The Platfrm Portraits: Georgia Martin Talks Skateboarding, Growth, and Industry Change

Recently transplanting from North Carolina to Long Beach, CA, Georgia Martin is feeling settled into her new life and is nothing short of excited to take on the next chapter. A true street skater, take Georgia to a new spot and watch her creativity go to work. She has a great approach to trick selections and knows what it takes to put a line together. So, what’s her secret? Hard, honest work. Georgia has been on the board for years making videos with her friends growing up, but as of late she has been cruising with the Toy Machine crew and filming on a level she never expected. Recognizing the shift in the industry to make more space for women to succeed, she plans to do her part by staying focused and skating.

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CORE: Familia Skateboard Shop Keeps the Juice Flowing

Tap in with the shop crew in this episode of Core Familia Skate for true insider insight on how to create a community, and check out their new all-in-one facility. Over the years there have been three different retail locations around Minneapolis, but now they have brought the shop to the park for a permanent home. OG and owner Steve Nesser has two things to say about: “Having everything under one roof has been a night and day difference,” and “The goal has always been to juice it up.” This is how you support skateboarding.

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Skate The Sunshine State | Greetings From: South Florida – Red Bull

The South Florida skate scene runs deep with history, talent, and community spirit, and today there are generations of pro skateboarders who proudly call it home. From Skatepark of Tampa to Miami’s Lot 11 to crusty DIYs dotting the coast, plus all the legendary street spots everywhere you look — the place is a certified skate destination on the map. Ask Jamie Foy, Zion Wright, or Alex Sorgente; the Sunshine State’s skate spotlight is bright.

Featuring Joel Meinholz, Pedro Delfino, Ryan Clements, Tyler Bamdas, Phil Hajal, and more, enjoy this core tour of the vibrant South Florida skate community.

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