More Rune Pro Tec Contest Coverage at TWS!
by: Brink | Tuesday, May 31, 2005
Haven't gotten your fill of Rune lately? Check out the Pro Tec Pool Party contest article on TransWorld's website.
etnies Euro Open! 2nd Stop: Krakow, Poland!
by: Brink | Friday, May 27, 2005
June 3-5, 2005
etnies European Open
Krakow Poland
Street competition only
During the last eight years the etnies European Open has become one of the leading skateboard events in Europe. The ninth edition of the etnies European Open kicked off in Munich a few weeks ago, and the second competition takes place in Krakow, long heralded as "The New Prague," is now well established as a major tourist destination.
At the height of summer, Poland’s fourth largest city throngs with tour groups, all manner of tourist tack and countless pavement cafés that seem to occupy every cobble of the main square. For the etnies European Open the University contributes their old style basketball hall and IOU provides a new streetcourse. Arto Saari, Bastien Salabanzi and Ali Boulala are expected in Poland!
Street prelims are held on Friday, qualifiers are on the scheduled on Saturday and Sunday is Final’s day. Best Trick is also on Sunday. The entry fee is 30 Euros. And everyone will be battling it out for 10 000 Euros in prize money!
Visit skateboardeurope.com for more competitor information or please contact: monika.bocian@skateboardeurope.com.
Remember the Crazy Photo Contest Last Month?
by: Brink | Thursday, May 26, 2005
- The fact that someone has access to crash test dummies and then put etnies on them is fascinating to me.
- How random...not cows or horses mating...but friggin llamas? Brilliant!
Three of these photos are gonna earn some people free etnies!...We have narrowed it down from hundreds of entries and these are the cream of the crop. I might just be nice and throw in some honorable mentions once the winners are annouced, but for now, see for yourself what we have to work with here. If you think you could have done better than this, then it is your own damn fault for not entering. Remember folks, the entires had to have a visable, legible pair of etnies in them. We had some funny entries that didn't meet that requirement and, as a result, were purged. Pay attention next time fools!
- Just flat-out ridiculous.
- Pet cooperation is impressive.
- Is this people reaching for etnies shoes that are being tossed to them or an etnies shoe invasion from outer space?
- This is so janky that it rules. Look at the rail steez that dog has!
- How unaffected does that Ghandi guy look? Simply amazing!
- A wonderful play on a classic comic strip.
- I am still baffled as to who walks down the street with a jock strap on? Is this frequent behavior?
- AAAAHAHAHHAHAHAHAHHAHAH! God bless potty humor.
- This is the "artistic" entry. Let's look at it and think deep thoughts.
- This photo will never NOT be funny!
Bastien in Thrasher Too!
by: Brink | Thursday, May 26, 2005
Be sure to pick up the July issue of Thrasher magazine for a Flip tour article featuring Bastien Salabanzi and all the Flip boys.
A Brief etnies BBQ Recap
by: Brink | Wednesday, May 25, 2005
The etnies RV was barbequing at Skateworks in Redwood City and Bill's Wheels in Salinas last week. Some lucky visitors got free hot dogs and other assorted etnies goodies. More RV stops to come. We'll keep you posted!
Bastien in The Skateboard Mag
by: Brink | Wednesday, May 25, 2005
- Swtichy Heely
Check out Bastien's full-pager in the July issue of The Skateboard Mag
Miscellanea: etnies Music! A Bowl of Candy!
by: Brink | Wednesday, May 25, 2005
etnies.com has just added a super rad music player so you can listen to some jams while hangin' out with us. Just click the logo in the News Section and start rockin'.
In other randomness, Snickers (yes the candy bar) decided to build a bowl and have a contest.
Elissa Voted Best Female Skater!
by: Brink | Tuesday, May 24, 2005
Congrats to Elissa Steamer for being voted Check It Out magazine's "Best Female Skater" for the second year in a row! Congrats, Elissa!
Ronnie Creager Thrasher Interview
by: Brink | Monday, May 23, 2005
We found a Ronnie Creager interview on Thrasher's website...Go read it.
What's Up With Sheckler?
by: Brink | Monday, May 23, 2005
Lots going on in the wild world of Ryan Sheckler lately...First off, it seems like Ryan has some obsessed stalker on his trail.
From ryansheckler.com:
There is a very strange girl out there trying to be me. She is bidding on ebay for items and telling the sellers that she is Ryan Sheckler. Her email address is sk8rgirlkb@aol.com but her alias is me Ryan Sheckler. Anyway, I just thought you all should know to be careful of people like this.
