Displaying items by tag: James Kelch
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12/25/2023
Tired Skateboards “TIRED & FORGOTTEN” Video
First, the full-on fatigue, then the memory slowly fades. Last Xmas was number “NEIN”, but who’s counting? Happy Holidays to all the exhausted soldiers still putting in work. Big Love. -
7/26/2023
This Old Ledge: Bay Blocks
Though “The Ribbon” was a doomed project for city government, the stretch of concrete blocks along the Embarcadero further cemented San Francisco’s mecca status in the ’90s and beyond. -
7/12/2023
This Old Ledge: Embarcadero
There’s more to the spot than meets the eye. Follow Ted Barrow into the world where skateboarding, architecture and the concrete jungle collide to spark the magic of modern street skateboarding. We start at EMB. -
6/01/2022
Aaron Meza: People I've Known
From Embarko loc to Crail Couch creator to mastermind behind Nike SB’s recent “Constant” flick, Aaron “The Mez” Meza is the ultimate benevolent skate biz insider. -
8/10/2021
Greg Hunt: People I've Known
Greg Hunt has a ripping legacy as a pro skater and he transitioned smoothly into one of the most respected videographers out there. And you know he's met characters along the way. -
12/25/2018
Tired Skateboards: Tired and Destroyed
Loosen your belt, lower your standards, and enjoy volume 4 of the Tired saga. -
10/31/2018
Real Skateboards: James Kelch "Flyer" Interview
To celebrate the re-release of James Kelch's iconic first board graphic, the "Flyer", Eric Lantto from Classic Skateshop caught up with him to find out the story behind it. -
10/14/2015
BS with TG: Episode 2 James Kelch
James Kelch sits down with Tommy Guerrero to talk about the old EMB days. -
9/21/2015
EMB 30 Year Reunion
Last Saturday, September 19th, the EMB Reunion BBQ went down at what was once the epicenter of modern street skating: Justin Herman Plaza. -
6/15/2015
Burnout: Chicago Flared
The Lakai/Emerica supertour roars into the windy city just in time for Wild in the Streets.
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3/28/2024
DEF's "TAHI" Video
The seaside spots and underskated plazas of Tahi, New Zealand come under fire from Simon Thorpe, Deacon King and a host of ledge-hunting locals.. -
3/28/2024
Cons' "In The Gutter Looking at Stars" Video
From the hotel lobby to the gritty asphalt, Noah Smith, Jedd McKenzie, Corey Smith and company tear into the Australian streets for Cons. -
3/28/2024
Thomas Goldman's "BERG 2" Video
A vicious slam section leads Thomas Goldman's production before Evan Gabriel, Ian Rodriguez, Liam Hardman and more deliver a thoroughly entertaining ride through Richmond. -
3/28/2024
Paul Young's "Down By Law" Video
Covering the cuts of New York, Jersey and Florida, this masterwork from Paul Young follows an undeniable roster through the brutal East Coast streets. -
3/28/2024
This Old Ledge: Grant's Tomb
Who’s buried at Grant’s Tomb? Not just a former president and his wife (and dog). A more recent and gnarly history lives at this Upper West Side spot, highlighted by Ted Barrow and the rippers who tested the beveled blocks at this exalted NYC staple.
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In The Mag
Congrats to our 2023 Skater of the Year—Miles Silvas! Miles gets the gang together for a trip down to Mexico City. Tiago, Ishod, P-Rod and Shanahan all make appearances. Talk about star-studded. More SOTY coverage includes: BA’s Rusty trophy on eBay, TNT’s People I’ve Known, Silas Baxter-Neal dishes on when he got it, and Tyshawn passes the torch. Plus—Gregson Mashes through the Baltics, Nike heads to NZ and the Swampfest gets covered (with mud). Not to mention a sticker sheet AND poster… Don’t blow it; get yours.