Events / Free Event

Go Skateboarding Day – Auckland

Join us to celebrate Go Skateboarding Day on June 23 and get OFF THE WALL.

Event date: 23/06/2018 12:00 pm

by Manual Magazine

Posted 15 Jun 2018

Exclusive / 2017 NZSOTY

A Pillar and a Powerhouse – Simon Thorp

Here we have it. Simon Thorp. Crowned 2017 New Zealand Skater of the Year. Style for miles, a figurehead of our industry, a pillar and a powerhouse. Deserved.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 12 Jun 2018

Exclusive / Photo Show

Isaac Matz Photo Show Preview

A preview of Isaac Matz's first photo show happening in Auckland June 12.

by Jake Mein

Posted 08 Jun 2018

Events / Element: No Board Left Behind

Breathe New Life Into Your Old Boards

Element NZ and Amazon are giving you a chance to bring some new life into that ol' plank of yours.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 21 May 2018

Exclusive / The Lava Lounge Tour

Surviving Four Weeks On US Soil

Last year Ian Ferguson, Brett Band, Chase Collins, Jesse Abolins and Sam Crabtree jetted off to the U.S with the intention to clock up as much miles within a month long period. Here's a recap of their travels included a few words from behind the lens.

by Connor Hill

Posted 15 May 2018

Events / Element NZ Presents:

‘Luggage’ Premiere

A few weeks ago in Auckland, Element New Zealand played host, and premiered the new team video, Luggage. Here's what the night looked like.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 14 May 2018

Exclusive / Element New Zealand x Willy Low

Luggage You Can Get Behind

Willy Low's a powerhouse in front of the lens, behind it, and in just about all aspects of life. He's also just popped out the latest Element NZ video, titled "LUGGAGE". However, don't let the name deter you. It couldn't be further from the truth.

by Connor Hill

Posted 02 May 2018

Video / Video

Vans Oceania Continental Championships

Full wrap up from the Vans Park Series in Sydney.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 02 May 2018

Events / etnies "Album" Launch

A Premiere Worth Your Every Minute

This week etnies' are rolling out a series of video premieres for their latest film, "Album" – featuring Chris Joslin, Matt Berger, Ryan Lay, Nick Garcia, Trevor McClung and Ryan Sheckler. See below as to where you'll find your nearest screening.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 23 Apr 2018

Exclusive / Extended Gallery & Video

Full Coverage from Bowlzilla Wellington

There's a million and one ways to skate a bowl, and if you're looking for the best way to skate Waitangi Park Bowl, then you'd have been at Wellington Bowlzilla. For those less fortunate – here's what you missed.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 05 Apr 2018

Exclusive / From The Mag

A Subjective Lens, 20 Years of Photography

It’s easy to argue that what makes a good photograph is purely subjective, that the viewer alone uses their prejudice to determine what is good and what is not.

Text by Mark Barber

Posted 04 Apr 2018

Exclusive / Readers' Poll

2017 New Zealand Skater of the Year Awards

Posted 04 Apr 2018

News / Competition

2018 Vans Oceania Continental Championship

The Vans Park Series is back for 2018...

by Manual Magazine

Posted 02 Apr 2018

Exclusive / Object of Desire

Object of Desire: Vans x Quasi Epoch Sport Pro

by Manual Magazine

Posted 21 Mar 2018

Close Up

Keeping Up With Lenard Tejada

Lenard needs no introduction—with the endless Instagram videos, competition wins, and international coverage, it’s hard to not know about him.

by Kingsley Attwood

Posted 19 Mar 2018

Exclusive / Photo Gallery

NB Numeric: Victoria Park Demo

Here's a glimpse into the recent New Balance Numeric session at Auckland's Victoria Park.

by Connor Hill

Posted 18 Mar 2018

Exclusive / Bowlzilla Artshow

Manky Chops Presents: Artzilla 2018

The Artzilla exhibition saw artwork and prints from skateboarders and friends alike. Another great night of the Bowlzilla festival, followed by an awesome day of shredding. Brought to you by MankyChops.

Video by Atmos Film

Posted 15 Mar 2018

Exclusive / Park Ranger

Oakura gets the Premium Treatment

The beachside township of Oakura, south of New Plymouth, is getting treated to a new creation from Premium Skate Design.

by David Read

Posted 13 Mar 2018

Events / Signing & Demo

Come Meet The NB Numeric Team

As if you didn't already need a reason to finish work early.

Event date: 16/03/2018

by Connor Hill

Posted 12 Mar 2018

Exclusive / Photo Gallery & Results

2018 Bowlzilla Wellington Coverage

Waitangi Skate Park's bowl, with it's psychedelic makeover, got more than its fair share of treatment at yesterday's Bowlzilla event. Featured below is a sample from each division's winner along with the full results. Stay tuned for more.

Event date: 10/03/2018

by Hendrix Brendon Arnold

Posted 11 Mar 2018