From The Mag / People
Jess Lord is Good As
Auckland-based skateboarder Jess Lord on rituals, skating with your eyes closed and Drew Barrymore.
Posted 17 Sep 2023
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Posted 26 May 2023
Exclusive / New Zealand Music
George VILLA debut “Running Free”
Hamilton-raised George VILLA arrives with his debut single “Running Free.”
Posted 09 May 2023
Exclusive / Event Video
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 08 May 2023
From The Mag / Music
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 02 May 2023
From The Mag / Tour Video
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
From The Mag / Observe
Viewpoint: Garth’s Pool
Garth Urquhart hosts a who’s who session at his skateable backyard pool.
Posted 16 Apr 2023
Video / Aotearoa New Zealand
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
News / Press Release
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
Video / The Spinoff
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 07 Mar 2023
From The Mag / People
Pauly Kauri Top Fives
Mildly nomadic and perpetually positive, Pauly Kauri drops his Top Fives from Ashburton.
Posted 07 Mar 2023