder

Navigating conversations with people from outside of America can be a humbling experience, highlighting my ...

27
Jan