May 28th, 2008
by mandy
Today I meet with the casting directors from MTV’s show "Made" There is a girl from Ohio who wants to be made into a skateboarder. "Made" is looking at me to instruct her. I’m excited and hopeful. Wish me luck!
Mandy Esch
360SkateSchool.com
May 27th, 2008
by matt
Recently we have been in contact with the Maloof Money Cup website, with them listing us at the top of their blog roll (see the Media Buzz section).
My question was, who are these guys and why Skateboarding? What makes basketball and casino owners want to create a large prize skateboarding event? Why OC (not exacly Kings territory)?
Oddly enough (and forgive my absence of thought… my 3rd baby was born last week!) Transworld Skateboarding did an article on the 5th that I completely missed! The article gave a good insight into Joe Maloof and the intentions behind this tournament. I get an overall opinion that these guys may be a new wave in the world of skateboarding and it might be good to keep an eye on them. Read the article here.
The cup is bringing a mass of names: Ryan Scheckler, Jake Brown, Koston, Lasek, Burnquist and many more from the pro scene. It should bring out a large group of amateurs for display as well.
We will keep an eye out on the Maloof site, this could very well be a nice addition to the OC skate lifestyle and become an annual event to look forward to.
May 8th, 2008
by matt
For those of you interested in more than just skateboarding, Planted clothing has signed on a new team rider!
Helen Wilson is from Arcata, CA (way up north near Oregon) and is embarking on an exciting adventure this summer. She has been chosen as one of the 2 people to represent the USA in Greenland for the Greenland National Kayaking Championships in Qaqortoq, Greenland!
This gruelling competion pits Helen against Eskimo rolling, races, harpoon throwing and rope gymnastics… in exceedingly cold water!
We support Helen in her journey and are excited to add her to our team of extreme athletes.
If you would like more information about Helen and her journey, you can visit her website at http://www.greenlandorbust.org.
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