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Jaakko

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The teenager who beat the blues with a DIY skate paradise

Building a way out of boredom — In the frozen heartland of Finland, Jaakko Saavalainen’s do-it-yourself attitude proves that anywhere can become a skate utopia – as long as you’re willing to put in the work.

Written by: Juha Solanterä
Culture

Huck 58: The Offline Issue

Out Now! — After a year of shit-storms, The Offline Issue gets back to basics by unplugging from the internet and diving into the real world.

Written by: HUCK HQ

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