Surf Expo aims to not only put on a great show this year but also entertain. At this years show (August 20-22) Eastern Skateboard Supply and Team Pain have teamed up to provide a demo and entertainment for those attending the expo. The demo will feature professionals and a park exclusive to the show.
With less than a month before Surf Expo, the board, beach, and fashion trade show announced details of its schedule of skateboarding events.
Eastern Skateboard Supply is sponsoring a pro demo, including Corey Duffel, Brandon Westgate, Joey Pepper, Chany Jeanguenin, Chad Bartie, Gareth Stehr, JT Aultz and Justin Brock, with more to be named.
The skaters will hit Team Pain’s Skate Art with two daily sessions at 1 p.m. and 4 p.m. at Surf Expo’s skate park. Stop by and talk to these skaters or grab an autograph across from Eastern’s booth (#1173) at 2p.m. daily.
Show Director Roy Turner says, “While Surf Expo is known for its business-first attitude, we are also aware that there is a ‘show’ in trade show. What a better way to get excited about skateboarding than to team up with Eastern and its all-star lineup? We encourage everyone to stop by and watch the insane skating as well as take advantage of photo and video opps, perfect for store owners to place in ads and on the web. This is all about business –the skateboard business– so bring your camera and skateboard and take advantage of what Team Pain and Eastern have cooked up for our August trade show.”
When demos aren’t going on, Surf Expo attendees are invited to skate the steel and concrete fabricated Skate Art premiered by Team Pain.
Team Pain promises to bring even more unique urban-inspired features to Surf Expo this August. “We will be providing more of our contemporary skateable art pieces this show, with new designs, a larger course layout with more pieces and more prize money, and giveaways for anyone who wants to ride these features,” says Team Pain Owner Tim Payne.
Check out Team Pain’s Skate Art video from last Surf Expo HERE.
According to Surf Expo Skate Account Manager Doog Becker: “Skateboarding at Surf Expo has seen a change over the last few shows, not only with our events, but we’ve also seen a huge growth with longboarding in the industry, so naturally that trend is also evident on our show floor. I’m excited to be a part of this growth and change.”
For more information on these events and features check out surfexpo.com.
Thursday, August 6, 2009
Snowdogg and Friends present Gary's Block Charity Event
Snowdogg and Friends present Gary's Block Charity Snow and Skateboard Jam event, starting at 12:00 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, 2009, to raise money for Leukemia and Lymphoma to fight blood cancer.
To those who may not know Gary Basket, he lived next door to me and was diagnosed with cancer on April 15, 2008. and pass away on January 19, 2009 at his home.
The event will include a best trick skate contest, a snowboard and ski rail jam, BMX free style demo,comedy, and celebrity on hand. Food and refreshments, live DJ by Mike Robles, a live performance from The Skeletons and much more.
Admission to the event is free, however, entry into the skate contest is $10 per participate, while entry to the Snowboard and Ski Jam is $15 per.
Event sponsors last year include Anenberg, Thug Crew Snowboarding, Couch Boys, Mt. Baldy, Herr Vaughnster Snowboards, Neff, Mt. High and more.
For more information or to become an event sponsor, contact Snowdogg at (909) 241-1987 or Paul Hamton (909)268-0011
To those who may not know Gary Basket, he lived next door to me and was diagnosed with cancer on April 15, 2008. and pass away on January 19, 2009 at his home.
The event will include a best trick skate contest, a snowboard and ski rail jam, BMX free style demo,comedy, and celebrity on hand. Food and refreshments, live DJ by Mike Robles, a live performance from The Skeletons and much more.
Admission to the event is free, however, entry into the skate contest is $10 per participate, while entry to the Snowboard and Ski Jam is $15 per.
Event sponsors last year include Anenberg, Thug Crew Snowboarding, Couch Boys, Mt. Baldy, Herr Vaughnster Snowboards, Neff, Mt. High and more.
For more information or to become an event sponsor, contact Snowdogg at (909) 241-1987 or Paul Hamton (909)268-0011
Utility: RVCA Demo and Signing 2009 - La Verne, CA

Buckle your seat belts, la verne
Cause RVCA is coming to your town. That’s right, jerky’s, we’re coming to, La Verne, and we mean business. I I were you, I’d even go as far as bringing an extra pair of underwear, cause the demo itself might make you poop your pants. ;)
Here’s all the info you’re going to need, so save the date: August, 15
Tuesday, August 4, 2009
The Moat Show

Tuesday, August 18th
* 7am – load-in/set-up for exhibitors
* 9am – doors open to public
* 11am – 2pm – lunch available at the infamous SPoT Food Tent
* 4pm – open bar to those of age
* 6pm – business done for the day
* 9pm – doors close
* 9pm – after-party (details TBA)
Wednesday, August 19th
* 8am – doors open to exhibitors
* 9am – doors open to public
* 11am – 2pm – lunch available at the infamous SPoT Food Tent
* 4pm – open bar/business done for day/load-out for exhibitors
* 5pm – free-for-all best trick contest (obstacle(s) TBD)
* 9pm – doors close
Pipeline brand to debut 2010 line at Surf Expo in Florida
PIPELINE® International announced today that their expanding range of lifestyle products will be introduced to retailers attending the next Surf Expo in Orlando, Florida, August 20-22.
Merchandise categories include young men’s tees and boardshorts, juniors’ tees, board shorts, bikini separates and sun dresses, as well as a full range of body boards, swims fins, dive sets and headwear. Since it’s debut this season, PIPELINE® has established placement at sporting goods, department, specialty and resort stores throughout the Hawaiian Islands, Guam and the on Mainland, and is currently building a sales team for its next phase of distribution to the Gulf & East Coasts, Caribbean, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin islands.
“We’re thrilled to be part of Surf Expo and look forward to introducing our brand to core retailers attending the show. We want them to share the excitement of PIPELINE® and become familiar with our business strategy for growth, which is based on providing quality, stylish product at attractive retail price points.
The owners of these stores are very familiar with the most famous wave in the world, on which our brand is built; and it’s our goal to help them share a bit of the North Shore lifestyle with their customers.” said Alan Greenberg, CEO of PIPELINE®.
About PIPELINE® International: PIPELINE® International is a full-service licensing company with licensees currently operating in the United States, Japan, Israel, the Philippines, New Zealand and Australia. The company maintains a global network of industry professionals to assist licensees in developing new product categories and help increase consumer awareness of the PIPELINE® brand.
PIPELINE® International owns trademarks worldwide and has implemented a plan to expand its program both domestically and internationally. The ongoing management and administration of this brand includes the recruitment of strategic licensees and retail partners, the development and approval of merchandise in each product category, and the maintenance of strong working relationships with all business associates.
Merchandise categories include young men’s tees and boardshorts, juniors’ tees, board shorts, bikini separates and sun dresses, as well as a full range of body boards, swims fins, dive sets and headwear. Since it’s debut this season, PIPELINE® has established placement at sporting goods, department, specialty and resort stores throughout the Hawaiian Islands, Guam and the on Mainland, and is currently building a sales team for its next phase of distribution to the Gulf & East Coasts, Caribbean, Puerto Rico and U.S. Virgin islands.
“We’re thrilled to be part of Surf Expo and look forward to introducing our brand to core retailers attending the show. We want them to share the excitement of PIPELINE® and become familiar with our business strategy for growth, which is based on providing quality, stylish product at attractive retail price points.
The owners of these stores are very familiar with the most famous wave in the world, on which our brand is built; and it’s our goal to help them share a bit of the North Shore lifestyle with their customers.” said Alan Greenberg, CEO of PIPELINE®.
About PIPELINE® International: PIPELINE® International is a full-service licensing company with licensees currently operating in the United States, Japan, Israel, the Philippines, New Zealand and Australia. The company maintains a global network of industry professionals to assist licensees in developing new product categories and help increase consumer awareness of the PIPELINE® brand.
PIPELINE® International owns trademarks worldwide and has implemented a plan to expand its program both domestically and internationally. The ongoing management and administration of this brand includes the recruitment of strategic licensees and retail partners, the development and approval of merchandise in each product category, and the maintenance of strong working relationships with all business associates.
Saturday, August 1, 2009
Gravis and Analog Skatepark BBQs 2009

Gravis and Analog are heading to Southern California skateparks for good times, BBQ, games of SKATE, and giveaways. Click through to see when and where you can catch up with them.
JULY 11TH, 1PM – 5PM, SANTA BARBARA SKATERS POINT PARK
JULY 21st, 5PM – 9PM, CARLSBAD SKATEPARK
AUGUST 7TH, 4PM – 8PM, OCEANSIDE MLK SKATEPARK
AUGUST 30TH, 4PM – 8PM, L.A. BURTON STORE MINI RAMP
SEPTEMBER 4TH, 4PM – 8PM, SANTA ANA SKATEPARK
SEPTEMBER 11TH, 4PM – 8PM, SAN CLEMENTE SKATEPARK
TBA, IRVINE, ANALOG/GRAVIS MINI RAMP SESSIONS
MORE DATES AND LOCATIONS TO COME…….
Oregon Trifecta Bowlriders Competition 2009

