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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12/30/2024
Thrasher's DIY: Rosebud DIY
What's the DIY capital of the world? It might be South Dakota's Rosebud Reservation with how fast they're adding new parks. Kanfoush and epic guest Pedro Delfino lend some muscle for the locals and see what life is like on the rez in this special episode. -
12/30/2024
The "LFT New Gen" Video
Austin Bland, Tyrone Taylor, Cruz Lopez and their crew in Lafayette, Indiana put hurtin' on their home turf with a hot new vid. -
12/30/2024
DC's "No Big Deal" Video
Brian Panebianco captures Shanahan, Kalis, Bilyeu, Brown and company as they cut dense urban centers for DC. Will Marshall comes through again with his second closing part of the year. -
12/30/2024
Sk8 Skates' "BrazyLand" Video
Winnipeg’s triple OG shop is back at it with another heavy full-length feature filmed by Kian Smeall. -
12/30/2024
This Old Ledge: Arco Rails
Downtown LA’s preeminent towers have presided over countless iconic sessions. Ted gives the scoop on the gilded grounds of ARCO from Video Days to 2024.
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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.