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Eric Dressen ‘Epicly Later’d’ – Part 5.

Ryan — Fri, 15 Feb 2013 11:01:10 +0000

Eric Dressen’s Epcily Later’d episode comes to a close today as Eric and co discuss his reemergence in to skateboarding and the creation of Santa Cruz’s veterans division.

If the following ten minutes doesn’t make you feel good about skateboarding, something is wrong…

Eric Dressen ‘Epicly Later’d’ – Part 4.

Ryan — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 11:19:45 +0000

It’s that time of the week again – see below for Part 4 of Eric Dressen’s Epicly Later’d episode, covering Eric filming from Santa Cruz’s early videos Speed Freaks, Risk It, A Reason For Living and Troops of Tomorrow, his drifting out of skating for the second time and the brief 411 reappearance in 1997.

More next Thursday!

Eric Dressen ‘Epicly Later’d’ – Part 3.

Ryan — Thu, 31 Jan 2013 10:56:25 +0000

Eric Dressen’s Epicly Later’d continues on its journey today, with Part 3 now live and ready to be watched by clicking the play button below.

Watch on as Scott Oster, Jim Muir, Christian Hosoi and more talk you through Eric’s mid-80′s contest killing spree and his eventual switch from Dogtown to Santa Cruz.

Part 4 online this time next week!

Eric Dressen ‘Epicly Later’d’ – Part 2.

Ryan — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 00:02:02 +0000

The second installment of Eric Dressen’s amazing Epicly Later’d episode is now online and waiting to be watched by clicking below, which covers the initial late 70′s lull in skateboarding and Eric’s return a couple of years, leading to him riding for the legendary Dog Town team and holding it down with the Venice Beach locals.

Part 3 online next week…!

Eric Dressen ‘Epicly Later’d’ – Part 1.

Ryan — Fri, 18 Jan 2013 12:55:36 +0000

The latest episode of Epicly Later’d kicked off yesterday, which sees Patrick O’Dell focusing his attentions on the legendary Eric Dressen.

Check out part 1 by clicking below now for a glimpse at Eric’s early years, then check back next Thursday for part 2…

Photographers Stories 2012 – Jerome Loughran.

Ryan — Tue, 15 Jan 2013 12:56:49 +0000

Our Photographers Stories series continues on its journey today, this time stopping off in Newport for a sit down with Jerome Loughran to see what five individual shots from 2012 he’s decided to talk about this time around.

Read on below then keep an eye out for more Photographers Stories coming soon…

Lee Dainton, pivot fakie, Waldport, Oregon .

I’ve wanted to get a photo of Dainton in the mag since I first moved to Newport all those years ago. On this trip to The States I thought it wasn’t going to happen, what with Daint being on fulltime filming duties (with at least four cameras going at once, and that was when we were just driving from spot to spot) and the fact that his ankle was purple and balloon like. With a bit of bullying, Daint came through with this pivot fakie on one of the tightest, lumpiest quarters out there.

John ‘Beanhead’ John Coppen, backside tailblock, Newport.

The Novelty Boards shoot for Sidewalk was one of those shoots that I left until the very last minute and rushed through, as I was busy with work obligations as per usual. I called Beanhead as I was shooting with a Creature board and I knew he’s be down. Beanhead is definitely a trooper and came swooping into action as smashed cars, with the help of a forklift, were towering above him. I love this photo as it’s a reason to take skateboarding out of its natural environment.

Eric Dressen, double truck grind, Hemel Hempstead.

Eric is one of those skate legends that I’ve always looked up to, and meeting him was so amazing as he’s the nicest dude ever. Working as a full time tattooist in Los Angeles, Eric still manages to travel a fair amount and has a solid history within Britain on past excursions over to this side of the globe. Eric once again got to witness the best of British with a session at an indoor concrete park in freezing conditions and followed up with a curry and a belly dance. I’m just stoked I got to hang out with him and shoot something. Come back soon Eric.

Jake Collins, backside tailslide, Orcas Island, Washington.

I have been harping on how good Orcas Island is to Jake for years as it is basically the best skatepark in the world. After our recent visit, I’m sure Jake will now agree. We spent all day just bombing about the snake run until the sun went down. This back tail just shows you some of the brilliant curves and lines within the park, so if you like skating transition and ever get a chance to go there you will not be disappointed.

