skateboarding Latest News

There were 78 skateboarding deaths in the last 2 years. Something must be done. Helmet laws only address 25% of those deaths. 50 deaths were from cars hitting skateboarders. Drivers don’t see them.

Who: SIGG Switzerland, the Tony Hawk Foundation and TalentHouse What: SIGG and Tony Hawk are calling on you to create and submit your original artwork for a chance to have it produced and sold on a SIGG bottle worldwide.

Up and coming skateboarder, 14 year-old Jordyn Barratt of Haleiwa, Hawaii has returned home with a second place win from the Hurley Australian Bowlriders Championship in Newcastle, Australia.

14-year-old Jordyn Barratt of Haleiwa, Hawaii has been invited to compete in the Vans Combi Classic in Orange, California this weekend.

Revolutionary website from Bombdecks crowdsources artwork and lets its community decide which designs are printed and sold. Say goodbye to corporate cookie-cutter skateboard art and hello to unique designs from emerging artists from around the world.

In their continual effort to expand their inventory with loaded longboards that give board lovers the speed, maneuverability and control they want, the complete line of Loaded Longboards has been added.

Go Skate Skateboard School expands it's program from 1300 locations to cover all of the United States and Canada's over 2500 skate parks.

Customers who have an account with SkateHut can now take advantage of their new loyalty scheme.

Kid DynaMite Has The Coolest Clothes Just For Kids, Perfect For Any Young Strider Rider

Naples, Florida, May 11, 2012 – Go Skateboarding Day is scheduled for its Southwest Florida launch in the City of Naples this June 21st.

Stoked Skateboards is pleased to announce that their company and its founder, David Rajewski, have been featured in Inc. Magazine.

Stoked Skateboards and David Rawjewski, longboard skateboard fan and shop owner, are pleased to announce an upcoming sale on longboard skateboards. When cheap longboards are placed on sale, buyers can find the looks and performance they need.

Praxis Footwear announced today the signing of Karl Watson. Karl will be the lead skate personality and foundation for marketing of the Praxis brand.

From basketball to skateboarding Elton Brown takes a "leap of faith".

There were 78 skateboarding deaths in the last 2 years. Something must be done. Helmet laws only address 25% of those deaths. 50 deaths were from cars hitting skateboarders. Drivers don’t see them.

Who: SIGG Switzerland, the Tony Hawk Foundation and TalentHouse What: SIGG and Tony Hawk are calling on you to create and submit your original artwork for a chance to have it produced and sold on a SIGG bottle worldwide.

Up and coming skateboarder, 14 year-old Jordyn Barratt of Haleiwa, Hawaii has returned home with a second place win from the Hurley Australian Bowlriders Championship in Newcastle, Australia.

14-year-old Jordyn Barratt of Haleiwa, Hawaii has been invited to compete in the Vans Combi Classic in Orange, California this weekend.

Revolutionary website from Bombdecks crowdsources artwork and lets its community decide which designs are printed and sold. Say goodbye to corporate cookie-cutter skateboard art and hello to unique designs from emerging artists from around the world.

Argot Apparel, a brand that represents the counterculture was recently launched by two military veterans for a touch of new style on streetwear fashion.

The Best Gift for Your Ripstik...Replacement Wheels, Bigger Wheel for Bigger Roll!

In their continual effort to expand their inventory with loaded longboards that give board lovers the speed, maneuverability and control they want, the complete line of Loaded Longboards has been added.

Go Skate Skateboard School expands it's program from 1300 locations to cover all of the United States and Canada's over 2500 skate parks.

Customers who have an account with SkateHut can now take advantage of their new loyalty scheme.

FamilyShred.com has recruited parents of young snowboarders that also snowboard themselves to write reviews on products, ski resorts, and snowboard schools. All reviews will go through a rating system to deem the products FamilyShred Approved.

Skate, Scooter, BMX, and Inline Event Set for June 23-24 in Long Beach Features Team Madd Gear USA and Professional Skateboarders Brian Sumner & Richard Jefferson

Kid DynaMite Has The Coolest Clothes Just For Kids, Perfect For Any Young Strider Rider

Naples, Florida, May 11, 2012 – Go Skateboarding Day is scheduled for its Southwest Florida launch in the City of Naples this June 21st.

Stoked Skateboards is pleased to announce that their company and its founder, David Rajewski, have been featured in Inc. Magazine.

Stoked Skateboards and David Rawjewski, longboard skateboard fan and shop owner, are pleased to announce an upcoming sale on longboard skateboards. When cheap longboards are placed on sale, buyers can find the looks and performance they need.

First Place Winner to Appear in Book and Win Trip to Tony Hawk’s Stand Up for Skateparks Event.

