Remembering Phil Shao
8/23/2016
Phil Shao, 1973-1998. 18 years dead? Well when he was here, he was doin' it. Blind School pool in Berkeley had three covers. His Smith over the box was top shelf. They only take the good ones. Miss you daily. Always with style, Phil MF Shao. —Jake Phelps
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12/14/2023
Thrasher’s DIY: UN Plaza Part 1
Kanfoush levels up beyond the quick DIY jobs with the brand new UN Plaza off Market. From famous inspirations like Shao and Stranger to current figures like Gibbs and Finley, Austin walks you through how this place connects the generations. -
7/15/2022
The Story of China Banks
In a city full of iconic terrain, the bricks of China Banks represent hallowed ground. From Julien to Duffy to Shao and T-Funk, this is our humble homage to a legendary spot. -
8/23/2020
Phil Shao's "Tribute" Video
Phil Shao was a pioneer of the Skate Everything era and this tribute encapsulates his ATV power. Rip In Peace, Phil. The rest of the world is still trying to catch up to you. -
8/23/2018
Remembering Phil Shao
20 years ago we lost Phil Shao. He was tragically killed in a car accident while back on the road after rehabbing his knee from ACL surgery. He embodied the archetype for modern day "all terrain" skating with 110% raw power. Style and brains eternal, we love you Phil Shao! —Bryce Kanights -
6/23/2017
Loveletters To Skateboarding: Unleashed the East Part 2
Grosso sits down with Jerry Hsu to talk about rad Asian skaters in part 2 of the Loveletters.