The Oregon Trifecta events comprise stops 6, 7, & 8 on the World Cup Skateboarding Bowl Riders Series.
Each stop has its own points and awards. Through all three events, an overall Trifecta winner emerges.
The contest starts with a Wild Card Format Advance Locale Qualifer. Qualifers from the wild card will compete in heats where the top skaters advance to the Finals. The Heats will be jam format; six skaters per heat with an introductory run.
Invited Skaters will advance to the finals.
Ladies
Contest is open to all females (advanced/pro) riders who can skate the parks. Masters
Contest is open to all contestants over 36yrs with park experience Advanced Qualifiers
Contest open to all advanced sponsored and non-sponsored skaters who have park experience and are trying to advance and compete in a pro event. Pro Heats
Contest open to all professional skaters.
Qualified pros advance automatically to late afternoon heats.
Windham to Race U.S. Open
Feld Motor Sports℠ announced today GEICO Powersports’ Honda’s Kevin Windham, of Centerville, Miss., will compete at this year’s Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open inside Las Vegas’ MGM Grand garden Arena October 9-11.
Windham has enjoyed success at the Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open in the past having finished as high as second place in both 2000 and 2005. At his five Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open appearances, he’s only finished outside the top three once (’06: 3rd; ’05: 2nd; ’01: 3rd; ’00: 2nd; ’99: 7th). At his last Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open in 2006, he used his 3-4 finishes for third overall.
In 1994 Windham began his professional career and earned the Western Regional AMA Supercross Lites class championship in 1996, winning six races on the season. In AMA Supercross competition, Windham has finished in the runner-up position three times, ’08, ’04 and ’03.
“The U.S. Open is a fun weekend for the riders and fans,” said Windham. “The MGM Grand Garden Arena provides a great atmosphere for a race. It’s like you come to a party and a race breaks out. This fall is going to be exciting because I will race the US Open the first part of October and my wife, Dottie, and I are expecting our fourth child at the end of the month.”
Windham joins defending AMA Supercross class champion James Stewart, who recently announced he will compete at this year’s Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open, on the starting gate.
Tickets for the 2009 Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open are available at Ticketmaster locations, Carter Powersports (located at 6275 South Decatur Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89118) the MGM Grand Garden Arena box office, www.ussx.com or by phone at (800) 745-3000.
For more information on the Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open, please log on to www.ussx.com. For all media requests, please contact Denny Hartwig dhartwig@feldinc.com or 630-566-6305.
Windham has enjoyed success at the Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open in the past having finished as high as second place in both 2000 and 2005. At his five Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open appearances, he’s only finished outside the top three once (’06: 3rd; ’05: 2nd; ’01: 3rd; ’00: 2nd; ’99: 7th). At his last Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open in 2006, he used his 3-4 finishes for third overall.
In 1994 Windham began his professional career and earned the Western Regional AMA Supercross Lites class championship in 1996, winning six races on the season. In AMA Supercross competition, Windham has finished in the runner-up position three times, ’08, ’04 and ’03.
“The U.S. Open is a fun weekend for the riders and fans,” said Windham. “The MGM Grand Garden Arena provides a great atmosphere for a race. It’s like you come to a party and a race breaks out. This fall is going to be exciting because I will race the US Open the first part of October and my wife, Dottie, and I are expecting our fourth child at the end of the month.”
Windham joins defending AMA Supercross class champion James Stewart, who recently announced he will compete at this year’s Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open, on the starting gate.
Tickets for the 2009 Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open are available at Ticketmaster locations, Carter Powersports (located at 6275 South Decatur Blvd. Las Vegas, NV 89118) the MGM Grand Garden Arena box office, www.ussx.com
For more information on the Rockstar Energy Drink U.S. Open, please log on to www.ussx.com. For all media requests, please contact Denny Hartwig dhartwig@feldinc.com or 630-566-6305.
Wednesday, July 29, 2009
Cable National Championships at Wake Nation Cincinnati July 30th - August 1st
The nation’s top wakeboarders will gather at Wake Nation to compete for a coveted spot on TEAM USA and the right to represent the United States in the World Wakeboard Championship in Germany. As this competition features the best of the best, it’s sure to be filled with countless amazing moves and incredible thrills. The preliminary rounds begin on Thursday at 8:00 a.m. Admission tickets are $10 and allow access to all division tournaments, including the final rounds on Saturday. Tickets may be purchased at Wake Nation.

SUMMER CAMP DATES 2009

We have just announced all the dates for our 12th annual Summer Skateboard Camp. CLICK HERE FOR ALL THE 2009 CAMP DETAILS. $200 for all four days, 9am to 6pm. All 3 camp sessions run Tuesday thru Friday (lunch is included on Friday). Full payment is required at time of registration. Parents are welcome, please make other arrangements for siblings and friends. Check-in at 8:45am, pick-up is at your convenience (anytime between 12:15pm and 6pm).
Saturday, July 25, 2009
WILD IN THE WOOD 2 2009 - Taylor, PA

Comp start at 2P.M. Sharp
Sign-ups/Warm-ups at 11A.M.-1:30P.M.
$10 to Compete
$3 to watch (Donation goes to Improve park/bigger building) EVENTS:
–Skate Jiggity Jam (Jam Format)
–Highest Ollie Contest ($50 cash to Winner)
–King Of The Stairs
–Product Toss
–Prizes DIVISIONS:
–Grom
–Intermediate
–Advanced
–Sponsored
WILD IN THE WOOD 2 2009 - Taylor, PA

Comp start at 2P.M. Sharp
Sign-ups/Warm-ups at 11A.M.-1:30P.M.
$10 to Compete
$3 to watch (Donation goes to Improve park/bigger building) EVENTS:
–Skate Jiggity Jam (Jam Format)
–Highest Ollie Contest ($50 cash to Winner)
–King Of The Stairs
–Product Toss
–Prizes DIVISIONS:
–Grom
–Intermediate
–Advanced
–Sponsored
DC KING OF DUBLIN 2009

DC’s King Of Series global skateboarding contest returns for its fourth year, touring to new infamous skate spots worldwide. This one-of-a-kind contest travels to local street skate spots in cities across the globe, welcoming the city’s best unsponsored skateboarders to compete in a jam format contest. The first contest: DC King of Dublin on July 25-26, 2009.
“The DC King Of contests have revealed some of the city’s best skaters and give kids a unique grassroots opportunity to actually have a chance at becoming pro one day,” said Ken Block, DC Chief Brand Officer and Co-Founder.
A win at these contests gives undiscovered street skaters more than just their local city’s respect. The winners walk away with instant global exposure throughout the skate world and a spot on DC’s newly formed DC Kings Team, DC’s latest skate squad based completely off DC King Of contest winners.
The inaugural contest launched in 2006, culminating at Manhattan’s legendary Brooklyn Banks. Since then the DC King Of Series has called on undiscovered skateboarders from all over the world to battle for each city’s coveted title. In 2007, the DC King Of Series traveled to the west coast for DC King of Los Angeles, and later that year went worldwide with the DC King of Barcelona. In 2008, the DC King Of Sao Paulo was held followed by DC King Of Los Angeles II, each crowning its own King.
For 2009 the DC King Of Series continues to grow, and this year the contest will crown five new DC Kings in different cities worldwide. The series kicks off in Dublin, and then moves on to Vancouver, Rome, and Philadelphia, ending in Sydney. Each city’s winner will join the DC Kings Team.
More information soon, and a full site at dcshoes.com/king will launch in a couple of weeks.
Friday, July 24, 2009
The 6th Annual Chip Miller Charitable Foundation Surf Fest

Wednesday, July 29th, 2009 7am - 7th Street Beach, Ocean City, NJ - Preregistration: $30.00 - Day of event: $35.00 After the event, come on out to the Greate Bay Country Club in Somers Point for the afterparty - and while you're there, enjoy the Chip Miller Corvette Fest! Come have fun in the sun and support amyloidosis awareness! Click here or the image above for a registration form!
Thursday, July 23, 2009
Heritage Surf Quiksilver Grom Surf Contest - Sun, July 26th, 2009 - Sea Isle City!
Snowboarding Grand Prix Schedule at Mammoth Mountain
U.S. Snowboarding announced that the Grand Prix stops leading up to the 2010 Olympic games have been finalized for Copper Mountain, Colorado, Mammoth Mountain, California, and Park City, Utah.
The Schedule will be as follows:
Dec. 11-12, 2009, Copper Mountain
Jan. 6-10, 2010, Mammoth Mountain
Jan. 22-23, 2010, Park City Mountain Resort
According to the release:
The Grand Prix series, which will feature 22-foot halfpipes at each of its venues, will narrow down the competition for Olympic spots through its first two tour stops and solidify the 2010 team at the final event in Park City.
“Copper, Mammoth and Park City are all classic Grand Prix sites and will provide a most fitting stage on which to name the Olympic halfpipe team for 2010,” said Grand Prix Tour Director Eric Webster. “Copper, Mammoth and Park City all have a proven track record in hosting world class snowboard events, which lends confidence to the riders and coaches in a season with so much on the line.”
NBC, the Olympic network, and Versus will broadcast the competitions. Go211.com will webcast the Grand Prix live from each stop.
The Schedule will be as follows:
Dec. 11-12, 2009, Copper Mountain
Jan. 6-10, 2010, Mammoth Mountain
Jan. 22-23, 2010, Park City Mountain Resort
According to the release:
The Grand Prix series, which will feature 22-foot halfpipes at each of its venues, will narrow down the competition for Olympic spots through its first two tour stops and solidify the 2010 team at the final event in Park City.
“Copper, Mammoth and Park City are all classic Grand Prix sites and will provide a most fitting stage on which to name the Olympic halfpipe team for 2010,” said Grand Prix Tour Director Eric Webster. “Copper, Mammoth and Park City all have a proven track record in hosting world class snowboard events, which lends confidence to the riders and coaches in a season with so much on the line.”
NBC, the Olympic network, and Versus will broadcast the competitions. Go211.com will webcast the Grand Prix live from each stop.
Souls Of Mischief - Officiel AM Getting Laid After Party

Coors Light , Zoo York and Monster Energy present:
in association with SBC, Underworld, Osiris and Oakley:
The AM Getting Laid after party with Souls of Mischief (from Oakland) and DJ Dom Rocket (from New York) Saturday July 25th at the Theatre telus, located at 1280 St-Denis corner of Ste-Catherine east.
In collaboration with New Era,Vestal, Dakine, Dose.ca, Crux magazine, Expose, Control skateboards, Transworld skateboarding, 33 mag and Jagermeister
The tickets are on sale at Underworld, Theatre Telus, Instock and Admission.
Door at 9pm
Tickets price:
14$ in advance
18$ at the door
Drink special on Coors Light
Tuesday, July 21, 2009
eS Game of SKATE at SPoT

