Let it SHINE – Justin Sommer’s GOLD ‘Sparrows’ Pro Model | Product Challenge – Santa Cruz

Fresh off the heels of Justin Sommer’s True Grit, it was only right that Santa Cruz set aside his Sparrows Pro Model for a Proddy Chow Wow! SC Brand Manager Andrew Cannon lets the gold shine and puts this deck to the test with some trick requests from friend and CoFounder of Skate After School Timothy Ward!

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German Prodigy – Skateboarding Against the Odds: The Justin Sommer Story | True Grit

The Justin Sommer Story follows the journey of a young skater from Berlin who had to overcome adversity to achieve his dream of becoming a professional skateboarder. Born in Berlin, Justin had to learn the ropes from his older friends and navigate the tough streets. After getting sponsored by Radio Skateboards, which was a turning point in his life, Justin fell into the party scene. Despite this setback, he never lost sight of his true passion, skateboarding. Eventually, he left Radio for an opportunity to skate for Santa Cruz Skateboards. As he grew up and matured, he turned pro and achieved his life long dream. This is a story of determination, hard work, and the power of skateboarding to change lives. Don’t miss this inspiring documentary about one of the most talented skaters in the world.

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Taking YOUR Trick Requests on a HOSOI REISSUE?! | Product Challenge w/ Andrew Cannon

Santa Cruz is back with the first product challenge of the year! This week, we set up Christian Hosoi’s ‘Picasso’ Reissue! SC Brand Manager Andrew Cannon puts this whip to the test with tricks submitted by YOU on the flat bar, flatground & some transition! Hit up your local for Hosoi’s ‘Picasso’ reissue available now!

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WHO THE F!#$% IS ROB PACE?! | Santa Cruz Skateboards

Meet the newest addition to the Santa Cruz squad, Rob Pace! Sit down with SC Pros Tom Asta, Jake Wooten, Kevin Braun, SC Team Manager Eric Palozzolo, SC OZ TM Wade McLaughlin, Justin Schmidt, Sam Fairweather, Brendan Gnardoll & more to learn what makes Rob tick & witness his strong work ethic. Santa Cruz is beyond stoked to have Rob as a part of the team, lookout for a whole lotta Rob in 2023!

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