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NYJAH HUSTON – CLIP #1 FRONTSIDE NOSEGRIND
In anticipation of the Nyjah Huston video, we will be releasing a new clip, once a week until the video drops on 11.11.11.
The inaugural clip is nothing short of death defying, as one wrong move, and your neck deep in pain. The roll up and ride away conditions are nothing to write home about either, but Nyjah manages to walk the line with a frontside nosegrind down the double set.
Click HERE to watch, and check back each Friday for a new clip of Nyjah.
BACK TO THE START
Chipotle, friend of Element friend and MAKE IT COUNT sponsor, has put out an incredible short film entitled “Back to the Start”. The film depicts the life of a farmer as he slowly turns his family farm into an industrial animal factory before seeing the errors of his ways, and opts for a more sustainable future.
Both the film and the soundtrack were commissioned by Chipotle to emphasize the importance of developing a sustainable food system. The soundtrack is by country music legend, Willie Nelson, who sings a cover of Coldplay’s “The Scientist” is nothing short of moving.
We love the film and its message, and wanted to pass it on. Get inspired, and for more information, visit:
To learn more about the the Chipotle Cultivate Foundation, visit:
And pick up a limited edition Element x Chipotle burrito board at your local shop. Each one comes with a gift card for a free burrito!
HELLA CLIPS – NYJAH, TIM TIM, AND EVAN SMITH
Hella Clips, is without a doubt, the best place to find the most current skate video clips, big or small. And the last few days, Element riders have been popping up with all sorts of footage.
Nyjah Huston and friends rolled through the Chino park recently, and left no ledge unturned. Subscribe to Nyjah’s friend, Nathan on YouTube here for more Nyjah footy, as they’re always out skating, rain or shine.
Chad Tim Tim walks you through the basics of a switch crooked grind. Active is holding a contest here, where whoever sends in the best footage of them doing a switch crooks, wins a year supply of shoes from Dekline. Don’t forget the bonus clip and contest at the end of the video too.
Evan Smith gets a surprise request from skateboard legend, Josh Kalis, while on tour with DC in Europe. Watch and see if Evan can land a “Straight 8″ on call. The “Straight 8″ is when you do the two fundamental flip tricks, kickflip and heelflip, in the four possible ways, which equals 8… Kickflip, fakie kickflip, switch kickflip, nollie kickflip, heelflip, fakie heelflip, switch heelflip, and nollie heelflip.
CRIBS – BUCKY LASEK
Bucky Lasek is a legend within skateboarding, who’s done it all… From his main-stream wins to underground video parts, Bucky is undeniable force that has helped shape where skateboarding is today, and these accolades haven’t gone unnoticed… ESPN has an article, “House Check: Bucky Lasek” which gives us an inside look at the house that Bucky built, including exotic cars, organic eggs, and of course, his private bowl, all of which are absolutely incredible, and well deserved.
BARLEY GRIND
Joe Krolick, long-time filmer, editor, and photographer to the stars, has been posting updated edits of classic footage that he’s compiled over the years. Recently Joe posted some rare Mark Appleyard footage that was a true classic, but the newest release of Donny Barley is an unprecedented and unseen visual treat. Watch and learn, as this is why the word “style” was invented; it’s Donny Barley.