You must show up at least 1 hour before the Game of SKATE start time to check in at each event you have registered for. Check-in and Registration ends promptly at the published start time for each event. Failure to comply with the registration guidelines will prohibit you from competing in the 2009 éS Game of SKATE.
There is no online registration this year, all sign-ups are at the Game of SKATE location prior to start time only.
Skate Camp - Summer Camp Session 3
Saturday, July 18, 2009
ISA 2009 WORLD MASTERS SURFING CHAMPIONSHIP
Billabong USA will sponsor the ISA World Games scheduled to be held in July 31st through August 8th 2009 in Costa
Rica where 49 member countries will be invited to compete as national teams.
I believe it is vital to provide a platform for these emerging surf regions stated Billabong's Vice President
Marketing, Graham Stapelberg. It is the only event of its kind where you get such a large representation of so
many different surf nations.
Traditionally the ISA holds the World Surfing Games every other year. It also organizes the ISA World Junior Surfing
Championships and sanctions a large number of competitions worldwide. By securing the Billabong sponsorship, the
World Surfing Games will now be held annually which is a huge boost for the ISA.
All three major ISA annual events (the World Junior, the World Surfing Games and the World Masters) award gold,
silver, bronze and copper championship medals in true Olympic spirit.
The ISA is the IOC recognized World governing body for surfing and all wave riding disciplines including bodyboard,
kneeboard, shortboard, longboard, skimboard, tandem, stand-up paddle and tow-in surfing. The ISA works for
surfing's development in member nations and the establishment of the sports in new regions around the world.
Rica where 49 member countries will be invited to compete as national teams.
I believe it is vital to provide a platform for these emerging surf regions stated Billabong's Vice President
Marketing, Graham Stapelberg. It is the only event of its kind where you get such a large representation of so
many different surf nations.
Traditionally the ISA holds the World Surfing Games every other year. It also organizes the ISA World Junior Surfing
Championships and sanctions a large number of competitions worldwide. By securing the Billabong sponsorship, the
World Surfing Games will now be held annually which is a huge boost for the ISA.
All three major ISA annual events (the World Junior, the World Surfing Games and the World Masters) award gold,
silver, bronze and copper championship medals in true Olympic spirit.
The ISA is the IOC recognized World governing body for surfing and all wave riding disciplines including bodyboard,
kneeboard, shortboard, longboard, skimboard, tandem, stand-up paddle and tow-in surfing. The ISA works for
surfing's development in member nations and the establishment of the sports in new regions around the world.
Monday, July 13, 2009
Unadilla Goes Retro for 2009
Since 1969, Unadilla has been a track synonymous with motocross. The famed facility hosted its first AMA Pro Motocross national in 1972 and ever since, Unadilla has stayed true to its roots and remains one of the most unique and challenging tracks in the world. As the oldest track on the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Schedule, New Berlin, New York’s historical gem has been the site of many legendary racing moments, as well as some of the most exciting races in series history. To celebrate the track’s 40th Anniversary, MX Sports Pro Racing has announced that this
summer’s event will have a “Retro” theme during the August 15 th event.
Everyone is invited to participate in the retro theme and is encouraged to wear something that celebrates the history of American Motocross from a bygone era. In the spirit of the old school, riders will don throwback-designed gear, reflecting the various styles, colors and patterns of the past 40 years of motocross as they fly in and out of the infamous Gravity Cavity.
While the sport has evolved, Unadilla takes pride in maintaining the heritage that makes it such an outstanding layout. Long, steep hills, natural tabletops, deep ruts and scattered rocks line the track, which gives it the unique character riders and fans enjoy.
All fans in attendance at the Unadilla Pro National are also encouraged to immerse themselves in the retro atmosphere by wearing old school gear of their own like vintage motocross apparel and the same bright colors that made the sport stand out throughout the 80’s and 90’s.
Vintage bikes will be on display in the pits and a number of special guests will be in attendance sharing their memories of Unadilla. Additionally, a number of special events are in store for Retro Day and details will be announced as the race approaches. To purchase tickets to this must see event, log onto www.allisports.com.
For more information about the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, please contact media coordinator Brandon Short via email at brandon@mxsports.com or by telephone at (949) 365-5752.
For fan and racing information on the 2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, log onto www.allisports.com.
MX Sports Pro Racing
MX Sports Pro Racing manages and produces the world’s most prestigious motocross series - the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. An industry leader in off road powersport production and management, its mission is to raise awareness of motocross racing through the production of professional championship racing events nationwide. Through its various racing properties, partnerships and affiliates, MX Sports Pro Racing fields more than 60,000 action sports athletes each year and attracts millions of active fans, spectators and enthusiasts. For more information, please visit www.mxsportsproracing.com.
Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports, is a global business that encompasses national and international action sports tours and events, multimedia production, and a consumer facing lifestyle brand. The Alliance includes: the Dew Tour, Winter Dew Tour, China Invitational, Maloof Money Cup, Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, King of Wake series, and the Gatorade Free Flow Tour; Alli TV Productions, which creates original content, produces and presents content with partners, and distributes Alli content through a variety of channels. Alli is owned by NBC Sports and MTV Networks and represents a network of athletes, fans, brands and properties. Its mission is to facilitate the momentous growth of action sports, through competition and lifestyle, for a new generation of fans and athletes. The Alli properties are home to more than 550,000 spectators each year and broadcasts more than 150 hours of original content in 100 countries and 280 million homes worldwide. More information can be found at www.allisports.com.
Lucas Oil Products Lucas Oil is a worldwide leader in the production of oils, greases, and additives. Based in Corona, Calif., Lucas Oil Products is one of the fastest-growing additive lines in the consumer automotive industry, featuring a premium line of oils, greases, and problem-solving additives. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas Oil Products has established itself as the top-selling additive line in the American truck-stop industry.
Forrest Lucas and his wife, Charlotte, founded Lucas Oil Products in 1989 after he spent 20 years as a truck driver and owner of a nationwide long-haul trucking fleet. They experienced firsthand the need for better lubricants and fuel treatments to maintain their equipment.
Lucas Oil is involved in an array of motorsports sponsorships, including the “Official Motor Oil of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship.” For more information on Lucas Oil, please visit www.LucasOil.com.
summer’s event will have a “Retro” theme during the August 15 th event.
Everyone is invited to participate in the retro theme and is encouraged to wear something that celebrates the history of American Motocross from a bygone era. In the spirit of the old school, riders will don throwback-designed gear, reflecting the various styles, colors and patterns of the past 40 years of motocross as they fly in and out of the infamous Gravity Cavity.
While the sport has evolved, Unadilla takes pride in maintaining the heritage that makes it such an outstanding layout. Long, steep hills, natural tabletops, deep ruts and scattered rocks line the track, which gives it the unique character riders and fans enjoy.
All fans in attendance at the Unadilla Pro National are also encouraged to immerse themselves in the retro atmosphere by wearing old school gear of their own like vintage motocross apparel and the same bright colors that made the sport stand out throughout the 80’s and 90’s.
Vintage bikes will be on display in the pits and a number of special guests will be in attendance sharing their memories of Unadilla. Additionally, a number of special events are in store for Retro Day and details will be announced as the race approaches. To purchase tickets to this must see event, log onto www.allisports.com.
For more information about the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, please contact media coordinator Brandon Short via email at brandon@mxsports.com or by telephone at (949) 365-5752.
For fan and racing information on the 2009 Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, log onto www.allisports.com.
MX Sports Pro Racing
MX Sports Pro Racing manages and produces the world’s most prestigious motocross series - the Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship. An industry leader in off road powersport production and management, its mission is to raise awareness of motocross racing through the production of professional championship racing events nationwide. Through its various racing properties, partnerships and affiliates, MX Sports Pro Racing fields more than 60,000 action sports athletes each year and attracts millions of active fans, spectators and enthusiasts. For more information, please visit www.mxsportsproracing.com.
Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports Alli, the Alliance of Action Sports, is a global business that encompasses national and international action sports tours and events, multimedia production, and a consumer facing lifestyle brand. The Alliance includes: the Dew Tour, Winter Dew Tour, China Invitational, Maloof Money Cup, Lucas Oil AMA Pro Motocross Championship, King of Wake series, and the Gatorade Free Flow Tour; Alli TV Productions, which creates original content, produces and presents content with partners, and distributes Alli content through a variety of channels. Alli is owned by NBC Sports and MTV Networks and represents a network of athletes, fans, brands and properties. Its mission is to facilitate the momentous growth of action sports, through competition and lifestyle, for a new generation of fans and athletes. The Alli properties are home to more than 550,000 spectators each year and broadcasts more than 150 hours of original content in 100 countries and 280 million homes worldwide. More information can be found at www.allisports.com.
Lucas Oil Products Lucas Oil is a worldwide leader in the production of oils, greases, and additives. Based in Corona, Calif., Lucas Oil Products is one of the fastest-growing additive lines in the consumer automotive industry, featuring a premium line of oils, greases, and problem-solving additives. Through innovative product research and development, along with aggressive marketing programs, Lucas Oil Products has established itself as the top-selling additive line in the American truck-stop industry.
Forrest Lucas and his wife, Charlotte, founded Lucas Oil Products in 1989 after he spent 20 years as a truck driver and owner of a nationwide long-haul trucking fleet. They experienced firsthand the need for better lubricants and fuel treatments to maintain their equipment.
Lucas Oil is involved in an array of motorsports sponsorships, including the “Official Motor Oil of the AMA Pro Motocross Championship.” For more information on Lucas Oil, please visit www.LucasOil.com.
ASA Action Sports World Tour - Big Air BMX Triples - Costa Mesa, CA
Tickets are available at all Ticketmaster outlets and Ticketmaster.com. Reserved Seats are $15 and include fair admission. General admission is free with paid OC Super Fair admission. Three-day event ticket packages are available at a 10% discount.
You can also purchase reserved seats now by clicking here.
The event is managed and operated by ASA Entertainment, the leading action sports event and television production company.
You can also purchase reserved seats now by clicking here.
The event is managed and operated by ASA Entertainment, the leading action sports event and television production company.
Friday, July 10, 2009
SIMA announces new dates for SIMA Surf Summit 2009
The Surf Industry Manufacturers Association (SIMA) is pleased to announce the new dates for Surf Summit 12: September 30 – October 3, 2009 at the Crowne Plaza Resort Los Cabos in San Jose del Cabo, Mexico.
After postponing the original May dates due to concern about the swine flu, SIMA is proud to be continuing the tradition of uniting the tribe in Cabo for the 12th annual SIMA Surf Summit.
"SIMA's new Surf Summit 12 dates reflect the surf industry leadership's strong consensus that we need an annual gathering of people and ideas, be it May or September,” said Doug Palladini, SIMA president. “We know that attending will remain a priority for all SIMA members given the need for increased business acumen and communication in these challenging economic times.”
The event activities will follow the same schedule as previously announced, including favorites such as the Retailer Appreciation Night, Cabo Crawl and the TransWorld SURFari. The winners of the SIMA Image Awards will also be announced during a ceremony in the sand on Friday, October 2, 2009.
The line-up of original speakers will change slightly and a finalized list of speakers will be released in the coming weeks. Attendees will enjoy the same educational benefits, networking and social surfing time as the successful years before.
All attendees that registered for the May Surf Summit dates have been contacted directly and have the option to either roll their registration into these new dates or be issued a refund if they are now unable to attend. For currently registered attendees wishing to roll their registration into the new dates or receive a refund, an Attendance Confirmation Form has been sent and MUST be completed and returned to the SIMA office by Friday, July 31, 2009.
Registration is now open to all SIMA members and surf retailers that were not previously registered for the event in May and can now attend during the new dates. Registration for non-SIMA members and non-surf retailers is by invitation only. The deadline to register is Friday, July 31, 2009.
This year SIMA Surf Summit will be at a new venue – the Crowne Plaza Resort Los Cabos cploscabos.com. The all-inclusive, beachside resort is located closer than in years past to all the hot surf spots, including East Cape, which is just 40-minutes away. With all rooms boasting an ocean view, two colossal pools, and as much great food as you can eat, the Crowne Plaza Resort Los Cabos will provide an epic experience all while allowing for a more affordable registration fee for attendees. The more than accommodating venue will set the stage for four days of networking, informative seminars and surfing.
For more Surf Summit 12 information, please visit sima.com/surfsummit.aspx. For registration materials or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Shannon Park, SIMA Event Manager, at Shannon@sima.com or 949.366.1164 x2.
After postponing the original May dates due to concern about the swine flu, SIMA is proud to be continuing the tradition of uniting the tribe in Cabo for the 12th annual SIMA Surf Summit.
"SIMA's new Surf Summit 12 dates reflect the surf industry leadership's strong consensus that we need an annual gathering of people and ideas, be it May or September,” said Doug Palladini, SIMA president. “We know that attending will remain a priority for all SIMA members given the need for increased business acumen and communication in these challenging economic times.”
The event activities will follow the same schedule as previously announced, including favorites such as the Retailer Appreciation Night, Cabo Crawl and the TransWorld SURFari. The winners of the SIMA Image Awards will also be announced during a ceremony in the sand on Friday, October 2, 2009.
The line-up of original speakers will change slightly and a finalized list of speakers will be released in the coming weeks. Attendees will enjoy the same educational benefits, networking and social surfing time as the successful years before.
All attendees that registered for the May Surf Summit dates have been contacted directly and have the option to either roll their registration into these new dates or be issued a refund if they are now unable to attend. For currently registered attendees wishing to roll their registration into the new dates or receive a refund, an Attendance Confirmation Form has been sent and MUST be completed and returned to the SIMA office by Friday, July 31, 2009.
Registration is now open to all SIMA members and surf retailers that were not previously registered for the event in May and can now attend during the new dates. Registration for non-SIMA members and non-surf retailers is by invitation only. The deadline to register is Friday, July 31, 2009.
This year SIMA Surf Summit will be at a new venue – the Crowne Plaza Resort Los Cabos cploscabos.com. The all-inclusive, beachside resort is located closer than in years past to all the hot surf spots, including East Cape, which is just 40-minutes away. With all rooms boasting an ocean view, two colossal pools, and as much great food as you can eat, the Crowne Plaza Resort Los Cabos will provide an epic experience all while allowing for a more affordable registration fee for attendees. The more than accommodating venue will set the stage for four days of networking, informative seminars and surfing.
For more Surf Summit 12 information, please visit sima.com/surfsummit.aspx. For registration materials or sponsorship opportunities, please contact Shannon Park, SIMA Event Manager, at Shannon@sima.com or 949.366.1164 x2.
Chip Miller Charitable Foundation Surf Fest

