Displaying items by tag: Jake Phelps
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2/04/2020
STILL WATCHIN: Ronnie Sandoval in Ecuador
Ronnie "Sandovizzle" remembers his Phelper-fueled noseblunt battle in Ecuador, when Jake, Evan, Raven and GT provided the inspiration he needed to conquer the hectic transfer. Always remember, he’s STILL WATCHIN. -
1/22/2020
Jake Phelps Art Tributes - Part 2
We've run out of words to describe Jake Phelps' legacy. Thankfully, artistic tributes from around the world can do all the talking. Here is another batch of extraordinary creative expressions which capture Jake's spirit. He's still watchin'! -
9/24/2019
STILL WATCHIN: Pedro Barros’ Treasure Island 540
Jake’s presence lifted sessions to transcendent heights, powering those in his company to unlock their next-level. Phelper's fire will never go out. -
9/24/2019
Thrasher Radio: Ep. 69 Zered Bassett
Today would have been his 57th birthday, so it feels like the perfect time to launch the final radio segment he ever recorded. Not only is the old man STILL WATCHIN, but he’s STILL TALKIN, and he insists that the show must go on. HBD, Jake. We love you. -
8/12/2019
Vans' "Take It Back" Video
This one will get the blood flowing and heart pumping. Geoff, Pedro and Ronnie put it all on the line in honor of the Phelper. -
6/20/2019
Jake Phelps Angel Dust Collection
Jake was the King of Captions. If you skate, the odds are you use some of the phrases and terminology he wrote in the mag. His short essays also have their own thoughtful vibe. Here is a collection of Angel Dust columns he wrote betwen 1994 and 2011. -
6/19/2019
Jake Phelps Art Tributes
Jake Phelps is forever a part of skating's DNA at this point. There is no separation between his spirit and the activity itself. For the next three days we will unroll several features in his honor. Today, we showcase hundreds of amazing art tributes. Thursday we will post his collected Angel Dust essays. And on Friday we have a monumental feature based on his June 2019 memorial mag. Thanks for the love and let's keep rolling! -
5/16/2019
Rough Cut: Independent's "Scabs for Slabs" Video
This was one of Jake’s last rides and the mission sure as hell didn’t disappoint. This Oz raw edit is a testament to the eternal stoke of skateboarding. Cherish your time with your homies! -
5/03/2019
2nd Annual Lower Bob’s P-Stone Invitational Video
The sun was bright, the revvs were high, and Oakland’s concrete sanctuary of the skate Gods was alive with the spirit of the recently departed. Fix yourself a coffee, grab a snack and enjoy the show. -
4/08/2019
Independent's "Scabs for Slabs" Video
Jake at the helm with a gang of heavyweights in tow—this Indy trip to OZ is pure destruction on all levels.
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12/18/2024
Seb Housset for Bones Bearings
Seb slides through ledges on both coasts for Bones Bearings. -
12/18/2024
"303 Does North Carolina" Video
303 takes the crew across the country to the holy land of handrails. Duckin' security and linkin' with a SOTY, Devin Bagnoli, Myles Tussey, Michael Matlock and the Denver gang handles business. -
12/18/2024
GX1000: Yabai
The squad returns to Japan to finish the job, shredding scenic hills and pristine hallways from Tokyo to Okinawa. Get lost in the raw sounds of burning urethane with Sean, Jeff, Nile, Robby, T4 and company. -
12/18/2024
Primitive's "Wildfire" Video
Aimu Yamazuki kicks it off with icy-smooth lines before getting backup from Trent McClung and Primitive's new pro Kyonosuke Yamashita. -
12/18/2024
Hoddle's "Still in the Grid" Video
Australia's Hoddle hits again with this energetic edit featuring their go-to gang and cameos from a few of our favorites. Take their lead when it rains.
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In The Mag
Greyson Fletcher lets it dangle with a barefoot one-footer high above Oahu's North Shore. In this issue, we've got GX1000 in Japan, Indy in Germany, Atlantic Drift in Kazakhstan. Plus interviews with Shawn Hale, Donovon Piscopo and Greyson Fletcher himself.