By now, you have probably caught a glimpse of Akwasí Owusu’s dumpster-bashing wallride wizardry, but what do you know about the skater who put it down? Tag along with Jenkem as they push through Manhattan skating odd spots, ending up at the Met for some ancient inspiration.
Akwasí Owusu: Thunder Guest Artist
Akwasí showed Thunders Trucks around his DIY studio to give us a glimpse into his creative process, and how skating influences his art, sculptures, music, and every project he jumps into. Learn more HERE.
CCS 100 Fakie Kickflips in the Simple OS with Akwasí Owusu
Simple Shoes, the icon of 90s skateboarding footwear, has returned to CCS. And while the world may have gotten increasingly complicated since the ‘good old days’, Simple has managed to stay true to their ethos: clean, minimalist, comfortable, and easy on the planet. But will the classic looks and elementary cupsole construction of the suede Simple OS sneakers stay humble in the face of a modern 100 Kickflip pummeling at the hands of artist / musician / skateboarder Akwasí Baffour Owusu?
Customs X SML Wheels by CCS
A select contingent of the SML Wheels riders savor a sunny afternoon of skating in their personalized Customs X SML apparel and griptape. Sammy Montano, Akwasi Owusu and Aaron Kim demonstrate their styles for the CCS cameras in their custom-made gear. Soon enough the crew is juiced and the mellow session gets escalated to the top level. You know how it goes. Pick up a set HERE.
Back to School | Active
Active’s Back to School line up with Marcell Herd, Akwasi Owusu and Tyler Jeremy Perterson.