After the event, come on out to the Greate Bay Country Club in Somers Point for the afterparty - and while you're there, enjoy the Chip Miller Corvette Fest!
Entry is $30 for the first event and $10 per event for additional events. On the day of the event entry is $35 for the first event and $15 per event for additional events. Trophies and Prizes awarded to: 1st, 2nd, & 3rd place in each division.
In the event of cancellation, all events are non-refundable and are considered a charitable donation.
NOTE: It is the SURFER'S responsibility to be on time for the heat. No wake up calls provided! First heat begins at 8:00 am.
Under 18? If you are under 18 you must print out this form completed along with parent's signature and send to 3 Bayaire Road, Marmora, NJ 08223YOU HAVE 7 DAYS FROM REGISTERING ONLINE TO DO THIS IN ORDER FOR YOUR SPACE TO BE RESERVED!
Local Support Wakeboard Challenge in Paderborn

Pack die Badehose ein! Die T-Mobile Local Support Wakeboard Challenge steht vor der Tür. Die Wasserskianlage am Nesthauser See in Paderborn wird am 18. Juli 2009 würdiger Gastgeber der dritten Local Support Wakeboard Challenge sein. Die 800m lange, mit 2 Slidern, einem Kicker, einem Table und einer Funbox ausgestattete Anlage verspricht optimale Voraussetzungen für einen erstklassigen Contest.
Gestartet wird wie gewohnt in Zweier-Teams. Ein Novum in diesem Jahr ist jedoch die Unterteilung in Profi- und Amateur-Teams, denn auch Nachwuchsfahrer sind herzlich willkommen.
Für die Gewinner der Profiwertung winkt auch in diesem Jahr Unterstützung in Form eines neuen Obstacles im Wert von € 5.000 für einen Wakeboard-Spot ihrer Wahl. Auf die Siegerteams in der Amateur-Wertung warten ebenfalls jede Menge fette Sachpreise von Pro-tec und Oakley.
Die T-Mobile Local Support Wakeboard Challenge ist zudem die offizielle Qualifikation für die Summer Session der T-Mobile Extreme Playgrounds am 30. August 2009 in der Wasserski-Arena in Pinneberg bei Hamburg. Da es vor Ort keine offene Qualifikation mehr geben wird, ist dies die einzige Möglichkeit, sich einen Startplatz beim Finale der WWA Wake Park World Series 2009 zu sichern und dort gemeinsam mit den eingeladenen, internationalen Stars anzutreten. Über eine direkte Qualifikation dürfen sich der beste Profi-Rider sowie - dank der T-Mobile Wildcard - der beste Amateur freuen.
Sunday, July 5, 2009
Emerica's Wild in the Streets 2009

Lee Matasi
Emerica’s Wild in the Streets Main Event goes international for the first time! The Emerica team will be heading up to Vancouver, BC, Canada for Go Skateboarding Day on June 21, 2009, and Wild in the Streets. This year, Wild in the Streets will benefit LeeSide, the DIY skatepark that Lee Matasi started in Vancouver. Lee was shot and killed in 2005 and LeeSide is an extension of his dream. Make your plans now to head to Canada’s Hot Corner, and if you’re American, remember, you need your passport to get into Canada now. Stay tuned for more details.
Check it out HERE
Hang With Braydon and Herman
Red Bull Manny Mania AM Series Richmond
The Red Bull Manny Mania invite-only Pro in NYC was just the beginning. All summer long across 15 stops and all parts of the country, the Red Bull Manny Mania Am Series gives up-and-comers a chance to show off their best manual combos for a chance to win prizes, and the best will move on to compete online for claim of the best manual amateur across the U.S.A.
The Red Bull Manny Mania AM series is rolling across the country in an unrivaled hunt for the sickest manual combos. Got the skills?
***Updates on invited pros and where to register for Am stops will be released in May.***
The Red Bull Manny Mania AM series is rolling across the country in an unrivaled hunt for the sickest manual combos. Got the skills?
***Updates on invited pros and where to register for Am stops will be released in May.***

Thursday, July 2, 2009
THE SNAKEDOWN TRAILS JAM
High Cascade Snowboard Camp: Session 3
The NKF of Florida Surf Festival to land in Cocoa Beach
The 24th Annual NKF of Florida Surf Festival is the largest charity surfing competition in the world. Held over Labor Day weekend September 3-7th in Cocoa Beach Florida. We just lauched our new website .nkfsurf.com and all social media sites. Join in the fun and help make a difference.
The festival has been attended by several hundred thousand people throughout its 20 year history. All proceeds go to the NKF of Florida to support programs in patient services, research, public and professional education, and organ donation. In addition to raising funds, the festival strives to increase awareness of kidney disease with an emphasis on prevention and support for organ donation and transplantation.
Media attention for the festival grew along with sponsorships and, to date, this event has raised over four million dollars for patient programs provided by the NKF of Florida. Thousands of people attend the five-day event which features name entertainment, surfing competition, food and music, and a banquet and silent auction. Hundreds of prizes are given away including trips and surfboards from many manufacturers.
The festival has been attended by several hundred thousand people throughout its 20 year history. All proceeds go to the NKF of Florida to support programs in patient services, research, public and professional education, and organ donation. In addition to raising funds, the festival strives to increase awareness of kidney disease with an emphasis on prevention and support for organ donation and transplantation.
Media attention for the festival grew along with sponsorships and, to date, this event has raised over four million dollars for patient programs provided by the NKF of Florida. Thousands of people attend the five-day event which features name entertainment, surfing competition, food and music, and a banquet and silent auction. Hundreds of prizes are given away including trips and surfboards from many manufacturers.
Sunday, June 28, 2009
Hawaiian Islands Vintage Surf Auction offers sneak peek

Little more than six weeks remain before the Hawaiian Islands Vintage Surf Auction, presented by Quiksilver, rolls out at the Blaisdell Center in Honolulu, July 17 & 18, and bidders are already scrutinizing auction lots online.
Curator Randy Rarick has released an eclectic mix of 18 sneak peek items under his "Peek of the Week" selections that can be viewed online .
Among those already revealed:
Fred Hemmings art
This is one of five items from the James Arness Colection. This particular piece hung in Jim's dressing room at the CBS studio while he was filming "Gunsmoke". Because he liked Makaha so much, photographer, Dr. Don James, had given Arness the original negative from this famous shot of Fred Hemmings shooting the Makaha "Bowl".
Arness then had his studio artist paint this fantastic, huge 5' X 9' plywood backed rendition. Unfortunately, as luck would have it, the artist ruined the negative while he was painting the piece and Jim always felt bad about never being able to return the slide. The picture then hung in his Hollister Ranch house after leaving "Gunsmoke". Superb original condition oil painting, shown here with Fred Hemmings himself!. Photo courtesy Dana Edmunds.
General Veneer Hollow Wood
This is one of the very popular early wood boards that were the equivalent of the modern boogie board. Built using a hollow construction tecnique, they were very popular for body boarding because of their light weight and built in handles. Made of mahagony plywood and varnished, this particular board features the "Aloha" state seal of Hawaii water-slide decal. All orignial condition.
Hurley Pro 2009

