Richard Mulder’s Holy Water | Chocolate Skateboards x Active

Richard Mulder was an integral part of the beginning stages of both Active and Chocolate. The “Holy Water” graphic represents a monumental time in skateboard history for both. We sat down with Rich to discuss his history with Chocolate and Active and the legacy of his Holy Water graphic, including some never-before-seen footage of Richard.

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SC 12 Days Of Santa Cruzmas Day 7

For 12 days in December Santa Cruz is giving away a present a day on their Instagram. Here is day 7’s giveaway with this Other Dot Women’s Jacket. Since this is the season of giving… this is your second chance to score this killer gear. Comment below what gift you would like to see unwrapped next and this board could be yours.

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Illegal Civilization – Summer of ’17

For many young people, summer in the suburbs is its own little universe. During this precious chunk of time off from school, adults are often out of sight, even further out of mind, and friends become the most important people on the planet. As you skate, swim, or chill through the days, there’s the opportunity of getting to know your pals — and yourself — better than ever.

That’s the journey Summer ’17, a new short film by Illegal Civilization and The FADER, captures. Shot on location in North Hollywood and Burbank, California, Summer ’17 follows Jeffery, played by Ryder McLaughlin, as he tries to win over a summer crush.

Produced by Malcolm Washington, directed by Illegal Civ’s Mikey Alfred, and shot by Ayinde Anderson, the film had a lot of young, black creatives who worked behind the lens to bring this film to life.
Featuring cameos from Civ friends like Tyler, the Creator, and Aminé, every scene takes place across the IRL teen hangouts of Alfred’s youth. It’s the skate brand and film crew’s biggest production to date. It beautifully captures the simultaneous “WTF” internal turmoil and heart-fluttering magic of growing up and figuring your shit out. Watch Summer ’17 above.

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