Theories of Atlantis brings you Charlie Young’s full part from the Static V video, which premiered originally in 2014. Charlie’s part was filmed partly during the making of Static III and then picked back up again in the later half of production for the Static 456 project. Originally from the town of Croydon, just outside of London, Charlie grew up skating with Paul Shier and Nick Jensen. Hence, their guest clips in his part. And his ender at the classic Croydon plaza “Fairfields”. Enjoy.
STATIC IV RAW TAPES: EPISODE 5
Theories of Atlantis is back with some more raw footy from the filming of the Static IV & V videos. This episode features mostly footage from the 2011-2012 and includes some additional footage from the infamous “Flower Man” incident with German Nieves as well as some unseen clips and 2nd makes of Jahmal Williams all over the island of Manhattan. Also featured are Billy Rohan, Mark Wetzel, Brian Delatore, Joel Meinholz, Daniel (Snowy) Kinloch, Kevin Tierney and Steve Brandi. Yet another bangin episode for your viewing pleasure.
HOPPS PRESENTS “INTO THE SUN” – THEORIES OF ATLANTIS
The Hopps squad has grown recently and is forming like Voltron in this all new piece introducing some new faces and talents to Hopps fans. Featuring Joseph Delgado, Elijah Gordon, Khyler Garrison, Faheem Allah, Steve Brandi, Jahmal Williams, Mark Del Negro, Dustin Eggeling and Joel Meinholz.
TOP TWELVE: TOA FAVORITE BROOKLYN BANKS CLIPS
The TOA Top Twelve is back with a very topical Brooklyn Banks post for your quarantined eyes. Since it’s virtually impossible to make a “Best Tricks” list for a spot so historical as the Brooklyn Banks, we decided to lighten it up a bit and make a list of our favorite clips from the long, long history of the incredible spot. Although a TON of amazing stuff has gone down w/in the property lines of the Banks, we picked the clips that have either been the most memorable to us or were so amazing we couldn’t leave them off the list. And since we can’t ever make up our minds completely, we added an “Honorable Mentions” section so we could squeeze a few more into the mix to make sure we didn’t leave out any classics. Do you agree with our list? What did we forget? Let us know in the comments. – Theories of Atlantis.
In order of appearance the skaters featured are: Eric Koston, Rob Welsh, Tim O’Connor, Brian Wenning, Jamie Thomas, Austin Gyllete, Stevie Williams, Jake Johnson, Zered Bassett, Josh Kalis and Quim Cardona.
The Honorable Mentions featured are: Mike Carroll, Javier Nunez, Mark Gonzales, Quim Cardona, Josh Kalis, Gino Ianucci, Jake Johnson, Keith Denley, Fred Gall and Jason Dill.
STATIC IV RAW TAPES SERIES: EPISODE 3 – THEORIES OF ATLANTIS
We’re back with episode 3 of Static IV Raw Tapes. Showcasing unused footage, 2nd angles, makes, slams and craze captured while filming for the Static IV & V videos. This episode was filmed mostly between 2010-2011 in Manhattan and features Aaron Herrington, Brian Delatore, Ben Gore, Steve Brandi, Kevin Tierney, Rich Adler, Jahmal Williams, Charlie Young, Mark Wetzel and Ralphie, aka Sponge Bob?
STATIC IV RAW TAPES SERIES: EPISODE 2 – Theories of Atlantis
“Episode 2 covers all 5 Boroughs of NYC, even Staten Island and spans between the years of 2010 and 2013. During this time I was filming for both the Static IV project but also wrapping up the “Welcome to MIA” video at the same time. So Brian Delatore and Joel Meinholz were in NYC a little bit and we all filmed together with the Static crew at the same time. The line-up includes: Kevin Tierney, Ted Barrows, Aaron Herrington, Dustin Eggeling, Jahmal Williams, Brian Delatore, Yaje Popson, Quim Cardona, Jimmy Lannon, Brian Clarke, Jahmal Williams and Joel Meinholz. Dustin Eggling was still a pretty young kid in this time frame, and you can really see it in some of his clips. Brian Clarke was a late addition to the Static IV project but his footage is all so solid that he ended up having one of my favorite parts. This episode shows some of the first clips Brian started to get that made me want to include him with his own section. We are all over the place at this time, bouncing over to Staten on the ferry, training up to the Bronx and we even got a little session in at the JFK banks.” – Theories of Atlantis.
STATIC IV RAW TAPES EP 1
Bringing back the Raw Tapes feature to help keep you sane through these wild times. Theories of Atlantis dug deep into Josh Stewart’s DV tape vaults to capture some never before seen clips, second makes and weird moments behind the scenes of filming for Static IV & V between 2007-2014. Episode 1 focuses just within the borough of Manhattan and features a lot of TOA’s favorites from the Static series. TOA will be releasing a new episode weekly so stay tuned and enjoy. Featuring Brendan Carroll, Joel Meinholz, Jahmal Williams, Kevin Tierney, Quim Cardona, Billy Rohan, Dustin Eggeling and Steve Brandi.
PHILOSOPHY WITH JOEL MEINHOLZ – THEORIES OF ATLANTIS
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
INSIDE THE SKATER’S STUDIO: Spirit Quest with Hiroki Muraoka
JUST IN TIME, Inside the Skater’s Studio is BACK to keep you entertained during our global home prison sentence. But we’ve got a good one for you. Traffic’s Hiroki Muraoka from Japan had one of the most incredible video parts in what is arguably one of raddest full length videos of the last decade. Spirit Quest has been the subject of I.T.S.S. before because it is worthy of the attention. But this unique perspective of not only the making of an amazing video part, but also the viewpoint of a skater from a culture on the other side of the world. Hiroki is an amazing artist, skater and hilarious human being. We think you’ll be stoked on this new episode! Thanks to Colin and Hiroki for doing it and all the best to you all through this crisis! Enjoy! – Brought to you by Theories of Atlantis.
“LOOK LEFT” By TRAFFIC SKATEBOARDS FULL VIDEO
Originally released in 2017, “Look Left” is the first video from Traffic Skateboards since “Moving in Traffic” in 2008. Featuring the full Traffic team including Kevin Coakley, Luke Malaney Hiroki Muraoka, Ricky Oyola, George Hanuschak, Joe Yates, Chris Teta, Pat Stiener, Jimmy Mastrocolo and Mark Wetzel. Brought to you by Theories of Atlantis.
STATIC III “NEW JERSEY MINUTE” SEGMENT w/ MARK WETZEL & STEVE DURANTE
This bangup part from the 2007 dvd “Static III” showcases two underground New Jersey shredders, Mark Wetzel and Steve Durante as they defile some filthy industrial spots from New Jersey to Barcelona. These guys never got the credit they deserved for how influential their skating has been to the underground so TOA to remind you by bringing this part back, 13 years late. Brought to you by Theories of Atlantis.
NEW YORK CITY SECTION FROM “STATIC IV”
This is the New York City segment from the Static 456 project, originally premiering in 2014. This piece includes a veritable gaggle of NYC-based talent and opens up with an intro featuring all skaters who are originally from the NYC/NJ area.