The thrilling world of the X Games goes to the beach this Summer at the World Surf League (WSL) Lexus US Open of Surfing and they brought a halfpipe. On the south side of the Huntington Beach Pier, X Games hosted the Lexus X Games Vert Pro, with top pro and amateur Vert skateboarders in attendance. The competitions took place during both weekends of the highly-anticipated summer festival, starting on August 3, 2024.
Jerry Fowler – “Solus” – Orchard Skateshop
An Ex-Pro with a Go-Pro selfie filmed part. An underrated innovator in the 90’s & early aughts, these days Jerry is a Firefighting Family man that needs to scratch the itch. Still has that timeless style and trick selection, a true inspiration for the old heads and youngbloods too!
Guest clips from Roger Bagley, Rick Jaramillo, Armin Bachman, Jimmy Lake and Kenny Anderson.
MATTHEW GIOVANNI – NUGG OF THE WEEK
Matt Giovanni quick Switch Frontside Big Spin Tail Slide clip for this Nugg of the Week. Submit your NOTW by #SkateNugg on Instagram for your chance to be the next!
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Santa Cruz – Final Match! Winkowski vs Asta for $500
Eight skaters, endless props and challenges, seven games of SKATE unlike anything we’ve ever done before! Each game has its own challenging theme that is a surprise to the skaters participating and its own unique set of rebate challenges which could extend their game and chances of winning it all. This is the Santa Cruz Super SKATE Show
VQS: Best Trick Contenders
Although the online Video Qualifier Series may have already selected the top ten women’s and men’s entries that won an invite to the Rockstar Energy Open, the VQS continues to provide more cash-winning opportunities. Combing through 50-plus video entries, here’s a two-minute and change montage of the Best Trick Contenders vying for a chance at pocketing $1,000.
JENKEM – Life After Skating: The Couple Behind Buddies Coffee In NY
At some point, every pro skater is faced with the age-old question of, “What’s next?” And for Taylor, coffee was a chance he was willing to take. Being that Jenk HQ isn’t too far, Jenkem stopped in one day and the coffee drinkers in the crew were impressed. A week later they linked up with the duo in Brooklyn to get the behind-the-scenes on how their new endeavor is shaping up.
“Hot Chocolate” | Chocolate Skateboards (2004)
21 years ago today, (August 13th, 2003) the crew headed out to SF to begin their month long adventure. Hot Chocolate is a documentary-style tour video that follows the Chocolate Skateboards team as they travel around the US, skating streets, demos, and filming skits. The team is also interviewed before the trip for a sense of anticipation, and after to reflect on the good times had.
Madrid – American Muscle Skates The Swiss Alps – Ethan Ledger
Ethan brings his signature style and stature to the lush Alps of Switzerland.
RVCA Skate at the infamous West LA Courthouse
Preview the Fall 2024 RVCA line with Kevin “Spanky” Long, Shane Borland and Kento Takahashi.
SLS Futures: Episode 2 – Woodward
The stakes are higher than ever in Episode 2 of “SLS Futures,” as the winners from each week return to camp for the finals. After weeks of intense competition, the top male and female skaters from each week go head-to-head for the grand prize: a trip to a U.S. stop of the SLS Pro series. Watch as the best of the best showcase their skills, pushing their limits and leaving it all on the line in their quest to win this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity.
Portraits: Tyson Bowerbank, A Genuine Powerhouse
Tyson Bowerbank is a genuine powerhouse. On the board, a total powerhouse of ability both technical and of impact. Off the board, he is a truly genuine individual—a quality that has described him his entire life. But that’s only the beginning of his story.
Women’s Next X Jam at the Lexus X Games Vert Pro at the US Open of Surfing
Watch the Women’s Next X Jam highlights from the Lexus X Games Vert Pro at the US Open of Surfing! Featuring Carlin Makibbon, Cona Suganami, Mazel Paris, LuLu Johnsonn, Kate Kuno, Katelyn West, Elle Warne, Jada Ward, Joey Yarborough and Nina Ye.