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

From The Mag / Park Ranger

Napier’s Whitmore DIY

Whitmore Park DIY is not a skatepark. It’s a skate spot made by skaters for skaters. It may possibly contain more things the average skateboarder would like to skate than your average skatepark.

Text and photography by David Read

Posted 21 Nov 2023

From The Mag / Tour Article

Pavement’s Bogan Voyage

Southland could be the most untouched region of Aotearoa. It could also be the roughest and most weathered grounds. Pavement Store sends the team deep into the unknown pastures south of Otago.

Text and photography by Beach Thurlow

Posted 14 Nov 2023

Exclusive / Video and Interview

“Good Boy” — Andrew “Beacho” Beauchamp

The life of a good boy is more than keeping clean and on the straight and narrow. It’s about stacking clips, jumping and working on those finishing lines. To celebrate the release of his new video, Chase Collins spoke with Beacho while he was on Smoko.

Video and Interview by Chase Collins

Posted 10 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

From The Mag / Observe — Art

Sketchbooks and Skate Spots with Lorna Goldfinch

Lorna Goldfinch’s sketchbooks read like a compendium of the world’s most iconic skate spaces and places.

Interview by David Read

Posted 11 Oct 2023

Exclusive / Event coverage

2023 Skateboard Nationals — Photos and Results

Tairawhiti Trust hosted another fantastic display of skateboarding and camaraderie at SBNZ’s National showcase in Gisborne. Peep the results and 100s of photos.

Photography by David Read and Brennan Thomas

Posted 04 Oct 2023

Exclusive / Interview

“Static VI” — Josh Stewart Interview

Auteur Josh Stewart brings an incomparable vision to skateboard cinema. He is driven by the magic of the camera, editing, music and skateboarding. It’s an obsession that has defined Josh’s multi-decade output and his iconic video series Static.

Text by Chris Jackson, photography supplied by Josh Stewart

Posted 19 Sep 2023

From The Mag / People

Jess Lord is Good As

Auckland-based skateboarder Jess Lord on rituals, skating with your eyes closed and Drew Barrymore.

Photography by Connor Hill

Posted 17 Sep 2023

From The Mag / My Favourite Thing

Pedro Day Cover

Jamie Cook’s ‘My Favourite Thing’ from Manual, issue 70. A gem from 2004 featuring one of H-Town’s favourite sons, Pedro Day.

Text by Jamie Cook, photograph by Dave Chami

Posted 14 Sep 2023

From The Mag / Feature

Everything Is Skateable

Sam Palmer (alongside many others) paved the way for spaces like Wellington’s Newtown Ghetto Spot and Berhampore’s Treetops. Hopefully, his words inspire you to pick up a trowel for the first time or double down on your DIY conviction.

Text and Interview by David Read

Posted 22 Aug 2023

Exclusive / Aotearoa New Zealand

Theo Clarke — “Airways”

His T-shirts might be size medium, but his skating is X-Large. Another hearty scoop of Ted clips from the recent months and his stateside travels.

by David Read

Posted 19 Jul 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

From The Mag / People

Turning Point — Zedyn Fellows Interview

Backyard training facilities, back-to-back 540s and chasing the Olympic dream. Life is never dull for Wānaka’s Zedyn Fellows.

Interview and photography by Beach Thurlow

Posted 30 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

Exclusive / Event Coverage

Duckbrewe 3 — Wrap-Up, Photos and Results

Nestled amongst the scenic backdrop of a quiet North Canterbury valley comes one of New Zealand’s biggest skateboarding events of the year.

Words by Jack Richardson, photography by Natasha Grego

Posted 12 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

Exclusive / Photo Gallery

Almost Lost Manual Pad Jam Photos

Saved from the lonely depths of my Lightroom catalogue — here are the photos of the Manual Pad Jam at Waitangi Park as part of Bowlzilla 2022.

Photography by David Read

Posted 31 May 2023

From The Mag / Rant

Lee Ralph’s First Wall Grind

Morgan Campbell plays “Private Investiskater” to find the truth behind Lee Ralph’s infamous first wall grind.

Text by Morgan Campbell, illustration by Andrés Jensen

Posted 26 May 2023