In cherished memory of my beloved feline companion, Spike. A stalwart presence in our lives for an impressive 21 years, she etched her place deep within our hearts. Cloaked in the elegance of a Black Tuxedo Cat, Spike wandered the avenues of Lonsdale as if the streets were an extension of her kingdom. Her confident […]
Get ready Vancouver! Welcome to the world of Savage Skateboard School, where we’re all about bridging the gap between newcomers and the OG skaters, and creating a seriously rad space to learn, grow, and just have fun. We’ve taken our time to find the the best skateparks where your first ride will be smooth as […]
The best things in life happen organically. In 1978 the first incarnation of CalStreets, Skateboard Central was born. Forged from a passion for skating and a regional need for products in the early ’80s the second iteration was born, California Streets. Immediately abbreviated by local skaters to “CalStreets”, the shop quickly swept the market in […]
First discovered in 1979 by Mike Archemedes, The historic China Banks are a spot to behold. Located in San Francisco’s famous Chinatown. China Banks has become a proving ground for the more trasition inclined residents of SF. First printed in a historic Venture ad featuring Ken Takeda in 1985. His roll in on the banks […]
These days, we see skateboard truck companies compete fiercely. Tons of time and money goes into the research & development of coming up with the lightest, most responsive, durable, and good looking truck for all types of skating. Brands like Ace and Tensor are implementing clever design ideas into their flagship models to make them […]
There have been more than a few attempts to put a glow-in-the-dark (GITD) skateboard to market in Canada. For the most part the products ended up about as useful as glow sticks at a rave. They were used then tossed aside – broken and defeated on the street. A remnant of a good time had, […]
ONSRA Challenger Compare EVOLVE Stoke You’re online and searching for an Evolve Skateboard alternative. Perhaps you’ve owned one in the past and found it simply wasn’t for you. Maybe it wasn’t accommodating to the terrain and riding conditions that you frequently find yourself in. Alternatively, you may pride yourself in discovering new innovations in outdoor […]
You’ve caught the surfskate bug and you’re ready to catch the concrete wave at your local beach park, parking lot, or pump track. There’s just one potential problem – you’ve only ridden a surfskate a handful of times. Perhaps not at all. Whatever the case may be, you’re on the hunt for an authentic surfskate […]
Best Surfskate Brands | Summer of 2022 Whether landlocked or near the ocean and can’t get enough, you feel the need for the sea under your feet…even on concrete. Thankfully, skateboarding technology has caught up to the demand to deliver surfskates that replicate the wave-riding experience. However, not all are created equally. So how are […]
The Onewheel GT is coming Spring 2022 and is a quantum leap in Onewheel performance. The most advanced Onewheel ever. It is a highly integrated piece of boardsport technology! The Onewheel GT features a totally redesigned control system which uses higher voltage for more power, torque and dynamic performance at all speeds. Who doesn’t like […]
Are you considering a more efficient way to commute? Are you on the hunt for a new recreational vessel? More likely it’s some combination of the two. Whatever the case may be you want an electric road-warrior that delivers performance, aesthetic, and is built to last. This is why you’re looking for a Onewheel. However, […]
Meet Ryan Brynelson. He is a 20 year old Freestyle Skateboarder from Delta, BC. He has been perfecting his craft under the careful eye of Canada’s first professional Skateboarder and 1980’s legendary skater, Kevin Harris, for over 5 years now. With Ryan’s sponsors, West 49, Protest Skateboards and Shed Designs backing him up, he is […]