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Mark Appleyard Soul Rebel Video Part

Tue, 18 Jun 2013 10:51:59 +0000

On Saturday, our boy Mark Appleyard dropped his video section in “Soul Rebel” on TheBerrics.com. Mark has been in the skateboarding game along time and continues to drop amazing video parts. This is his best one to date! Please sit back and enjoy what we would all like to do one day, but will never accomplish because Appleyard has some mad skills.

Sage Toss

Wed, 12 Jun 2013 22:51:59 +0000

Sage Kotsenburg was getting chased by his buddy flying 80’ through the air, and threw his GoPro at him, and he caught it!

Mason Ho in West OZ

Tue, 11 Jun 2013 12:54:21 +0000

Mason Ho made his annual trip to West Oz with “The Prophet” Kevin Sullivan and scored. This is part 1 of “Prophet Series” and you better stay tuned for me.

http://burgerinparadise.com/2013/prophetseries-pt-1/

Stax Clip Of The Day

Thu, 18 Apr 2013 12:30:13 +0000

Check out this super stylish & massive backside 540 that Sam Taxwood just got on Snowboarder Magazine’s infamous “Clip Of The Day”.

Strap'd Up With Niko Cioffi

Sat, 13 Apr 2013 08:51:09 +0000

Strap’d Up has been cranking out the video contests with our team riders. This last time it was with Niko Cioffi for the best “frontside 540”, which he’s got the smoothest style on. Check out that episode:

http://strapdup.com/video/XXAY9N7YGB1X/Strapd-Up-Video-Magazine-Vol5

Here’s the results from that round:

http://strapdup.com/cioffi.php

Ben Bogart Getting Buck at Park City

Fri, 05 Apr 2013 10:39:33 +0000

When things are getting buck, you can bet Ben Bogart will be there. He linked up with the “Change That Tape” posse at Park City, click on the link to check it out:

http://www.yobeat.com/2013/03/28/change-that-tape-park-city-buck-wild/

Arnette Street Fighter II Tournament Recap

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 09:54:21 +0000

This past Friday, the Arnette Encinitas retail store hosted a great event. We collaborated with Willy Santos to bring a Street Fighter II arcade tournament to the store, as well as open skating in the Arnette parking lot. Wahoo’s catered the event and Boom Headphones provided music.

Those who did not want to skate were able to enter and compete in the SFII tournament for free with the opportunity to win some great prizes! Check out the video re-cap. Willy Santos and Pat Duffy attended and gave the crowd a little skate demo!

Ethan Deiss at Trollhaugen

Fri, 29 Mar 2013 15:54:21 +0000

Flat light don’t stop Ethan Deiss. He laps Trollhaugen, he has fun, anytime. See it.

Think Thank Life Hammers

Wed, 27 Mar 2013 10:54:21 +0000

Think Thank just went out to the “Near Canada Open” back East, and hit some other spots and events too, basically getting Life Hammers. Check out our am Stefan Krumm and his homeys having some fun!

http://www.snowboardermag.com/exclusives/lib-tech-and-think-thanks-life-hammers/

Sierra Feller Firing Line

Wed, 20 Mar 2013 10:54:21 +0000

Check out Sierra Fellers Firing Line…

Jib Party in Utah Rail Gardens

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 09:54:21 +0000

The Utah Rail Gardens is a legendary spot for urban snowboarding, and becoming a legendary spot for the VG crew to party once a year, sort of. Recently the guys threw together an impromptu session, which Sam Taxwood & Spencer Schubert joined in on. Check out some clips of this loose jib party!

http://vgsnow.com/3rd-not-so-annual-party-at-the-gardens/

New Park City Rail

Mon, 11 Mar 2013 09:54:21 +0000

Attention all snow-bro jibbers! There is a new triple-set kink rail at Park City that you need to session. Check out their new DFDFD feature.

Rob Darden Tech Trick

Fri, 08 Mar 2013 19:41:31 +0000

Rob Darden breaks it down and makes a tech trick look super simple. Learn a new bike trick on the Network A channel "Getting Awesome with Ryan Nyquist" .

Niko Strapd Up Contest

Thu, 07 Mar 2013 09:54:21 +0000

Niko Cioffi may be best known for his creative & stylish urban snowboarding, but he’s got one of the best Frontside 540’s around. He recently teamed up with Strap’d Up for their March video contest, which he’ll vote on the best video submitted for… you guessed it, a Frontside 540! His favorite will win cash, fame, and some smooth Arnette gear. So start filming!

CLick here for details!

Strapd Up Dylan Winners

Wed, 06 Mar 2013 09:54:21 +0000

The voting is finished, and our AM Dylan Dragotta chose the winners to his Strap’d Up “Best Line” video contest. Check out the lines, they are firey!

Click here to see the videos!

Red Gerard Video Edit

Tue, 05 Mar 2013 09:54:21 +0000

Just another random day at the park with 12 year old Red Gerard. Check out his style on the frontside 720, the tuck-knee is bawes!

Mason Ho Surfer Magazine Interview

Thu, 28 Feb 2013 09:54:21 +0000

Want to know what it was like for Mason Ho to grow up in a legendary family? Want to see why Mason just loves surfing? Check out this edit by Surfer Magazine.

http://www.surfermag.com/videos/on-the-rocks/

Am Blake Edit

Wed, 27 Feb 2013 09:49:29 +0000

One of our product-flowed AMs may be stepping up to the team soon if he keeps dropping edits like this… BLAKE PAYNE!!!

http://www.yobeat.com/2013/02/26/bring-the-blake-payne/

The Union Interviews Catfish

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 08:54:21 +0000

If you ride BMX, then you should know about our crazy dude Catfish. If for some reason you don’t, read this interview from THE UNION and get yourself learned.

