I think I saw him in there.

For all of you out there that are Authors of this blog and had problems posting video, we just discovered a problem and hopefully found a solution for you. I just changed all of the authors to editors which hopefully will solve any video posting issues.

One author could post text and links, but when he posted video it never worked. I’m sure that must have been a frustrating thing. After we discovered this problem we realized that changing his profile from author to editor allowed him to post videos.

I welcome you all to give it a try and breath some new life into the site.

As you all know he rips and his shoes are sick! And just has them so come and get ‘em!

Skateboard History Timeline - 1920s to 2004

This timeline is primarily the result of input from skaters and those who were directly involved in skateboarding’s history. However, it is still a work in progress as I receive additional input. Please do NOT publish or distribute any of the information here until it is finalized. Compiled by Jim Goodrich. Revised November 11, 2004

1920s

The first known skateboard type product is a three-wheeled, stamped metal device with pedal-car like wheels, and an adjustable heel cup and toe clip. Usually sold in pairs with a set of poles, they are apparently designed to mimic cross-country skiing. It has a 3″ by 10″ riding surface, and no steering mechanism.

Some people are said to be machines, others have robotic styles. Does this remind you of anybody?

Anybody out there political but not sure what candidate out there shares your views? There is a great site out there called Glassbooth. First you rate issues with a pointing system of 20. After that you select how you feel about issues from strongly supporting to strongly against. After these questions it gives you an out put of candidates and the percentage of how closely they match your views. Check it out if you care about such things.

Burton Acquires Alien Workshop And Habitat DNA Distribution, which includes skateboarding brands Alien Workshop, Habitat and Reflex, today announced that the company has been acquired by Burton.

The two companies began discussions over a year ago and found that they share a common approach in the way that they contribute to boardsports culture, including a commitment to creating long-lasting relationships with their teams of international athletes. In addition, both are committed to advancing and innovating hardgoods technologies, as well as the artistry and creativity associated with these sports; supporting a solid team of amateur riders; and providing best customer service practices.

DNA Distribution will continue to operate in Dayton, Ohio and CEO and Co-Founder Chris Carter will continue to oversee the DNA brands, which include Alien Workshop, Habitat and Reflex Bearings.

“We are very excited to bring the DNA family of brands to Burton - a company that we truly respect,” says Chris Carter, Chief Executive Officer for DNA Distribution. “Burton clearly leads their market in terms of team, innovation, marketing and values. Joe, Mike and I look forward to leveraging Burton’s strengths to reach the full potential for the DNA brands: Alien Workshop, Habitat and Reflex.”

“Through surfing and snowboarding we have learned that hardgoods are the foundation of all boardsports, and with the addition of DNA to our family, we are on our way to delivering skaters what they want and expect,” says Jake Burton, Founder and Chairman of Burton. “As with Al Merrick and the crew at Channel Islands, the relationship with Chris, Mike and Joe at DNA has been a natural fit right from the start. Everyone around here is committed to growing Burton into a true boardsports company, so I am confident that we can provide a home where DNA and their team of skaters can build upon what they have already excelled at in the skate industry.”

“We couldn’t have found a better company to work with than DNA,” says Laurent Potdevin, Burton’s Chief Executive Officer. “Burton and all of its brands are authentically committed to snowboarding, surfing and skateboarding without distractions from other sports, products or categories. This acquisition completes a strategy that we have been very focused on for quite some time and marks a new milestone in the evolution of Burton and its family of brands.”

This news taken from Burton’s website doesn’t exactly hype me out personally, but the details of what and why the acquisition took place is unknown to me. How do you feel about the ownership of an Ohioan skate company being under the umbrella of Burton?