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Andrew Schumaker, flippin’ the bird while slip sliding through Malibu.

Ben Desnyder squeaks out a squat check in a corner in Malibu.

Being completely honest however, I had always wanted to be a documentary combat photographer. The thought of existing to capture a moment that most would shy away from stuck me as something special. I had been to photography school, I grew up with cameras, but a career seizing a moment most others feared put you beyond the gear and the schooling. Your camera was no longer a Canon or a Nikon, your college where you learned photographic theory no longer applied. Out there, in those situations, your knowledge and your gear were no longer brands, but things you relied on. I guess overall there was something about that whole situation that enticed me, the thrill of danger and adventure that woo’ed me on. However, while the idea of hanging out of a helicopter door strafing the sands of foreign lands may have appealed to my fantasies, there was something else that came into my life around this same time that had just as much appeal and allure… skateboarding.

Victor Kerr, scrubbing off some speed to make the corner.

Amanda Powell, gettin’ elegant under a cloud covered sky.

Daniel Fissmer, crushing a driveway in Echo Park before filming.

Skateboarding had always been there, sitting in the far back corner of the room waiting for its moment to speak. It only ever took one run blasting down a slope for me to fall head over heels in love with the thrill and charm of the sport. It was something that just felt natural from moment one, something that ultimately usurped everything else I had been involved with. Love on wheels, a tributary redirected. So while combat photography may have been an enticing concept, skateboarding’s voice was louder. A sphere that encapsulated all the elements of travel and danger, without the potential for PTSD.

Dustin Hampton, riding the clouds.

Petter Hagman, on the edge.

Victor Kerr again, enjoying the road during his pursuit of skating nirvana.

Nicolas Escamilla, blasting a bluntslide at sunset.

I always found it funny to hear those infamous one liners in college coming up. The “follow your heart and make your passions your career” kinda phrases. The ones that were suppose to inspire you to want to do something you actually felt like you wanted to do. Well, this phrase has always hit pretty close to home for me. The idea of spending your whole life slaving away at a job that you didn’t necessarily feel connected to felt more like a death sentence then a career. A wasted existence trading the hours of your life for a paycheck never made sense to me. So while I’m still figuring it out, making it up as I go, I just know that there is one golden truth behind all of my trials and tribulations; to be happy. As long as you have that little element of joy in your life, then there are no wasted days. Photography and skateboarding are my passions, and while I may never be a rich man, I know that I’ll be happy, and that is worth all the money in the world.

Thanks for reading. Now be passionate, and go skateboard.

Brian Bishop knows a thing or two about finding his bliss.

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Do not own this song, all rights go to Bondax. Song is Gold (Snakehips Remix). Welcome to the team Jackson Sibley. We have known this 13 year old shredder since Steezy Saturday back in 2012 and have watched him improve over the past 9 months. So stoked to have him on the team and keen to film him in the future ! Really worked hard on the filming and editing of this video so i hope you guys enjoy !

Setup: Glyde Rufus, Buzzed Precision Trucks, Cult Classics & Cult Gamma Rays

Filmed with Canon 7D

The Muirskate team headed to Sin City for 48 hours of skating, drinking, fighting, and more skating!

Film/Edit:
Derek Smith
Joe Gutkowski

Volante is announcing a new version of Liam Morgan’s pro model wheel today in 82a, so we decided to drop Mr. Greasy a line and see what his thoughts were.

What’s the deal with your new wheel?

Nothing too crazy, same shape. Similar feel in the urethane just in 82a so it breaks loose a bit easier and doesn’t wear as fast.

Didn’t get it right the first time?

Hahaha, I love the 80a still, but a little variety never hurt. The 80a is super dope on a lot of roads, but when the 80a is feeling too grippy or wearing a bit fast on a certain road the 82a steps in and kills it.

What’s the R&D process like to develop or tweak a wheel?

A LOT of riding. I’m out there almost everyday skating Volantes, trying different duros and shapes. Some wheels feel sick and some don’t, what we have out now is the best of the best and what we like riding the most.

Is there anything different about the wheel besides the duro?