Through The Lens: Catching Up with Catfish

If you ride BMX, you know who Catfish is…If you don’t, you are blowin’ it and need to get caught up and that’s where this interview comes in. I’ve been fortunate enough to be able to call Catfish a friend for years now and it’s always a pleasure to get to hang with him. I noticed he was in Cali for a visit after kind of going M.I.A for a while in Spain and I was determined to chill with him and find out what the hell he has been up to so I hit him up a few days ago and we made it happen. He is the type of person that runs his life according to a very loose schedule and has one goal and that is to have fun. His BMX roots date back to the late 80’s, he has been an announcer at nearly every single major BMX event in recent years and has seen some of the most progressive riding to date with his own eyes contest after contest. If you haven’t seen him on TV announcing a contest you may have caught him on an episode of his own show “Strangers in Danger” with his co-star and BMX legend Mike “Rooftop” Escamilla. Either way, Catfish is one person that genuinely loves riding and truly understands what it’s all about. Sit back, relax and enjoy a little sarcasm from the man himself.

How about you let everyone know your name, age, hometown and sponsors.
My name is Sir Zachary Alexander Catfish Catfish Yankush III Esquire. My hometown is Youngstown, Ohio and my sponsors are DK Bicycles, Monster Energy, Fox, Arnette Eyewear, Nooka Watches, DC shoes, and Bogiatiland Crew.

Rooftop and Catfish doing a doubles run on each other’s bikes.

So, Mr. Catfish, what the hell has been going on lately man? Please  take this time to fill the world in on what you have been up to.
I’ve been enjoying my life, traveling a bit, taking a bit of a vacation from my existing vacation called life. I have also been riding as much as I can and trying to smile even more than that.

For those out there who don’t know; who is Catfish?
Catfish is the funniest person I know. He’s also the best BMX rider I have ever seen. I heard from the ladies that he is also an amazing lover with a huge penis.

How long have you been riding BMX? I know that I have seen you post some old throwbacks of you as a young kid on a bike.
I started riding back in 1985. I got my first official BMX bike in ‘87. I have been in the game for a while now.

What first got you into riding?
I remember seeing a BMX magazine and thinking that the tricks looked so impossible. I remember seeing a bar ride and thinking to myself that the rider must have a “locking stem” to keep the bars straight. I don’t even know what a locking stem is. Ha-ha.

What was it like growing up as a BMX’er in Ohio?
It was awesome. I am actually really glad that I grew up there. It made me appreciate so many aspects about BMX. I had a really good crew of older riders that I hung with that took me under their wings. There were also contests that brought a lot of the Ohio guys together. Ohio is such a hot bed for so many good BMX riders that I think a lot of people forget about. Guys like Colin Winklemann, Nate Wessel, Scott Powell, Dave Shaffer, guys that I not only looked up to but I am friends with.

A few of the many tats that cover Catfish including a frog hanging from his nipple.

Most people know you as the guy that announces a lot of the major  contests but you also have a few other roles in BMX. Care to explain?
I announce a lot of events but I have been involved with DK bikes for over ten years. That’s where everything really started for me as far as being in the “Industry”. I got hired at DK to manage the stunt team and that grew into team manager. Now I am kind of rider/personality/lunatic guy at DK.

What is new over at DK? I know that I have heard about a few changes  going on over there.
There is so much going on with DK. The thing that I am the most stoked on is the fact that DK is really going hard getting quality BMX bikes into the hands of kids that normally wouldn’t have a chance. DK is now available at some chain stores and to be able to produce a quality BMX bike at a reasonable price that isn’t going to break after riding it one time is hard. The fact that a kid can buy a Drew Bezanson complete bike with chromoly bars, forks, and frame with a 25/9 gearing for less than $250 bucks is crazy. These are the same kids that bought a BMX bike and broke it the next day. BMX getting bigger means BMX is getting better.

Speaking of DK, you recently met up with Brett at the rehabilitation  facility that he is at in Texas I believe. How is he doing? I know that  you have a crazy close connection to Brett and that you really helped  to shape the person he is today so that whole situation must be tough to  handle.
Brett is getting better every single day. His progress is so inspiring. When I saw him he was basically comatose. It broke my heart. This is my best friend and at times literally my son, as I would have legal guardian status over him when we would travel. The whole situation is one of the hardest things that I have ever had to deal with. For starters I was in Spain when it happened. So just the communication of what was going on was driving me crazy. Then after I saw him, I lost it…like really in my mind lost my shit. That was the point that I was basically like fuck the world. My best friend is not coming out of that bed. I didn’t go to Interbike because I couldn’t deal with people asking me about him. I was pretty much so angry and upset that I wanted to block it all out. I got back to Spain and then I saw the video of Brett walking. I was so blown away. That’s when I knew he would be ok. Up to that point I really thought my little buddy was gone. After I saw the ARF video, I knew Brett was going to kick this things ass. He has always been the strongest most persistent person I have known. If he wanted to do something or learn a trick, he was going to do it. That’s the approach he is taking with his rehab. He is going to get back on that bike. Shout out to my homie Brett.

Catfish showing off his new Instagram photo shot by Rooftop.

How did you originally get into announcing?
I started announcing contests back at my local skate parks Section 8 and Chenga World. From there is has just grown into an international incident. My big break came from Nate Wessel to announce the X Games a few years back.

What is the best part about it?
Knowing that I have the ability to get the riders pumped up. I can get a crowd going crazy with positive energy. Then I can take that energy and zap a rider with it.

What is the worst part about it?
Long days and losing my voice.

What is the next contest you are announcing?
There is a contest that Monster Energy is doing in Holland in January. I’ll be all up in that.

You have announced a ton of contests in the past few years and BMX has  happened to progress at an alarming rate. What is it like being at the  forefront of progression and watching it all unfold right in front of  you?
It’s the best part about BMX. If you are a rider, an announcer, or just a spectator, YOU ARE A PART OF IT. BMX has gotten so insane over the last five years or so and I think there are a lot of factors that go into it but watching new tricks get pulled live at a contest is just the best. BMX history is constantly getting re-written and it’s awesome.

