<![CDATA[Blog]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/ Mon, 20 May 2013 19:29:01 +0000 Zend_Feed http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss <![CDATA[Willys Workshop Cinco de Mayo 2013]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/Willys-Workshop-Cinco-de-Mayo-2013/ Willy Workshops' Cinco de Mayo 2013 recap video!

]]> Thu, 09 May 2013 09:54:21 +0000 <![CDATA[Mark Appleyar'd Firing Line 2]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/Mark-Appleyard-Firing-line-2/ Here is Apple’s firing line….

This bench spot has gotten a lot of coverage lately, but we'll run Appleyard footage anytime, anyplace.

Thrasher Fire Line

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]]> Thu, 10 May 2012 16:53:33 +0000 <![CDATA[Willy Santos Game of Skate and BBQ Highlights]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/Willy-Santos-Game-of-Skate-and-BBQ-Highlights/ Willy’s Workshop hosted a GAME of SKATE and BBQ at the Rancho Penasquitos Skatepark.  Here is a highlight video from the day and check out all the kids ripping.

 

]]> Fri, 13 Apr 2012 17:46:35 +0000 <![CDATA[Willy Santos Game of Skate and BBQ]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/Willy-Santos-Game-of-Skate-and-BBQ/ Willy Santos Workshop Skate and BBQ is re-scheduled to Sunday April 1st!

]]> Mon, 26 Mar 2012 11:15:13 +0000 <![CDATA[Presidents Day BBQ Skate Jam]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/Presidents-Day-BBQ-Skate-Jam/ Join us and Willy Santo's Workshop for Presidents Day BBQ Skate Jam on Monday Feb. 20th!

 

]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 11:15:19 +0000 <![CDATA[MARVS „WAIT FOR IT“ FULL MOVIE]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/marvs-wait-for-it-full-movie/

Happy people: The winners of Arnette sunnies and giveaways

Oh yeah, the release party on Saturday was awesome and the movie turned out to be a lot of fun to watch and it surely is inspiring. Some really delicate skateboarding action right from the Bavarian capital city - Munich. And because they aren’t only good skateboarders but also nice gentlemen they released the full length movie for you to watch it for free. Ladies and gentlemen please enjoy: “Wait For It”

MARVS - WAIT FOR IT - THE FULL MOVIE from MARVS on Vimeo.

]]> Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:09:17 +0000 <![CDATA[MARVS Crew Video Release Party]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/marvs-crew-video-release-party/ You don’t have to WAIT FOR IT! any longer. It’s time for the MARVS Video Release Party in Munich, including a miniramp session, a skate/snow/urban art exhibition, an awesome DJ Setup and for sure the new skateboard movie by the MARVS crew “WAIT FOR IT!”. We’ll definitely be there and will also bring some goodies for you party people. So grab your skateboard or your girl-/boyfriend and have a great party. See you tomorrow in Munich!

This is the official Flyer...

and this the official teaser:

MARVS- WAIT FOR IT - The Intro & Trailer from MARVS on Vimeo.

]]> Fri, 27 Jan 2012 10:03:15 +0000 <![CDATA[MARVS Video Release]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/marvs-video-release/

If you thought that Germans only drink good beer and spend their summers hanging around on Italian beaches, wearing socks and sandals you were wrong. The MARVS crew from Munich was busy skating some nice spots in different parts of Europe and around their hometown and they had some serious fun. For the upcoming “official first ever screening worldwide super release premiere party” on the 28th of January in Munich, they released the intro of their new movie “Wait for it” as a teaser. So watch some creative skateboarding action and save the date for the release party. It will take place the night before the winter ispo in Munich – one of world’s biggest sports tradeshows. So be there and celebrate with us!
Now lean back and enjoy:

MARVS- WAIT FOR IT - The Intro & Trailer from MARVS on Vimeo.

