Go Skateboarding Day
On June 21 skateboarders around the globe will celebrate the pure exhilaration, creativity, and spirit of one of the most influential activities in the world by blowing off all other obligations to go skateboarding! Skateboarders everywhere will hold fundraisers, contests, protests, demo’s, they’ll skate across cities, gather in skateparks, stream into their local skate shop and some will even revel in the solitary act of skateboarding alone, all bringing together the skateboarding community in the grind heard around the world.
Check It: www.goskateboardingday.org
Rodney Mullen
Still amazing!
Freecaster
Your Source for Action Sports beyond TV. Watch extreme sport videos including skateboarding, MX, mountain biking, snowboarding, surfing and breakdancing in high quality.
Check It: www.freecaster.tv
Wii Fit
The active-play phenomenon started by Wii Sports now spreads to your whole body thanks to the pressure-sensitive Wii Balance Board, which comes packed with Wii Fit. The board is used for an extensive array of fun and dynamic activities, including aerobics, yoga, muscle stretches and games. Many of these activities focus towards providing a “core” workout, a popular exercise method that emphasizes slower, controlled motions. Family members will have fun staying active and talking about and comparing their results and progress on a new channel on the Wii Menu.
Check It: e3nin.nintendo.com/wii_fit.html
Apple Seeds NYC
Apple Seeds is an all-in-one play space in New York City, NY with an indoor playground, children’s classes, a kid friendly restaurant, a children’s boutique, themed children’s birthday parties, events and more.
Check It: www.appleseedsnyc.com
Fox Girls
Fox Racing is the best for all your Motocross, Bmx, Mountain Bike gear and apparel. Available at the Fox Racing Shop.
Shop It: www.fox-girl.com
Element YMCA Skate Camp
It is a true skateboarder’s paradise. For 24 years, Element YMCA Skate Camp has enriched campers lives by providing a safe environment that encourages friendship, communication, laughter, personal growth and, of course, skateboarding. Our program provides a variety of activities throughout the day to insure that there is never a dull moment at Skate Camp. Each action packed day will be spent skateboarding with new friends, fun activities, swimming and laughing. Daily skate activities include instructional skate time, skate contests for all skill levels of skaters and lots of free skate.
Check It: www.skatecamp.org
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Sports Spuds
For over 50 years fans of all ages have loved this classic character. Now Mr. Potato Head toys have ventured into the professional and collegiate leagues. Sports Spuds collectibles have been a hit as a sports giveaway item at games across the country, and they are now available at a store near you!
Check It: www.sports-spuds.com
EXPN.com
Online version of ESPN’s action sports network covering skateboarding, snowboarding, surfing, inline skating, BMX, Motocross and X Games.
Explore It: expn.go.com
Willy Wonka Skate Ramp
via The CoolHunter… It’s Willy Wonka meets Tony Hawk. The new, well temporary buit skate board art ramp in Pittsburg is the creative work of a number of local artists called to collaborate their talents in revamping the local skate ramp.
Check It: www.mayahayuk.com/rollrampant.html
Flybar
Feeling too grounded by your training routine? The FlyBar 1200 will charge things up with some big air excitement. Great for building balance, strength and stoke, this tricked out pogo stick uses an elastometric spring that is powered only by leg strength and body weight. Available at Amazon.com
Check It: www.flybar.com
Crayola Outdoor Fun
Celebrate the warm weather with these outdoor activities, toys and art contest from Crayola.
Check It: www.crayola.com/outdoor
Razor Pocket Mod Electric Scooter
Cruise the side streets in style with this euro-style electric scooter from Razor. Featuring a high-performance, chain-driven electric motor and a vintage-inspired body, the Pocket Mod can reach speeds of up to 15 miles per hour–plenty fast enough for a quick trip to the corner store or a fun ride in the country. The scooter also teams a pair of 12-inch pneumatic tires with a rear suspension system to ensure a comfortable ride. Other features include a retractable kickstand, variable-speed acceleration, a padded seat, and a built-in battery that travels for up to 10 miles on a single charge.
Get It: www.amazon.com
