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Almond's Nathan Adams 9'9" Model

Here's a look at the new 9'9 Nathan Adams Model from the Almond Shop. The prototype version is on display in the racks of the shop. I'm also adding in the teaser video, which is meant to wet your appetite more.

Nathan himself.

Picaresque

So... a new film is out called Picaresque. Put together in-part by my man Ty Williams, who also did the cover and artwork, but directed and produced by Mikey DeTemple, the film itself is about showcasing longboarding in a new light; getting away from the preconceived notions and turning up the tempo. When in motion, longboarding is ultra fluid, yet relatively systematic. But when its done right, it’s also utterly dynamic. With an über-talented group of 25-and-unders (let for one), spells of innovation and sickening-balance led to a blending of traditional and progressive, resulting in a universal message about the sport: logging offers few limitations.

The collaboration project between High Seas Films and Flesh Profits Nothing is about unveiling an unseen (and unappreciated) side of longboarding. Between the unique camera angles and editing, a new spin on “surf music,” and choice locations, Picaresque is a step into the new generation of surfing. Shot in Super 16mm film and High- Definition, the project took the crew around the globe, stopping in Australia, California, Florida, France, Mainland Mexico, New England, New York, and Costa Rica, presenting a range of backdrops, cultural interactions and wave faces.

Starring: Harrison Roach, Christian Wach, Scotty Stopnik, Tommy Witt, Matty Chojnacki, Chris Christenson, Mikey DeTemple, Chad Doyle, Rob Kulisek, Alek Parker, Eli, and Bucky Berry.

Better Trends

Thought it was music time... so here 'tis. Alex Kopps' video rendition of Japanese Motors' "Better Trends". Enjoy!

Jeff Canham

What can I say the guy has a lot of good stuff going on right now... Check out his stuff! You will thank me.


(P.S. You should really Free Manny... Manny Caro that is; get a Mandala board.)

Ocean + Beach Visited

Went down to Needles and Pens and WOW! The Ocean + Beach show is amazing. Get your arse down there and check it out. It is showing up until August 9th and they are open from 12-7 daily. Rad stuff.

New Woodshed Site

Check out the revamped and stellar Woodshed Films site. Plenty of new news and tasty web goodies for ya!

TSJ/POV Shorts

Check out the rad one, Tyler Manson's, new video series called "TSJ/POV Shorts"! Great stuff here!
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TSJ | POV - "Dan Malloy & Dane Reynolds Board Swap" from The Surfer's Journal on Vimeo.

Here's a great one with Dan Malloy and Dane Reynolds swapping some equipment... other clips to come!