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Leo Baker is the skate hero we've all been waiting for

New York state of mind — As a game-changing talent with an unapologetic voice, Lacey Baker’s defiant approach to the skate industry hasn’t always made for the smoothest ride. But now that her determination is paying off, it finally feels like she’s in the right place.

  • Magazine
  • Anthony Pappalardo

The secret life of skate legend Jason Dill, in photos

Ninety-Six Dreams — In a new book, photographer Greg Hunt captures the details of his 16-year friendship with the skateboarder and Fucking Awesome founder.

  • Skate
  • Anthony Pappalardo

Why Nora Vasconcellos is the future of skateboarding

Street shredder — After her parents lost the family home and her friends went off to college, Nora Vasconcellos headed west in chase of a dream: turning pro on her own terms. But now that she’s become the first female rider on Adidas Skateboarding, the 25-year-old believes it’s time the industry caught up with reality.

  • Magazine
  • Anthony Pappalardo

The Batman of skateboarding

If you build it, they will come... — From New York to Ethiopia, DIY legend Jerry Mraz transforms neglected spaces under the cover of darkness – selflessly crafting skate spots for anyone and everyone.

  • Outdoors
  • Anthony Pappalardo

Skate photographer Pep Kim’s journey from Seoul outsider to NYC big dog

See it, shoot it, keep it moving — Skateboarding is all about 'the tour', landing in some exotic locale and letting curiosity lead the way. But when photographer Pep Kim swapped South Korea for the States, it was the fabled kerbs of NYC that felt foreign and brand new.

  • Photography
  • Anthony Pappalardo

Photographer Gabe Morford captures skateboarding’s perfect moments

Ready for Anything — Documenting those that are inherently unpredictable is a skill that SF-based Gabe Morford has honed over a lifetime shooting from the hip.

  • Skate
  • Anthony Pappalardo

Josh Stewart might be the guardian angel of New York skateboarding

Static filmmaker fights the California monopoly — Navigating New York City is tough enough, especially when you’re up against skateboarding’s West Coast empire.

  • Skate
  • Anthony Pappalardo

Ed Templeton

Huntington Beach Top Picks — Artist and pro skateboarder Ed Templeton curates some skate 'Top Picks' from his Huntington Beach hood.

  • Top Picks
  • Anthony Pappalardo

Joel Meinholz

Subterranean Skate — Hopps' pro, East Coast party thrower, Bum Rush the Spot organiser and newfound photography freak Joel Meinholz shoots Dutch artist Parra in LA.

  • Skate
  • Anthony Pappalardo

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