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Action Sports in Slow Motion

Tue, 22 May 2012 11:16:29 PDT

Life moves quickly and if you don't take a moment to slow down, you might miss the beauty of it all. The same goes for watching athletes whose movements are so fast and intricate that they can't always be appreciated in real-time. But now, by the power of almighty editing tools, we get to view the talent and technical work required to perform these complex acts.

This slow motion video compiled by Gregory Villien of France displays some of today's top action sports athletes in..

Stinky Socks and Ride For Earth Collab: You Buy Socks, They Plant a Tree

Fri, 18 May 2012 15:53:29 PDT

"Going Green" has become a significant contemporary movement. And companies in the action sports industry have hopped onboard, creating boards and apparel that are constructed with from more eco-friendly materials. Production company, Ninja Squad, has joined in the cause with their latest endeavor, Stinky Socks, a product that's designed for snowboarders and skaters.

The company also recently announced a collaboration project with Ride For Earth-- a worldwide organization that..

Girdwood photographer/drummer jams with Eric McFadden

Thu, 17 May 2012 13:06:47 PDT

When John Burns bought Alyeska Resort in 2007, he immediately started to do what any other Dead Head/Skier would do: He started combining his two passions of music and skiing. Five years later, Girdwood locals are reaping the rewards. Alyeska has become a true skier's resort and gets better every year, and the acts that play the resort's signature night spot, The Sitzmark, keep improving as well. One of those locals is Simon Evans, a Girdwood property manager, photographer and drummer. When..

Rob Dyrdek's IVI Launch Party

Thu, 17 May 2012 11:59:13 PDT

It was Saturday, May 12, deep in the Hollywood Hills, where some very famous people got together to celebrate the launch of skateboard mogul and television star Rob Dyrdek's newest endeavor-- a line of premium sunglasses and accessories. The party lasted well into the early hours, where a mixture of skateboarders, actors, musicians, and media rocked out to the music of L.A. based band "Bleached" and DJ Ana Calderon.

Dyrdek is partnered with CEO of Fox Head, Pete Fox, and..

Driftwood Collective's Board Recycling Project

Tue, 15 May 2012 18:03:28 PDT

Driftwood Collective has released its third episode to give you ideas on how to recycle your old surfboards. Much to the benefit of the environment, many companies are taking steps to go green.

That responsibility falls on surfers, too, as materials that have been used in the past to make surf planks are quite harmful to the environment.

Recycling the old surf plank does take some muscle work, but the results are priceless. Check out the video below by Driftwood..

Surfing Mag's Swimsuit Issue Videos

Tue, 15 May 2012 15:47:07 PDT

Surfing Magazine's annual Swimsuit Issue is here, and if you haven't held it in your hands yet, maybe this will ease your pain. Our comrades over at -ING have cut a few short films to supplement each of their shoot locations from the issue. Here are two of them: Hawaii and the Salton Sea. Enjoy.

LRG Artist Driven Series| Bangkok

Mon, 14 May 2012 17:56:23 PDT

Take in the sights and sounds of Thailand with LRG and three of the most influential street artists of the day in their new edit below.

The guys-- Pose, Steel and Vizie-- take inspiration from the culture of Bangkok, realizing that life on the road is not always fun and games, especially when you have a new family waiting for you at home.

Nonetheless they spray paint the town red and have great stories to tell along the way.

Check out part 1 of the..

Penny Skates

Fri, 11 May 2012 13:56:11 PDT

Penny Skateboards, a new company out of Australia, has been gaining momentum with their retro replica skates. Modeled after the original 'sidewalk surfer' style of skates from the 50's, which would eventually spawn skateboarding as we know it today, their skates feature bright plastic decks and skinny trucks, along with some modern upgrades.

In this mini-documentary, founder Ben Mackay talks about his upbringing and how Penny Skates came to be:

Tony Hawk Rad Science

Thu, 10 May 2012 14:26:46 PDT

What does the study of Physics have to do with Tony Hawk? Everything, actually. From the force of gravity and velocity to inertia and balance, all of these factors make his amazing tricks possible.

From May 26 to September 3, Tony Hawk will join forces with science for the
exhibit entitled Tony Hawk | Rad Science at UC Berkeley's Lawrence Hall of Science museum.
During a special premiere event on June 2 Hawk will be hand to help kick off summer with an exclusive skate..

Sexy on the Beach - The Surfing Magazine Swimsuit Issue

Wed, 09 May 2012 15:33:34 PDT

Surfing--it's been argued--is the ultimate mating dance. And in a place like Hawaii, surfing's tropical birthplace, it's easy to buy into that argument. Think about it: men, all bare chested and bronzed, are busy competing for the attention of lovely bikini-clad girls lying in heat on the beach. So they take to the water, where they perform their intricate dance on massive, bone-crushing waves, proving to the bevy of onlookers that their bravery, strength and skill ultimately makes them a..