Just the duro and graphic, but as I’m sure you know a duro change can make a wheel feel completely different.

What else are you working on these days? Any other new products coming down the pipeline?

Wheels that last forever and leave fresh-ass gold thane lines. Haha, just kidding, nothing in the immediate future but we’re always schemin’… keep your eyes peeled.

What are your post-graduation plans? Do you have to work like the rest of us or are you just going to be up to no good all year?

Pretty much just up to no good, skating and traveling. Super grateful for all my sponsors making this happen. Hopefully get to college in the future.

How have you been trying to push your riding lately?

Right now I’m all about finding a road that lets me do the kind of slides I want to. Other than that, just trying to push myself in the park.

Shoutouts?

Brandon from Caliber for providing some great opportunities, Jason from Comet, Jack Boston and Dustin Damron for making me look good.

Volante Wheels

With Danger Bay [Scoot's hometown event] being only a few days away, I thought it was timely to hook up with my man Scoot Smith for a little Q & A. I’ll always remember Scott as the guy with green hair that was, and still is, fast as hell. With the plethora of skilled riders that come out of BC, some come and go like a whisper in the wind. Some hop on the band wagon, race for few years and then you never see them again. I’ve never really known why riders usually drop off but it’s racers, true speed freaks like Scoot, that helped really put downhill on the map. Soon to be iconic, if not already, this Pender Harbour local started racing years back …and as far as I can remember, he’s always in the top 10, if not standing on the podium along side the greats.

Dan Pape: Scott or Scoot, which do you prefer?

Scoot Smith: It really depends who it’s coming from. When I’m working my day job as a drywaller I don’t introduce my self as Scoot. If I’m at a downhill event I don’t introduce myself as Scott. I’m fine with Scoot or Scott…. I’ll respond to both.

I’m curious who gave you the name Scoot? I thought maybe Striker [Bricin Lyons]

Sandman from Team Green gave me the nick name Scoot. He actually started calling me Scoot before I was seriously into downhill.

What did you get up to this winter?

I’ve been making some changes to my signature model board Tiffany. I got a chance to make it out to Cali and stop by the Sector 9 shop to pick up the first prototype. I’m pretty stoked with what we’ve come up with. The weather in Van has been decent, we’ve had quite a few rad weekends of sunshine. Gotta feel lucky for that this time of year.

For more Info on Scoot’s Pro Model , check out Sector 9′s Site

True, it has been nice recently. Nicer, and dryer than usual. Are you a hibernator or a type of skater that just deals with rain riding the best he can?

I just deal with it and get out as often as possible. I really enjoy riding in the rain with a small group. But making a trip to Cali and freeride events made the winter go by fast.

A little off topic but did you make it out to the Puerto Rico DH event this year?

Yeah, this year was my fourth time. I love the skate environment down there.

What was that like?

It was out of control as usual. Spectators getting run over, racers running into vehicles, and random rain storms. Nothing out of the ordinary… The international turnout was much bigger than it’s ever been, it’s cool how much Guajataka has blown up in the past few years. I went to all three races and loved every minute of it, can’t wait for next year.

Yah I heard, did you race on when all the controversy went down?

Unfortunately I didn’t get to race on Monday I was eliminated on the Sunday. I would have raced if I was in.

Hold up a sec, I forgot to ask, who’s supporting your racing?

The Sector 9 family, Abec 11 Wheels, Aera Trucks, Coast Longboarding, and Zak Maytum from Venom Bushings. Zak recently gave me an aero lid so he helps me go fast and turn corners.

Just want to let people know that you were one of the first people in BC to receive a “salaried” sponsorship. It was a big deal back then it and I remember a lot of riders looked up to you as a rider that was getting paid to ride and basically travel all over to enter the downhill skateboarding races. What do you think about how that has become much more common place for riders with a high skill level like yourself?

I think it’s important for companies to hook up their high profile riders with a travel budget or some cash and incentives. Lots of people from communities all over the world look up to these certain riders, and usually want what they’re riding. It comes full circle, before you know it the guy that looked up to you for so long is your biggest competition at the start line.

I’m stoked longboard companies and community have grown this much.