I actually think it may be an adult man trying to be a girl to solicit young kids. Either way it’s a weird situation and you can't be too careful.
Secondly, check Ryan and a photo of his new pimped ride.
More on Ryan once he and the team return from their Euro excursion.
More Pool Footy of Rune!
by: Brink | Monday, May 23, 2005
- Rune, mid McTwist
There's some more video footy of Rune Glifberg from when he beat everyone's ass at the Pro Tec pool contest on both Thrasher and Skateboarder's sites. Check em!
Poolgasm Video Premiere at the etnies Skatepark!
by: Brink | Friday, May 20, 2005
Be sure to go checkout the new Poolgasm video at the etnies Skatepark of Lake Forest this Saturday at 7pm. The world premiere extravaganza also has a pirate theme, so come dressed for fun!
Go Skateboarding Day is a Month Away
by: Brink | Thursday, May 19, 2005
From IASC:
Go Skateboarding Day, June 21
For one day, skateboarders will take over the world! Imagine 20 million-plus skateboarders riding at the same time.
If skateboarders have their way, that will be the scene on the first day of summer—Go Skateboarding Day. It’s a day for skateboarders to skate above all else. It’s also an opportunity for those who’ve never been on a skateboard to grab a friend and join in.
The inaugural Go Skateboarding Day this past June caught on quicker than anyone imagined. Skateboarders held events throughout the Americas, Europe, Australia and Japan. Some of those events included backyard jams, skatepark sessions and impromptu street missions.
- JAPAN!
Last year was just the beginning of the grind heard around the world. This year, Go Skateboarding Day is going to be bigger, so here are some excuses to tell your boss or teacher: “I can’t make it on Tuesday, June 21 because…”
My house is on fire
I’m going to the dentist
The dog ate my slippers
I have a doctor’s appointment
I’m going to get my nails done
My sick grandmother needs me by her side
I have a tornado to attend
My cubicle is being remodeled
Global warming beckons my name
My dog died
I have to go vote for something
Here’s the best: I’m going skateboarding. Deal with it!
Regional Go Skateboarding Day events will be posted at local skate shops.
V7 Teenage Tour Wrapup!
by: Brink | Thursday, May 19, 2005
- Contestants!
Here are the results from the V7 Teenage Tour and a few photos from the etnies demo featuring Arto Saari, Bastien Salabanzi, Ronnie Creager, Ryan Sheckler, Eric Fletcher and riders from the etnies Euro team last Sunday in France!
Congrats to all who won and thanks to all who entered or came out to show some love. See you next year!
Stay tuned for more photos and updates from the etnies trip to France!
THE V7 TEENAGE TOUR 2005 WINNERS:
Under 11 years old
Mihiel Guerhane - 10 years old - from Nantes
11 to 14 years old
Adrien Bulard – 13 years old – qualified in Paris
14 – 17 years old
Thomas Renaud– 15 years old – qualified in Paris
Girls
Marie Guillet -16 years old - qualified in Angoulême
- Javier Mendizabel
- New etnies pro Ronnie Creager!
- Red shoes; big lipslide
- Winners!
YEAHHH RUUUNE!
by: Brink | Wednesday, May 18, 2005
Just like etnies Team Manager Mark Holder predicted in last week's Team Report, Rune Glifberg kicked some serious ass at the Protec Pool Party on Saturday, May 14th. Unbelievable skating that you will see on TV in mid-July, but we'll keep you update you on that. In the meantime, check out some video. Rune is rocking the green tee. Congrats, Rune!
etnies Proudly Welcomes Ronnie Creager to the Team!
by: Brink | Wednesday, May 18, 2005
You might have heard some rumors, or even seen him rocking etnies as of late in What If?, at Tampa Pro, or some of the demos the team has been doing, but Ronnie Creager is officially the newest etnies pro!
Ronnie's style is a rare combination of effortless, precise and flawless tech--but never neglecting versatility and all types of terrain. He is one of the few talented and blessed individuals to have pretty much mastered the art of riding a skateboard, sometimes making it all just look like a big joke.