Marc Churchill, tuck knee, Tigard, Oregon.

It wouldn’t be a Jerome photo wrap up without a photo of this mug. Marc on previous years has always managed to hurt himself in the first couple of days of our annual trip to Oregon. Managing to break the pattern of the past few visits, Marc avoided getting himself written off and smashed it this time. Tigard has always been on the list to visit. Again, the sun was out so I was hiding in the shade as always, but I managed to get this rad tucknee of Marc before we headed off in search of another concrete wonderland.

Ericly Dressen’d – Eric Dressen “Epicly Later’d” incoming…

Ryan — Fri, 11 Jan 2013 10:24:39 +0000

The legendary Eric Dressen is next in line for the O’Dell Epicly Later’d treatment – watch the teaser below for a taste of what’s in store then head on back next Thursday for part one.

To state the obvious – this one is going to be epic…!

The Skateboarding Show heads to Concrete Carnival – listen now!

Ryan — Fri, 09 Dec 2011 01:39:36 +0000

Raemers waving his way into first place - photo: Jerome Loughran.

This week Brett takes The Skateboarding Show for a road trip over to The XC Skatepark in Hemel Hempstead for last weekends ridiculous Concrete Carnival two-dayer.

Get listening below for interviews with Eric Dressen, Rune Glifberg, Ben Raemers, Rob Smith and more…

The Skateboarding Show, 7 Dec 2011: Vans Concrete Carnival by theskateboardingshow

Vans “Concrete Carnival 2011″ – footage online now! Raemers, Rune, Jake…

Ryan — Wed, 07 Dec 2011 03:17:27 +0000

At long last, footage from the weekends Vans “Concrete Carnival 2011″ at The XC, Hemel Hempstead, is now online, with bowl carnage from Ben Raemers, Rune Glifberg, Jake Collins, Alex Halford, Greg Nowik, Mark “T-Bag” Murray, Andy Scott, Carl “Potter” Wilson, Josh “Manhead” Young, Pete Dossett and more!

Two clips can be found below – the first coming from Kevin Parrott, featuring Volcom riders Raemers and Rune, and the second more comprehensive version of events fro Andy Evans featuring pretty much everyone. Get stuck in…

Vans “Concrete Carnival 2011″ – results here!

Ryan — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 04:30:13 +0000

Raemers drops a McTwist in his run? Rune Glifberg smashing his way into second place? The mighty Pete Dossett placing 12th? Eric Dressen sessioning the bowl with Sean Goff and the rest of the UK Masters Division? It sounds like the first Vans “Concrete Carnival” at The XC, Hemel Hempstead, well and truly went off!

Check out the full list of results below and pray Vans hurry up with the footage…

Unders 16s
1: Robin Bolian
2: Jesse Thomas
3: Charile Birch
4: Harry Phelps
5: Kieren Brooks

Over 16 (unsponsored)
1: Chav Dan Hill
2: Nick Hansen
3: Rob Jones
4: Luke Jarvis
5: James Breeze
6: James Haney
7: Adam Collingburn
8: Salar
9: Socks
10: Radio Brett Dye

Old Man Pool Jam:
1: Sean Goff
2: Jim The Skin
3: Mark Munson
4: Mike Day
5: Eric Dressen

Sponsored:
1 Ben Raemers 365 (£2,000)
2 Rune Glifberg 356 (£1,200)
3 Jake Collins 338 (£800)
4 Alex Halford 337 (£300)
5 Greg Nowik 327 (£200)
6 Teabag 312 (£100)
7 Rob Smith 314
8 Andy Scott 313
9 Carl Wilson 310
10 Manhead 299
11 Socks 281
12 Pete Dossett 280
13 Chav Dan 306
14 Joe Howard 293
15 Nick Hansen 280
16 Igor Fardin 279
17 Daryl Nobbs 278
18 Robin Bolian 278
19 Chris Oliver 277
20 Ben Nordberg 259
21 Martino Cattaneo 255
22 Ryan Price 249
23 Dave Pegg 247
24 Fabio Martin 246
25 Salar 240
26 Beanhead 230
27 Ben Devine 223
28 Arbel Samsonov 222
29 Radman 218
30 Rob Jones 200
31 James Breeze 192
32 Felix 181
33 Jamie Farrell 120