The Amanda Powell Interview: Heroine Of Shred
Amanda going fast—Malibu chargin'! Photo: Bandy.
“Amanda Powell is the only lady I know in L.A. rushing to the Malibu hills as often as possible to skate what most guys are terrified to skate—firing-up her scooter and hitting the hills is Amanda’s daily routine.
When she isn’t job-hunting from her computer she is eating PB&J’s, mobbing a canyon run, or shredding the boardwalks of Venice Beach. Her effortless transitioning between a 55” dancer and an ever-shortening speed-board shows just how versatile of a skater she really is.
If you told her a year ago that there would be a press release about her switching board sponsors she would have called you crazy, and then skated away, surfboard under one arm, on her way to the beach.
Things are moving fast for Mander—I can’t wait to see what comes next.” (Dane Webber)
The Dillon Stephens Interview: Skate & Masticate
Dillon doing it right: Fast and Full Mast!. Photo: Marcus Bandy.
“When Dillon Stephens isn’t mowing down on questionable roach-coach street-meat or punishing his digestive system with homemade, deep-fried concoctions; he’s out there on the hills leaving his mark—grinding a set of wheels to dust on the most high-speed, technical roads that he can get his feet on.
Dillon can be low-key most times and you won’t see him (soberly) calling attention to himself in a crowd. His presence on a skateboard is similar. Dillon doesn’t flail wildly or blow turns; he’s in control and skates with a fluid and precise style. That being said, Dillon’s hunger for speed is equal to his passion for food, and when the time comes for either he will definitely be in front of you.” (Kyle Martin) Read More
Scoot & His New Sector 9 Pro Model: “Tiffany”
Scoot, chillin' hard in Malibu. Photo: Bandy.
Scoot is a ripping downhill shredder and has been skateboarding steep and winding roads for many, many moons. He was born in Mission, BC, Canada back in 1987 and now resides in East Vancouver. Scoot has won races all over the world, including Maryhill ’07, as well as others in Germany, Puerto Rico, Canada, and France. What really makes Scoot such a Cool Cat is not only his racing accolades, but it’s also because he’s just a chill-ass human being. By day, Scoot builds houses—it just so happens that he’s also one of the fastest skateboarders in the world.
When we heard that Sector 9 was releasing Scoot’s new downhill pro model, the “Tiffany”, we had to hit him up directly and get the scoop. The following are some images of Scoot riding his new “Tiffany” board, as well as a brief interview with the man himself discussing how this new deck came about and what is on the horizon for 2012. Checkka, checkka: Read More
Arbor’s “Get Elevated Tour, Episode 5″ & Exclusive Team Interview.
The Arbor Collective is doing big, big things, and their talented freeride skateboarding team is definitely a integral component to this forward momentum of Radical. We’ve been watching all of the Arbor “Get Elevated Tour” videos over here at Wheelbase and have gleaned some major Stoke each and every time one of these puppies goes live. Today, we are proud to collaboratively introduce the final and culminating episode: Arbor’s “Get Elevated Tour Episode 5″, as well as provide you with an exclusive and truly Arbor “collective” interview with the freeride team discussing their experiences skateboarding and filming for the “Get Elevated Tour” series. Please enjoy. Read More
The William Royce Interview: Florida’s Rastaman Ripper
Will Royce, getting it in, downhill style. Photo: Casie Mruk.
The longboarding scene in Florida, like everywhere else in the world, is growing at a substantial rate. More and more skaters are joining the ranks and shredding their local spots on a broader range of equipment. William Royce is one of those who have always been ripping on skateboards—long or short. Up until this year, he has dominated Florida downhill competitions, and many along the East Coast. This year, Will has traveled and skated all over the United States, as well as Canada, competing on the IGSA Downhill circuit and a grip of others.
Our editor, Marcus Bandy, asked me to sit down with Will so that we might learn more about this dreadlocked shredder. Once I was able to track Will down, he and I kicked back and discussed his story and unique skateboarding experience. Please enjoy. Read More
