Hopps shredder Joel Meinholz answers a few questions to help us understand what’s behind many myths and legends surrounding the notorious “Mindbender”. Joel has been around and he’s seen and done some crazy things on a skateboard over the years. From his first part in Static in 2000 to FORE & Friends, riding for Planet Earth, Stereo and Rasa Libre to filming for the the MIA video and countless Hopps projects. Joel is a fun person to talk to and we were stoked to capture a little of this on video. – Theories of Atlantis
ELKIN RAW TAPES: Episode 8 (Spring 2012) – Theories Of Atlantis
Another dope episode of the Elkin Raw Tapes comin’ at you with a really eclectic mix of personalities including Fred Gall, Jason Spivey, Daniel Kim, Joseph Delgado, nearly a full part of Aaron Herrington, Chris Teta, Joel Meinholz, Billy McFeely and more!
“9th ST LURKERS LIVE” a short by Mikey Bueso
After the sad news of the long time epicenter of Miami skateboarding, MIA Skate Shop, closing their doors, some may have feared that the local skate scene might slow down. But local filmer Mikey Bueso has proven that it’s still thriving as strong as ever with a thick crew of shredders still putting the streets to good use and keeping the spirit of MIA and Miami skateboarding alive. This TOA exclusive edit features a long list of shredders including: Rene Perez, John Baragwanath, Alejandro Yurrita, Mikey Higuera, Tom Rockwell, Willie Stackus, Zach Dykes, Chris Teta, Sam Shuman, Koki Loaiza, Jimmy Lannon, Richie Zuczek, Paul Deoliviera, Steve Young, Joel Meinholz, Abe Bethel, Andre Lazama, Lazaro Reyes, AJ Petit, Josh Narvaez, Julio Betancourt and Eric Torres.
Joel Meinholz for Bones
Joel Meinholz also known as Mindbender is a maniac on and off the board. Here’s some clips of him from a recent trip to LA and in the streets of NYC. Filmed by Josh Stewart, Joe Perrin and Vern Laird. Edited by Vern Laird.
The “Saturday” Project by Hopps Skateboards
TOA is proud to introduce “Saturday”, a rad new short from Hopps Skateboards. Featuring the entire Hopps squad Jahmal Williams, Joel Meinholz, Steve Brandi, Dustin Eggeling, Piro Sierra, Keith Denley and Brian Clarke. Sit back, press play and enjoy the ride!!!
JOEL MEINHOLZ-TIME MACHINE MASHUP
In honor of Joel Meinholz birthday Theories Of Atlantis put together this time machine edit with over twenty years of footage compiled.
Bones Bearings Team at La Puente Skatepark
Clint Peterson rallied up Bones Bearings riders Justin Strubing, Marius Syvanen and Joel Meinholz and headed out to Avocado Heights Skatepark.
Best of 2013 – Bones Bearings
With 2014 already in full swing Bones Bearings went back to some leftover footage from last year and put together this mega montage featuring Justin Strubing, Marius Syvanen, Joel Meinholz, Chris Pierre-Jacques, Tyshawn Jones, Connor Champion, Tyson Bowerbank, Donovon Piscopo, Raymond Molinar, Jose Pereyra, Bobby Worrest, Kevin Liedtke, Cesar Fernandez, Marlon Silva, Danny Fuenzalida, Clint Peterson, Danny Montoya, Enrique Lorenzo, Mark Del Negro and Rodrigo Petersen.
Los Angeles – SABOTAGE
Joel Meinholz, Euro Jon, Ryan Higgins, Ishod Wair, Tore Bevivino, Brian Panebianco, Mike Colantuono, Josh Kalis, Kevin Liedtke, Vern Laird, Jordan Trahan and Brian Douglas in LA.
SPOT Life at AGENDA
The SPOT Life Crew heads to California for the Agenda Trade show with Mark Appleyard, Joel Meinholz, Jahmal Williams, Lizard King and Jamie Thomas.
Bum Rush The Spot “7th Street” Delaware w/ Kinetic Skateshop
Brian Clarke, Joel Meinholz, Mike Maldonado, Angel Acevdeo and a bunch of local rippers bum rush the 7th Street DIY park in Wilmington, Delaware with Kinetic Skateshop.
Lair Mobb Presents “Blazed” 2013
Lair Mobb’s full length video featuring Jereme Rogers, Ricky Oyola, Abdias Rivera, Jahmal Williams, Charlie Wilkins, T-MAC, Doug Moore, Joel Meinholz, Fritz Mead, Fred Gall, Erki Munday, the 5-boro Team, JJ Colon, TJ Schick, Jason Klotz, Mike Powley, Jim Grant, Josh Arnold, Keven Hammond, T-Ruz, Jeff Barnes, Little Joey, Rain Man Tim, Timberlake, Joel, Matt Spence, and Alex Maldonado.