Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

“District” Skate Video

Tyler Wells, Adelar Scherb and friends dial in from the Auckland CBD in Jim Westʻs new flick “District.”

by Manual Magazine

Posted 07 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

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

Daylight Skateboards “Option Two”

Travelling across the motu from Tāmaki Makaurau to Te Whanganui-a-Tara, Daylight weaves together a sunbeam of skateboarding full of grain and soul.

by David Read

Posted 30 Jun 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 / Aotearoa New Zealand

Zedyn Fellows in “Backyard Dreams”

Zedyn Fellows sessions his backyard before he shoots off to compete against the world’s best in his first international competitions.

Video by Beach Thurlow

Posted 27 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

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

Watch James Huntley’s Video Part “Ready Salted”

New Zealand skateboard virtuoso, James Huntley, follows up on 2022’s “Saltey Red” with another stunning performance in “Ready Salted.”

Video by Twiggy Talls

Posted 11 Jun 2023

Video / Event Coverage

Bowlzilla Wellington 2023 Video

Bowlzilla dropped back-to-back events over the past summer competition season. In Feb 2023, Wellington played ball and provided sun and good times for all.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 07 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

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

Watch “Teina” Video by Brett Chan

A new video by Brett Chan, filmed between two full moons during one month in Auckland, Aotearoa. Featuring Tiaan Watene and the Kapoki brothers, Tiomai & Dan.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 04 Jun 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

Video / Australian

NB# Adelaide Tour Video

The NB# Australian team headed to Adelaide, South Australia, for a seven-day trip to sample some of the country's best (and some-what) unrevealed terrain.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 19 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.

by Beach Thurlow

Posted 30 Apr 2023

Video / Announcement

Luke Cederman — Pro-Surf-Skateboarder

Luke Cederman is finally accepted into the skateboarding community as Volcom’s first pro-Surf-Skater!

by Manual Magazine

Posted 25 Apr 2023

Video / Aotearoa New Zealand

Sunday Hardware Welcomes Cato Dobbs

Sunday is thrilled to officially welcome New Zealand’s Cato Dobbs to the team. To celebrate, they have released a new video part.

Posted by David Read

Posted 17 Apr 2023

From The Mag / Observe

Viewpoint: Garth’s Pool

Garth Urquhart hosts a who’s who session at his skateable backyard pool.

Text and photography by David Read

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.

by Manual Magazine

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.

by Manual Magazine

Posted 16 Mar 2023