The Hurley Pro at Lower Trestles, California is the only ASP World Tour stop to go down on mainland USA.
Kelly Slater took his 34th career win at Lower Trestles back in 2007, breaking Tom Curren’s previous record. Some say this place flatters the most average of surfer, but when the best guys in the world rock up to tear the waves apart, flattery will not be getting anyone anywhere. This is the most attackable wave on the planet.
Andy Irons took the first ASP World Tour event to be held here back in 2000. The USA’s Kelly Slater has since taken three wins here, clearing up in the last two years. After a shaky start at the beginning of this year, he will be looking to reaffirm his position as the greatest surfer of all time, and what better place to do it than on home surf.
As we approach the business end of the season, competition will be hot. The consistent waves at Trestles will be pounded by the fins of the world’s best. Tune in for the latest video highlights and you will not be disappointed.
Hurley US Open of Surfing 2009

What's the closest thing to watching the world's best surfers compete in a full-on stadium atmosphere? Look no further than Huntington Beach in July, when up to 500,000 people will find their way to the real Surf City, post up in the sand and cheer on their heroes at the Pier. It's been that way for 50 years now, starting with the US Championships in 1959 and evolving to today: the Hurley US Open of Surfing.
As the new title sponsor of this storied event, Hurley and its partners intend to make it a life-changing experience from dawn to dusk: Late-afternoon concerts. Hurley's Walk the Walk fashion competition. Elite-level BMX courtesy of Nike 6.0. The best skateboarders courtesy of Converse and Red Bull. And a swarm of activity, demonstrations and booths surrounding our "50 Years at the Pier" celebration.
Of course, center stage will be reserved for the ocean, where both men and women will be competing for points, prize money and HB glory in the title event, the Hurley US Open of Surfing. As a six-star ASP qualifier at the mid-way point in the season, the winner here often goes on to the coveted Dream Tour. Case in point: last year's US Open Men's Champ Nathaniel Curran, who ended up winning the 2008 World Qualifying Series and is now a rookie in the elite Top 45. Along with the six-star, Nike 6.0 will be holding an ASP Pro Junior event another important challenge on the path to become the 20-and-under world junior champion. Rounding out the center stage will be a celebration of the world's top longboarders in a soon-to-be announced format that will certainly have the crowd cheering for more.
In addition to all of this, the Hurley US Open, in conjunction with the World Professional Surfers athlete union, will be introducing the first-ever WPS All Stars event. This will include participation from 10 of the world's best surfers voted on by you the fans. They will surf in the event, sign autographs and blow us away in a special-format expression session that must be seen to be believed.
This isn't just the closest thing to a stadium; it is a stadium. The only place to witness a gathering of the world's most talented action sports stars all in one stretch of sand. As local favorite Brett Simpson says, "Competing in the US Open is one event I look forward to all year theres no other event like it, really. The crowds, the activity, the excitement it's like you have no choice but to perform at your very best."
Thursday, June 25, 2009
2009 Northwest National MX Series
Nike 6.0 Pier Pressure presented by Jack's

The Nike 6.0 Pro Jr. will take place on June 28th and 29th on the US’s biggest surf stage, Huntington Beach, CA. Featuring the world’s best and most progressive surfers from ASP Junior World Pro Junior Series, the Pier Pressure provides a vital stepping-stone to the World Qualifying Series (WQS) and the World Championship Tour (WCT).
Offering an opportunity to earn maximum points toward the 2010 Billabong World Junior Championships, the Nike 6.0 Pier Pressure draw pits top-rated Junior competitors from around the world against the highest rated North Americans. Qualifying through their results at the 2009 Billabong World Juniors, up to six of the highest rated surfers from Australia, Japan, Africa, Europe, South America and Hawaii will receive seeds into the event to compete against the field of North Americans. All the American surfers have been seeded into the events based on their ASP North America Junior Grade results from last year.
2008 Winner’s Podium
The Nike 6.0 Pier Pressure offers a $20,000 prize purse to competitors this year who were 19 years of age or under as of January 1, 2009. The ASP Junior Grade Series is a global tour that offers an important competitive arena for emerging professional surfers interested in developing their competitive skills. The Junior Tour culminates each year with the Billabong World Junior Championships, where the top five surfers from each ASP region compete for the World Junior Title. Past winners include Andy Irons, Joel Parkinson and Adriano de Souza. This year, there are 10 scheduled North American events for domestic competitors to accumulate qualification points. And while this increase from previous year’s schedule presents the surfers with greater opportunities to accumulate those points, an intense competitive draw, makes it crucial for each to perform at their peak in every heat. Three-quarters of their results will count towards their overall year-end standing, with the top five surfers receiving a seed into the Billabong World Junior Championships. The Nike 6.0 Pier Pressure will provide opportunities for North Americans to earn these coveted qualifying points and international surfers a shot at the money.
If you can’t make it down to the celebration make sure you watch the live webcast June 28th and 29th.

Monday, June 22, 2009
World Championship of Skimboarding

"The Victoria Skimboards World Championship of Skimboarding is the longest running contest on the skimboarding circuit to date. It is also the most prestigious contest on the United Skim Tour. Over the years the contest rules and regulations have been copied by contest organizers from across the globe. Currently in its 33rd year of operation, the Victoria WCS is the contest that defines greatness. A skimboarder cannot lay claim to be one of the best skimboarders in the world until they have competed and won at the Victoria WCS.
This year the event will be held on June 27th & 28th, 2009. This is earlier than normal but that is when the tides will be at their best and give us the best opportunity for quality conditions. Aliso Beach in Laguna Beach California will again host the Victoria WCS. Registration can be found here^^^.
If there is additional information that you need, please do not hesitate to contact us at the phone number provided. Thanks and we look forward to seeing you on the beach.
Rasta Taco will be catering the event on Sunday, June 28, 2009 providing tacos for all competitors and employees of the event. At registration you will need to pick up your food voucher in order to receive some of their fantastic food. A special thanks from Victoria Skimboards to Rasta Taco for helping keep the energy alive at the contest."
Hawaiian Islands Vintage Surf Auction launches in July
The vault of surf collectibles for the Hawaiian Islands Vintage Surf Auction, presented by Quiksilver Premium is ready for auction. A stunning collection has been amassed, and is set to go under the hammer at the Blaisdell Center, Honolulu, on July 17 & 18, 2009.
Event producer Randy Rarick has been tracking down leads from as far away as Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; the Gold Coast of Australia; the shores of Lima, Peru; the coasts of the Americas; and, of course, right here in his backyard of the Hawaiian Islands.
Beyond wood surfboards from the early 20th century, Rarick has uncovered hollow Blake paddleboards from the '30s, laminated wood boards of the '40s, classic balsas from the '50s, North Shore guns of the '60s, and pro boards from the '70s and '80s. New items continue to flow in.
"The response to the call for consignment items has been phenomenal", noted Rarick.
One of the best collections has come from none other than James Arness of 'Marshall Dillon' fame from the "Gunsmoke" TV series of the '60s. The father of 1970 World Surfing Champion Rolf Arness, James and his family spent winters on the west side at Makaha for close to a decade.
The list of items from the Arness collection includes a 1940's Pete Peterson paddleboard; a 1950 Bob Simmons balsa board; a 13-foot Surfboards Hawaii Dick Brewer Makaha Point gun from the early '60s; and a 12-foot version of son Rolf's Bing Maui Foil. There's also a studio artist rendition of Fred Hemmings' famous ride from the Don James photo at the Makaha Bowl.
"To say the least, these five items alone could make up the auction itself, yet they represent only five per cent of the total items that will be up for bid," said Rarick. Surf decals, posters, art work, and a variety of printed material dating from the missionary era right up to the heyday golden '60s will be available.
A fun grouping of silent auction items will also be available offering low priced deals in addition to the high-end quality items.
Last Call for Consignment Items:
Auction staff are still on the hunt for consignment items. Ninety per cent of the sale price of items will go back to the owners. The remaining 10% will be allocated to the auction's beneficiaries that include: the Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation; the Surfrider Foundation; and the Surfing Heritage Foundation. So, if you have any old surf treasures in the attic, under your house or stashed away in the garage, pull them out and see if they're worth consigning to the auction and a good cause. This is the last call for consignment items.
The final list of items selected from those submitted will be announced mid-May. Feature items that have already made the cut are currently being shown on the popular "Peek of the Week" at hawaiiansurfauction.com which features a new item each Monday right up until auction day. Free Appraisals In Person, or on the Internet:
Even if you don't want to sell it, if you are in Honolulu bring your surf collectible along for a free valuation at the Antiques Roadshow-style appraisal that will take place on day one - July 17th. A panel of six expert appraisers will be on hand to let you know what your item is worth. If you can't make it to Hawaii, go online at: hawaiiansurfauction.com and event staff will give you a free appraisal over the internet. The auction will also be streamed live on the internet.
Pre-Registration Opens to Bidders May 1st: Pre-registration will commence May 1st for those planning to attend in person and those who want to lodge Absentee Proxy Bids. Please go to: hawaiiansurfauction.com for complete registration and auction information.
Over the past four auctions more than $1,500,000 of the finest vintage surfboards and surf memorabilia have changed hands and over $75,000 has been donated to various charitable causes and foundations.
DETAILS:
Friday July 17: Viewing from noon to 6pm, including Antiques Roadshow-style appraisals.
Saturday July 18: Doors open for viewing at 10am. Silent auction 2:00-4:30pm. Main Auction 5-9pm.
Free viewing. Bidders must purchase a bidding number.
Pre-registration begins May 1st, 2009.
Event producer Randy Rarick has been tracking down leads from as far away as Rio de Janeiro, Brazil; the Gold Coast of Australia; the shores of Lima, Peru; the coasts of the Americas; and, of course, right here in his backyard of the Hawaiian Islands.
Beyond wood surfboards from the early 20th century, Rarick has uncovered hollow Blake paddleboards from the '30s, laminated wood boards of the '40s, classic balsas from the '50s, North Shore guns of the '60s, and pro boards from the '70s and '80s. New items continue to flow in.
"The response to the call for consignment items has been phenomenal", noted Rarick.
One of the best collections has come from none other than James Arness of 'Marshall Dillon' fame from the "Gunsmoke" TV series of the '60s. The father of 1970 World Surfing Champion Rolf Arness, James and his family spent winters on the west side at Makaha for close to a decade.
The list of items from the Arness collection includes a 1940's Pete Peterson paddleboard; a 1950 Bob Simmons balsa board; a 13-foot Surfboards Hawaii Dick Brewer Makaha Point gun from the early '60s; and a 12-foot version of son Rolf's Bing Maui Foil. There's also a studio artist rendition of Fred Hemmings' famous ride from the Don James photo at the Makaha Bowl.
"To say the least, these five items alone could make up the auction itself, yet they represent only five per cent of the total items that will be up for bid," said Rarick. Surf decals, posters, art work, and a variety of printed material dating from the missionary era right up to the heyday golden '60s will be available.
A fun grouping of silent auction items will also be available offering low priced deals in addition to the high-end quality items.
Last Call for Consignment Items:
Auction staff are still on the hunt for consignment items. Ninety per cent of the sale price of items will go back to the owners. The remaining 10% will be allocated to the auction's beneficiaries that include: the Outrigger Duke Kahanamoku Foundation; the Surfrider Foundation; and the Surfing Heritage Foundation. So, if you have any old surf treasures in the attic, under your house or stashed away in the garage, pull them out and see if they're worth consigning to the auction and a good cause. This is the last call for consignment items.
The final list of items selected from those submitted will be announced mid-May. Feature items that have already made the cut are currently being shown on the popular "Peek of the Week" at hawaiiansurfauction.com which features a new item each Monday right up until auction day. Free Appraisals In Person, or on the Internet:
Even if you don't want to sell it, if you are in Honolulu bring your surf collectible along for a free valuation at the Antiques Roadshow-style appraisal that will take place on day one - July 17th. A panel of six expert appraisers will be on hand to let you know what your item is worth. If you can't make it to Hawaii, go online at: hawaiiansurfauction.com and event staff will give you a free appraisal over the internet. The auction will also be streamed live on the internet.
Pre-Registration Opens to Bidders May 1st: Pre-registration will commence May 1st for those planning to attend in person and those who want to lodge Absentee Proxy Bids. Please go to: hawaiiansurfauction.com for complete registration and auction information.
Over the past four auctions more than $1,500,000 of the finest vintage surfboards and surf memorabilia have changed hands and over $75,000 has been donated to various charitable causes and foundations.
DETAILS:
Friday July 17: Viewing from noon to 6pm, including Antiques Roadshow-style appraisals.
Saturday July 18: Doors open for viewing at 10am. Silent auction 2:00-4:30pm. Main Auction 5-9pm.
Free viewing. Bidders must purchase a bidding number.
Pre-registration begins May 1st, 2009.