Catfish got a flat while shooting so he made the best of it and put his front wheel to good use.

You are no stranger to quite literally traveling the globe. Please  explain how much you have traveled in the past five years.
Wow. Yeah, I have travelled quite a bit. I will say this right now that traveling is the most important part of BMX. Anyone that has traveled because of this little bike will tell you the same thing. BMX has taken me to some of the craziest places and introduced me to some of the most amazing people. Man just in the last five years I have probably been to over sixty countries. Riding my bicycle in every single one of them. I have never been without my bike on any trip. Bicycles make seeing everything so much easier. I would hate to go to a city without a bike. Fuck walking.

How was it having your own television show “Strangers in Danger” with a  legend like Mike “Rooftop” Escamilla? I say “was” because you mentioned  there being no more seasons after the first two right?
It was incredible. I mean…of course it would have been awesome to do it with someone else but to be able to share all those insane experiences with a good friend AND a hero is just priceless.  We had so many good times filming the show. We are contracted for 5 seasons but I think Fuel TV is going a different direction with programming so we might be done. Granted that could change tomorrow and I can be on a plane to the South Pole.

How did that all come about anyways?
I have a good friend at Fuel TV named Sonnie Solberg. She hit me up about an audition for a TV show in Hollywood that I should go to. I had never been to a real audition and I was reluctant but she insisted. I went to the audition and got the part right there on the spot. The executive producer asked me if I knew any other BMX riders that might be a good fit for the show and I gave them Rooftops info. Three weeks later we were filming the pilot in Vietnam.

What are three things about the show that would surprise people?
1. That there are only four people on the road with us. Myself, Mike, the director Brian, and the lead camera man Erik.
2. Some of the bits weren’t planned and we literally just made them up on the spot.
3. It’s not all glamour and glitz and being on a TV show isn’t always what its cracked up to be.

You pretty much barfed in every episode so at some point, you had to be  sick of puking. Was all of the food you were eating really that gnarly?
I have a really weak stomach anyways. For example I have thrown up from smelling farts. So when I am sitting down to eat something that I know is gnarly it’s just too much for my head. I can swallow it, but it always comes back up.

Since Strangers in Danger is done at the moment; what’s next?
Just kinda’ chilling for a little bit. I’ll be back in Cali for a couple weeks in January getting my reel together and maybe hit up some auditions.

If anyone has kept up on your #barcelonadogoftheday posts on Instagram it’s obvious  that you have been spending quite a bit of time in Spain. What’s the deal?
I’ve been in Spain on and off since May. Anyone that has been to Barcelona knows how amazing it is for a BMX rider. The spots, the people, the girls, the food, the parties…everything is top notch. I like to surround myself with positivity and Spain is full of it.

What country do you prefer living in?
I like Spain better than the States just because the people genuinely seem happier.

How long can you stay over there at a time? What kind of visa do you have?
I honestly have no idea. I am just running it. I have a couple passports so if something gets weird with one. I pull the ‘ole switch-a-roo.

What brought you back to the States this past trip?
Christmas. I came back to see the fam in Ohio and made sure that I had a week in California to ride and cause problems.

You used to live at the OSS house when you last lived in Cali and you’re  staying there now while you visit. Entertain us with a good Adam22 and Chris Long story.
Oh wow. There are so many of them. I don’t even know where to start. I don’t want anyone to go to jail. Um…one time I brought them both to China. We got wasted at a Hooters and when we left there were all these Styrofoam coolers outside and we started throwing them at each other. All of a sudden Chris grabs one and starts running at a random woman that was tying her shoe. She never even saw him coming. I then watched Chris break a cooler over a strange Chinese woman’s back. She was so scared that she jumped up and started hitting Chris with her purse and it was one of the most amazing things that I have ever seen. On that same trip Chris was smoking a blunt on the Great Wall of China and some dipshit American and his 70-year-old parents tried to call us out. Chris basically told him he would knock him the fuck out right here on the Great Wall. Totally ruining their experience. That was awesome.

So, some might say you’re living the dream and from what I can tell, it  looks to be that way. What kind of advice do you have for young kids  looking to make a name for themselves in BMX without having to be a pro  rider?
Just have fun! Immerse yourself in the culture of BMX. Make as many friends as you can. BMX is so small that pissing off one person can come back to haunt you. You can be the best rider with all the best tricks and be an asshole and you’ll get nowhere. You see so much talent in BMX today, you need to look at yourself like a brand. If you aren’t marketing yourself right…fix it.

How about we talk tattoos since it has become something you are  definitely known for. Collecting some rad pieces along the way seems  like an awesome way to remember each trip you have been on. What was your first tattoo?
I got a little circle on my ankle when I was in high school and yes, I thought I was so cool. Ha-Ha.

How many do you have?
147 now.

What’s next on the list?
I never really have plans. Most of them are pretty spur of the moment. Maybe I’ll bang a couple out while I’m in the States.

What do you have in store for the upcoming year? You always seem to have some things in the works.
I actually have a lot in the works for 2013. I can’t give out all the information yet but I assure you that 2013 will be the most important year of my life to date. I have a lot of surprises for the world to see when the time is right.

Go ahead and fire out some shout-outs and thanks?
First and foremost thanks to Mom and Pops for always supporting me riding BMX. Thanks to all of my sponsors for allowing me to live this amazing life. DK bicycles and everyone there, Bill, Charlie, Chris, Jered, Trevor, and everyone who has ever been involved with DK. Thank you so much. Monster Energy, Joy, Robbie and FOX Racing. Nooka watches. Big thanks to all of the viewers of Strangers in Danger. Thanks for all the love! All my friends- they know who they are. Thanks to everyone who is passionate about BMX. You Jeremy for this interview, Mexican people, Spanish people and all of my homies in BCN. Fernando Gomarin, Ema Scutella, and girls everywhere.

Last words?
Never stop asking questions and never stop having fun.

