We roared into Tampere like a pack of deranged lunatics, chasing the ghost of Gonzo himself. This is the sauna capital of the world, the beating heart of the happiest skate community on earth, and damn it, the warmest, most welcoming one too. The post Manserama 2024: A Decade of Skating Frenzy and Finnish Summer Magic appeared first on Confusion Magazine: International Skateboarding Magazine ..read more

When people hear “Bergfest at the Monsterbowl” most probably think back several years. They recall names like Emmanuel Guzman, Robie Brockel, Ben Hatchel, Tim Bijsterfeld, Jürgen Horward, and Jaime Mateu on the registration papers. They remember bands like Insanity Alert, Adolescents, and Space Chaser coming to Münster. Those days are long gone. After a seven-year break due to a lack of sponsors, the non-profit association Münster Skateboarding e.V. took on the task of reviving the legendary “Battle at the Monsterbowl.” Last year, Germany’s once-largest bowl contest celebrated its comeback ..read more

Frenchies on the road (summer ’23 to winter ’23) Hitting the road with the homies is always the best thing to do in life, especially when it becomes a deadly routine of boredom. Let me show you tons of good people and great places, welcome to the Hardcore Club! Songs: Basement 5 “- “No more ball game” and “Peel session” Film / edit: Sammy Idri @nimstone Lil’ boy can frontside smiths better than Daddy nowadays. Marius at PratsMe (aka Sammi Idri) paying homage to Mr.Covolan at Spotter DIY. Big thanks to the whole Sentfield crew for this epic spot and to Manu for taking the shotDon Julian b ..read more

“Crooked Smiles” is a short film focused on the beauty within the imperfections of life. Filmed over a year plus span, this film documents an adventure in skateboarding reliant on having fun with friends and exploring old and new terrain outside of the norm or skateparks. Hope you all enjoy watching as much as we enjoy creating!! Filmed / Edited by Tyler Hopkins Featuring: Jacob Saucedo Jared Jake Szabo Nachi Marcel “Gnarcel” Martinez Erick Sanchez Malachi Riley Rudy Archer Braun John Worthington Darrel Delgado Tyler Hopkins Brooks Trevor Bradbury Sota Tomikawa Chris Russell Brendan Aghas Rhe ..read more

Confusion magazine – issue 36 Cover: Jojo Ducros. Frontside air at a dam in the French Alps Photo: Adrien Motte @eikon.photo Get a single issue or SUBSCRIBE! Or buy Confusion from your LOCAL SKATE SHOP! Issue #36 DIY Spots: Nor DIY (Stuttgart, German) Bishop DIY (Detroit, Michigan) Courtside DIY  (NSW, Australia) Tlacuacha Ramp  (Guadalajara, Mexico) Capuchin’s DIY  (Breast, France) Features on: Weird Woods (Maine, USA) Toulouse scene report (France) Worploch Kidney Pool (Bremen, Germany) Reverty Bowl (South Korea) Interviews with: Takeshi Kageyama (Japan) Jojo Ducros (France) J ..read more

Klabböle Rännan – Sweden’s Endless Half Pipe Umeå is often referred to as the capital of northern Sweden, surrounded by mountains, forests and endless coastline, it is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts. The city also holds notoriety for one of the most unique skateboarding setups, a truly amazing spot that should be on the bucket list for any skater. Check out the podcast at the Skate Spot Pod “A unique skateable monolith to tick off the spot list. A perfect 6’ tall metal half pipe stretching into the distance further than the eye can see, through a secluded section of Swedish forest. The term ..read more

A solo skateboard pilgrimage discovering Australia’s skate scene inspired by Anti Hero “Tent City“. Filmed and edited by David Kendlbacher @dvdbaker The post OZ 18: a skate pilgrimage to Australia appeared first on Confusion Magazine: International Skateboarding Magazine ..read more

Photo: Stelly R.I.P. ZANE TIMPSON (1995-2021) “Never forget to tell your friends you love them.” Zane Ffforever (The cause of death was a ruptured dissection of the ascending aorta.) Interview by Jonathan Hay. December, 2020 I heard you moved to San Francisco about 7 years ago. Where did you live before that? I was born in my parents’ house in Leucadia, California and lived there for the first 18 years of my life. What brought you to San Francisco, except for the skate scene and spots? Or was that it? I went out to NYC for a few days in highschool on a family trip & I distinctly rem ..read more

Bellyful Skates went to Bali, drank every Bintang in sight, skated in 100% humidity, got soaked in tropical rain, and played terrible games of pool – ripsnorter of a trip! Special thanks to all the locals for making us feel welcome!  Bellyful in BaliRed launches a backside air in-between Bingtangs at the Televistar rampSnowy snagged Bali belly early on into the trip – board slide up and down the curb in-between toilet breaksBig Sam took a break from being a pest to pull this tailblock at Lumintang. Swelbow dislocated his shoulder so he never grabbed his board again.. Frontside ollie acro ..read more

On May 30th, 2023 was the final Arteskate party at LLSP skatepark in Torrelavega, Cantabria in northern Spain because the skatepark will get destroyed to make changes on the train line that runs close by. Filmed / Edited by J. Hay Skaters: Pepe Nuñez, Marko Rey, Ian Campbell, Jaime Mateu, Marta Halley, Izei Villacorta, David Sanchez, Sergio Cadena, Iraia Escobar, Juan Nplptmdb, Momiaka, Parse, Mikel Muguerza, Fran Tartañam, and some other LLSP locals whose name I forgot… MC: Captain Jairo Music: La Banda Trapera del Rio – “Monopatín” Wet Cactus – “Self Bitten Snake” Live Music: Mota Blues ..read more