This video from Shanae Collins x Krux Trucks is so funny! You'll need to watch it on repeat!!
This video from Shanae Collins x Krux Trucks is so funny! You'll need to watch it on repeat!!
Chloe has been the number one female in snowboarding for years and her announcement about taking time off this season shocked a lot of the action sports community. Learn why that decision is so important to her on so many levels.
Take some time today and watch this amazing episode of "Beyond the Bib" presented by Mountain Dew, about Pro snowboarder and Olympic Gold Medalist, Chloe Kim.
This is one contest you don't want to miss!
SLS is having #skateinside challenge for the most creative trick done in your house and the prize is $5,000 - that's $2,500 for you and $2,500 for your favorite skate shop. Great way to support these shops that are closed due to the coronavirus.
Just upload your video to your Instagram and hashtag it #skateinside to enter. And don't forget to tag your local shop as well!
The deadline is April 20 - so get started on this ASAP!
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| Grosso at Vans 2014 ~ Photo Ian Logan |
If you aren't a female skater or perhaps a parent of one, you may not know this.
Jeff Grosso who at times came off so core that you weren't sure what he'd say next, was also a big softie. Grosso was always supporting girls and women in skateboarding, whether it was encouraging words at a contest, having top female pro's on his show "Love Letters to Skateboarding", or some behind the scenes moments that most never knew about, Grosso was making sure women got their due.
Grosso passed away this week, and for a moment it seemed like the skateboarding world was so shocked they were silent, when reality finally hit, the posts started coming, with everyone having a special memory of this larger than life man who knew just about every female skater, pro to AM.
Lizzie with Grosso on "Grosso's Love Letters to Skateboarding"
Some of those female skaters have been leaving their memories and sentiments on Instagram in recent days, showing just how much he meant to the skate community.
Girl is NOT a 4 Letter Word founder, Cindy Whitehead, remembers her first encounter with Grosso:
"It was at Exposure Skate contest at Poods Park. I was talking to another male '80s skater who Grosso was not too fond of. After I walked away from that conversation, a young boy walked over to me and said: "Grosso wants to talk to you". Uh oh, I thought, here it comes. Jeff was holding court sitting on top of a picnic table with quite a few people around him, I steadied myself for what I was sure was a confrontation. Instead, he said "Hey, Lizzie (Armanto) says that shirt the photographer is wearing is one of your shirts and I fucking love it! Can I get one? It was the tee-shirt we sell that says "Girls, Whiskey, Rock & Roll Skateboarding" I almost fell backward because this is not at all what I was expecting. At that moment I realized, that while he liked the shirt, his intention was to support the girls."
And that's what was so great about Jeff, he was never what you were expecting.
RIP Grosso, you will be missed.
SKATE BUD: Our rad friends at Stoke Much Magazine have a new app out called Skate Bud, that you need to download immediately! It comes up with a map showing you where the skateparks are located, and once you click on that icon you'll get the name of the park, the address, and see detailed photos. You can also save the parks you like into "favorites" for easy access later. We love that each location on the app has symbols that make key info clear: is there parking or lights? Is the park a plaza, transition or hybrid?
The app also shows skate shops as well which is handy when you need to grab something last minute or you break your board. Start your faves list now in the app so when this stay at home ban is lifted you'll be ready to roll!
Plus it's a FREE app - so show your appreciation to our friends at Stoke Much, and rate the app after you download and use. We gotta push this baby to the top it's genius!
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| Deanna Calkins ~ Photo Glenn Miyoda |
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| Teri Lawrence |
Skateboarding Hall of Fame announced the 2020 inductees today, and it was nice to see these two ladies' names on the list!
Deanna Calkins skated slalom, freestyle and of course park, back in the day and was a team rider for Hobie. She still has that same grace and style on a board today!
Teri Lawrence loved pools and skated vert every chance she got. Her aggressive style made her a favorite to watch at the contests!
Stay tuned for the date of the Skateboard Hall of Fame induction ceremony - it's usually in May but due to the Corona Virus that date is now TBD.
Congrats ladies!!
In case you're not working from home or doing school work remotely, and have some extra time,
tune in because The Skateboarding Hall of Fame will announce the Class of 2020 TODAY.