 

]]> Wed, 11 Jan 2012 17:57:42 +0000 <![CDATA[FISE 2011 Montpellier Wrap-Up Report]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/fise-montpellier-went-down/ This is one of those happenings where you really have to schedule your walk from one end of the venue to the other. A stroll along the massive course will take you well over 20 mins (not counting the many stops you might take checking out tons of booths offering anything from T-Shirts to Crepes) and will take you past a whole bunch of fantastic courses for all kinds of action sports such as Skateboarding, Wakeboarding, Mountain Bike and BMX! The Arnette Europe team is proud to be a supporter of FISE 2011 and everyone of us  is already looking forward to next year’s event in Montpellier.

The intensity you experience while visiting this event is hard to describe. Despite the sheer largeness of the area and the amount of visitors there are countless sessions and contests to witness. Even though a bit inconsistent, the weather was good enough in the end for most contests to take place and to determine the winners in all the different sports and categories.

On the MTB Big Air, the world’s best riders from Canada, New Zealand, Spain, UK and France rocked the spot and went huge! This attracted an excited crowd that saw some jaw-dropping action with front flips, 360 double whips, triple whips and 720s! Check out  this video of the best tricks session at FISE 2011:

One of the most impressive sessions of FISE 2011 was the BMX park final. In the end it was the 16-year-old American Pat Casey who took the top spot. He topped his all over impressive and versatile run with a first ever One Foot Decade Backflip! Mark Webb finished 2nd after delivering a really technical show while the Italian rider Alessandro Barbero ranked 3rd despite his awesome Front Flip No Hander right in front of the audience. The overall ranking goes as follows:

1. Pat Casey (USA)
2. Mark Webb (UK)
3. Alessandro Barbero (IT)
4. Daniel Dhers
5. Drew Bezanson
6. Todd Mayn
7. JB Peytavit
8. Dean Cueson

Even if you are not really into BMX you’ll still notice that the sport has been taken to another level over the last few years and if you are into it you’ll be amazed by the riding level in this final session. If you have the chance turn up the volume right now and you should be able to almost feel the atmosphere during the finals of the BMX competition:

We didn’t only support FISE 2011 but we had a booth there where everyone was invited to test their strength and win some Arnette goodies. You gotta love how the kids went for it!



There will be more video highlights available in the next couple of days. We’ll keep you posted for sure!

]]> Tue, 07 Jun 2011 06:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[Rendezvous in Montpellier: Arnette Supports FISE]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/rendez-vous-in-montpellier/ It's common knowledge that the French are gourmets when it comes to the culinary arts.  FISE shows us that they also have the ability to whip up some pretty tasty action sports entertainment!

From June 1st - 5th, Montpellier is the place to be!  La crème de la crème of the action sports world will come together at FISE to compete in a variety of disciplines including Skateboarding, BMX, Wakeboarding, Mountain Biking and Inline Skating.  In addition to top pros, amateurs also have the chance to take part in their own category.

Last year FISE attracted approximately 350,000 spectators and 1,500 athletes, which means this is a pretty major happening in the South of France - and it's free to get in.  Here's a look at the competition venues:

The Street Course

The Mountain Bike Course

The Wake Course

Aside from all the shredding, the crowds are guaranteed to have a great time with DJ's and live music pumping all 5 days.  Plus, in keeping with the "green" movement, FISE is an eco-conscious event that will employ a variety of environmentally friendly technologies and materials.

There are so many good reasons to pack your bag and head to Montpellier for FISE!  But if you can't make it, don't worry because you can still catch all the action via a live stream on the FISE website.

Here's a look at what went down last year:


For more info check out the FISE website and Facebook page. 

Nous nous réjouissons de vous voir à Montpellier!

]]> Tue, 24 May 2011 15:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[Skateboard CLASH 2011 - results of the madness]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/clash-2011-results/ This weekend Skatehalle Berlin became Europe's centre of skateboarding. At the end of the day Axel Cruysberghs from Belgium climbed the podium's top spot, taking home the biggest share of the 12.500 € price money. The remaining two spots went to Flip wonderboy Louie Lopez from California and Stuttgart's Lem Villemin. Renton Millar from Australia won the Vert Jam, followed by local Jürgen Horrwarth finishing second on his own ramp. Finland’s Jussi Korhonen got third.

