Posts by Ben Komins
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SHOP TALK AT NYC’S TENANT SKATESHOP
There's nothing like a Modelo, a few stupid questions, and Greenpoint on a Sunday.
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JENKEM TRIES… BREAKDANCING
We're all going to be asked to dance at some point in our life, so why not bust out a legit breakdancing move?
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THE DIY ART GALLERY RUN OUT OF A BOX TRUCK, THIS IS U-HAUL GALLERY
Breaking down all barriers to entry, this gallery on wheels is bringing art back to the public.
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SWIM SKATEBOARDS PROVES THEY’RE HERE TO STAY IN “GRINDING THE TAPE”
A strong visual aesthetic, discerning eye for tricks & underrated riders - Swim got the formula right.
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IN THIS ECONOMY, ARE MORE SKATERS BUYING SHOP DECKS?
A short investigation into shop boards and their impact on the wider skate economy.
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“ACROSS AMERICA” DOCUMENTS THE TRIALS AND TRIBULATIONS OF SKATING ACROSS THE COUNTRY
Watch the behind-the-scenes reality of Chad Caruso's world record skate in this new documentary.
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LEFT ON READ: IBU SANYANG
Our series where your favorite skaters share memes, movie recommendations, camera roll photos, notes and more.
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HOW HEROIN HELPED REINVENT THE OLD GUY SKATER
"People who make fun of us for skateboarding at 50 need to remember, everything’s weird."
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INSIDE LETTER STORE, A 100% DIY STOREFRONT STARTED BY A 20 YEAR OLD
"People tell me all the time that physical stores are going out of business, but I don’t think the need for community and physical spaces will ever go away."
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“OVERBOARD” A BIG FAT GREEK BOAT TOUR WITH MONSTER
Oh captain, my captain, may we skate this 12 stair hubba?
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MATT KING IS BREATHING NEW LIFE INTO TWO CLASSIC SKATE SHOE BRANDS
The new Team Manager, Filmer, and Editor of Emerica and etnies lets us into his world.
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WHAT THE HELL IS GOING ON WITH ILLEGAL CIV?
The Illegal Civ stuff feels like an ongoing soap opera, so to air out any confusion we talked to a few key characters.
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SKATERS RECOMMEND THEIR FAVORITE SKATE PANTS
We hit up some pro skaters and Jenkem contributors known for their 'fits to offer recommendations.
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GETTING KINKY WITH DANIEL VARGAS
Daniel Vargas' philosophy on whips, chains and getting choked out.
