8 years to infinity

Sunday May 30th is going to be a BIG day. Not only is Manny Mania going to be hosted by Homebase at the Banana Factory ( I still hear Gwen Stefani anytime I spell that) but right after Homebase wants you to help celebrate their 8 year anniversary at Starters Riverport. DJ's , LRG Video Premier, Raffles and guest bartenders from 5BORO Skateboards, as well as the release of the 5BORO x Danny Pensyl x Bethlehem Skateplaza Deck ( that will be available for purchase that night, and Danny will be in the house if you want it blessed)
I'd love to see you all there, let's celebrate.

Getting FOCUSed Man. Luke Koch.

Luke Koch, Switch Ollie , Focus Mag Cover
When I first met Luke, I believe he was about 14 or 15, he kept to himself and skated (for some reason I'm remembering a helmet) around the Easton ghetto park. Over the years we have become very close, and I've watched Luke develop into a Powerhouse. Luke has the soul, passion, and drive of a true skateboarder. He is also a very opinionated man, and confident enough to stand behind it. Im proud to have Luke reppin' the 610.
Great shot Man, keep it up.
FOCUS MAG

Mob By Max

If you KnowNo, you know I LOVE a crew flick. Whether it's the skate sesh, the party, or the random mob up, I LOVE a crew photo.

Thanks to Max for taking another great one.
(click for larger)

Only one middle finger this year? You kids better tough the fuck up. See you next year.

5th Homebase Halloween Skate Jam 2009

This year marked the 5th Homebase halloween skate jam. After a rain delay Saturday, the weather couldn't have been better for Sunday. The theme this year was the glorious 80's and the park was a ebay collectors dream of vintage skate goods, all of them being ridden like they were made for.
The events this year included a Lost Soul Jump Ramp Rampage, The $300 finals of the Saugy Showdown(with Kyle taking the dough), the Best Trick on the gap to picnic table, and the crowd favorite as well as the sure to be seen again, Downhill Race

Sketchy video clip here, and at bottom of post

Dustin and KnowNo

Bubs, Geechybond , and whatever D will call his future blog

Join the Army

Max couldn't believe how loud loose rails were, haha, welcome to the 80's, again.

yes, you can.

Kurtz says mercedes not war.

V the Mess

Kyle, forgot his muscles in his other costume. Congrats on the Win.

JB as Bruce, maybe?

Luke trying to get charged

Emerneon

Colbert skipped the costume this year. His Mr.Blackman alter ego wears a suit.

One of the Three, Steve came out to heckle with the crew.

N.Jay on the scene

Uncle Buck

Friday November 6th at Homebase

Posoi

The Downhill jam was my personal highlight of the day. The bridal path from the park to the lower lot is a fun way to leave. It's not the craziest hill bomb you can find, but the ruff ground,loose gravel, and leaves, make it challenging. Add in the 90 degree turn as it warms up and its a challenge. You already know it becomes style to not slow down.

In the sake of safety and fairness, heats were held instead of an all out death match. Fastest time received a bag a product. My camera failed before I could get the older guys raging it, but they could not resist a Old Man division and showed the younger guys how it's done. We stacked up at the corner and had a blast cheering and critiquing.

Heckler Hill

Bubba, Steez through

Kurtz was surfin all day


Kyle got the most runs, and paid.


But so did the others


Even Bubba


There was a Lost Soul Jump ramp jam. It was run super tight, Ray was in total control, it was timed, and the ramp was kept at the same place as kids tried to ollie out the park. Oh yeah, the ramp was of the best construction and easy to skate. Im pretty sure the winner got a snowboard and proceeded to have his own product toss. It was Epic,and that was serious.


They had Hecklers also


This could be a mag photo in the early 80's


Colbert on a borrowed whip


The kids lined up for the product grab. It was like when people put a bone on a dogs nose and try to make them sit still, the kids were rabid and the sponsors supplied.

"For the back disaster 360,What you want to do is, a back disaster and a 360."

Saugy Showdown Second Round

I was able to make it to my first Monday Session in a couple weeks and it was beautiful one to catch.

It was great to see so many kids there with decks and not just lurking.


Po setting up the judges booth


The sidelines were packed




This dude had a plate of chicken, rice,and beans. Thats Local.


why is roshambo such a funny word?


MRE KF


The Berrics has slick ground, we have glass.


"No more flicks of Billy, give him a break." Ray.

Police Demo.

"The Homebase Skateshop & Source Bikeshop teams teamed up with the Phillipsburg Police Department and Norwescap for National Night Out Against Crime. The event features programs designed to heighten crime prevention and drug awareness, generate support for local anti-crime efforts and strengthen ties between the police and the community all over New Jersey."

This was not the our usual backdrop for a demo but the kids were stoked, the cops were all friendly, and all the food and drink was free. It was a fun day, but not so fun later if you ate one of the "hand packed" snowcones.

Kyle, Kickflip




one victim


Two more


Krout Dog(Minus the Dog)


Kids. And Guns.


This truck was Huge


Mune holding down the raffle


The cops teasing the crowd.

The Youth Is Getting Restless

The Valley has been Jumpin this weekend. From Skateboarding, rafting trips, to birthdays, hill bombings, and out of town guests.
The crew from Kuato Lives 2084 was in town ( What Up Guys!) but with my schedule we only passed briefly at Keck. I know the Crew kept them busy and aside from some minor car problems( like misplacing the keys) I hear they got a good view of the Valley. Check THE USUAL SUSPECTS for all the details of that trip


Sunday I headed over to Bethlehem to get some flicks for the LVAN site and a taco from La Lupita. I say taco, but if you know how to handle it you get two out of one.


We stopped by a school to warm up and it took about 3 minutes for Kyle to spot this porch gap over the bench and exactly 3 tries to ollie it.
Get to NO, Kyle Dalrymple. CLICK HERE FOR FULL SIZE


The support wagon stopped by to check on us


We drove to a never been done flat gap, and once again, Kyle in 3 tries.
Full Gnar Here.


He hucked a 3flip to the lot and broke a deck, I'll keep my eyes out for the make. The youth is truly restless.