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.
WEAKDAYS: YMCA Skate Camp – Crailtap
The boys took the trip up to Sequoia Lake for a weekend of fun with our friends at YMCA Skate Camp. Featuring Tyler Pacheco, James Capps, Mike Carroll, Jeron Wilson, Rick Howard, Derick Glancy, Cody Chapman, Tony Latham, Austin Barks and Sam Smyth.
Learn more and sign up for YMCA skate camp today HERE.
Jordan Trahan | Crailtap Pro Picks
Trahan was in town so Crailtap had him go through the Crail Warehouse and knock out a Pro Picks!
The Lance Mountain OG Doll for Girl x Modernica
Each doll is hand constructed of 15 layers of maple ply wood. The top layer of the doll features artwork embedded inside fiberglass and beveled to create a smooth round edges. The doll is finished with a custom wood branding stamp featuring both the @Modernica & Girl Skateboards logos. The doll measures approximately 22″ x 11″. Pre Order HERE.
The Ed Templeton OG Doll for Girl x Modernica
One thing skateboarders agree on are the handful of legends who have left an indelible mark in skateboarding and art making. Girl is proud to announce that four of those heavies have graciously contributed their time and creativity to Volume 2 of the #ModernicaxGirl project.
Each doll is hand constructed of 15 layers of maple ply wood. The top layer of the doll features artwork embedded inside fiberglass and beveled to create a smooth round edges. The doll is finished with a custom wood branding stamp featuring both the @Modernica & Girl Skateboards logos. The doll measures approximately 22″ x 11″ Available HERE.
Chunk Of Chocolate: San Fransisco | Chocolate Skateboards
Crailtap spent a few days in SF before heading to San Mateo, for the release of Atlas Skateshop’s collection with Evan Hecox and a preview of the 30 Chocolate Years exhibit, coming this fall… Featuring Vincent Alvarez, Kenny Anderson, James Capps, Dougie George, Erik Herrera, Stevie Perez and Jordan Trahan.
TaiPeiPals | Crailtap’s Clip Of The Day
Featuring Andrew Brophy, James Capps, Rowan Davis, Jasper Dohrs, Griffin Gass, Tyler Pacheco, Leo Takayama and Giorgio Villone.
Crailtap’s Mini Top 5 with Ben Sanchez
Burger Boy’s Top 5 EMB Nicknames. Happy Birthday Ben!
Chocolate Skateboards “Pixel City” Series by Skylar Blum – Crailtap
Crailtap met up with Skylar Blum to talk about his new “Pixel City” series for Chocolate Skateboards. You can check out the full collection now available HERE.
LB Skate at the Crail Park | Crailtap’s Clip Of The Day
The boys at LB Skate Shop roll thru for a session at the Crail Park. Featuring Brice Maguire, Jaidyn Fisher, David Lehto, Kandal Ishie, Ethan Tidal, Justin Damer, Julian Lewis, Vincent Milou, Derick Glancy and Alex Hancak.
Girl Skateboards “GRL-NYC-GMV”
Last fall Simon Bannerot, Tyler Pacheco, Griffin Gass, Niels Bennett, Cory Kennedy, Rick Howard, Andrew Brophy and Rick McCrank embarked on an east coast road trip to meet Girl’s Skate Shop Day Craffle Winner, Weston Nichols in Richmond, Virginia. Starting out in New York, they drove down through Baltimore and Washington, D.C., before making it to Texas Beach DIY in Richmond for a great day with Weston and the Richmond locals.
Furnace Skate at the Crail Park | Crailtap’s Clip Of The Day
The Furnace Skateshop crew recently came thru for a park session, featuring Lukas Wong, Cedric Pabich, Roman Pabich, Ben Karpinski, Joseph Licas, Seth Cruz, Tanner Lawler, Luee Lopez, Patrick Do, Aaron Kim, Jeremy Ponce, Sammy Montano, Justin Reynolds, Jem Lacasandile, Haesung Jang, Noe Norris, Carew Ramos and Skyler Barney.