How Eric Dressen Met World Champion Misugu Okamoto! What I’m Riding | Santa Cruz Skateboards

If there is one thing we are certain of, it’s that Eric Dressen knows skateboarding. He turned pro in 1987 for DogTown Skates, and became one of the biggest names in legendary style, Dressen has acquired a fine taste in skateboarding. When Eric first met Misugu, he had guessed she was on the Santa Cruz International team from all of her SC gear. When Eric learned Misugu was buying it all, he immediately called SC Brand Manager Andrew Cannon and Ricta Brand Manager Steven Troullos to make some calls and get Misugu properly hooked up! Misugu has since gone on to become a World Champion winning eight titles IN A ROW! Join Misugu and Eric D as they tell their tale of blossoming friendship, epic skateboarding, and lending a helping hand.

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ERIC DRESSEN SPILLS THE BEANS ABOUT THE SPEED FREAKS VIDEO! | Santa Cruz Skateboards

Go behind the scenes with Eric Dressen as he talks about the filming of his part from the classic 1989 video, Speed Freaks. Eric’s part from this video helped to shape how skateboarders across the world viewed what could be done and how stylish it could look. From turning pro at the age of 10, getting a trick named after him and filming his whole part in the span of two days this Timeline Talk is filled with great stories for skateboard fans of all ages.

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