Do you still live in the Sunshine Coast?

I moved off the Sunshine Coast in 2010 and got a place in East Vancouver.

Are you always going to live there?

I have no intention of leaving this city.

What is your favorite race to attend?

There’s so many rad events. My favorite is getting to new ones.

Which race has the best party?

Attack of Danger Bay has an awesome party. But from what I’ve heard Buffalo Bill’s party rivals it.

Yup, you’re hair is still green. A few months ago someone told me you didn’t have green hair. Then I saw you and you did have green hair. Was there a period when you gave it up.

No, I’ve had green hair for seven years. That person must of seen me in transition.

What is Team Green and why was it formed?

It’s a bunch of high school skate friends getting together trying to make a name for themselves.

Recently I saw Bricin getting a another green suit, does that mean Team Green is on its way back?

Team Green was never gone. The only reason Striker is getting a new suit is cause he’s gained too much weight to fit in his old one.

The culture of longboarding in the British Columbia area have always been somewhat lax about drinking and partying and even smoking, what are your thoughts on people that get smashed either the night before the race or just before the race?

It’s up to you if you want to get trippy or drunk before the race. Those people are obviously not taking the race too serious.

When some guy is standing beside you at the start line and he’s hungover or looking blazed, what goes through your head?

Haha, this is going to be easy…

[haha haha] Nice answer……..Every year this type of skateboarding keeps growing and growing in size. Do you have any words of wisdom or ideas that you think the longboarding community should consider to keep, or at least help, the younger riders ride safe?

I just have some advice for the riders. Stop at stop signs, wear a helmet, stay in your lane, and don’t hit cars.

How is your local community dealing with Danger Bay being one of the largest and most successful races in the world?

Pender Harbour is a big supporter of Attack of Danger Bay. The town loves the event as a whole and it keeps the kids in the community a good reason to skate.
Do you think this year is going to be as big as all the years before that ?

It’s hard to say. Last year we didn’t see as many riders as 2011. There’s so many races these days people have a lot to choose from. Almost everyone has been to Attack of Danger Bay so they might be saving their money for an event they haven’t been to.

True true, over the years so many races have been added to racers & freeriders bucket lists. Do you like or dislike having that much excitement in your neighborhood all at once?

All skateboarders love it when there’s out of town skaters visiting. That’s the best time of year.

Did you want to give any props anybody coming up or that have helped you immensely in the past?

Really stoked to be apart of the Sector 9 family, they’re a rad group of real people. I’d like to thank Chris Chaput for supporting me all these years. Kevin Reimer for hooking me up with trucks, food, paper, and always being down to skate. I would also like to thank the IGSA for putting on events all over the world for the last 10+ years. Most my epic road trips and skate memories were made possible because of those guys.

Photo by Dawn Kelly Moisanen

Last chance to say whatever the hell you want…

I’m looking forward to the future of downhill and the start to this year’s race season. Thanks Dan, and Skate[Slate]!

The pleasure was all ours. Good luck at the race this weekend! And throughout the summer [high five!]

Sector 9

Aera

Abec 11

Coast Longboarding

Ditch Slap 2013

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Film // Chubbs // Eric Jensen
Edit // Chubbs // Blake Smith
Additional Footage // Derek Smith

In this issue:

Mailbag – We want to hear from you. Send us a letter!
Party Rocking – The Flatspot bowl opening party
Fresh Produce – The best new gear
Pack Ratz – Bombing Maryhill with friends
Growing Up Fast – Revisiting the groms of Laguna
Zak and Max’s Fun Pages
Breaking in the Van – The Landyachtz team explores the Pacific Northwest
Tech Inspection – Bruno Sirera Sorondo
Check Out – Daniel Fissmer and Jordan Crosby
Shutter Speed – Wall paper for your room
Skate House Pages
The Break of Dawn – Downhill in Japan
Events – Downhill Disco
Finish Line – Aaron “AFB” Grulich

Table of contents

Growing Up Fast: Revisiting the groms of Laguna

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Breakin’ in the Van: The Landyachtz team explores the Pacific Northwest