Ronnie makes skateboarding fun and he's the perfect new addition to the roster. Expect to see more of Ronnie on etnies.com very soon. We'll be sure to keep you posted.
etnies Demo in France!
by: Brink | Thursday, May 12, 2005
Arto Saari, Ryan Sheckler, and Bastien Salabanzi will all be headed out to Paris, France for the V7 Teenage Tour Finals, which will take place Sunday, May 15 at the Cosa Nostra Skatepark in Chelles, France. The crew, along with etnies AM Eric Fletcher, and Europe riders Conhuir Lynn, Javier Mendizabel, Steve Forstner, Willow, and Julian Furones will be doing a very large demo, a very large autograph signing, and some media/press interviews as well. Don't miss out!
etnies Team is Getting Euro!
by: Brink | Wednesday, May 11, 2005
Arto Saari, Ryan Sheckler, and Bastien Salabanzi are embarking on a journey to Europe starting this weekend. At the end of the week, they will all be headed out to Paris, France for the V7 Teenage Tour Finals, which will take place Sunday, May 15 at the Cosa Nostra Skatepark in Chelles, France. The crew, along with etnies AM Eric Fletcher, and Europe riders Conhuir Lynn, Javier Mendizabel, Steve Forstner, Willow, and Julian Furones will be doing a very large demo, a very large autograph signing, and some media/press interviews as well.
Once that's done, Bastien will be staying in Paris to visit with his family before the hectic summer schedule, but Arto, Ryan, Fletcher, Conhuir, and Steve will be headed out to Helsinki and Seinajoki (Arto’s hometown) Finland. In Helsinki, the crew will be participating in a couple jam sessions, complete with live music, BBQ, and they’ll also be signing autographs (Tuesday, the 17th and Thursday, the 19th of May). They’ll also be doing a bunch of skating, hitting up the now-not-frozen skate spots of Finland.
Next Friday, May 20th, everyone will head to Seinajoki for a weekend of festivities at the newly built skatepark in the city. etnies sponsors the park, so we figured it would be good to show up and show some support to the skaters that skate the park on a daily basis. Friday night will be a private session with the guys, but Saturday will be the big event, a mini-ramp jam, sessions with the locals, autograph signings, promo giveaways, live music and DJ’s, a BBQ, an art gallery exhibition, etc. Good fun for sure. The trip then concludes on a secret recon mission to the woods. You’ll hear about it when everyone returns (Rune Glifberg is flying out for this mission, so that should give you a hint or two). The trip ends on the 26th, but stay tuned for updates.
Aside from this trip, here is what everyone has been up to and what they’ll be up to after the trip…
Arto Saari just concluded a tour with Quiksilver up in Canada. An 11-day mission of demos and autograph signings went down in Montreal and Toronto. After this next trip, Arto will be staying in Finland a while, before heading to Poland for the upcoming etnies European Open, scheduled for June 4– 6.
Stefan Janoski was also on that Canadian mission, and will be on another mission starting this weekend…he is headed through the Northwest with Habitat on a photo and filming mission. He’ll have a somewhat mellow start to June before embarking on yet more missions.
Bastien Salabanzi has been in Paris visiting his family and awaiting the arrival of his etnies teammates (as described above). He needed some down time to relax and visit his family before things really start getting hectic in June and July. After this weekend, Bastien will be chillin’ with his family before heading out to Poland for that same etnies contest Arto is going to. Stay tuned for updates on this in early June.
Sheckler has been busy with school lately, and preparing for this mission to Europe. He has also been getting started on a few inteview projects for a couple skate mags, while shooting photos for the needs of his various sponsors. After Ryan returns from Europe, he’ll be chillin’ at home before things get hectic for him in June and July.
Rune Glifberg has been going to the skatepark at the Block in Orange lately preparing for the Combi Bowl contest going down this Saturday evening. Vans is putting this contest on, and it is $25,000 winner take all. Hopefully Vans will be paying our boy Rune $25,000! Good luck Rune! The following day (Sunday, the 15th) Rune heads out to Budapest to meet up with Flip owner Jeremy Fox for the Gumball Rally. The Gumball Rally is a car race that begins in London and ends in Monaco. Not sure what the prize is, but it sounds like fun even if you end up in last place. Rune will be flying from Monaco to Finland for that recon mission mentioned above.
That wraps up another edition of “team updates.” Another update will come in early June once this trip has come to an end. Keep shreddin’ fellow shredders, and have fun!
etnies RV BBQ Madness!
by: Brink | Tuesday, May 10, 2005
The etnies RV is barbequing at a few NorCal skateoard shops next week. It doesn't hurt to stop by, you never know what surprises might happen. Nick is the driver. He is a nice guy with a cool accent who rides a longboard around our offices all day when he's not operating the RV and cooking hot dogs.
