Behind The Lens: Shooting Vert Alert
Capturing skating on the vert ramp takes more than the right gear. Go behind the lens at the Tony Hawk Vert Alert skate competition with filmmaker and photographer, Cameron Sanchez, and skateboarding legend himself, Tony Hawk, as they share what it takes to capture the sport’s biggest moments.
We Are Skateboarders: A Mental Health Transformation. – Documentary
Ride Channel was happy to give this documentary some additional exposure in hopes that its story can help someone struggling with mental health.
“We Are Skateboarders: A Mental Health Transformation” is an autobiographical, experimental documentary that uncovers the story behind filmmaker Ben Duffy’s first breakout film We Are Skateboarders—and the 15-year mental health battle that followed.
At just 19 years old, Ben created a film that became the second most viewed skateboarding documentary in history, behind Dogtown and Z-Boys. But as the film gained momentum, Ben’s life unraveled. Living with undiagnosed bipolar disorder, complex PTSD, trauma, and overwhelming pressure, he began a journey that forced him to redefine what success really means.
This raw and deeply personal documentary follows Ben as he finally steps into therapy, faces long-buried pain, and transforms suffering into creativity, healing, and self-compassion.
It’s a story about skateboarding, yes—but even more, it’s a story about mental health, resilience, and rebuilding a life.
Tony Hawk’s Vert Alert 2025 Woman’s Finals
Another amazing event with many of the worlds best vert skaters competing and surprising us with amazing runs and new vert tricks.
Tony Hawk’s Vert Alert 2025 Finals and Best Trick
Ride Channel brings you the finals and best trick from Tony Hawk’s Vert Alert 2025!
Tony Hawk’s Vert Alert 2025 Semi-Finals.
Ride Channel brings you Tony Hawk’s Vert Alert 2025 Sem-Finals!
Skate SD: Building Skateboarding’s Future
Skateboarding originated as a wild activity for Southern California’s youth, and San Diego has since been the hub for its industry and top professionals. For decades they revolutionized the equipment, pioneered the terrain being ridden, and ultimately reversed the sport’s perception. “Skate SD” tells the powerful stories of this passionate community that built skateboarding’s radical future.
900 Films has been creating action sports content for over two decades, producing everything from television series to broadcast commercials. Founded by skateboarding legend Tony Hawk, 900 Films always pushes to tell stories that are accessible to both the mainstream and core audiences – a signature that makes our work entertaining and genuine.
Olliebiëst – Candy Jacobs Birdhouse Part
Candy Jacobs’ latest part for Birdhouse Skateboards filmed by Chris Gregson and Hans Van Dorssen.
How a Skatepark is Built
How is a skatepark built? Once the advocates get approval from the city…it’s time to dig in. From the early design work to a wide variety of concrete jobs, building a skatepark takes a team.
Reese Nelson – Welcome to Birdhouse
On her 10th birthday, Reese Nelson dropped this heavy video with the confidence of a veteran vert / bowl skater. It only served to solidify her spot as an official member of the Birdhouse team. We can’t wait to see what is next for her… the future is now!
Tony Hawk’s Vert Alert is Back for 2022
Tony Hawk is bringing his amazing ramp back to Salt Lake City, UT on 8/26 for an incredible Legends demo and then the best vert skaters compete on 8/27. Current Legends Demo includes Tony Hawk, Christian Hosoi, Sandro Dias, Cara Beth Burnside, Lizzie Armanto, Lincoln Ueda, Mike Frazier, Andy MacDonald, Bucky Lasek and MC’d by Jason Ellis.
Tony Hawks Vert Alert 2021 – Legends Jam
The first ever Tony Hawk Vert Alert took place last year in August 2021 where top legends pushed themselves to their limits. Stay tuned for 2022 dates. Featuring Tony Hawk, Christian Hosoi, Steve Caballero, Kevin Staab, Mike Frazier, Bob Burnquist, Sandro Dias, Lincoln Ueda and Andy Macdonald.
Red Bull Cornerstone 2021 – Stops Three and Four – Detroit and Milwaukee
It was another incredible stop as the Red Bull Cornerstone series swept through Cream City skatepark in Milwaukee and hosted the best upcoming talent in the Midwest.