Feel free to follow Catfish and his daily adventures on Instagram @catfishvsthug and Twitter @catfishcatfish and also check out his website www.catfishcatfish.com

Catfish will always be someone that I look up to for the simple fact that he lives his life according to his rules, and that’s what it’s all about. Life is too short to live any other way. Hopefully you learned a bit about who Catfish is and enjoyed a glimpse into his world. Be sure to check back next Wednesday for the forty-fifth edition of Through the Lens and as always feel free to leave any questions in the comments section or email me at info@jeremypavia.com and I will hit you back as soon as I can. Feel free to follow me on Twitter and Instagram @jeremypavia.

Brewer and T9 Trip

Tue, 12 Feb 2013 13:54:21 +0000

Last winter the Technine snowboard team traveled to a deep zone in Canada to find new urban spots to film at. Andrew Brewer joined them and got some great shots, shown in this photo and video recap on Snowboarder Magazine’s website.

heavy consequences on this long wooden boardslide

big ollie to this dicey parking barrier

celebrating a successful trip

Strap'd up Lazz

Wed, 06 Feb 2013 09:49:29 +0000

Strap’d Up Video Magazine Vol. 3 is out! Our badboy Johnny Lazz is the host of this issue, and had a contest for riders to upload their best “cab 270” to http://strapdup.com/. He judged his favorites here: http://strapdup.com/lazz.php

Zeke Lau Strange Brains

Tue, 29 Jan 2013 09:49:29 +0000

Zeke Lau just release his Strange Brains video part and it is mental.

Cheeseburger for Wave of The Winter

Thu, 24 Jan 2013 09:49:29 +0000

Local charger and Hawaiian rug rat Cheeseburger is nominated for Surfline's “Wave of the Winter” on this bomb at Pipeline a few weeks ago.

Click on the image to watch the video:

Russell Winfield Holiday Hangover Ep. 2

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 10:49:29 +0000

Everybody has benefited from Dr. King’s efforts. Just think, without him the legend Russell Winfield may have never been able to show you kids how to have a good time!

The aftermath of the holidays are hard on everyone. DZ:MA "Holiday Hangover" shows you how black Santa self-medicates his post traumatic christmas syndrome.

Jake Weimer Changing It Up

Wed, 16 Jan 2013 15:32:44 +0000

Jake Weimer had another strong finish in Phoenix, AZ this weekend in sixth place. He has gone through a big change in sponsors this year and we are excited to be one of them!

Watch the video here!

Mason Ho Wing Chun

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 14:49:29 +0000

The waves have not been good on the North Shore lately, so Mason and his filmier had some free time to bust out another sick edit. There’s a few special guest appearances by our very own Cheeseburger (Mason’s best friend), his dad, Uncle Mike and Dane Reynolds. Mason calls this “Wing Chun” and we're not sure why.

Watch it on Surfing Magazine!

Unemployed Tour

Mon, 14 Jan 2013 10:49:29 +0000

A road trip with Chippa Wilson and friends. When the company you represent pulls the plug, sometimes it's best to get outta the city.

Jordan Michilot 2012 Season Edit

Fri, 11 Jan 2013 10:49:29 +0000

Our casual am Jordan Michilot from Minnesota has his 2012 season edit online. Give’r a look

How To Nollie with Brian Kachinsky

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 10:49:29 +0000

Learn how to do the "Nollie" of BMX with Brian Kachinsky!

http://thecomeup.com/videos/tcu-premiere-how-to-nollie-with-brian-kachinsky/

Red Gerard Early Season Edit

Wed, 02 Jan 2013 10:57:50 +0000

Don’t let his short stature fool you, 12 year old Red Gerard is a snowboarder to watch out for. Here’s an early season edit from his brother, and damn it is legit!

Video!

Josh Kerr Behind the Scenes at The Pipe Masters

Thu, 13 Dec 2012 14:57:50 +0000

Check out the behind the scenes look at Josh Kerr preparing for “The Pipe Masters.” Josh was on fire and took a lot of gas at the same time. Click on the image to watch the video.

Lick the Cat Posse

Thu, 06 Dec 2012 13:10:00 +0000

They’re back for Season 2!!! The ‘Lick The Cat’ posse has everything what you want, and nothing what you expect. Our riders Sage Kotsenburg, Sam Taxwood, Spencer Schubert, Ben Bilodeau, Blaze Kotsenburg, and some more of their crew show how much fun they have had at Park City Mountain Resort so far this winter. Noice!

Ethan Deiss invited into X-Games Real Snow

Tue, 04 Dec 2012 07:10:00 +0000

Yep, Furby AKA the Boss of Osceola AKA Ethan Deiss, just was publically announced that he’s invited into X-Games Real Snow this year! Transworld Snowboarding Announcement!

Rob Darden Killing it at DB Dirt Circus Jam

Mon, 03 Dec 2012 13:10:00 +0000

Rob Darden went to the 1st annual DB Dirt Circus Jam in Pittsboro, NC and killed it. Check out some of his stuff in this edit; he’s so good! Click HERE!

Robbie Maddison Racer X Films

Tue, 06 Nov 2012 09:21:28 +0000

Robbie Maddison having some fun in his own backyard. Don't we all wish our backyards looked like this?

Watch the Video HERE: http://www.racerxonline.com/2012/11/04/racer-x-films-robbie-maddison

DTTD San Francisco Recap

Thu, 01 Nov 2012 13:21:28 +0000

This past weekend San Francisco went crazy. On Saturday they hosted the 2nd Downtown Throwdown, which was at the Civic Center again. We had a few riders in it: Andrew Brewer, Nial Romanek, & Sammy Spiteri. Sammy was killing it and then slammed pretty hard and ruined his shoulder. Andrew got his fingers run over and nearly bled to death but got back up and landed himself on the podium. Nial was the biggest boss of them all, and did a never before seen in competition rail move: it was something like a nollie fs 180 to switch nosepress. …pretty difficult, which the judges rewarded him as the winner. The next day the SF Giants won the world series too, so everybody in the area had a great time!