Skateboarders from all over Europe showcased what is possible in the Skatehalle Berlin. Lem Villemin returned after last year's heavy knee injury and Louie Lopez pleased the crowd and judges with popping full cab flips. Axel Cruysberghs displaying that eventually he is not little anymore: impossible lipslides and backtail 270's up the rail should be proof enough.

The Death or Glory Bowljam presented by Zimtstern had already gone down late on Saturday. With sweat and adrenalin soaking the air and an electrified crowd densely packed on the decks. Young Curren Caples from Ventura, California stoked out everyone, putting Jürgen Horrwarth – once again – in a close second place, followed by Frenchman Julien Benoliel.

The Vert Jam turned into a big showdown between buddies Jürgen Horrwarth and Renton Millar. Both threw various 540's almost up to the roof, smacked madonnas and body jars on the coping, rambled grinds through the rugged pool coping corner and slid liptricks spanning almost all of the ramp. A photofinish so to say, with Renton's flip to five-o making the difference.

What else? Cash and Arnette shades for tricks!

Hammers upon hammers: Back to back flip frontblunt down the ledge by Eniz Fazilov and switch backside noseblunts by Pete Eldridge!! Any questions!? Check the first teaser to sneak a peek at the madness:

We'll keep you posted soon on more flicks to leave you breathless.

Thanks to everyone that made this possible. What a crew...

G'night!

]]> Mon, 23 May 2011 12:30:00 +0000 <![CDATA[We love Skateboarding. We take care of Skateboarding. Arnette Europe supports MARVS Skate Crew!]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/arnette-supports-marvs-skate-crew/

Rounding things up from last year’s IN YOUR FACE Video Contest we’re now supporting some guys of the Munich Crew with another project. Jonas Rosenbauer and Conny Mirbach who competed in Arnette’s video contest last summer are also filming for a young, fresh and motivated movie project from Munich – the MARVS. We’re very happy to support the crew and help them produce their new movie – the successor of last year’s: Just Marvelous!

We’ll keep you posted with all news about the crew and tease you with little edits of trips and contest here and there. In the meantime enjoy the trailer of Just Marvelous:

Keen on the full blast of Just Marvelous? Visit their Vimeo channel for the full movie:

http://vimeo.com/marvs

Here is some smooth action of Conny Mirbach:

Those guys are the heads behind and also in front of the cameras: Adrian and Tommy messing around.

Of course the crew does socialize. So do that too and follow them:

http://www.facebook.com/marvstv

 

]]> Wed, 20 Apr 2011 12:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[Arnette Eyewear Welcomes Mark Appleyard]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/arnette-eyewear-welcomes-mark-appleyard/ Arnette Eyewear is proud to announce that Mark Appleyard has officially joined the family as our newest team rider.

"I wear sunglasses all the time so it just made sense to get down with Arnette," Appleyard says. "The shades are real tight, some of my homies are on the team, and Duffy is the man."

Welcome aboard, Apples!

Video by: Jason Grillo

]]> Mon, 11 Apr 2011 08:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[Arnette is proud sponsor of the Skatehalle Berlin and the legendary Skateboard CLASH 2011!]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/Arnette-proud-sponsor-of-Skatehalle-Berlin-and-Clash-2011/ The CLASH, which is entering into its seventh year from May 20th – 22nd, is where Europe’s skateboard-elite reunites every year. Thanks to the chilled out atmosphere a couple of special guests from all over the world always make their way to Berlin-Friedrichshain each year. More than 100 riders have been invited to participate in a few weeks time. But not only some of the guests that will be competing for 12 500 USD prize money are worth a visit. After a four year break the vert-competition is also celebrating its comeback. Jürgen Horrwarth is giving Europe's largest ramp a few polishing touches while Lennie Burmeister is taking care of the street course and the bowl which are both being treated with a special facelift. Having these legends take care of the Skatehalle Berlin this event will be a blast for sure.

