It’s a rare thing these days, in the age of the internet and all, when you can honestly say an amateur skater paid his dues to earn what he’s got, but for Nick Garcia, there’s nothing truer than that. Skating his ass off, and getting noticed the old fashioned way… “The harder you work the luckier you get” and with that said, we are proud to introduce Element’s newest pro, Nick Garcia.

Here’s a look back at Nick’s skating through the years, including video highlights, articles exposure, magazine covers, and his most recent footage and first pro ad… Congratulations Nick, you deserve it.

The Nick Garcia collection consists of the Welcome and Blue Collar boards, a cruiser shaped by Nick, and limited edition shirt. Everything is available in the Element store and at your local shop, so stock up now.

Evan and Levi

Kershnar displaying an American cannonball

Boo, Nick, Evan and Todd at the Berlin Wall

Evan hopping over the wall

Evan and Nick

Cole

Cole, myself, and Todd

From Top Left to Bottom Right: Evan Back Smith, Nick & Madars, Van Life, The Homies

Can’t wait till next year.

Etnies has released a full Nick Garcia part in support of the Freeport shoe. Enter to win the shoes along with an Element board and Stance socks here.

Also, check out this exclusive interview with Nick via Skateboarder Magazine which coincides with his Etnies part. Click here to see full interview.

Julian Davidson and Nick Garcia came up with this special set of Travel Well cruiser boards, called “Day Trippin’”. Designing them was one thing, but what came next was the fun part; hitting the streets. Nick and Julian headed off to Skate Camp, and took the long road to get there. From bombing hills and crushing rocks to flatground and mini ramps, these boards are truly all terrain vehicles.

Music by:
Boom Chick
“Ghost of Bo Didley”
boomchickboomchick.com

GET A CLOSER LOOK AT THE DAY TRIPPIN’ SERIES:

In “Crossing Canada” the Element team linked up with West49 for a series of demo’s and signings from sea to shining sea. Mark Appleyard, Nyjah Huston, Levi Brown, Nick Garcia, Julian Davidson, Evan Smith, and Boo Johnson put on a show at every stop.

Music by:
Dirty Fences
“Kilsythe Rabbit Road”
facebook.com/dirtyfences

On September 24th 2011, Element and Beachworks joined forces to present the ELEMENT EQUINOX FESTIVAL. Set in Element’s own Orange County backyard, the festival included an amateur contest, team demo, team signing and a bevy of booths to keep attendees psyched. Two amateur contests were held: thirteen and under and fourteen plus. A total of $1,000 was awarded to the winners, $700 of which made its way into the back pocket of 14+ winner Edgar Barrera.

In addition, a free trip to Element / Ymca Skate Camp was awarded to the winner of the thirteen and under contest, Vinny Villani.

As impressive as the 14+ contest and demo were, the young kids contest really brought the stoke. Seeing the young’uns with decks as big them go for glory brought smiles to the faces of even the most jaded among us.

While not watching the skate action, attendees tie-dyed t-shirts, got henna tattoos, played skateboard wheel plinko to win free Element gear and checked out an array of animals on display from Inside the Outdoors.

For more photos from the event, visit our Flickr page.

As part of the Element Crossing Canada tour, the team stopped in at the capital of Ontario for a demo and signing at Ashbridges skatepark. Check out footage from the event brought to us by Push.ca!

Music by:
Dirty Fences
“Haily Hallway Looker”
Facebook.com/dirtyfences
dirtyfences.bandcamp.com

Visit West 49 online at www.west49.com!

Element Crossing series in stock! Get your Crossing board today!

Where should the team tour next? Let us know in the comments section below.

The Element Crossing Canada Tour is well underway! Nyjah Huston, Mark Appleyard, Levi Brown, Nick Garcia and more are on the open road putting on Demo’s and team signings in eight different cities across Canada! See poster above or visit the Events page for more information on Tour Stops near you!

Nyjah Huston signing posters -  “Crossing Canada” demo, Montreal.

Julian Davidson FS Blunt – “Crossing Canada” demo, Montreal

Events Page

“Crossing” Board Series in stock!

Nyjah Huston and Nick Garcia have a hefty amount of bangers in this compilation from the “Crossroads” best trick events of the past. Via Thrasher.

Nick Garcia has a new Tuesday 25 interview up on the Skateboarder Mag site! Nick answers 25 questions about everything from favorite skate parks to favorite beverage! Check out the interview by clicking HERE!