- Be on the lookout for this beast!
BBQ #1
Date: Tuesday May 17 2005
Store name: Skateworks, Redwood City
Event location: Redwood City Skatepark
Time: 3:30pm - whenever
Info: 650 363 2468
BBQ #2
Date: Wednesday, May 18 2005
Store: Bills Wheels, Salinas
Location: Eldarado Park
Time: 3:30pm - whenever
Info: 831 443 0415
eS Game of S.K.A.T.E. at the etnies Park This Weekend!
by: Brink | Tuesday, May 10, 2005
- Bastien switch flipping in last year's game of S.K.A.T.E. at ASR
Wanna compete in the eS game of S.K.A.T.E. contest? If so, get your flip trickkin' ass down to the etnies Skatepark of Lake Forest on Sunday, May 12 before 5pm and you are set.
Stefan in the New TransWorld
by: Brink | Tuesday, May 10, 2005
Be sure to pick up the July issue of TransWorld for a chance to win a buttload of Bastien Salabanzi goods and for some lovely coverage if Stefan Janoski at a famous bump-to-rail.
Final V7 Teenage Tour Date This Weekend!
by: Brink | Tuesday, May 10, 2005
The V7 Teenage Tour finals are this weekend (May 15) in Paris! Do not miss the etnies team demo featuring: Bastien Salabanzi, Ryan Sheckler, Stefan Janoski, Rune Glifberg and Arto Saari. You'd be a fool to miss out!
etnies Euro Open's First Stop!
by: Brink | Tuesday, May 10, 2005
- Everyone loves a back smith
This past weekend, the first stop of the etnies European Open in Munich, Germany proved to be the leading street skating event in Europe with over 100 professional skateboarders from all over the country competing.
European etnies rider, Tobias Albert, from Germany, took fourth overall, while also winning third place in Best Trick. etnies Austrian rider Steve Forstner nabbed first in Best Trick with a backside noseblunt on the wall!
- Salad? Dressen? Suski? There's a few ways to name this grind.
Sixteen-year-old Lem Villemin from Germany, took first place overall with smoother-than-usual 5-0 grinds and flippage all over the course. Second place went to Germany’s Kilian Heuberger, while Henning Braaten from Oslo, Norway took third.
The Push etnies Girl Jam was an undeniable success and 15-year old etnies Girl Evelien Bouillard from Belgium and feeble grinded, heelflipped and 50/50’d her way into a well-deserved first place. The Girl’s Jam will continue to be a strong and exciting part of the etnies European Open this year, just you wait and see…
- The girl on the left is a cutie! Anyone have her number?
Munich’s pre-elimination was, for the first time, limited to 80 starters. A new system for the semifinals was developed: instead of two 45-second runs, riders did an introductory run and a three-minute jam session. By the time it came down to the 12 finalists on Sunday, the new format proved itself to deliver a higher level of skateboarding, while eliminating some of the pressures of competition.
Congratulations to all the etnies riders who came away the first of hopefully many European Open winners for 2005! See you all on June 3-5 in Krakow, Poland for the next etnies Open!
- Happy winners! Check the person on the left trying to steal the Tupperware container full of goodies
Final Results
- Lem Villemin
- Kilian Heuberger
- Henning Braaten
- Tobias Albert
Girls Results
- Evelien Bouillard
- Juliana Marinko
- Sabrina Göggel
- Kim Wibbelt
Best Trick
- Steve Forstner – Backside Noseblunt on Wall
- Lukas Danek – Kickflip b/s lipslide bigspin out
- Tobias Albert – Blunt fingerflip on Wall
Many thanks to: etnies, etnies Girl, Holy Sport Distribution, Element, Monster Skateboard Magazine, and Kingpin for an amazing weekend!
For further information and photo material, please contact:
monika.bocian@skateboardeurope.com
Phone.: +49 30 265 570 11
www.skateboardeurope.com
More Euro Hype! Park Photos!
by: Brink | Friday, May 6, 2005
- This setup looks pretty badass, huh?
May 6-8 2005
etnies European Open
Munich, Germany
Street competition only
The ninth edition of the etnies European Open kicks off this weekend! This year the locations are Munich, Germany, Krakow, Poland and Ostia de Roma, Italy. During the last eight years the etnies European Opens have expanded to become one of the leading skateboard events in Europe.