Have a look at some of the video footage here:

Snowboarder Magazine’s video; (spoiler alert, at 3:25 there’s an interview with the winner)

Edit by Paul Heran and Colton Morgan- http://www.yobeat.com/2012/10/30/bhappys-dttd2012-video/ or at http://snowboarding.transworld.net/1000188186/videos/2012-downtown-throwdown-from-san-francisco/

Creating the Nick Visconti Sequence Cover

Tue, 30 Oct 2012 10:06:06 +0000

Nick Visconti just got another cover! This time it’s on Sequence, and it’s a special edition “School Diary” hardbound. Check out how they did it!

ESPN interview Chippa Wilson

Wed, 24 Oct 2012 13:54:50 +0000

Check out Chippa Wilson’s interview on ESPN. He talks about where his surfing influences come from, where surfing is going and where he sees his future in surfing. It’s a dope segment!

Click HERE to watch:

Multiple Personality Disorder Episode 3

Tue, 23 Oct 2012 12:07:22 +0000

Chippa Wilson, Mason Ho and Zeke Lau trade off grinding left tubes at a novelty left in Nicaragua. If they did not make the drop then their body was getting dragged across an urchin filled bottom. Unfortunately, Nathan did not make the trip, but you will see he was pulling into some massive tubes and doing some huge man hacks.

Todd Richards stops by Arnette office

Fri, 19 Oct 2012 12:07:22 +0000

Our very own Todd Richards takes a tour of the Arnette shop off the South Coast of Highway 101. Richards walks you around the shop to show off fresh product, old school memorabilia from some of Arnette's best, the arcade games and the mini ramp - pretty AWSM setup

I Ride Park City shots of Sam Taxwood

Thu, 18 Oct 2012 09:02:02 +0000

Here’s the newest leak from “IRPC” with a ton of shots from Sam Taxwood!

Birds of a Shitfeather video teaser

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 14:02:02 +0000

Not all snowboarding is a glossy extreme games tv show. There are still some riders who live the punkrock lifestyle from winter’s past, when energy drinks were whiskey, and double-corks were just a joke in a videogame. Well, there are still some badboys out there; dudes like Andrew Brewer, Danny Buller, & Zander Blackmon.
Here’s a little teaser at what’s to come: (warning: boobs & party)

Multiple Personality Disorder -Episode 1 from Arnette on Vimeo.

Multiple Personality Disorder Episode 2

Tue, 16 Oct 2012 10:02:02 +0000

The second episode of “Multiple Personality Disorder” called “The Drive” has launched! In this episode, the boys were determined to find waves. Despite the Arnette team winding up on a long and terrible road dodging monkey feces, they eventually find waves deep in the jungle.

Sam Taxwood - Clip of the Day

Fri, 05 Oct 2012 06:00:00 +0000

Our Am rider Sam Taxwood just got the “Clip of the Day” at Snowboarder Magazine! Check that steez, so smooth!

Snowboarder Mag Clip Of The Day: Sam Taxwood from Snowboarder Magazine on Vimeo.

"Multiple Personality Disorder" Trailer Launches Oct. 2nd

Tue, 02 Oct 2012 07:00:00 +0000

We are stoked to announce the launch of “Multiple Personality Disorder,” a Web video series featuring the seven global athletes from our surf team Josh Kerr, Mason Ho, Freddy Patacchia, Ford Archbold, Nathan Fletcher, and Ezekiel Lau.

“Multiple Personality Disorder” (MPD) is a three part web series that takes a look into our athletes’ different personalities in and out of the water. The Arnette surf team is a unique crew that always finds new ways to push surfing to the limit with style. MPD will showcase the progressive surfing of the team as they travel through Nicaragua, Mexico, and Samoa, as well as, the multiple personalities of each team member as they interact with each other throughout trip.

The trailer launches on Tuesday Oct. 2nd and a new epsiode gets released every Tuesday with the final episode airing on Oct. 23rd. We’re super pumped on this project so check it out and share it with all your friends.

You know what's even more sick about this whole project? A full-length DVD is set to be released in November 2012. The DVD will have all of the episodes PLUS deleted scenes, outtakes, and bonus clips added in!

So check out the trailer, watch all the videos, see some sick surfing, and trip out on all of the multiple personalities.

Multiple Personality Disorder - Official Trailer from SHORESCREW.com on Vimeo.

In Search of the Moby Trick

Fri, 28 Sep 2012 15:59:00 +0000

Snowboarder Magazine photographer Mike Yoshida is down for us!

Check out the featured video on Snowboarder Magazine!

Summer of 12 year old Red Gerard

Wed, 08 Aug 2012 13:57:49 +0000

What were you doing when you were 12 years old? I bet you were probably playing with dolls or videogames… but not Red Gerard, he’s out snowboarding and showing why he’s on the Arnette National Pro team, ripping airs 10 times his size! He’s having the best summer ever, again, and Yobeat found out how-

Merrill Mini Pipe Contest Coverage

Tue, 07 Aug 2012 17:07:27 +0000

Our zany snow pro Tim Eddy got 2nd place at the Merrill Mini Pipe. He had a ton of fun, check it out:

Click HERE to see the photo gallery from Snowboarder Magazine!

Transworld Snow interviews Robbie Sell

Mon, 06 Aug 2012 11:40:06 +0000

Transworld Snowboard Magazine came by the SIA Tradeshow and had a casual interview with our snowboard marketing dude, Robbie Sell. Click HERE to get a preview of our next snow goggle!

Mike Hornbeck at Evolve Camp

Sat, 04 Aug 2012 10:16:13 +0000

Right now it’s winter in Chile, and Mike Hornbeck is hanging out at with the Evolve Camp crew skiing some powder. Don’t be jealous if you’re sweating away at your summer job, sign up for next year!