It all happens at 12 Noon PST via a live webcast on the Skateboarding Hall of Fame Facebook page.
In case you miss it, we will have an update on which female skateboarders were inducted this year!
The 2020 Skateboarding Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, presented by
Vans and Go Skateboarding Foundation, will not be happening during its normal window of time due to CoViD19. When the time is right we will announce the date of the ceremony.
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| Bryce Wettstein |
DEW TOUR’S SKATEBOARD COMPETITION & FESTIVAL RESCHEDULED TO SEPTEMBER 10-13, 2020 IN LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA
The World’s Best Male and Female Skaters to Compete in Park and Street Events
Carlsbad, Calif. (March 30, 2020) -- The Adventure Sports Network (ASN) and MTN DEWⓇ announced today that its annual summer Dew Tour skateboard competition and festival will now take place September 10-13 at the Long Beach Convention Center, Long Beach, Calif., the event’s home for its fifth consecutive year.
The event, originally planned for May 7-10 in Long Beach, was scheduled to be the last official global Olympic qualifying event in the U.S. for men’s and women’s skateboarding park and street competitions. Dew Tour also served as the first qualifying event in 2019. As the Tokyo Olympics are postponed to 2021, World Skate, as the sport's governing body, is working to provide an update on the status of skateboarding's suspended Olympic qualification system.
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| Leticia Bufoni |
“Our primary focus is still to ensure the safety and health of our athletes, fans, partners and staff,” said Courtney Gresik, Vice President and General Manager of Dew Tour. “The Dew Tour will return to Long Beach September 10-13 and it will continue to be a four-day event with world-class competition and a festival. Of course, we will continue to monitor the developments around COVID-19. As we know, the landscape is changing daily and safety is paramount to everything we do.”
In addition to the pro men’s and women’s skateboard competitions, Dew Tour is a celebration of skateboarding competition, culture and creators. The multi-day event also includes a vibrant interactive sponsor village, the Dew Tour festival, live music, local food and beverage vendors and lifestyle activities including a public skate park. As always, Dew Tour will be free and open to the public.
The 2020 Dew Tour will be televised nationally on NBC and live-streamed on DewTour.com, Facebook, YouTube and other major platforms.
For more details, and to stay up to date on Dew Tour, visit DewTour.com, download the free Dew Tour App, and follow on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter and YouTube @DewTour.
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| Misugu Okamoto |
About Dew Tour
Dew Tour is an innovative contest series and content platform that brings together the world’s best skateboarders, snowboarders, skiers, artists, brands and fans in a celebration of creativity and style. In 2016, the Adventure Sports Network (ASN) became the official strategic partner to lead content production, execution and event staging for the Dew Tour. Working in close collaboration with ASN’s core action sports media brands and in partnership with DEW®, Dew Tour continues to progress events and content, bringing millions of action sports fans engaging stories and experiences across digital and broadcast mediums. In addition to DewTour.com and ASN’s digital network, Dew Tour’s summer and winter events are telecast on NBC.
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| Janthavy for Dusters x Girl is NOT a 4 Letter Word ~ photo Elise Crigar |
Ok, we know, you can't go to the skatepark and it sucks. But doing your part to keep the Covid-19 virus from spreading is the right thing to do. And guess what? No one else with any brains is out there skating in public right now so you aren't the only one who feels like they are grounded.
So in appreciation of you #stayinghome, we've rounded up some ways you can keep your skate stoke going - even while under quarantine.
We will be releasing a new idea each day (Monday - Friday) so you can stay motivated and feel connected to skateboarding, even if you can't be with your friends right now.
We're starting this week off with EXPOSURE SKATE
Our fave girls over at @exposureskate are asking you to DM them your videos of home entertainment on your skateboard. Even if you don't have one to send, some of the videos they have been sharing on Instagram will motivate you to find a way to skate at home!
This one from Amanda (@destroyedbrains) is our favorite!!
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| Minna and Vernon ~ Photo via Vernon Glenn |
Team rider, Minna Stess, was interviewed by two-time Emmy Award-winning sports reporter, Vernon Glenn on CBS News on Friday night. Minna spoke about, why it's important to stay home during the Coranvirus, and how she is keeping in shape as we head towards the Tokyo 2020 Olympics - which will now be held in 2021.