The first stop is Munich, and for the eighth year in a row the etnies European Open is taking place in the Ice Trainings Hall of the Olympic area. IOU Ramps is already working on an excellent street course with new surprises. Munich is a three-day event and due to the enormous amount of skateboarders competing, the spaces in the pre-eliminations have been limited to 80 competitors. Friday starts off with practice and prelims. Qualifiers take place on Saturday and Sunday is dedicated to the semi-finals and finals. The prize money is 10 000 Euros!
Visit skateboardeurope.com for more competitor information or please contact: monika.bocian@skateboardeurope.com.
This Girl Wears etnies!
by: Brink | Friday, May 6, 2005
- Longboarding never looked so good!
This girl isn't an etnies model. Perhaps she just likes the shoes. Perhaps the photographer liked the way the pink and black colorway went with her outfit. Unfortunately, if I showed you the rest of the photos I'd lose my job. But they were emailed to me, so that means they must be on the web somewhere!
Lords of Dogtown Trailer Online!
by: Brink | Friday, May 6, 2005
The release of the Lords of Dogtown film is only a month away. Yours truly was lucky enough to see a screening in late 2004 and I am backing it. Check the new trailer!
A Bastien Interview!
by: Brink | Thursday, May 5, 2005
- Front board. Large and in charge.
Check out this Bastien interview from the December 2003 issue of Thrasher.
Six Weeks Until Go Skateboarding Day!
by: Brink | Wednesday, May 4, 2005
From IASC:
Go Skateboarding Day, June 21
3/30/05 (Orange County, Calif) For one day, skateboarders will take over the world! Imagine 20 million-plus skateboarders riding at the same time.
If skateboarders have their way, that will be the scene on the first day of summer—Go Skateboarding Day. It’s a day for skateboarders to skate above all else. It’s also an opportunity for those who’ve never been on a skateboard to grab a friend and join in.
The inaugural Go Skateboarding Day this past June caught on quicker than anyone imagined. Skateboarders held events throughout the Americas, Europe, Australia and Japan. Some of those events included backyard jams, skatepark sessions and impromptu street missions.
Last year was just the beginning of the grind heard around the world. This year, Go Skateboarding Day is going to be bigger, so here are some excuses to tell your boss or teacher: “I can’t make it on Tuesday, June 21 because…”
My house is on fire
I’m going to the dentist
The dog ate my slippers
I have a doctor’s appointment
I’m going to get my nails done
My sick grandmother needs me by her side
I have a tornado to attend
My cubicle is being remodeled
Global warming beckons my name
My dog died
I have to go vote for something
Here’s the best: I’m going skateboarding. Deal with it!
Regional Go Skateboarding Day events will be posted at local skate shops.
The etnies European Open Starts Weekend!
by: Brink | Wednesday, May 4, 2005
- etnies am Conhuir Lynn with a lofty Euro backside flip
May 6-8 2005
etnies European Open
Munich, Germany
Street competition only
The ninth edition of the etnies European Open kicks off this weekend! This year the locations are Munich, Germany, Krakow, Poland and Ostia de Roma, Italy. During the last eight years the etnies European Opens have expanded to become one of the leading skateboard events in Europe.
The first stop is Munich, and for the eighth year in a row the etnies European Open is taking place in the Ice Trainings Hall of the Olympic area. IOU Ramps is already working on an excellent street course with new surprises. Munich is a three-day event and due to the enormous amount of skateboarders competing, the spaces in the pre-eliminations have been limited to 80 competitors. Friday starts off with practice and prelims. Qualifiers take place on Saturday and Sunday is dedicated to the semi-finals and finals. The prize money is 10 000 Euros!
Visit skateboardeurope.com for more competitor information or please contact: monika.bocian@skateboardeurope.com.
V7 Teenage Tour!
by: Brink | Tuesday, May 3, 2005
The V7 Teenage Tour is a major skateboarding event in France where teenagers are the main focus and the future pros of France, and the world, are discovered. The Tour is known and respected worldwide and is hitting the road again in search of the most talented skateboarders in the country.
Check if you are in the area for any of the following dates:
May 7-8, COLMAR
May 15, Finals in CHELLES, PARIS
Hurry, only two left!
This event is free and open to all skaters under 17 years old. The street/park contest is in four categories: Age 11 and under; age 11-14; age 14-17 and girls division. There are demos featuring French and American pros on most of the tour's stops. The day of the finals will also be host to a demo by the etnies team: Bastien Salabanzi, Ryan Sheckler, Stefan Janoski, Rune Glifberg and Arto Saari. You'd be a fool to miss out!