The day of the 2012 Golden Gate Part Race began and ran its course much like any other Saturday spent in San Francisco with the Sunset Sliders; we woke up late, had some laughs over breakfast, and proceeded to shred until darkness ensued.
That’s just how we roll.
The following is a photographic and videographic refection of an epic day spent with friends and filled to the brim with some serious downhill Gnarlitude.
Some of you may notice a lack of text in this article—If that bums you out, I do apologize.
As an experiment, I carried with me not only my skateboard, but also two DSLRs and my iPhone. I ended up capturing what I believe to be some truly inspirational shots, and ultimately, I just feel this story is best told visually—I hope you agree. Please enjoy.
The ride of choice for any skater ready to shred the downhill playground of SF. Photo
A packed Sunset Sliders Bus on it’s way to the Golden Gate Park Race. Photo: Bandy.
At the Golden Gate Park Race, making our way to the starting line. Photo: Bandy.
It’s hard to take photos while your filming, and skating. Multi-task mid-race shot. Photo: Bandy.
Another picture captured while skating in the Golden Gate Park Race. Photo: Bandy.
The after-race awards ceremony, beach party, and BBQ. Ocean Beach, SF. Photo: Bandy.
The Sunset Sliders Forefathers: Doug, Austin, and Dave. Photo: Bandy.
A whole lot of skateboards. Photo: Bandy.
BBQ time at Ocean Beach. Photo: Bandy.
Level raiser—the Sunset Sliders bus. On to the next session. Photo: Bandy.
Alicia and Carmen kickin’ it together in San Francisco. Photo: Bandy.
A view of San Francisco’s Golden Gate Bridge is always worth a thousand words. Photo: Bandy.
Twisted perspective, corner gripper, Lester Stormfire. Photo: Bandy.
Adam Winston, stylin’ it. Photo: Bandy.
Another impromptu session ensues. Photo: Bandy.
Byron Essert. Hella fast! Photo: Bandy.
Jesse Breiman, tasty toeside shredder. Photo: Bandy.
Dakine, Big Dave, and Mr. Grease chilling after a solid Sunset session. Photo: Bandy.
The ladies shred, the boys watch. Photo: Bandy.
Post-session group shot, San Francisco, Ca. Photo: Bandy.
A special thanks to the Sunset Sliders, Riviera Skateboards, California Bonzing Co., and to all the skaters that showed love and inspired us with their good vides and burly shredding. Tootles!
. . . and a super bear-hugger goes out to Big Dave and his beautiful dancing’ queen, Liz, for letting me lurk-to-the-fullest on their floor. Thank you & shredlove maximized!
wow <3