Thirteen-year-old Minna is on the USA National Women's Park Skateboarding Team and was one of the athletes that voted to postpone the games due to Covid-19.
Nice to see this positive news piece with Minna encouraging people to #stayhome.
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| Carissa Moore / Photo Steinmetz for ASA Entertainment |
Some good news coming from the IOC last night. Sports that have already had their Olympic trials and named their teams, those athletes will keep their spots as the Tokyo Olympics move to 2021.
"The 33 federations governing each sport reached an agreement with the International Olympic Committee to honor all previous qualifications when the Games finally take place".
(info via The Los Angeles Times)
This doesn't mean much for skateboarding as Olympic Trials never got off the ground due to Covid-19. But it does settle the issue that everyone was wondering about for sports like surfing.
So it looks like we will see Carissa Moore and Caroline Marks representing the USA in surfing in 2021!
Well, it's official, the IOC has agreed that it is best to postpone the 2020 Tokyo Olympics for one year. As fas as a date, all we know right now is that it will be held in Japan sometime before end of summer 2021. Most agree, that for the health of the athletes and everyone else, this is the best bet right now while the coronavirus is running rampant across the world.
Host country Japan, and the IOC have also determined that they will still be called the 2020 Tokyo Olympics - even though they will be held in 2021. This is the first time in history that the Olympic Games have been moved like this. Back in 1916, 1940 and 1944, the Olympic Games were canceled because of war.
Qualifiers - Skateboarding has yet to have its qualifiers. At first, some qualifiers were postponed, some were canceled and no one really knew how this would all work out... So this postponement of the Olympics by one year is good news for skateboarders worrying about all that. One less pressure to think/worry about.
The tricky news is, that sometimes athletes peak. Sometimes you have a good year, sometimes you don't. Skateboarders who were in the top five or six in points this past year may not be on the podium when we return to regular competition. There may also be younger skateboarders coming up that now could potentially qualify next year.
It's like we are starting all over from square one in some ways. It's anyone's guess what type of shake-ups we may see moving forward.
Surfing may have an even harder time because they already had their qualifiers. Carissa Moore and Caroline Marks have already been announced, and celebrated, as the two women who have earned their spots on the 2020 USA Olympic team.
What happens now? Do they keep their spots or does the WSL start the clock all over again and the women (and men) have to again pre-qualify?
These are all questions that we will eventually find out the answers to as we move along, but in the meantime, please #stayhome and stay safe!
DEW TOUR’S SKATEBOARD COMPETITION AND FESTIVAL POSTPONED
Olympic Qualifying Event Originally Scheduled from May 7-10 in Long Beach, Calif.
Carlsbad, Calif. (March 20, 2020) -- The Adventure Sports Network (ASN) and MTN DEWⓇ announced today that its annual summer Dew Tour skateboard competition and festival, which is scheduled to serve as a skateboard Olympic qualifying event, is postponed in light of the current COVID-19 pandemic.
Dew Tour served as an Olympic qualifying event for men’s and women’s skateboard street and park last June. It was set to serve as the last Olympic qualifying event in the US before the Tokyo Games May 7-10 in Long Beach, Calif.
Dew Tour's dedication to the overall safety of the event, the current government restrictions on large gatherings, as well as international travel bans, preclude the event from taking place in May.
“We remain committed to the progression of skateboarding as well as serving as a qualifier for skateboarding’s Olympic debut,” explained Courtney Gresik, Dew Tour vice president and general manager. “With the evolving situation of the coronavirus, the safety of our athletes, fans, partners, vendors and staff remains paramount.”
A new date for the event will be set and released soon.
Photos by Wade McLaughlin x The Skateboarders Journal
Check out these rad shots of team rider Gracie Cochrane in The Skateboarders Journal that were taken at the recent West Hobart Bowl Jam where Gracie was crowned "Queen of the Bowl"!
And that is some serious praise from Skateboarders Journal in the captions - yes!!
Jimmy's Skate and Street puts this event on every year and it is seriously rad and totally OG.
Check out the rest of the photos and info on the event HERE
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| image via World Skate |
Due to the rapid spread of the Coronavirus things have been changing every day, we are trying as fast as we can to keep up and provide accurate and timely information - so please bear with us.
