Ben Raemers’ Tragic Death Sparked a Mental Health Movement | Skating and Talking – VICE

In May 2019, the skateboarding industry was left devastated by the news that British pro skater Ben Raemers had died by suicide at the age of 28. Ben’s approach to skateboarding – with his unique blend of transition and street skating – meant that he was one of a small number of British skaters to gain an international reputation over the past decade.

In this film, friends and family reflect on Ben’s rise to US sponsorship, and the struggles that came later as his mental health deteriorated. His tragic death sparked a mental health reckoning within the skate community, with other pro-skaters now questioning their assumptions about mental health and sharing stories of their own.

The Ben Raemers Foundation was founded in an attempt to end the stigma that prevents skaters from discussing mental health issues and to provide much-needed education about suicide prevention.

You can find out more about The Ben Raemers Foundation and donate HERE.

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THE DETOUR – The Heart Supply Skateboards

On August 26th, 2021, The Heart Supply family was en route to deliver free skateboards to the town of Xala, Mexico when their plans suddenly changed due to a severe tropical rainstorm canceling flights.

After quick deliberation, the group turned a negative into a positive, rented a van and took a ‘Detour’ from LAX to San Francisco. What resulted was this video and a spontaneous, unforgettable adventure. And, to make things better, we have rescheduled our giveback Mexico mission for December. Stay tuned!

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Ryan Sheckler’s 13th Annual Golf Tourney feat. Fred Durst, Griffin Colapinto, Ken Roczen & Twitch!

This week, the Sheckler Foundation hosted Ryan Sheckler’s 13th Annual Charity Golf Tournament at The Monarch Golf Links in Dana Point, California as the first event to reunite the foundation’s community of committed supporters, sponsors and volunteers.

“This year’s golf tournament had a vibe to it and it was a blessing for us to gather together once again,” said Ryan Sheckler, co-founder of the Sheckler Foundation. “The past two years have been difficult for all and we are grateful that so many people and companies are in the place to be able to support our mission. The generous donations of so many will continue to allow us to keep empowering people to be the change they want to see in the world.” – Ryan Sheckler

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The Tony Hawk Foundation Is Now THE SKATEPARK PROJECT

The Tony Hawk Foundation has announced a change in name, but not in focus. Now known as The Skatepark Project, the organization continues its award-winning work to support community skatepark projects across the U.S., and skatepark-based programming internationally.

Its mission is to help underserved communities create safe and inclusive public skateparks for youth. The Skatepark Project envisions thriving, healthy and sustainable communities throughout the United States in which young people have equitable access to safe outdoor spaces for creative expression, physical activity and a sense of belonging.

Head to www.skatepark.org to learn more about how to support public skateparks through The Skatepark Project or get help with your local public skatepark advocacy project.

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DC SHOES : CUBA SKATE TRAILER

DC Shoes is proud to share a short documentary they made about Cuba Skate, a nonprofit organization dedicated to cultivating a sustainable future for skateboarding in Cuba. By enriching the youth with useful life skills, Cuba Skate is giving a new generation of leaders the tools not just to skate, but to tackle the challenges in their daily lives. Beyond just bringing skateboarding to the island, the film showcases how they’re bringing the youth together and helping them develop skills like recycling, woodworking, construction, photography, and much more.

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Waller St, Hillbombs & More w/ Knibbs, Braun in SF! Screaming Vlog 50 | Santa Cruz Skateboards

Screaming Vlog 50 begins at the Waller Ledges in SF with Kevin Braun and Jereme Knibbs as Knibbs reminds us to check out TheHenryGartlandFoundation.org while setting up his new deck. Brother Braun is off to the races with the most firing line, just as our friend James Cobb pieces together a firing line himself! Next up, we hit a ledge to hill bomb spot first done switch by Pablo Ramirez (RIP). To cap things off, the crew posts up at a sick wallride to hillbomb spot in the heart of the city.

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