From The Mag / People

Turning Point — Jessica Ready

SLS, World Champs, Tom Cruise, the trials of Olympic qualification, and going padless — Jessica Ready has a lot going on. Talent and consistency have everything to do with it.

Intro by Amber Clyde Interview by David Read. Photography by Connor Hill, Brad Makatoa and Bryce Golder

Posted 04 Sep 2024

News / Broadcast

A Look Inside The New Skateboard Book

New from industrial designer slash skateboarder Jonathan Olivares comes this 200+ page exploration of the evolution of our favourite wooden (mostly) toy. Launched in collaboration with Converse earlier this year.

by David Read

Posted 25 Aug 2024

Exclusive / What's going on

An update about Manual Magazine

It’s been quieter than usual on the Manual Mag front. Here’s what is happening and why.

by David Read

Posted 03 Aug 2024

Video / Australian

Ben Lawrie “No Place Like Home” for Hoddle

Hoddle Skateboards welcome Melbourne’s Ben Lawrie to the team.

Video by Geoff Campbell

Posted 20 Jul 2024

News / Press Release

Vans Releases “Always Pushing” Video

A tapestry of skateboarding, creativity and good vibes in Vans’ new “Always Pushing” ethos.

Supplied by Vans Skateboarding

Posted 20 Jul 2024

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

Watch the “Yes Boy” Video

Hunter and Soul are joined by a swag of Welly rippers as they unlock spot after spot.

Video by Hunter Lander-Smith

Posted 20 Jul 2024

Video / Define

Rodrigo Herring — Icons of Elegance (2002)

Rod had a stubborn addiction to destroying spots, especially foreboding rails. His “Icons” video part perfectly showcases his uncompromising drive and deft ability on a board. It is an era-defining NZ classic.

Video by Bill Bycroft

Posted 06 Jul 2024

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

DEF x Pork Matariki Car Comp

Skate and destroy. DEF and friends cross paths to celebrate Matariki, Pork style.

Video by Harry Kidman

Posted 02 Jul 2024

News / Broadcast

New Colourways of the Vans AVE 2.0

After its debut in March, Anthony Van Engelen’s latest signature model is back with a new mesh upper that’s designed to meet the needs of the next generation of skaters. Check out the three new colourways.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 20 Jun 2024

Video / Australasian

Watch NB Numeric’s “High Noon” Video

Filmed in the iconic streets of Australia and New Zealand, “High Noon” stars Shaun Paul, Connor Reeve, Cato Dobbs, and Sean Ryan.

By David Read

Posted 14 Jun 2024

Exclusive / Event Coverage

Outsiders x 44 Ramps “Battle Of The Carpark 2024”

Shout out to Izzak at Outsiders, Damian from 44 Ramps and the lads at the 03 Barbershop for supporting the scene and putting on such a fun event. It’s super important we support our local skate shops as we won’t get these opportunities!

Text and video by Will Bartlett

Posted 05 Jun 2024

Exclusive / Event Coverage

Watch “44 Ramps New Brighton Ramp Jam”

Coverage from the 44 Ramps and Gator Skins Beach Blowout Skate Jam at the Duke Festival of Surfing. New Brighton, Christchurch on March 23rd.

Video by Will Bartlett, Photos by Flynn Acworth

Posted 30 May 2024

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

Watch “Fire Pit Bowl Bash” at Acid HQ

Friends and whānau light up the Acid HQ Bowl for an evening of good ol' shralping.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 26 May 2024

Video / Australian

Watch “PASS~PORT ❤ VANS”

All cravings satisfied in this celebration of lace, skateboarding and mutually beneficial collaborations.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 24 May 2024

Exclusive / Aotearoa New Zealand

Watch “Bitter Sweet” by Jake Oh

Auckland’s Jakob Hayward, Marco Len, Tyler Wells and friends feature in Jake Oh’s new animated and skateboard short film.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 24 May 2024

News / Press Release

Satisfy Your Cravings With The Latest From Pass~Port & Vans

Vans have teamed up with Sydney-based skate brand Pass~Port for their third collaboration, this time featuring the iconic Skate Half Cab and Skate Lampin.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 22 May 2024

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

“South to Shore” by Brad Makatoa

From the South of Tāmaki Makaurau to its North Shore. Brad Makatoa has weaved together an earnest debut featuring Caraway Chiba, Max Luiten-Mackenzie, Harry Browne-Sainty, Bence Nagy lani and Jessica Ready.

Video by Brad Makatoa

Posted 19 May 2024

Video /

Watch Cato Dobbs For Thunder Trucks

One trip from New Zealand to Barcelona, and Cato Dobbs stacked up a healthy mix of clips on some of the city's best spots for the latest Thunder edit.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 09 May 2024

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

The Good Room “Mash Up” Video

A mash up edit of Tauranga-based con-cretins for The Good Room Skate Store.

Video edited by Joel Burgin

Posted 18 Apr 2024

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

Terry and Ivan’s “Pies and Parks”

Terence Davidson and Ivan Gregoroff tackle the South Island, powered by pies, Monster Energy, coffee, and the love for skating.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 31 Mar 2024