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An update about Manual Magazine
It’s been quieter than usual on the Manual Mag front. Here’s what is happening and why.
Posted 3 Aug 2024
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Vans Releases “Always Pushing” Video
A tapestry of skateboarding, creativity and good vibes in Vans’ new “Always Pushing” ethos.
Posted 20 Jul 2024
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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.
Posted 20 Jun 2024
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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.
Posted 22 May 2024
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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.
Posted 1 Dec 2023
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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.
Posted 8 Nov 2023
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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.
Posted 18 Oct 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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Vans New Zealand — Zahba Wear Test
To celebrate the launch of the new Zahba shoe, Vans New Zealand team riders and friends took over the Public Library showroom. The space was transformed into a skate park for the night to test out the new shoe that features ImpactWaffle™ technology.
Posted 29 Mar 2023
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Zion Wright and the All-New Zahba from Vans
Influenced by Zion Wright and Built to Make an Impact. Highlighting ImpactWaffle™ tech, sustainable materials, and Zion’s hometown through a new silhouette and a short film titled We’re From Here.
Posted 16 Mar 2023
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Back on the Board: Amber Clyde
Skateboarder Amber Clyde works to get back on the board following the birth of her second daughter. No stranger to the challenges of the skate park, Clyde founded Girls Skate NZ to empower and educate young women in the sport.
Posted 7 Mar 2023
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Converse CONS celebrate a milestone and creativity with Sage Elsesser and Sean Pablo
Converse CONS and Sage Elsesser celebrate 10 years with Fastbreak Pro. Sean Pablo also shares his latest creative vision with the One Star Pro.
Posted 30 Aug 2022
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Vans Skateboarding Presents Lizzie Armanto’s Latest Head-to-toe Collection
An all-gender capsule by Lizzie Armanto built around Vans’ first signature skate shoe designed by a woman in 20 years.
Posted 12 Aug 2022
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DEF’s “Life’s Amazing” video by Brett Chan
There’s most definitely more to skateboarding than skateboarding. That’s why we do it. And this video shows it.
Posted 22 Apr 2022
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“Light Years” video by adidas Skateboarding
New from adidas Skateboarding by way of Free Skate Mag. The trefoil brand showcases their Australasian team, with a good smattering of Kiwi.
Posted 21 Apr 2022
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“Double Take” video — Max Sceats
Take a roll through the Capital’s plazas and waterfront in Max Sceats’s new joint. Hunter Lander-Smith starts things off, introducing a host of humans. Niwa Warner closes off with a bag full of bangers.
Posted 17 Apr 2022
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Bar-None — “Public Hero” Video
Despite the efforts of do-gooders, Alexei Foster and crew push through with Bar-None’s latest skateboard video, “Public Hero,” featuring Auckland’s newest breed.
Posted 30 Jan 2022
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Simon Thorp — NZ’s longest Skater of the Year (2017-2020)
It’s SOTY-season, so we tracked down New Zealand’s longest-running Skater of the Year — Simon Thorp. We talk BINZs, rigged votes and predictions for this year’s NZSOTY.
Posted 26 Jan 2022
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4th Annual Oakura Bowl Jam 2022 — Video and Results
Video coverage and results from the 4th annual Oakura Bowl Jam.
Posted 20 Jan 2022
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Duckbrewe 2 Skate Festival — Photo Gallery
After their debut Duckbrewe Skate Festival at Two Thumb Brewery in Christchurch last summer, Duckewe have returned with another hoppy beer collab, added three stages of music, a field full of spectators and an even wilder ramp design.
Posted 20 Jan 2022