2009 USA Rip Curl GromSearch Series

All participants must be 16 years of age or younger as of January 1, 2009 to be eligible to compete in the Rip Curl GromSearch. Entrants are limited to a maximum of 2 divisions ($35 per division), and they can only enter up their gender’s age division, not down. This will be a one or two day event, entries pending. This announcement will be made during the week prior to the event on www.ripcurl.com.
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Manasquan Longboard Classic Surf Contest

Event page for the Manasquan Classic Longboard Contest - held in September at Manasquan Inlet Beach, NJ.
All proceeds support of the Jersey Shore Chapter of Surfrider Foundation.
All contestants must ride a pre-1967 longboard.
6 divisions: Men, Women, Jr Men, Jr Women, Tandem, and the Clown Division.
No leashes (swim for your board), No rules (Drop-in's at your risk) , No complaints (the scores are final).
The 2009 New York Surf Film Festival!

Following up on the very successful and popular 2008 debut, the 2009 festival promises even more features and great short films! Deadline for submissions is May 31st. Full schedule and ticket information will be available soon! Mark your calendars!Tribeca Cinemas 54 Varick St, NYC - September 25th-27th, 2009 - Click here for directions! Liked last year's submissions? Purchase copies - Click here for the NYSFF Online Store!
RED BULL X FIGHTERS USA 2009
Hold onto your hats, Red Bull X Fighters is coming to town! After staying true to the motto "Everything's Bigger in Texas" in 2008 with a brilliant aerial rodeo show set on a massive course, the world's best FMX riders are set to return to the Wild West with guns blazing for a high-octane showdown after the scorching sun sets on Saturday, June 27.
Last year saw Jeremy Stenberg (USA) battle it out in a spectacular final with Mat Rebeaud (SUI) in front of a sold out crowd of 20,000 fans at the Historic Forth Worth Stockyards. But Stendberg had to concede defeat to the Swiss star, who pulled an incredible Superman Backflip Indie over the 120-foot gap and claimed his first-ever win on American soil. Rebeaud dominated the Series and went on to capture the overall championship.
In 2009, the riders will return to the Stockyards with even bigger tricks and greater inspiration and an enthusiasm that can only be described as "Texas sized!"
Created back in 2001, the Red Bull X Fighters concerpt has grown to become the biggest and most respected freestyle motocross tour on the planet, featuring the world's best riders throwing down mad tricks in stunning locations across the globe. The 5 stop world tour that is scheduled to rock the USA, Canada, Mexico, Spain, and England in 2009 is the culmination of a truly unbelievable success story. It's going to be one hell of a season as the best riders in the world meet again at the Red Bull X Fighters to take FMX to the next level.
Last year saw Jeremy Stenberg (USA) battle it out in a spectacular final with Mat Rebeaud (SUI) in front of a sold out crowd of 20,000 fans at the Historic Forth Worth Stockyards. But Stendberg had to concede defeat to the Swiss star, who pulled an incredible Superman Backflip Indie over the 120-foot gap and claimed his first-ever win on American soil. Rebeaud dominated the Series and went on to capture the overall championship.
In 2009, the riders will return to the Stockyards with even bigger tricks and greater inspiration and an enthusiasm that can only be described as "Texas sized!"
Created back in 2001, the Red Bull X Fighters concerpt has grown to become the biggest and most respected freestyle motocross tour on the planet, featuring the world's best riders throwing down mad tricks in stunning locations across the globe. The 5 stop world tour that is scheduled to rock the USA, Canada, Mexico, Spain, and England in 2009 is the culmination of a truly unbelievable success story. It's going to be one hell of a season as the best riders in the world meet again at the Red Bull X Fighters to take FMX to the next level.
Monday, June 15, 2009
Red Bull Butter Cup at Snow Park Niagara

90 Degree Weather Can't Stop the Winter Fun at Snow Park Niagara
Red Bull Buttercup is a contest series that takes place on East Coast. It’s all about how much style Snowboarders can spread onto the custom-made board features also known as a "butterpads." Jib, bonk, tap and slide your way across the multi-featured pad, however you like, just make sure you lay it on with a lot of smooth buttering.
50 of the top East Coast Regional riders will go head-to-head in a jam formatted event, carving and spreading the snow like butter for $5000 in cash and prizes. Overall style and creativity will help the cream rise to the top. Only tricks that include buttering will count for judging, so be ready to spread it on in this purely pasteurized competition!
Snow Park Niagara Falls' SnowMagic technology makes snow all summer long to prolong winter fun. The technology can make snow in ANY temperature. Other summer activities include an NHL size rink with artificial ice, a snow play area and a tubing hill that will be converted for Red Bull Butter Cup features.
Red Bull Buttercup, Gives East Coasters a Reason to Dust off Their Boards
WHO: Red Bull, Snow Park Niagara Falls and approximately 50 snowboarders throughout the Northeast and US.
WHAT: Snowboarders sliding on rails, jumps and anything else they can carve and fly off – all in the heat of the summer
WHERE: The first of its kind in the region, Snow Park Niagara Falls is located at 427 First Street, Niagara Falls NY 14301. Red Bull Buttercup takes place on the bottom of the Snow Park Niagara Falls snow hill.
WHEN: July 9, 2009
7:00 – 10:00 PM
(Rider Registration at 5pm, practice 5:30-6:30pm)
Free Event for Spectators
Nike SB: Official Debacle Trailer
Santa Cruz and Creature: Saints and Sinners Tour 2009
Thursday, June 11, 2009
Hang With Braydon
Nat Young Claims ASP Grade-3 Arnette Pro Junior