Praxis Footwear and Karl Watson are pleased to announce the Praxis Launch Party this Saturday, January 28th at Gallery 1307 in San Francisco, California. The event serves as the official worldwide launch for the Praxis brand.

Hats Provide Both Safety and Style to Those Who Refuse to Wear Helmets.

Action sports blog reviews a great skateboard deck from Agents In Red!

Quebec based Ratrod Studio Inc. today announced the release of Mike V: Skateboard Party for iPhone, iPad, iPod touch, and Android devices.

Praxis Footwear announced today the signing of Karl Watson. Karl will be the lead skate personality and foundation for marketing of the Praxis brand.

Skate Industry Insider Travis Matsdorf Announces New Brand Launch

From basketball to skateboarding Elton Brown takes a "leap of faith".

Slyde Clothing is an action sports lifestyle clothing company in Salt Lake City. Slyde Clothing just launched a new line of Flex Fit hats.

SkateHut are pleased to announce the arrival of fresh footwear collections from Etnies, Dc, Fallen, Lakai, Adio and more. The latest footwear collections are now available to buy online.

As demand for high quality skating equipment increases, SkateHut open a new store that holds 6,000 sq feet of skate goods.

SkateHut are rewarding members of their social network community with awesome giveaways and competitions in 2011.

LocalPAGES.com joins up with ZJ Boarding House, Purple Skunk Board Shop, Liberty Skate, and Xtreme SoCal to Bring the Gnar! Entrants complete a variety of tasks involving social media for multiple chances to win a skateboard, grind box, & longboard.

SkateHut aims to recruit the biggest and best team of riders in 2011. Skaters and riders can now apply to be a part of Team SkateHut online.

SkateHut are pleased to confirm their attendance at the Relentless Energy Drink National Adventure Sports Show 2011.

A new look for Skate Hut! The online extreme sports retailer is pleased to announce the upcoming launch of their new and improved website for 2011.

The MADD Nitro Extreme Scooter has landed at SkateHut. Customers can shop for the latest skateboarding gear online.

On June 25th Oakville’s Kerr Village will play host to their “Summer Celebration” and Carousel of Nations event.This FREE family friendly event will offer fabulous food, culture, art and entertainment from 39 different countries.

Chemicaluk.com are very excited to announce the launch of our brand new Skate Store in addition to our music and clothing departments, specialising in hardware from Skateboarding brands such as Palace, Girl, Chocolate & Diamond Supply Co.

DECKEDOUT621.COM - The Official Rhode Island “Go Skateboarding Day” After Party featuring the BEST in Ska & Punk! At FIREHOUSE 13 Providence, RI Tuesday June 21, 2001

Skate Hut is proud to present a superior selection of skateboards, scooters, clothing and accessories for customers searching for a unique gift idea in 2011.

Hendrick Boards is a designer of eco-friendly, handcrafted maple and bamboo skateboard decks and apparel. Hendrick Boards helps to safeguard the welfare of pets & animals through each purchase in its “Boards 4 Barks” line.

After a collaborative design process, Spohn Ranch field crews will mobilize next week to begin construction of Woodland Park’s new concrete skatepark and BMX dirt track.

Stone Arch Books, an imprint of Capstone, has signed with legendary skateboarding pioneer Tony Hawk to create Tony Hawk’s 900 Revolution, a new action-adventure, sci-fi series for kids.

The best action sports athletes showcase their world record attempts and dreams with the first of its kind promotion, World Record Summit, LLC

With construction of the two new skateparks in Suffolk, Virginia complete, the City prepares for grand opening ceremonies this weekend.

Longboards are large skateboards ranging anywhere from 36" to 60" and utilize soft wheels and very responsive trucks. Over the past few years, their popularity has grow immensely and this is the world's first trade show celebrating push culture.

RIDING ON GLAS, a new reality television series based on GLAS Apparel & Films, a California youth clothing & action sports films company, is looking for talented musicians/bands, action sports filmmakers and artists/designers.

Construction of the new 5,600 square foot concrete skatepark at Dalton Civic Park in Dalton, Georgia has been completed by Spohn Ranch Skateparks out of Los Angeles, California.

GoSkate.com is the biggest skateboard lesson company in the country and now they’re providing free skateboard lessons via web broadcast.

RASTACLAT announces the launch of new fashionable bracelet line.

Indigrip gives users the freedom of creative design for their skateboard and long board grip tape

Not only will you look cool wearing Muzed, but you will be more amazing than you already are. Muzed is a Canadian company that specializes in combining new fashion trends with different types of skate and snowboard style

WINDOWSEATpictures was tapped by Converse to create a 3D campaign for the launch of pro-skateboarder Rune Glifberg's Pro Model shoe. The videos can be viewed at: www.converseskateboarding.com/ambassadors/ambassador_rune_3d_ep1.html