News / Sneaker News

Converse ‘83 Fastbreak for Skateboarding

Originally released in ‘83, the Converse Fastbreak was front and centre on the basketball court. Retooled for skateboarding at the request of the CONS family and admirers alike.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 01 Dec 2023

Video / San Francisco

“SF Sidewalks — The Good Old Days”— Levi Hawken

Levi has been shredding sidewalks since before we can remember. This compilation edit sees him traversing the rough, steep, and wavy sidewalks of San Francisco.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 28 Nov 2023

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

Taiaha Nicholls in “Lunchtime”

Hawke’s Bay up and comer, Taiaha Nicholls, steps forward in this new self-edited part.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 22 Nov 2023

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

“All in a Days Work” with Niwa Shewry

Oakura local Niwa Shewry catches up with the Hippie Slang and Worship crew in this first episode of their “All in a Days Work” series.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 14 Nov 2023

Video / Australian

Carhartt WIP “Stake Out” Video

Australian team riders Digby Luxton, Ben Lawrie, Riley Pavey and Raph Langslow explore the city of Melbourne and its suburbs.

Filmed and edited by Geoff Campbell

Posted 14 Nov 2023

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

“Morning Sunshine” — Home Job Productions

Rub the crust from your eyes. Here’s an unapologetic wake-up from the Mighty Waikato. Sorry, not sorry. Featuring 30-somethings Cameron Moorby, Drew Peacock and Simon Sullivan. With guests Jamie Cook, Scott Harris and Olivier Hamal.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 12 Nov 2023

News / Product

Rowan Zorilla’s Second Signature Shoe from Vans

An evolution of 2020’s popular Rowan Pro, the Rowan 2 offers a refined shape, upgraded feel and Vans Skateboarding’s new ImpactWaffle™ technology.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 08 Nov 2023

News / Skateboard Survey

Take the “Be Counted for Skateboarding” survey

Have your say in SBNZ’s new skateboard participation survey — the first of its kind and scale for skateboarding in Aotearoa, New Zealand.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 18 Oct 2023

Video / NZ abroad

Watch NZers in Dylan Jaeb’s “En Zed” Video

Theo Clarke, Charlie Aubrey and Jamie Bucknor cut shapes with their Cali’ crew in this friends video.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 23 Sep 2023

Video / Australasian

Watch Geoff Campbell’s Video “Crumbing”

You don’t have to scrabble for crumbs on the Internet anymore. Geoff Campbell has crafted a delicious morsel of skateboard clips from Melbourne, Sydney, Warrnambool, Ballarat and Bendigo.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 07 Sep 2023

Video / Australasian

“Oscar’s House” — Hoddle Skateboards

Dedicated to the late Tully West and his cat Oscar, this short video from Melbourne features the Hoddle Skateboards family and friends in their element and fine form.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 09 Aug 2023

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

“District” Skate Video

Tyler Wells, Adelar Scherb and friends dial in from the Auckland CBD in Jim Westʻs new flick “District.”

by Manual Magazine

Posted 07 Aug 2023

Video / Australasian

Watch Majick’s “Munch Palace”

A new Majick drop from Melbourne with punch. Featuring Reef Condon, Tai Wepa, Matthieu de Souza, Liam McCulloch, Gabriel Summers, Max Thompson and Jordan McStay.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 05 Aug 2023

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

Deco Skateboards “Paradise”

Exploring Paradise with Chase Collins, Mat Vickery, Chris Skelton, Matt Ferg, Kyle Svensen, Sam Allen and friends.

by David Read

Posted 01 Jul 2023

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

Daylight Skateboards “Option Two”

Travelling across the motu from Tāmaki Makaurau to Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Daylight weaves together a sunbeam of skateboarding full of grain and soul.

by David Read

Posted 30 Jun 2023

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

Zedyn Fellows in “Backyard Dreams”

Zedyn Fellows sessions his backyard before he shoots off to compete against the world’s best in his first international competitions.

Video by Beach Thurlow

Posted 27 Jun 2023

Video / Define

Dan Gemmell — New Morning (2011)

This Gemmell bro-duced video captures the pure essence of Danʻs on-board style and creativity, along with a solid dose of Gemmell good vibes. Another defining moment for New Zealand skateboarding.

by David Read

Posted 13 Jun 2023

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

Watch James Huntley’s Video Part “Ready Salted”

New Zealand skateboard virtuoso, James Huntley, follows up on 2022’s “Saltey Red” with another stunning performance in “Ready Salted.”

Video by Twiggy Talls

Posted 11 Jun 2023

Video / Event Coverage

Bowlzilla Wellington 2023 Video

Bowlzilla dropped back-to-back events over the past summer competition season. In Feb 2023, Wellington played ball and provided sun and good times for all.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 07 Jun 2023

Exclusive / Aotearoa New Zealand

Tekau — A New Book By DEF Mfg Co.

Tekau explores 10 Years of Aotearoa New Zealand Skateboarding and Streetwear through the eyes of DEF Mfg Co.

Interview by Darren Howman, Images courtesy of DEF Mfg Co.

Posted 06 Jun 2023