Obviously, local contests, get-togethers and skateboarding events in your area have been canceled at this time - regarding the bigger events - such as Olympic Qualifiers, please see info below.
More info to come as we move forward into very unchartered territory.
Please stay safe, and wash your hands!
OLYMPIC QUALIFYING EVENTS - STREET & PARK
all info via Worldskate.org
SLS - STREET PRO TOUR - LAS VEGAS (USA)
Date: 24-29 March 2020
Considering this extended travel ban, the number of countries involved, and the short amount of time between this announcement and the event, it is impossible to guarantee the universal participation of athletes from around the globe.
Under these circumstances, World Skate and the organizer, have decided to cancel the event.
LIMA OPEN - STREET & PARK 5 STAR EVENT - LIMA (PERU)
Date: 5- 11 April 2020
Travel restrictions: The ministry of transport and communication has suspended flights between Perù, Europe and Asia. The travel ban will be in place for thirty (30) calendar days from March 16, 2020.
Considering the various global travel restrictions and the evolving nature of the COVID-19 situation,
World Skate and the local authorities have decided to suspend the event.
***A new date for the event will be set and released soon, together with more information about the Tokyo 2020 Olympic Qualification System.
RIZIN ARK LEAGUE - STREET 5 STAR EVENT - SAMUKAWA (JAPAN)
Date: 21- 26 April 2020
World Skate is currently assessing with the Local Organizer the impact of the new provisions on the event, and the ability for athletes to enter the country, practice and compete.
**Further communication will be released as soon as possible.
SLS - STREET PRO TOUR - BEIJING (CHINA)
Date: 28 April - 3 May 2020
Because of the various global travel restrictions and the evolving nature of the COVID-19 situation, World Skate and the organizer, have decided to cancel the event.
March 10, 2020
Coronavirus (Covid-19) Update
This is the first in a series of documents that World Skate will publish in order to provide updated information regarding the impact of the Covid-19 epidemic on Olympic Qualification events. This document serves as a point of reference for NGBs and Athletes to make informed decisions about their participation in Olympic Qualification Events.
Please note the information provided is current at the time of writing (10th of March 2020) and is subject to change. Please check the provided links for updates on the rapidly evolving situation.
Every event will be evaluated on the following basis:
Development of the coronavirus contagion in the host country/city
Travel restrictions imposed on foreigners in the host country
References to up to date information
World Skate and/or Organizer provisions affecting the event
LIST OF WORLD SKATE CORONAVIRUS RISK MANAGEMENT PROVISIONS (CVRMP)
The following provisions have been defined by World Skate in order to safeguard the health of Athletes and Staff participating in Olympic Qualification events. All organizers willing to carry on sanctioned events after the 9th of March 2020, and until further notice, are subject to respecting the CVRMP.
For event organizers who choose to proceed, MOH advises that necessary precautionary measures be taken. Organizers responsibilities include:
Establishing a direct connection with National health authorities and coordinating a COVID-19 response up to the highest standard of the host country.
Having a Medical Official, appointed by World Skate, always available at the competition site, ready to address possible suspected cases of COVID-19.
Looking out for respiratory symptoms such as cough, runny nose or shortness of breath.
Denying entry to individuals showing signs of respiratory illness.
Reminding participants not to attend the event if they have symptoms of respiratory infection or have a recent history of travel to China, Iran, Italy, or South Korea in the last 14 days. This could be in the form of pre-event reminders, prominent notices at entrances to an event, notices during pre-registration or onsite registration.
Ensuring that event venues are ventilated and are adequately equipped with facilities for hand washing.
Increasing the frequency of cleaning of commonly used areas, such as washrooms, registration and payment counters, and dining areas.
Maintaining a registration list of participants (if practicable).
For event participants, MOH recommends the following precautions:
Individuals who are unwell should not attend. They should avoid public spaces and contact with others, and instead seek medical attention. Any staff or participant who becomes unwell during the event should leave immediately to seek appropriate medical attention.
Individuals that are showing signs of respiratory infection or have recent travel history to China, Iran, Italy, or South Korea in the last 14 days are strongly advised to remain at home and minimize their time spent in public spaces.
