• Thrasher’s DIY: UN Plaza Part 1

    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.
  • The Story of China Banks

    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.
  • Phil Shao's "Tribute" Video

    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.
  • Remembering Phil Shao

    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
  • Loveletters To Skateboarding: Unleashed the East Part 2

    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.
  • Remembering Phil Shao

    Remembering Phil Shao
    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
  • From the Crypt: On the Road Volume 9

    From the Crypt: On the Road Volume 9
    Speyer, Shao, and others are greeted by NYC ambassadors Peter Bici, Chris and Jones Keefe, and Rob Gangemi.
  • Phil Shao: 15 Hard Years

    Phil Shao: 15 Hard Years
    Not a day goes by when I don't look at the sky and ask why. Miss you blood. —Jake Phelps
  • From the Crypt: On the Road Volume 8

    From the Crypt: On the Road Volume 8
    Wade Speyer, Phil Shao, and others are a long way from home as they head to New York and hit the streets.
  • From the Crypt: On the Road Volume 7

    From the Crypt: On the Road Volume 7
    More Shao, Speyer, Pailes, Bici, and Choppy Omega. Wade's final transfer is make or break all the skin off your body.
  • Thrasher Weekend: Vans in Austin

    Thrasher Weekend: Vans in Austin
    Elijah, Kyle, Pedro, Daiki, Trey and a packed lineup from Vans and No-Comply light up lengthy kinkers and put on a helluva show at House Park—Big Love to the Lone Star State!
  • In the Shop: GT’s January '25 cover tees and mug

    In the Shop: GT’s January '25 cover tees and mug
    You already know GT’s new cover is one for the books, but it's also for the tees and mugs. Get yours while supplies last.
  • Nico Hiraga’s “City Situation” Part

    Nico Hiraga’s “City Situation” Part
    San Francisco’s native son levels up from The Bay to LA for Hardies Hardware.
  • Tyson Bowerbank's "Obverse" 2 Cents Part

    Tyson Bowerbank's "Obverse" 2 Cents Part
    The tech wizard outta Salt Lake City whips up more magic and makes it look easy.
  • Atlantic Drift - Episode 16 - Vienna to Budapest

    Atlantic Drift - Episode 16 - Vienna to Budapest
    The Drifters are back, with Tom and company unlocking spot after spot as they snake down the Danube from Austria to Hungary.
  • Events
    In The Mag
    Jamie Foy Thrasher Cover December 2024
    Handrail heavyweight Jamie Foy delivers a knockout punch to the final cover of 2024—16 down, six up and the grind of a lifetime. We caught up with the former SOTY to talk handrails, contests, and terrain. We got interviews with Brandon Westgate and Chris Russell. Full Death Match coverage, and last but certainly not least, YETI took the gang on a wild adventure to the Oregon Coast. Heavy issue, don’t miss it!