Nat Young (Santa Cruz, CA), 17, won the Association of Surfing Professionals (ASP) North America Pro Junior Series Grade-3 Arnette All Day Antics Pro Junior presented by Jack’s Surfboards in two-to-three foot (1 metre) surf at 56th street in Newport Beach, California topping fellow finalists Keanu Asing (Ewa Beach, HI), 16, Cory Arrambide (Ventura, CA), 19, and Cody Thompson (Jacksonville, FL), 19.
All surfers competing on the ASP North America Pro Junior Series are battling for their spot at the ASP World Junior Championships held in Narrabeen, Australia each January. ASP North America will send the series’ top three finishers at year’s end to the coveted event, where each surfer earns the chance to claim the prestigious title of ASP World Junior Champion.
Young’s dominating performance in the Arnette All Day Antics explained why he is a threat in every ASP North America Pro Junior Series event. The humble goofy-footer annihilated his competition today and jumped out to an early lead in the Final, posting two average scores before smashing an 8.25 out of 10 on his last wave to solidify the win.
“The Final was kind of weird,” Young said. “There weren’t many good waves, so I just tried to stay busy and keep improving my scores and luckily on that last wave I got two good turns in and got a solid score.”
The Santa Cruz native’s lightning-quick forehand approach and impeccable wave ion on the racy lefthanders at 56th street played a critical role in his impressive showing.
”I think it definitely helps to be on your forehand out here on these lefts,” Young said. “It’s pretty fast, but in the end you’ve really just got to get the best waves out there. It’s whoever gets the best waves.”
The Arnette All Day Antics Pro Junior victory by Young will play a critical role in his quest toward requalification for next year’s ASP World Junior Championships and will launch him towards the top of the 2009 ASP North America Pro Junior Series ratings.
“I’m stoked to win the Grade-3,” Young said. “This is my first win of the year and it’s especially good because of the extra points, so it’s important for this year.”
Asing quietly marched his way through to a second place finish, smashing the 56th street lefthanders on his backhand throughout the event in route to his standout performance. The explosive Hawaiian got off to a slow start in the Final, but worked his way back up the ladder to finish behind Young.
“I’m just really happy to make the Final,” Asing said. “It’s great to come over here and get some points. Congratulations to Nat (Young) and all of the other finalists, everyone was surfing well."
Asing is hoping his second place finish will help his chances in representing Hawaii at the Billabong ASP World Junior Championships next year.
“It’s really cool to be able to earn points towards qualification for worlds,” Asing said. “I had fun here and I hope this helps my cause.”
Arrambide, who was the defending Arnette Pro Junior Series Champion, was off to a rough start to his 2009 season, but the defending ASP North America Pro Junior Series Champion was back to his usual domineering form en route to his third place result. The Ventura local smashed a seven-point-ride early on in the Final, but could not find another solid score to take out the win.
“I was definitely nervous coming in to this contest,” Arrambide said. “My first two contests were kind of shockers, but since then, I’ve been training harder than ever and I’m stoked to get on a role. I haven’t really had a good heat yet, I’ve just kind of been skimming through.”
Thompson’s Final berth was a notable result for the ASP North America Pro Junior standout, marking his first appearance amongst the final four surfers in three years. The talented Floridian’s fourth place finish at the Arnette Pro Junior helped him break out of his early season slump and Thompson was happy to capitalize on the additional ASP Grade-3 points on offer.
“This is the first Pro Junior Final I’ve made since I was 16,” Thompson said. “I’ve been in a slump, so I’m stoked to have made it here. I’ve had a really bad year. This is the first event that I’ve made it out of my seeded round, so to make it to the Final in this one, a Grade-3, it’s really important to me.”
The next ASP North America Pro Junior Series event will be the ASP Grade-4 Nike 6.0 Pier Pressure presented by Jack’s from June 28-29, 2009.
For all of the Arnette All Day Antics Pro Junior Series highlights log on to www.arnetteprojunior.com
For additional ASP information log on to www.aspworldtour.com or www.aspnorthamerica.org
Arnette All Day Antics Pro Junior Final Results:
1 -
Nat Young (USA) 14.25
2 -
Keanu Asing (HAW) 13.05
3 -
Cory Arrambide (USA) 10.60
4 -
Cody Thompson (USA) 8.50
Arnette All Day Antics Pro Junior Semifinals Results: (1st and 2nd advance)
SF 1:
Keanu Asing (HAW) 13.75, Cory Arrambide (USA) 9.90, Luke Davis (USA) 9.45, Chase Wilson (USA) 7.25
SF 2:
Nat Young (USA) 15.50, Cody Thompson (USA) 13.00, Andrew Doheny (USA)11.80, Fisher Heverly (USA) 8.00
Arnette All Day Antics Pro Junior Quarterfinals Results: (1st and 2nd advance)
QF 1:
Keanu Asing (HAW) 15.15, Luke Davis (USA) 13.35, Jeffrey Lukasik (USA) 11.35, Ian Crane (USA) 7.40
QF 2:
Chase Wilson (USA) 11.50, Cory Arrambide (USA) 9.25, Evan Geiselman (USA) 7.95, Matt Meola (HAW) 7.35
QF 3:
Nat Young (USA) 15.15, Cody Thompson (USA) 11.75, Mike McCabe (USA) 11.55, Granger Larsen (HAW) 10.35
QF 4:
Fisher Heverly (USA) 9.90, Andrew Doheny (USA) 8.50, Quinn McCrystal (USA) 8.35, Tayler Brothers (USA) 6.15
Arnette All Day Antics Pro Junior Round of 32 Results: (1st and 2nd advance)
Heat 1:
Jeffrey Lukasik (USA) 11.25, Ian Crane (USA) 9.00, Brent Reilly (USA) 8.45, Evan Thompson (USA) 7.50
Heat 2:
Keanu Asing (HAW) 17.00, Luke Davis (USA) 11.60, Oliver Kurtz (USA) 7.60, Adam Lambert (USA) 6.95
Heat 3:
Evan Geiselman (USA) 16.00, Matt Meola (HAW) 11.75, Ford Archbold (USA) 11.50, Albee Layer (HAW) 10.50
Heat 4:
Chase Wilson (USA) 15.00, Cory Arrambide (USA) 10.00, Evan Kane (HAW) 5.95, Balaram Stack (USA) 2.95
Heat 5:
Nat Young (USA) 10.10, Mike McCabe (USA) 8.50, Dylan Goodale (HAW) 7.75, Matt Pagan (USA) 7.00
Heat 6:
Granger Larsen (USA) 13.75, Cody Thompson (USA) 13.40, Michael Dunphy (USA) 10.35, Kolohe Andino (USA) 7.95
Heat 7:
Quinn McCrystal (USA) 10.90, Andrew Doheny (USA) 10.35, Kyle Galtes (HAW) 9.25, Matt Costa (USA) 8.80
Heat 8:
Fisher Heverly (USA) 10.35, Tayler Brothers (USA) 9.75, Taylor Thorne (USA) 5.60, Levi Gonzales (HAW) 4.00
Free Flow Tour 2009

The Free Flow Tour is the Official Amateur Series of the AST Dew Tour. Our goal is to find top talent from across the country while giving skaters and bmx’ers of all abilities the opportunity to experience the thrill of competing in a contest.
Here’s how it works. Free Flow will be throwing regional contests at parks all over the country this summer. The winner from each of these regional contests will win an all expense paid trip to the Free Flow Finals at the Toyota Challenge in Salt Lake City, Utah. The winner of the Free Flow Finals will earn a wildcard spot to compete against the pros at the AST Dew Tour PlayStation® Pro.
New stops to the Gatorade Free Flow Tour include M.I.A. in Miami, Florida, Chaz Ortiz’s home park Warp in Chicago, and Epic in Rocklin, California. The Tour will return to Ecke YMCA in Encinitas and Claramont’s Mission Valley YMCA.

Sunday, June 7, 2009
Concrete Rodeo Tour 2009
The 2009 tour of The Concrete Rodeo is underway…
Concrete Rodeo is a series of skateboarding competitions open to non-sponsored skaters, with divisions for women and men.
The Concrete Rodeo Tour organizers believe strongly in the freedom of expression in skateboarding, we have no desire to create some outline that alters your ability to skate as you feel. We do need to create an environment that allows each of you to express this freedom in your own unique way… Thus, these guidelines will only provide the highway, you can drive in any direction you want!
First State Nationals - ABA PRO / UCI Series

