We’re all about growing the tribe here at LDPCast and this episode is a blue print for how to build a grass roots skate squad. In our sixth interview we speak with Marta and JT, founders of Sk8pak Miami. This loose knit crew of skaters is more than 100 strong and they meet weekly for cruises all over south Florida.  Also a check in from SkateIDSA correspondent and points guy Andrew Andras with information about how the divisions work. Introducing skate 411 a monthly service to help connect long boarders to long boarders. SK8Pak contacts: Instagram: Sk8Pak Website: www.sk8pak.us J.T.: j ..read more

For our fifth episode, which feels like a mile stone, we are joined by the Tucker family, Harrison and Robert. We hear nutrition tips and get some background on this family skate team. Also introducing IDSA correspondent Calleigh Little to share some background on the latest US adventure race, Sleep Away Camp. Gear list for backpack camping: Mind your weight here and less is often more. Comfortable backpack – This will make or break you, look into quality backpacking bags that offer support of adjustment, a hip strap is highly recommended. Water – 3L+ – Do your home work and know your route ..read more

We speak with Kent Lingeveldt of Alpha Longboards. Kent is based in Cape Town, South Africa and is a life long skater, community activist, board shaper,  photographer, entrepreneur  and so much more. We had fun with this one and hope you enjoy. Thanks for listening. Apartheid history: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Apartheid Kent Lingeveldt contacts: Instagram: Kent Lingeveldt Facebook: Kent Lingeveldt Alpha Longboards: Website: Alpha Longboards Instagram: Alpha Longboards Facebook: Alpha Longboards Do you want to talk without us? Send us an e-mail: ldpcast@theidsa.org ..read more

Rick Pronk! World Record holder, Mr. 500k, a gentleman AND a scholar. We had a really fun time with this one. Rick is a world class athlete and a stand up guy, he shares experiences and tips with us on what it takes to get through a (successful) world record attempt and gives us a brief history of the Dutch ultra skate. Enjoy Rick Pronk contacts: Instagram: Rick_Pronk Facebook: Rick Pronk Do you want to talk without us? Send us an e-mail: ldpcast@theidsa.org Fallow us on Instagram: http://instagram.com/ldpcast Website: http://www.ldpcast.com/ This podcast was created by Miles Kipper and Ed ..read more