Individuals who are well do not need to wear masks.
Individuals should remain vigilant and practice good personal hygiene, such as washing their hands regularly and avoiding touching their faces.
Individuals should avoid close contact with others, i.e. not closer than 1.5 meters.
Avoid shaking hands with other event participants and consider adopting alternative greetings.
The following information has been updated as of the 9th of March 2020, at 12:00 AM CET and refers to the confirmed events of the TOKYO 2020 Qualification System.
A full list of airplane travel restriction can be referenced on the IATA official website
https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/international-travel-document-news/1580226297.htm
ASIA CONTINENTAL CHAMPIONSHIP - SINGAPORE
Date: 17-21 March 2020
Current COVID-19 confirmed cases: Active cases 160
CDC Risk Assessment Level for COVID-19: Risk of limited community transmission (1 of 4)
Travel restriction: Local authorities have ordered a ban on entry and transit in Singapore including the Changi area, for all travellers who have been to Iran, South Korea or Northern Italy in the 14 days prior to arrival in the country. This ban entered into force starting at 11:59 PM on Wednesday 4 March. All travellers, of any origin and nationality with symptoms compatible with COVID-19 can be subjected, at the discretion of the medical staff, to clinical tests and detained at the airport facilities pending the result (about 6 hours). Those who refuse to take the test will be denied entry to the country. There is also a ban on entry and transit for Chinese passport holders and for all travellers who have been to mainland China (the ban does not apply to the special administrative regions of Hong Kong and Macao) in the 14 days prior to arrival in Singapore. Detailed information and exemptions can be found here: https://www.iatatravelcentre.com/international-travel-document-news/1580226297.htm
Reference website: https://www.moh.gov.sg
The event will comply with the CVRMP and also any additional measures as required by local health authorities:
Spectators will be limited to 500
The event will be held outdoors
Event entries will be equipped with a heat mapping system
SLS - STREET PRO TOUR - Las Vegas
Date: 24-29 March 2020
Current COVID-19 confirmed cases: 804
CDC Risk Assessment Level for COVID-19: Risk of limited community transmission (1 of 4)
Travel restrictions: As the 9th of March 2020 passengers who have been in China (People's Rep.) and Iran in the past 14 days are not allowed to enter the USA.
This does not apply to nationals of the USA.
This does not apply to passengers who reside in the USA.
Passengers who have been in China (People's Rep.) in the past 14 days must arrive at one of the following airports: Atlanta (ATL), Chicago (ORD), Dallas, (DFW), Detroit (DTW), Honolulu (HNL), Los Angeles (LAX), New York (JFK or EWR), San Francisco (SFO), Seattle (SEA) and Washington (IAD).
Passengers from coronavirus-prone locations such as Italy and South Korea will undergo health screening at both departure and arrival airports in the USA. During departure checks (thermal check, medical evaluation, travel history questionnaire), in the event of symptoms or suspicious cases, boarding may be denied. Upon arrival, isolation will be provided for symptomatic passengers. It is recommended to follow the directions of the border authorities.
Reference website: https://www.cdc.gov/
The event will comply with the World Skate Coronavirus Risk Management Provisions
LIMA OPEN - STREET & PARK 5 STAR EVENT - LIMA (PERU)
Date: 5-11 April 2020
Current COVID-19 confirmed cases: 11
Travel restrictions: No travel restrictions are in place. In order to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Peruvian authorities have strengthened the control procedures for travellers arriving by air, sea or land. The checks consist, at the moment, in the compilation of specific forms for public health purposes, in particular for passengers arriving from the countries most affected by the spread of the coronavirus.
Reference website: https://www.gob.pe/
The event will comply with the World Skate Coronavirus Risk Management Provisions
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| Jordyn Barratt x Clif Bar |
For the first time in its 28-year history, CLIF BAR® will replace the iconic climber on the most popular flavors of its CLIF BAR packaging with real-life trailblazers - six women athletes representing six different sports.
And pro skateboarder Jordyn Barratt is one of the six female athletes featured! And we love that the flavor Jordyn is featured on is the "cool mint chocolate" Yum!!
The limited-edition packaging debuts March 10 on Clifbar.com and in stores and will be available throughout 2020 while supplies last.
