Vans Presents: Lotties Skateshop | Skate | VANS

Skate shops are more than a place to buy product, they are the cornerstone of our skate family. Lotties Skateshop has quickly become a community hub and safe haven for young skaters in Los Angeles. Owner Mike Gigliotti’s love for the shop and the community is what truly makes this space special. Vans recently spent some time at Lotties to understand what inspires Mike to create art, elevate local talent, and preserve the skate shop subculture for generations to come.

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Devin Flynn and Philadelphia SkateCamp at FDR Video

Devin Flynn guest skater for the week at Ronnie Gordon’s Skate Camp got some tricks with the kids at FDR. Devin came up through the Skateboard Academy as a student and now is a teacher at the Academy and a sponsored skater for Santa Cruz (flow), Oj Wheels (flow), Etnies Shoes (flow) and AllIKnowIsGoon Clothing. Checkout the Philadelphia Skateboard Academy HERE.

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Welcome to The Family – Andrew Reynolds | Skate | VANS

Vans is proud and honored to officially announce the addition of one of the most influential skateboarders of all time, 1998 Thrasher Magazine “Skater of the Year” Andrew Reynolds, to the Vans family. Andrew’s dedication to skateboarding and commitment to excellence through both his professional skate career and his brand Baker skateboards have made him a household name across the globe. Andrew “The Boss” Reynolds continues to foster the next generation of skateboarders by constantly seeking out new and up-and-coming talent. We are honored that he’ll be supporting Vans’ mission to promote and grow skateboarding globally.

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