Lennie invites you all!

There will be plenty of exciting competition formats this year – all of them will be rider driven and designed. The invited riders alone can guarantee for electrifying vibes and the sensational crowd of Germany’s capital will do the rest to make it an amazing event. Once you are there don’t miss out on the cash-for-tricks session on selected street course obstacles like the brand new Arnette ledge!

So proud on this beauty. Be ready, get creative on Sunday afternoon and bag some cash!

For more info you can always check:

http://europe.arnette.com/blog

http://www.facebook.com/arnette.eu

http://skatehalle-berlin.de/

]]> Wed, 06 Apr 2011 07:00:00 +0000 <![CDATA[The Berrics recruit Luis Tolentino]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/luis-tolentino-berrics-recruit/ The Berrics has become a synanamous with good, quality skateboarding. With top level pros from all walks off life chomping at the bit to skate the private park and be featured on the website, it's no easy feat to be recognizied by such elite company. But, our very own Luis Tolentino has done just that, and today we found out that he is now an official Berrics recruit! Congrats Luis!

Here are some video snippets, but head to the Berrics for the full goods.

]]> Tue, 05 Apr 2011 10:18:05 +0000 <![CDATA[Our Pro Skate team shreds with the Sucihi Crew. Check it out to WIN a goodie bag...]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/in-your-face-skate-winners-pro-skaters-marathon-private-session-part-2/ The Sucihi boys as they are known were the lucky winners of a contest organized by Arnette Europe, where teams activated up to four participants, grabbed a videographer and set out to make the best skate section imaginable-which was then voted on by the public. Needless to say, the Sucihi boys were pretty solid and held their own when they met up with our seasoned skate vets and Arnette Family members Willy Santos, Pat Duffy, Danny Supa and newcoming young buck Ryan Decenzo. What follows below is all the action that took place and some pretty insane skating to say the least.

There are five sequences of Ryan Decenzo and the first four people to head over to our Facebook page and correctly name the tricks will be the lucky winners of an Arnette goodie bag. Enjoy the images from the day! 

This one is a Wall Ride, obviously. But can you head over to our Facebook and tell us the five below?

Supa.

Duffy.

Duffy takes a shot at the wall.

IN Your Face, some of Barcelona's best.

Decenzo, its not all fun and games.

Willy was ripping to say the least...

Willy giving Ryan some props and saying, "hey man, let's see that one more time".

Supa contemplates his approach.

Yeah Supa!!!

Willy Santos. Man, myth and legend. 

Pat Duffy.

Supa signing his life away...

Pre sesh office banter with Joe Freitag, Pat Duffy, Willy Santos and Ryan Decenzo.

The Sucihi boys were psyched on our building.

Our A-Team grinds some Wahoos.

Until next time Sucihi crew, have a safe flight home.

PHOTOS: CARL STEINDLER/ARNETTE

]]> Wed, 12 Jan 2011 20:26:17 +0000 <![CDATA[Want to win a Hallows Eve Bowl Bash official T-shirt?]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/twitter-contest-hallows-bowl-bash-tshirt/ Tell us, what trick would you have done in the Bowl at the Hallows Eve Bash?

Were you one of the unfortunate ones who could not attend our Bowl Bash and therefore missed all of the action? Well, if so, we are sorry and wanted to give you a chance to still be a part of our wonderful event by owning a piece of it that you can pridefully wear anytime you want. The rules are simple, just watch the video below and visit us on Twitter, become a follower and then tell us what trick you would have done in the bowl had you been in the contest. Easy enough, right?

Get on it ASAP as supplies are limited and we know that these bad boys will not last long. All answers must include @arnetteeyewear in their tweeted replies. Cheers!

This guy tried a Misty Flip, what about you?

