Exclusive / Object Of Desire

New Balance Numeric 358

Summer’s here, Christmas is on its way, and what better way to ring in the season than with a gift for your feet.

by Connor Hill

Posted 08 Dec 2017

From The Mag / Landmark

Vic Square

Before Vic there was ‘Park Royal’, the red-bricked plaza constructed in 1989 and nicknamed after the adjacent uber-starred hotel, architecturally paying homage to Freud with a ‘splayed legs’ floor plan.

by Rhys McLachlan

Posted 08 Dec 2017

Exclusive / New Zealand Video

Def MFG Co. — ‘Aloha’ Video

A new full length video from Def MFG Co. marks the release of Simon Thorp’s pro model.

by Connor Hill

Posted 01 Dec 2017

Exclusive / Corona x Manual Present

24 Hours with Soaked Oats

It’s not always a coincidence when talent comes in pairs. Sometimes it’s in the genes.

by David Read

Posted 29 Nov 2017

Events / Collaborative Photo Show

Paper Pirates Aotearoa

The Paper Pirates show is back for two dates in Wellington (15th December) & Auckland (18th December) and you’re invited to not only be there but participate.

by Jake Mein

Posted 28 Nov 2017

Exclusive / Photo Gallery & Video

2017 King Of The Square

A few weekends back Christchurch played host to the second annual King of The Square competition at Cathedral Square.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 27 Nov 2017

Photo Gallery

Manual 20 Year Anniversary Party

On Thursday night we brought together the past and present of Manual to celebrate 20 years.

Event date: 23/11/2017

by Connor Hill

Posted 27 Nov 2017

Exclusive / Video Profile

Forever Chuck: Scott Lai

A classic sneaker truly comes to life when it is taken on a journey by its owner. This is when the personality of the shoe truly takes shape – in the eye of its beholder.

by Connor Hill

Posted 26 Nov 2017

News / Object Of Desire

Converse Cons x Polar Skate Co. Jack Purcell

Converse is back again with Polar Skate Co., this time around to produce a skate ready Jack Purcell sneaker. The iconic silhouette of the Jack Purcell remains the same with the added durability and function of the Converse Cons line.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 23 Nov 2017

From The Mag / PHOTO SPECIAL

Close Up: Jonty Hoggard

He approaches most of his life with a masochistic attitude, carrying GIB up and down stairs till knock off and then going out and skating till he’s beaten.

by Andrew Bevin

Posted 08 Nov 2017

From The Mag / A state of reflection

Emanuel Psathas — AKA Name UL

After releasing Choice(s) in 2016, gaining global recognition, backed by concerts both locally and internationally, Emanuel Psathas—notably known as Name UL—is currently in a state of reflection, and shows no signs of slowing down anytime soon.

by Connor Hill

Posted 30 Oct 2017