Mike Vallely Celebrates 25 Years of Skateboarding and Elephant Launch

Tue, 08 May 2012 10:58:20 PDT

Celebrating his 25th year as a professional skateboarder Mike Vallely threw an all out party on Catalina Island this past Saturday, launching his own skateboard company.

The notorious bad boy of skateboarding parted ways with long-time partner Powell-Peralta in December to launch Elephant Skateboards. "This brand is not framed by someone else's idea of cool, or what they think skateboarding is from moment to moment. It's a brand that simply represents what I have always..

Neff and The Seventh Letter's Sesame Street Art Show

Wed, 02 May 2012 10:20:09 PDT

The Sesame Street characters we grew up with just got some serious street cred. On April 28 and 29, over 40 artists transformed them at The Known Gallery art show put on by Neff Headwear and The Seventh Letter artist collective.

Some of the art pieces depicted Ernie with a Mike Tyson face tattoo and Grover chilling in a lowrider. Many were scary and some were sweet but the consistent thread among each piece was the eerie nostalgia. You can check out more of the art and the event..

Spring Snowboarding Essentials

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:11:06 PDT

Once spring sets in, snowboarding becomes a whole different ball game. The rising temperatures, texture of the snow, and necessities to have with you completely change from what you're used to during peak winter conditions. Here's a list of the must-haves for snowboarding during the spring season:

1. Darker lenses. Those rose-colored lenses aren't going to get the job done in the glaring spring sun. They're designed for dark and snowy conditions where flat light and..

Catching Up with Olympian Natalie Coughlin

Fri, 27 Apr 2012 14:06:27 PDT

Olympic Gold medalist Natalie Coughlin took five to talk about her new 365 line with O'Neill. Here's what she had to say about her favorite clothing picks and more:

What is your exercise routine like-- for fun and while training?

For fun I love bodysurfing & taking long hikes with my dogs. For training, I swim, lift weights, do Pilates and run. I do a series of resistive stretches every morning. I always stretch my hamstrings, gluts, hip flexors, chest &..

Forest Bailey Signs with Dragon

Wed, 25 Apr 2012 11:48:37 PDT

The boy, the myth, the legend. Forest Bailey will now be representing an official goggle company. Dragon just announced that Bailey has joined their snow team, adding a top-notch jibber to their already stacked team of riders including Danny Davis, Gigi Ruf, Markus Keller, and more. Keep your eyes on this one. Forest doesn't look like he's slowing down any time soon. Full press release below:

Carlsbad CA (April 23, 2012) - Dragon is pleased to announce Forest Bailey has joined..

Stereo Skateboards' Hand-Painted Deck Series

Tue, 24 Apr 2012 14:56:33 PDT

Colt Bowden knows a thing or two about skateboarding and he knows a lot about art. So what better way to combine those two talents than to hand-paint the Spring 2012 Stereo Classics division deck series? His art pays close attention to detail, and his use of typography makes his work distinctive.

"I find most of my inspiration from mid-1900's sign-painting as well as americana folk art and illustration." said Bowden of his work.

The Stereo Classics series includes..

Nomad Skateboards Gets "Very Old School"

Fri, 20 Apr 2012 13:44:26 PDT

Spain's Nomad Skateboards is getting cinematic with their latest skate flick "Very Old School." Shot entirely in black and white, the film is reminiscent of yesteryear and features their soon to be released vintage cruiser. It's too bad more films aren't made like this.

Too Close for Comfort: Nick Visconti

Wed, 18 Apr 2012 12:16:16 PDT

An array of colorful personalities make up the vast universe of snowboarding that, one way or another, has taken over our lives. Our views and interests toward the sport are shaped by the many riders that inspire, motivate, and keep the endless shred dream alive.

Nick Visconti is a prime example of a pro rider who brings great depth to the table and still has a hunger for the sport. Not afraid to voice his opinion, have a good time, or push the boundaries of snowboarding, Visconti..

Billabong X Tom Veiga

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 18:20:06 PDT

Tom Veiga, an accomplished Brazilian artist and designer is showcasing his talents in a collaboration with Billabong. The new clothing line pops with colors that complement the beach and ocean to perfection. His artwork is displayed on boardshorts, bathing suits, beach bags, wallets, T-shirts, hats, hoodies and even flip-flops.

We got to talk a little bit with Veiga about partnering with Billabong and how he draws artistic inspiration from the movement of the ocean. Here's what..

Mammoth Prepares to Close Canyon for the Season

Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:49:33 PDT

No mountain knows quite how to throw a party like Mammoth Mountain. From concerts to contests to video premieres the resort goes big. This weekend, April 21-22, Mammoth is amping up for Spring Fest, a celebration of the spring season and the closing of Canyon Lodge for the year. A massive pond skim will take place along with Neon Indian performing a live show on Sunday night at Hyde Lounge.

Although part of the mountain is shutting down for the season, Mammoth still has over a..