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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.
Posted 14 Sep 2023
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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.
Posted 22 Aug 2023
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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.
Posted 19 Jul 2023
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Deco Skateboards “Paradise”
Exploring Paradise with Chase Collins, Mat Vickery, Chris Skelton, Matt Ferg, Kyle Svensen, Sam Allen and friends.
Posted 1 Jul 2023
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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.
Posted 30 Jun 2023
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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.
Posted 13 Jun 2023
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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.
Posted 12 Jun 2023
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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.
Posted 6 Jun 2023
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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.
Posted 31 May 2023
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Lee Ralph’s First Wall Grind
Morgan Campbell plays “Private Investiskater” to find the truth behind Lee Ralph’s infamous first wall grind.
Posted 26 May 2023
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George VILLA debut “Running Free”
Hamilton-raised George VILLA arrives with his debut single “Running Free.”
Posted 9 May 2023
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The Goodroom Presents “Benchorama”
The Goodroom lit up Tauranga’s Memorial Park with the Benchorama Skate Jam on April 1st. The benches are no joke!
Posted 8 May 2023
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BKATIT — No Comply Interview
I’ve been lucky enough to call myself No Comply’s DJ for the last four years, but I am even more fortunate to call them two of my best friends. I spoke with Fynn and Ethan Blackwood about their approach and their new EP that’s out this month.
Posted 2 May 2023
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Pavement Presents “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.
Posted 30 Apr 2023
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Viewpoint: Garth’s Pool
Garth Urquhart hosts a who’s who session at his skateable backyard pool.
Posted 16 Apr 2023
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Pauly Kauri Top Fives
Mildly nomadic and perpetually positive, Pauly Kauri drops his Top Fives from Ashburton.
Posted 7 Mar 2023
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Gala Baumfield Interview
Family and friends are a massive part of skateboarding culture for Gala. She is passionate about the well-being of her community and the diverse and thriving connections within it. Stepping on a board at age one to advocating for youth, she is on a roll.
Posted 28 Feb 2023
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2023 Bowlzilla Wellington Wrap-up — Photo Gallery and Results
This year’s National Bowl Skating Championships, BOWLZILLA Wellington—which was presented by Monster Energy—turned it on this year. After the last few years of weather and lockdowns, it was the celebration everyone wanted and needed.
Posted 27 Feb 2023
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2023 Mangawhai Bowl Bash — Photo Gallery
Mangawahi was a wild one this year. The grommets were hungrier than ever. The women were stepping up. The masters kept the fire lit. And the men’s division featured a wild assortment of styles and trick selections. The photos tell the story.
Posted 7 Feb 2023
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Pavement Octofest — Photo Gallery
It's been a few years since the last Octofest so coming out of the pandemic was the perfect time to revive it.
Posted 7 Feb 2023