PLC double flipping
Pierre-Louis has been trying double flips for a little while now and is now very close to landing it, check this out on his website:
www.pierrelouiscostes.com
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UNITE official Summer range launch
Got some news from Joel Taylor at UNITE to introduce & launch the new UNITE summer range to you folks in case you haven’t seen the range yet.
UNITE being one of the rare 100% bodyboard clothing label we – at Spongercity – strongly encourage all you bodyboarders out there to wear all sort of 100% bodyboarding clothes, wetties, accessories and labels (not just Unite but all brands such as Grand Flavour, I Am None, Flipmode, VU, Plastic People, Zion, Reeflex, Attica, Void, Dunes etc.) because the more you support those people the more they will support their riders and the sport in general making all of our industry stronger and better in the end coz they invest your money in our industry.
Back to UNITE now: Joel – Okay, we admit it, we’ve been lagging. Our Summer 2010 range has been in stores across Australia for the past couple of weeks. Anyway, today is the official start of Summer so we would like to now officially introduce Unite Summer 2010.
It’s been said before, but this is by far our favourite collection that we have released here at Unite. Not only does it reflect our maturity as a brand, but all that we have learned, experienced, and refined during our six year endeavour to bring you the finest products possible.
For Summer 2010, we have poured our blood, sweat, and tears into producing our best and most comprehensive line to date without compromising the premium quality goods that you have come to expect from us.
This season we have a whole bunch of fresh Tee Shirts – a number of which were designed by acclaimed graphic designer, street artist, and The Amity Affliction vocalist, Joel Birch – and due to popular demand, we’ve thrown a Tank Top into the fold. It wouldn’t be a Summer collection without Walk Shorts and Board Shorts, and there’s also Caps, a Backpack that is perfect for travel, school or just a lazy day at the beach plus a wide range of Accessories, Decals and Stickers.
Our Summer 2010 range is available at all Authorised Unite Dealers across Australia now, click here to view the entire collection. You can find your local Unite Dealer here.
Also, the first glimpses of our new 2010 / 2011 advertising campaign have started to show up in the magazines; the first two ads being in Riptide 178 and Movement 34. Have you ever wondered what it takes to score a mind blowing photo for a magazine or advertisement? Yeah? Well, we’re gonna gather the thoughts of each featured rider (or photographer) and take you on a behind-the-scenes journey of every ad in our new campaign as they appear in the magazines.
Keep an eye on our blog this week for insights from Damian King and Michael Novy on their ads in the new issues of Riptide and Movement!
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Manta’s 25th Birthday – Celebrating with some board to win.
Got some cool news from Manta: To celebrate Manta’s 25th Silver anniversary we are offering a special “Silver Series” custom board in whatever classic Manta shape you like. What you need to do to win is. Head on over to Manta’s Facebook page http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#!/mantabodyboards and become a friend if you’re not already. Then in 25 words or less write on Manta’s wall explaining which was your favorite Manta board ever and why you need it remade. Photos of you and the board will grab you extra points. The winner will be deemed in two weeks time on December 17th. Manta will get in contact with you via Facebook and will arrange to have a new Silver Series model to you in time for the Christmas break.
*Note, this competition only applies to residents of Australia and New Zealand.
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Damian King Instructional DVD
Two-time World Champion Damian King has just released his personal instructional Bodyboarding DVD. Damian covers everything from paddling and ocean safety, all the way through to advanced moves and competition strategies. Kingy advice not only comes from 2 world titles and over 20 years riding, but the best footage from the past 10 years of his Joker series archive to best illustrate the particular tip he is talking about.
The DVD also contains a beginner and advanced stretching routine, which is tailored for Bodyboarding, and preventing injury from the impact certain moves have on your body. “I have been working on the DVD for a while now, and I didn’t want to just slap something together”- King said. Now that it’s finished I am pretty stoked with the final product. It’s starts off with the very basics of Bodyboarding and then progresses into more technical aspects of the sport. I truly believe there are tips in the DVD for anyone who wants to fast track their riding and learn the correct techniques so they can utilize the waves they catch”.
The 50-minute Damian King Instructional DVD will retail for around $25, and be available in stores mid November.
When purchasing a Turbo – Damian King signature model a free copy will be included says Turbo Bodyboards.
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Follow Max
Max Arent re-launched his website recently. Check it out.
I am relaunching my website www.followmemax.com with this clip and a start fresh splash of content.
The website will be getting updated almost daily.
Cheers! – Max
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Nomad releases the Alex Halsey Ltd. pro model
News from Nomad Bodyboards about some new weapon they’ve got for you: Nomad Bodyboards is stoked to announce the release of the new Alex Halsey Ltd pro model for the 2010/11 season.
The model is extremely limited with only 50 being produced for the 2010/11 season. 25 boards have been produced in the Engineered Flex Core (EFC) and 25 boards have been produced in Polypro (EPP)
Alex Halsey represents the next wave of young riders who are combining power to their tech riding. His template and specifications reflects this high standard of riding.
Due to the Alex Halsey model being limited, Nomad will announce which stores will be stocking the models exclusively on their Facebook page on Dec. 1st. Join up to the Nomad Facebook now at www.facebook.com/nomadbodyboards
Check out www.nomad.com.au for more details.
Available in OZ:
EFC: Specifications: Check the photo here.
Sizes: 40” / 41” / 42”
Core: Engineered Flex Core (EFC™)
Deck: Cellu-Cushion 8lb PE
Slick: Surlyn
Rails: 50/50
Features/Tech Specs: Variable Flex Triple Stringer System, Channels, Nose Grips, Nose and Tail Buffers. Designed by Alex Halsey.
RRP // $329.95
PP Specifications: Check the photo here.
Sizes: 40” / 41” / 42”
Core: Polypro (EPP)
Deck: Cellu-Cushion 8lb PE
Slick: Surlyn
Rails: 50/50
Features/Tech Specs: Carbon Fibre Stringer, Channels, Nose Grips, Nose & Tail Buffers. Designed by Alex Halsey
RRP // $379.95
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Photographer Ricardo Amaral
Got an email from Portuguese photographer Ricardo Amaral saying that his website is online. There are currently 40 new pics from this personal archive. Azores, Portugal, Canary Islands and France pics so far. Lots of nice ones. CHeck it out here: www.ricardoamaral.info
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Great video from Grand Flavour for their Summer range launch
The guys at Grand Flavour & Movement TV released a cool video for their Summer range launch, check it out here: http://www.vimeo.com/17170961
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Look what we found in the mail box!
We found Mitch Rawlins’ FOUND BOARDS Lookbook and it’s freakin’ good ! Worth every penny, sick shots and nice read ! The t-shirt looks sick too !
Check Mitch’s Lookbook here if you haven’t yet and order it if you can, it’s a good investment, we’re telling you: http://mitchrawlins.com/projects/look-what-we-have-found/
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Interview – Eunate Aguirre
Our first girl interview on Spongercity.com – Currently #2 on the womens bodyboarding world tour, Spanish bodyboarder Eunate really impressed everyone with her riding and her approach of the media/communation side of things, releasing super cool video clips and imagery, taking care of her riding as well as the image she creates and really showing everyone what girls are capable of on a boogieboard. We thought it was high time to interview Eunate and learn more about her, her riding, her training, her projects and views about the bodyboard scene etc.
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