]]> Mon, 08 Nov 2010 22:02:59 +0000 <![CDATA[Hallows Eve Bowl Bash recap Video]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/hallows-eve-bowl-bash-recap-video/ It was a perfect night to hold a skate competition, the sun was setting and the kids ready to rip. Just two nights before Halloween so we knew when we asked people to show up in costume our request would be granted. Is there anything more rad than watching a tiny little grom boost out of the bowl wearing a Spongebob outfit? I'm hard pressed to find something cooler, but, there was something better than the costumes. It was the technical level of skating that went down for our Hallows Eve Bowl Bash. Although Josh Sandoval took the Pro divison, Kiko Franciso definitely did not disappoint when he conquered the Groms and Lizze Armanto not only took the Girls division but turned heads when she stepped it up and competed in the Sponsored Pro as well. The night was truly amazing, and if you don't believe us then look no further than the video evidence below. Not to mention Danny Supa, Willy Santos and Pat Duffy showed up to be guest judges so everybody was skating extra hard trying to impress those hero's.

Big thanks to the City of Lake Forest, Etnies Skatepark and of course Slush Puppie for supplying insane slushies and free nachos with popcorn. I still have a tummy ache. Also, for an extended gallery visiit us on Facebook. Hope you all had a happy Halloween.

]]> Fri, 05 Nov 2010 16:33:54 +0000 <![CDATA[Josh "Screech" Sandoval wins the Hallows Eve Bowl Bash ]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/screech-sandoval-hallows-eve-bowl-bash/ It was a perfect night to hold a skate competition, the sun was setting and the kids ready to rip. Just two nights before Halloween so we knew when we asked people to show up in costume our request would be granted. Is there anything more rad than watching a tiny little grom boost out of the bowl wearing a Spongebob outfit? I'm hard pressed to find something cooler, but, there was something better than the costumes. It was the technical level of skating that went down for our Hallows Eve Bowl Bash. Although Josh Sandoval took the Pro divison, Kiko Franciso definitely did not disappoint when he conquered the Groms and Lizze Armanto not only took the Girls division but turned heads when she stepped it up and competed in the Sponsored Pro as well. The night was truly amazing, and if you don't believe us then look no further than the photos below. Not to mention Danny Supa, Willy Santos and Pat Duffy showed up to be guest judges so everybody was skating extra hard trying to impress those hero's.

Big thanks to the City of Lake Forest, Etnies Skatepark and of course Slush Puppie for supplying insane slushies and free nachos with popcorn. I still have a tummy ache. Also, for an extended gallery visiit us on Facebook. Hope you all had a happy Halloween. 

Pat Duffy getting his groove on pre-judging duties. 

Willy Santos with Willy Jr.

The Slush Puppie machine had just about every flavor known to man!

Kickflip for free Arnette swag.

These groms had to down a slush puppie for free grip tape...the banana quit with a headache!

Duffy shows off his nachos and cheese.

Groms show off their grip tape.

Ready...Set...Go!!!!

Kiko Francisco, first place grom.

Chance Power, Kiko Francisco and Julian Torres.

Screech walked away with a cool $200 to celebrate his Halloween. That buys a lot of candy and soda!

Women's winner Lizze Armanto showing the sponsored division what she's made of.

Misty flip anyone. If he would have stuck this I think he would've walked away with best trick.

The judges, Danny Supa, Pat Duffy and Willy Santos probably worked harder than anyone!

Mens winners. Sick shades Screech but you best throw those away and wear your new Arnette's. Untill next year...

PHOTOS: CARL STEINDLER/ARNETTE

]]> Tue, 02 Nov 2010 00:56:15 +0000 <![CDATA[Hallows Eve Bowl Bash Contest]]> http://www.arnette.com/blog/hallows-eve-bowl-bash/ Arnette is proud to present the "Hallows Eve Bowl Bash" going down Friday, October 29th at the Etnies skatepark in Lake Forest. Come dressed in your best Halloween costume for your chance to win some rad prizes from us. See attached flyer for division information and corresponding monies to be won. We hope to see you all there, that is, unless you're too scared...

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