Byerly Computer Campaign

Fri, 03 Aug 2012 16:15:26 +0000

Scott Byerly, the Godfather of wakeskating, just got this promo video out on him from ASUS –Zen Book. Take a look to see how he lives and what he does-

Nial on Think Tube

Thu, 05 Jul 2012 04:00:00 +0000

Nial Romanek is a famous tv celebrity now, sort’a. Check out his exclusive teaser for the new Think Thank film “MIND THE VIDEO MAN”.

Russell Winfield and Johnny Lazz video edit

Tue, 15 May 2012 10:50:08 +0000

Arnette is proud to have the active legend Russell Winfield as a brand ambassador. He’s still out there snowboarding and creating relative media around it, following the scene and reminding the kids how it was ‘back in the day’. He linked up with our National Pro Johnny Lazz for the day at Snowboarder Magazine’s SUPERPARK 16, and made up this edit.

Mark Appleyar'd Firing Line 2

Thu, 10 May 2012 16:53:33 +0000

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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Willy Santos Game of Skate and BBQ Highlights

Fri, 13 Apr 2012 17:46:35 +0000

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.

Nick Visconti ReCreation Behind the Scenes Part 2

Mon, 09 Apr 2012 18:15:05 +0000

Nick Visconti is one of the most cerebral and passionate professional snowboarders alive. You can hear it in his voice; watch and listen to him on the final video edit of the ‘behind the scenes’ of his “Recreation” video-part.

ReCreations Behind The Scenes Part 2

The Launch

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 11:33:59 +0000

Arnette has Snowboarder Magazine's "The Launch" handled (it's an 18 & under photoshoot). We have Red Gerard, Sam Taxwood, Broc Waring, Spencer Schubert, & Zander Blackman all killing it on ever feature, leaving photo and videographers scrambling to focus on them. The magazine's print main feature will be out on the shelves next winter, but here are some select photos from day one. Video and photos from the next couple days will be posted daily on their site.

Click here to view more!

Dylan Dragotta in Six Trick Mix

Sat, 31 Mar 2012 11:15:13 +0000

The “Keep The Change” crew put out this Six Trick Mix edit teasing the upcoming release of HOLY SMOKES. Dylan Dragotta got a clip in here with a switch boardslide 270 on a steep set, loaded with style.

Six Trick Mix from VIDEOGRASS on Vimeo.

Nick Visconti ReCreation Behind the Scenes

Fri, 30 Mar 2012 19:27:48 +0000

You saw Nick Visconti’s early release of his videopart on Transworld Snowboarding’s website, now see the first part to what happened behind the scenes in it’s creation.

ReCreation Behind the Scenes

Kevin Jones Full Part in Dobre Hombres Movie

Wed, 28 Mar 2012 19:15:13 +0000

Take a look into the mind of the legend KEVIN JONES.…and check out some of his talents as well.

Nick Visconti Full Video Part in ReCreation

Wed, 07 Mar 2012 17:46:15 +0000

We're happy to present Nick Visconti's full video part, the ReCreation!

Click here for the video!

Nick Visconti Video Part in ReCreation

Mon, 05 Mar 2012 15:46:15 +0000

Nick Visconti’s videopart “ReCreation” is set to premiere on twsnow.com on March 7th. Here’s a “120 seconds” clip with him chatting about it: 120 Seconds

Mason Ho in WQS 6 Star Prime Event

Mon, 27 Feb 2012 14:45:23 +0000

Mason Ho was in Brazil for WQS 6 star prime event. While he was there he decided to document his journey. Mason knows how to be a competitor in his heats and have fun. Check out part 2 of 4 with Mason ripping in all his heats.

King of the Road 2011 Highlights Webisode 4

Mon, 16 Jan 2012 10:56:21 +0000

Lakai packed their van with legends and some young guns, then went for it 110-percent. The assault began in Seattle.

King of the Road 2011 Highlights Webisode 3

Sun, 15 Jan 2012 11:50:46 +0000

The Vans team's approach was to handle mega-tech moves early and then demolish the Denver park. Trujillo, Layton, Crockett, Lutheran, Berle—maybe the most diversely talented squad this year?

King of the Road 2011 Highlights Webisode 2

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 11:35:44 +0000

The King of the Road recipe involves straight-up gnarly skating and full-on weirdness. Insanely brutal challenges and fun dork tricks collide as Nike SB has a blast in Albuquerque.

King of the Road 2011 Highlights Webisode 1

Fri, 13 Jan 2012 16:45:17 +0000

Arnette teamed up with Thrasher Magazine and sponsored the 2011 King of the Road. Each day we’ll be showing you videos of participating team highlights! So check back to see the crazy antic episodes from Vans, Dekline, Lakai, Nike SB.

Here's the first episode highlights from the Dekline team!

Michael Dunphy 2011 Clips

Wed, 04 Jan 2012 15:33:00 +0000

Not many can say they've traveled to Bali, Mexico and Australia in one year. But our athlete, Michael Dunphy has, and these are some exclusive shots of him spending the year 2011 traveling and surfing.

Do It In The Dangerzone

Tue, 09 Aug 2011 22:00:00 +0000

Practice makes perfect. In Episode 17, Nick and company are all about "doing it in the park, 'cuz that's where you do it!" Well said.

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 17- "Do it in the Park"

Episode 16 chronicles Nick Visconti and friends shredding in France for a Japan Relief Fundraiser called Kumi Yama. When asked to sum up the latest Dangerzone installment Nick said, "No French kisses, but hella French sickness!" 'Nuff said. Enjoy!

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 16- "Bonjour"

In Episode 15, Nick kicks it old school by showing us his first-ever "Sponsor Me" tape from the 2004/05 season. It obviously worked seeing as he rides for us and a bunch of other top brands...

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 15- "My 1st Sponsor Me Tape"

In Episode 14, Nick and company promise that "Grabistory" will teach you everything you need to know about the history of snowboard grabbing. Get educated!