2009 Schedule B
Friday Pre-Race
Registration: 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Registration closes at 5:00pm NO EXCEPTIONS
Race: 6:00pm Awards: 1st - 4th place only
National Registration:
Friday: Fri/Sat/Sun events 2:00pm - 5:00pm |(closed - 5:00pm to 6:30pm)| Sat/Sun events 6:30pm until end of Pre-Race
Saturday: Sat/Sun events 7:30am - 9:30am | Sun event only: 12 noon - 3:00pm
Sunday: NO REGISTRATION - NO EXCEPTIONS
National Race Times:
Saturday: registration closes @ 9:30am (NO EXCEPTIONS ) | Race: 11:30am
Sunday: gates open: 7:00am - corrections 7:00 - 7:30am only! | Race: 8:00am
AWARDS TO ALL IN MAIN
PRACTICE
FRIDAY
CLASS
SATURDAY
2:30- 2:55 pm
13 & under Cruisers
8:00-8:25 am
2:55-3:20 pm
14 & over Cruisers
8:25-8:50 am
3:20-3:45 pm
7 & under Boys/Girls
8:50-9:15 am
3:45-4:10 pm
8-10 Boys/Girls
9:15-9:40 am
4:10-4:35 pm
11-13 Boys/Girls
9:40-10:05 am
4:35-5:00 pm
14-16 Boys/Girls
10:05-10:30 am
5:00-5:25 pm
17 & Over Boys/Girls
10:30-10:55 am
5:25-5:50 pm
PRO- UCI Men / Women
10:55-11:20 am
Customer Appreciation Ride
Friday, June 5, 2009
VERSUS and WGN Begin Airing the ASA Action Sports World Tour on Saturday, June 13th
If you missed any of the first four stops of the 2009 ASA Action Sports World Tour presented by BFD.com (ASA ASWT), you’re in luck. Starting June 13th, VERSUS and WGN will bring fans all of the ramp-shredding action for five consecutive weeks, through July 11th. ASA Entertainment (ASA), the leader in action sports event and television production will provide complete coverage of the Spring ASA Action Sports World Tour competitions. The events feature the world’s top skateboarding, BMX and freestyle motocross pros competing for qualifying spots into the season-ending Action Sports World Championships, as well as in-depth athlete interviews, behind-the-scenes footage, musical performances, and action-packed coverage of all of the contests.
The broadcast schedule is as follows:
Saturday, June 13th Minneapolis ASWT 3:00pm* VERSUS
Wednesday,June 17th Minneapolis ASWT 5:00pm* VERSUS
Saturday, June 20th Chicago ASWT 3:00pm* VERSUS
Wednesday, June 24th Chicago ASWT 5:00pm* VERSUS
Saturday, June 27th Cincinnati ASWT 3:00pm* VERSUS
Wednesday, July 1st Cincinnati ASWT 5:00pm* VERSUS
Thursday, July 2nd Cincinnati ASWT 4:00pm* VERSUS
Thursday, July 9th Rincon FMX 9:00pm* WGN
Saturday, July 11th Rincon FMX 2:00pm* WGN
Saturday, July 11th Chicago ASWT 3:00pm* WGN
*All times are EST and are subject to change. Please check your local listings and visit ActionSportsTour.com for more information and details.
The 2009 ASA ASWT launched from Harrah’s Rincon Casino & Resort with some of the best freestyle motocross pros competing in the first-ever FMX team competition, the FMX Team Energy Cup. Team SoCal butted heads against Team Nevada as riders, including Jeff “Ox” Kargola (San Clemente, California), Mike Mason (Fresno, California) and Matt Buyten (Carson City, Nevada) flipped and whipped their way toward the title of Best FMX Team.
Minneapolis, Minnesota (Target Center) and Chicago, Illinois (Sears Centre Arena) were the host cities for the second and third stops of the tour, and saw skateboarding stars Pierre-Luc Gagnon (Montreal, Canada) and Danny Mayer (Omaha, Nebraska), battle among an elite field of skateboarding’s best. In addition, action sports’ newest sensation, Big-Air BMX Triples lit up the crowd with superstars, Ryan Guettler (Queensland, Australia), Rob Darden (Greenville, North Carolina), Daniel Dhers (Caracas, VZ), Cory Nastazio (Tehachapi, CA), T.J. Ellis (Moreno Valley, California) and more. Action sports fans witnessed intense competition as the athletes dug deep into their bag of tricks and put on jaw-dropping shows.
The tour’s fourth stop was at Kings Island theme park in Cincinnati, Ohio where the skateboard vert athletes were joined by a host of BMX vert legends including, Chad Kagy (Gilroy, California), Simon Tabron (Newquay, England) and Steve McCann (Melbourne, AUS). A mock Eiffel Tower was the backdrop for this competition, as the athletes put on a show as thrilling as the world-renowned roller coasters found at Kings Island.
For more details on the ASA Action Sports World Tour presented by BFD.com, the television schedule or event information, please contact Denise M. Abbott at 310 410 3020 ext. 309 or via email at abbott@asaent.com, or visit ActionSportsTour.com.
The broadcast schedule is as follows:
Saturday, June 13th Minneapolis ASWT 3:00pm* VERSUS
Wednesday,June 17th Minneapolis ASWT 5:00pm* VERSUS
Saturday, June 20th Chicago ASWT 3:00pm* VERSUS
Wednesday, June 24th Chicago ASWT 5:00pm* VERSUS
Saturday, June 27th Cincinnati ASWT 3:00pm* VERSUS
Wednesday, July 1st Cincinnati ASWT 5:00pm* VERSUS
Thursday, July 2nd Cincinnati ASWT 4:00pm* VERSUS
Thursday, July 9th Rincon FMX 9:00pm* WGN
Saturday, July 11th Rincon FMX 2:00pm* WGN
Saturday, July 11th Chicago ASWT 3:00pm* WGN
*All times are EST and are subject to change. Please check your local listings and visit ActionSportsTour.com for more information and details.
The 2009 ASA ASWT launched from Harrah’s Rincon Casino & Resort with some of the best freestyle motocross pros competing in the first-ever FMX team competition, the FMX Team Energy Cup. Team SoCal butted heads against Team Nevada as riders, including Jeff “Ox” Kargola (San Clemente, California), Mike Mason (Fresno, California) and Matt Buyten (Carson City, Nevada) flipped and whipped their way toward the title of Best FMX Team.
Minneapolis, Minnesota (Target Center) and Chicago, Illinois (Sears Centre Arena) were the host cities for the second and third stops of the tour, and saw skateboarding stars Pierre-Luc Gagnon (Montreal, Canada) and Danny Mayer (Omaha, Nebraska), battle among an elite field of skateboarding’s best. In addition, action sports’ newest sensation, Big-Air BMX Triples lit up the crowd with superstars, Ryan Guettler (Queensland, Australia), Rob Darden (Greenville, North Carolina), Daniel Dhers (Caracas, VZ), Cory Nastazio (Tehachapi, CA), T.J. Ellis (Moreno Valley, California) and more. Action sports fans witnessed intense competition as the athletes dug deep into their bag of tricks and put on jaw-dropping shows.
The tour’s fourth stop was at Kings Island theme park in Cincinnati, Ohio where the skateboard vert athletes were joined by a host of BMX vert legends including, Chad Kagy (Gilroy, California), Simon Tabron (Newquay, England) and Steve McCann (Melbourne, AUS). A mock Eiffel Tower was the backdrop for this competition, as the athletes put on a show as thrilling as the world-renowned roller coasters found at Kings Island.
For more details on the ASA Action Sports World Tour presented by BFD.com, the television schedule or event information, please contact Denise M. Abbott at 310 410 3020 ext. 309 or via email at abbott@asaent.com, or visit ActionSportsTour.com.
Liquid Force's Lyman Days!

The peoples champ, Keith Lyman, will be making the rounds with Liquid Force through the southeast over the next few weeks. He'll be rolling out with his new LF signature board for you to personally try out!
He'll also be bringing all kinds of other new 2009 Liquid Force products for you to check out, so look at the schedule below for dates and locations, lock it into your calendar, and come out to meet Keith and
session the new Liquid Force Lyman!
Monday, June 22nd Raleigh, NC contact: Overtons (919) 850-9754
Tuesday, June 23rd Charlotte, NC contact: North Point Water Sports (704) 799-6666
Wednesday, June 24th Smith Mountain Lake, VA contact: Wake N Skate (540) 721-1941
Monday, June 29th Knoxville, TN contact: American Boat Center (865) 777-2628
Liquid Force's World Famous BROstock is Back!
The world's best wake event is coming back to Lake Powell once again this year! Liquid Force's BROstock will be taking place June 12-14 at scenic Lake Powell. Fueled by Monster Energy, BROstock will feature thirty of the world's best riders including Shawn Watson, Shane Bonifay, and Phillip Soven competing in a double-up contest for the most money in wakeboarding!
We'll also be including a wake skate element to the event this year, as the best of the best skaters will be throwing down to take home the top spot!
Skiers Choice is the official towboat of BROstock, and they'll be pulling the world's best behind their new BROstock Edition Supra 24 SSV (www.supraboats.com/liquidforce_BROstock). We'll be premiering top new video releases Out of the Pond and Box of Fun Friday night right at the event. Come and hang out with your favorite LF teamriders, pick up a pair of custom Dragon BROstock sunglasses, and have the time of your live. Come for the contest, and stay for the party!
Sponsors of 2009's BROstock include Monster Energy, Liquid Force, Skiers Choice, Dragon Alliance, Alliance Wakeboard Magazine, FUEL TV, New Era Cap, and Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas.
For additional information and a video teaser for this year's event, head on over to www.liquidforce.com/brostock09.htm
About Liquid Force:-
Founded in 1995, Liquid Force quickly became the leader in wakeboard products and apparel. Liquid Force is dedicated to relentless innovation, progressive design, maximum functionality and unparalleled quality. As part of the Motion Water Sports family, Liquid Force owns Straight Line Ropes and Handles. Supported by a superior team of athletes, Liquid Force events include world famous BROstock and Maven Sessions.
364 2nd Street, Suite 7 Encinitas, CA 92024 PH: 760 943 8364 FX: 760 943 8972
2009 BroStock Schedule
Friday
* 9-11:00 am Wakeskate practice
* 12:00 pm Rider Meeting – heat draw
* 1-4:00 pm Double Up Practice (Each heat 45 min)
* 4:00 pm Official Opening Ceremony
* 5:00 pm Wakeskate Experiment/On a Mission Contest
* 8:00 pm Out of the Pond & Box of Fun Movie Premiers
Saturday
* 10:30 am Round 1 of D Up event
* 1:00 pm Round 2 of D Up event
* 4:00 pm Double Up Finals
* 6:00 pm Awards / Closing Ceremony
* 7:00 pm Tube Competition
WWW.LIQUIDFORCE.COM
We'll also be including a wake skate element to the event this year, as the best of the best skaters will be throwing down to take home the top spot!
Skiers Choice is the official towboat of BROstock, and they'll be pulling the world's best behind their new BROstock Edition Supra 24 SSV (www.supraboats.com/liquidforce_BROstock). We'll be premiering top new video releases Out of the Pond and Box of Fun Friday night right at the event. Come and hang out with your favorite LF teamriders, pick up a pair of custom Dragon BROstock sunglasses, and have the time of your live. Come for the contest, and stay for the party!
Sponsors of 2009's BROstock include Monster Energy, Liquid Force, Skiers Choice, Dragon Alliance, Alliance Wakeboard Magazine, FUEL TV, New Era Cap, and Lake Powell Resorts and Marinas.
For additional information and a video teaser for this year's event, head on over to www.liquidforce.com/brostock09.htm
About Liquid Force:-
Founded in 1995, Liquid Force quickly became the leader in wakeboard products and apparel. Liquid Force is dedicated to relentless innovation, progressive design, maximum functionality and unparalleled quality. As part of the Motion Water Sports family, Liquid Force owns Straight Line Ropes and Handles. Supported by a superior team of athletes, Liquid Force events include world famous BROstock and Maven Sessions.
364 2nd Street, Suite 7 Encinitas, CA 92024 PH: 760 943 8364 FX: 760 943 8972
2009 BroStock Schedule
Friday
* 9-11:00 am Wakeskate practice
* 12:00 pm Rider Meeting – heat draw
* 1-4:00 pm Double Up Practice (Each heat 45 min)
* 4:00 pm Official Opening Ceremony
* 5:00 pm Wakeskate Experiment/On a Mission Contest
* 8:00 pm Out of the Pond & Box of Fun Movie Premiers
Saturday
* 10:30 am Round 1 of D Up event
* 1:00 pm Round 2 of D Up event
* 4:00 pm Double Up Finals
* 6:00 pm Awards / Closing Ceremony
* 7:00 pm Tube Competition
WWW.LIQUIDFORCE.COM
Thursday, June 4, 2009
1031 Summer Tour 2009

1031 / Landshark summer tour 2009 dates announced!
From our fearless leader.........
So we here at 1031 have some exciting news to tell you all out there. Ive been thinking , how should I write this? How can we sound really professional, like we know what we are doing? Well I dont think I have the answer. I dont want to tell this news the same way everyone else does. They try to be all buisiness like about it and it just sounds so dumb. So without anymore rambeling from me and in perfect 1031 form....... Ben Raybourn is PRO!!!! Thats right jerks! At just a few months shy of his 17th birthday, Ben will now be able to buy an extra pack of sour patch kids at the store. So there you go. Now all you skate nerds can start the gossip, you just better stay out of Bens way when your in the bowl! He'll do a lein to tail on your dome!
He has 4 different pro models starting to hit stores now. Oh, and one mre thing..... Hell yeah Ben, fuck shit up!
With that and our precious timing ( or more like once in a lifetime luck) Thrasher magazine has a full video part and interview Svitak did with Ben up on their site.With being the kind hearted souls we are here is a handy dandy link to it.
Not only is Ben now officially pro with 4 models , but the tour we are about to do is now named after him. Check out this sassy flyer.....

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