The six athletes, Venus Williams, Megan Rapinoe, Ashima Shirashi, Jordyn Barratt, Lakey Peterson, and Katerina Nash are world champions, Olympians, and Olympic hopefuls who lead with integrity in their communities. The sports they represent range from traditional events like cycling, tennis and soccer, to newer sports like skateboarding, surfing, and climbing.
Better grab that limited edition Clif Bar with Jordyn Barratt on the packaging fast, as we are sure they will sell out FAST!
Great to see pro skateboarder Lizzie Armanto in the LA Times this weekend in the GAME CHANGERS section. Nice to hear her credit her success in skateboarding to the support of her mom, and to find out what she considers her biggest accomplishment.
If you missed it, you can now read the article online right HERE
Jordan Santana ~ Photo Israel Santana
March is Women's History Month and Girl is NOT a 4 Letter Word is planning on celebrating and honoring it in a HUGE way!
In 2019, during Women's History Month, the GN4LW movement put up two billboards in Times Square, NY to celebrate & highlight girls skateboarding - something that had never been done before - and created large scale awareness for girls in skateboarding in a big way.
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| Featured on Girl Are Awesome |
This year Cindy and her Girl is NOT a 4 Letter Word movement have even bigger plans...
"We are announcing today that we are infusing $15,000 into women's skateboarding in 2020 because we still see that there is a need for more money to help these girls and women get where they need to go - even at the pro level," says Cindy Whitehead, '70s pro vert skateboarder and founder of Girl is NOT a 4 Letter Word.
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| USA National Team Women's Park Skaters ~ Minna, Jordan & Arianna ~ Photo Israel Santana |
March 2020 starts with GN4LW's financial donation to three very talented pro female skateboarders who are on the 2020 USA National Women's Park Team - Minna Stess, Jordan Santana and Arianna Carmona - to help with their travel to Olympic qualifiers.
Whitehead went on to say, "I hope that if a movement like ours can step up and do something like this, it will encourage larger companies to do the same, if not more. Women's History Month is a great time to announce this and to encourage others to join us in supporting these amazing skateboarders."
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| Briel, Penny, and Quinne rocking the new kid's tees ~ Photos Ian Logan |
In addition to the money that has already been set aside for their travel, Girl is NOT a 4 Letter Word is excited to announce that they are also launching a series of limited edition t-shirts in support of Arianna, Jordan, and Minna which are currently available on the GN4LW online shop. This gives friends, family and skateboard fans an opportunity to also help these young women as they embark on their Olympic Trials journey.
Each t-shirt gives 100% of the proceeds back to the skater whose tee you select.
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| Mom Julie, and daughter Quinne supporting! Photo Ian Logan |
These special edition tees come in red for the kid's sizes and in navy for adults. All tees are UNISEX sizing - so let's encourage the guys out there to support these amazing female skaters too!
You can help support Minna, Arianna and Jordan buy purchasing one of their limited edition tees HERE
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| Briel supporting while skating at Venice Skatepark |
Additional announcements will be coming soon about other avenues in women's skateboarding that Girl is NOT a 4 Letter Word is planning on infusing funds into!
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| Yumeka Oda ~ Photo Bart Jones via Tamp Pro |
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| Margielyn Didal ~ Photo Bart Jones via Tamp Pro |
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| Hina Maeda ~ Photo Skate Park of Tampa Instagram |
This is the 26th year of the Tampa Pro and this year the women were finally invited to compete. The ladies came out in full force to skate and showed why it's vital that they are included in this legendary event.
It wasn't just local Florida skaters or skaters from the USA - there were female skaters from Japan, Brazil, Columbia, and even the Philippines. Twenty Three ladies signed up to compete!
Even more impressive was the final results - the ladies may have traveled far, but they were out to win it! Only one USA skater made the finals today - California's Samarria Brevard.
TAMPA PRO 2020 - WOMEN'S FINAL RESULTS
Podium
1. Hina Maeda - Japan
2. Yumeka Oda - Japan
3. Margielyn Didal - Philippines
4. Gabriela Mazetto - Brazil
5. Ana Rendon - Columbia
6. Samarria Brevard - USA
Check out more coverage of the Tamp Pro right HERE