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 14- "Grabistory"

You know it's must-see TV when Episode 13 is called "Fruit-Boarding."

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 13- "Fruit-Boarding"

As far as we're concerned, snowboarding is all about having a good time with friends. It's not about being the best, hucking quadruple corks, or competing in made-for-tv contests. In Episode 12, Nick takes us on a super fun top-to-bottom lap on a cold, icy day at Northstar. Nothing fancy, just good old fashioned snow shreddin' - with a healthy dose of jibbing, of course!

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 12- "Minus the Torstein, Standard Films, and Double Corks"

With a description like this, Episode 11 is a must see! "Reincarnated from the depths of underworld culture manifests a battalion of mythological shredders destroying what human snowboarders fear most... wood."

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 11- "Splinter Kult"

Episode 10 is here, and in this installment the boys leak the spots, not the shots. A road gap and snow covered concrete park = good times!

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 10- "Leaking the Spots, not the Shots"

Since 1937 is a good old-fashioned romp with the Dangerzone crew as the shred the pow pow in their backyards. It's all filmed in black and white because in their words, "we haven't seen this much snow since color was invented," and that was a very very long time ago! Enjoy...

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 9- "Since 1937"

Follow Nick and crew as they ride the rollercoaster of the good life at Disneyland inter-mingled with clips that will hurt you to watch. Whoever said it's easy being a pro? What's that old saying...oh yeah, no pain = no gain!

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 8- "Abusement Park"

In this newest installment of Dangerzone Nick and crew tear it up on the Karaoke machine at one of Big Bear's finer establishments and then proceed to dominate the local mountain. This is one you're not going to want to miss, and, Nick please stick to your day job!

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 7- "BEARaoke"

We are glad to inform you that Nick is out of the hospital, feeling better and has picked up right where he left off. In this installment, the boys proceed to shred a rail near Lake Colfax and get some serious bronzing done in the process. How classic is the music too...this one will have you laughing for days...enjoy!

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 6- "Wakeboarding"

Episode 5 is here, and it is with very sad news that we inform you that Dangerzone creator, Nick Visconti, is sick in the hospital with Meningitis. In this installment he breaks down (from his hospital bed) 5 tricks that would make him happy again. Keep yo head up boy, we're praying for you.

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 5- "Hospital Bed""

Check out these rad videos that one of our Arnette Snowboard Am riders, Nick Visconti has been busy producing. Be careful though, because once you enter into the Dangerzone its very hard to get out! These videos are so epic!!! Keep it up Nick, we're eagerly awaiting episode 6 (now updated and Episode 5 is right above) when Nick is all better and ripping hard again. We truly wish you s speedy and healthy recovery and know that you will be back shredding again in no time!

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 4- "North Lake Vs. South Lake"

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 3- "POP"

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 2- "Tribute to Sorels"

Dangerzone Season 3 Episode 1- "Merry Christmas"

The Berrics recruit Luis Tolentino

Tue, 05 Apr 2011 10:18:05 +0000

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.

Unwritten Law and the Agent

Tue, 29 Mar 2011 09:05:34 +0000

Unwritten Law has been around for awhile now, and guess what? Their still dropping insane albums like the beat of their drums! Their newest album, entitled "swan" is due out today and is sure to be a banger. Check out their newest hit single below, and in case you were wondering what shades the ever so stylish lead singer, Scott Russo, is wearing...ya, those our are very own Agent. Go out today and grab a copy of their newest album and then head to a store near you and rock some Agent's.

Get their new album today!!!

The 2011 Arnette Crew Clash is here!

Mon, 14 Mar 2011 02:03:47 +0000

The 2011 Arnette Crew Clash, a tournament for ultimate Crew Glory, and a chance to have your video featured in the bonus section of Think Thank’s Ransack Rebellion. The top 8 submitted videos will be selected by YoBeat to compete in a tournament-style show down, and the video that outlasts the rest will secure a spot on this year’s Think Thank DVD, a 20′ Banshee Bungee, and a grip of goodies from us.

To enter, please edit your video to the following specifics:
• Video submissions must be original edits and set to one of the provided tracks.

• Please include provided Arnette Bumper (download here) at the beginning of your video and music credit within the video. Original files must be high enough quality to be included on a DVD. Please submit videos 1280 x 720.

• Videos should be one song long in length, but no longer than 4 minutes.

• Please do not post your video on youtube, vimeo or any other video sharing site. Submit your video via a file sharing service (such as Yousendit.com) to submissions@yobeat.com

• Please provide contact information and names with your file submission.

SUBMISSION DEADLINE April 8, 2011 - Become a Fan on Facebook now!

Ransack Rebellion teaser

Arnette adds six hard-charging riders to National Snowboard team

Wed, 09 Mar 2011 09:35:04 +0000

Arnette is proud to announce it has added six of today’s most exciting US and European snowboarders to its National Team including Nick Visconti, Johnny Lazz, Niko Cioffi, Tim Eddy, Alek Ostreng and Alex Tank.

"There are a number of eyewear companies out there, and they all make a product that gives snowboarders the protection they need to shred another day,” says Nick Visconti. “Unfortunately, many brands only give riders a product. Arnette, on the other hand, offers so much more; it is the epitome of a lifestyle movement supported by passionate individuals who want to invest themselves in a vision for life, not just a simple product.”

The newly-minted National Team joins forces with Arnette’s Global Team of elite riders including Devun Walsh, Zac Marben, Dustin Craven and Sage Kotsenburg.

“We feel our global squad is one of the most influential in snowboarding, and by adding such a diverse and talented group of national riders to the mix, it makes our team even stronger and more exciting,” says Arnette Team and Events Manager Brent Bearden. “We have big things planned for next year, and we’re really psyched to have such an amazing group of guys backing our new goggle program.

