Jake Darwen hustles this weeks TTT. Photo: Kayle Lawson.
How old are you?
17
Where are you from?
New Zealand
Where do you live?
Auckland
Best thing about your hometown?
The weather i s always dope and the people are real mellow
Frontside smith grind. Photo: Mark Barber.
Who makes it possible? (sponsors)
Cheapskates Taka, Vic Apparel (flow), Emerica (flow)
Who are you five favourite upstarts? (badgers)
Lil Luka, Scott Olds, Mikey Gibson, James Marson, Eldin Hasanbegovic
Who are you five favourite legends?
Jimmy Carlin, Atiba Jefferson, The Game, Windsor James, Lil Wayne
What are your favourite five video parts?
1. Jimmy Carlin – Mystery
2. Luan De Oliviera – Flip
3. Tony Tave – This is my Element
4. Antwaun Dixon – Baker 3
5. Wade Desarmo – Kayo Corp
Top 5 youtube vids?
Anything from David Peryman (Davidperywinkle) and Willy Low (Williamlow23)
Favourite Quote?
“There is no telling how many miles you will have to run while chasing a dream”
Varial heelflip. Photo: Mark Barber.
Best city for skateboarding?
L.A
Favourite song?
Lil Wayne – Drop the World
Favourite Park?
BBZ
Favourite Magazine cover?
Skateboard Mag issue 30 – Chad Muska 50-50
Switch crooked grind. Photo: Kayle Lawson.
What are your bad habits?
Losing my cashflow card every 3 weeks
What’s the worst thing about skateboarding in NZ?
Skate spots which are good for a week then get capped
What’s the best thing about skateboarding in NZ?
How everyone across New Zealand knows each other. Weather’s always legit