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Tahoe’s own Nick Visconti is a cerebral snowboarder who creatively explores shredding through filming for Think Thank and producing online media segments for “Tahoe Dangerzone,” a video blog that documents his on-hill antics and experiments. Nick has a larger-than-life personality and unique style, and he is a dedicated skateboarder. When not holding it down in Tahoe, he can be found lurking in Venice Beach with the Arbor crew.

North Lake Tahoe’s Johnny Lazz is one of the funniest dudes you will ever meet. He is loud, super talkative and doesn’t give a f%#k what other people think. An all-terrain dominator who can slay backcountry lines and handrails equally well, Johnny loves to bend the rules and has been known to outrun ski patrol on more than one occasion.

A proud Vermonter with deep Killington roots, Niko Cioffi has a scrappy swagger and style all his own. He is a founding member of Rutland’s GBP crew, and over the past few years he has spent winters in Truckee riding and filming with the Forum team. With several impressive video parts already to his credit and a deep bag of tech tricks on lock, the future looks bright for this versatile Green Mountain shredder.

Tim Eddy is an Alpine Meadows local and total ripper. When the flakes are flying he spends his days in the backcountry dropping cliffs and carving out ridiculous lines. When summer rolls around he packs his bags and heads to High Cascade to keep the good times rollin’. A self-proclaimed foodie with a sweet tooth, Tim’s mellow demeanor and positive attitude make him an awesome guy to hang out with.

Norwegian powerhouse Alek Ostreng charged onto the scene a few years back and has been making noise ever since. A dedicated member of the Youngblood squad, Alek is a top competitor on the Winter Dew Tour and has been hard at work this season filming for the new Forum team video. Whether big air or slopestyle, Alek is always smooth as butter and can throw down with the best of ‘em.

Alex Tank is a Euro jibbing machine with a super clean style who kills parks and rails like nobody’s business. Arguably the best thing to come out of Germany since Heidi Klum and Oktoberfest, Alex rides with the Eye of the Tiger and absolutely destroys it every time he straps on his board.

Be on the lookout for Arnette’s snow team at a mountain near you as they will all be wearing the new Mercenary and Series 3 goggles, which are slated to hit shops Fall 2011.

For more information, check out: Facebook and Twitter.

Cheeseburger ripping in Hawaii

Sun, 13 Feb 2011 10:01:01 +0000

Who says bigger guys can't rip? If you truly believe that then you need to watch this video of one of our surfers, known by many as Cheeseburger, ripping apart the North Shore. Guaranteed to blow your mind!

Now that's a cheesy speed slash if I've ever seen one!

Timmy Reyes getting shacked silly in Hawaii

Thu, 03 Feb 2011 12:00:12 +0000

It' no easy feat to nab a good wave in Hawaii, especially when you're surfing Pipeline with 100 of your closest friends. However, that didn't seem to hinder our boy Timmy Reyes who managed to sneak a few gems from the pack. Most notably, his Off the Wall Wave at the very end of this video, now that is just ridiculous. Can anybody say barrel of the season? Take a peek for yourself.

Timmy's OTW bomber!!!

Think Thank presents Ransack Rebellion

Tue, 01 Feb 2011 08:00:16 +0000

The Think Thank crew is truly a rambunctious bunch, so when the chance came along to jump on as a sponsor for their newest vid, "Ransack Rebellion" we literally couldn't pass up the golden opportunity. Besides, with two of our National team, Nick Visconti and Tim Eddy slated to make appearances and have sections within the film we knew that we had a winner within our grip. This film should be a banger and for those of you familar with Think Thank's antics then you'll know just why we decided to jump in as a sponsor...they are so Arnette. We're greatly looking forward to viewing the finished product, so, in the meantime check out the trailer below and get in the know!

Ransack Rebellion teaser

Coming to a store near you in August...

Chad Kerley killing it for us in this Arnette video edit

Tue, 04 Jan 2011 14:00:12 +0000

At only 16 years old Chad Kerley is rapidly making a name for himself within the BMX community. The kid has passion, a solid support crew, and tons of skill which will no doubt take him to higher and higher levels within the sport very soon. When this sweet video edit came across our desks to say that we were impressed is a severe understatement in the very least. Check out the vid below and and see how polished this young man is for yourselves.

Ezekiel Lau's Wave of the Winter

Wed, 08 Dec 2010 18:17:34 +0000

Our friends at Surfline are putting on this little challenge called "Wave of the Winter" where surfers all over the North Shore are competing against each other to get the best wave documented on video. Well, our very own Ezekiel Lau has come into the picture with a pretty solid submission from a Backdoor bomber that has put him into the running. So, please check out his wave on get over there and vote for our boy!

Pat Duffy talks Venture Trucks

Thu, 02 Dec 2010 21:52:57 +0000

Check out this edit from Venture Trucks lifer and and legend Pat Duffy. Duffy talks about how he got on Venture and why he’ll be rockin them until the apocalypse. Also, visit our friends at Rad Collector.

Surfline catches up with our boy Timmy Reyes

Sat, 27 Nov 2010 00:00:00 +0000

Timmy Reyes is a hard-charging globetrotting son of a gun who is hardly in one place long enough for anyone to catch up with him. That's why when this video popped across our desks showcasing his many travels throughout the world we thought it smart to share with you all. Please enjoy and check out our friends at Surfline.

Luis Tolentino should have played in the NBA

Fri, 19 Nov 2010 17:56:06 +0000

We all know Luis Tolentino can ollie really high, but what really impressed me with this video was his jumping ability. You seriously have to watch this. Pretty soon Luis maybe making the transition from New York Skater to New York Knicks player. As part of the Awesome Giveaway for Dallas Clayton’s books An Awesome Book, and An Awesome Book of Things on The Berrics, Luis Tolentino ollies 70 books and then flat jumps a tower of them that is as high as his shoulder, the kid must be bionic!

Hallows Eve Bowl Bash recap Video

Fri, 05 Nov 2010 16:33:54 +0000

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.