Tuesday, December 28, 2010
Tuesday, December 14, 2010
Saturday, November 20, 2010
Sunday, October 24, 2010
Kona Halloween Am Jam 2010 Results
"The results are in for the 10th annual Halloween Am Jam.
Despite a 2 hour rain delay there was some serious ripping going on. Check back for pics and more details. But for now here are how the divisions all checked out."
9 & UNDER
1 Hal Scarborough
2 Gavin Gilman
3 Isaac Brown
4 Nicky Henseler
12 & UNDER
1 Christopher Kozma
2 Dominic Palazzolo
3 Eddie Valle
4 Hunter Young
5 Ryan "Bubba"Stephens
6 Nicholas Gilman
7 Anthony Rosado
8 Noah Berger
9 Andrew Harned
13 & Up
1 Johnathan Morefield
2 Grady Smith
3 Dane Quintal
4 Max Martin
5 John Belote
6 William Netzhimer
7 Mark Robinson
8 Ish Cepeda
9 Rodney Sauseda
10 Dominic borrero
11 Jesse Alderman
12 Marcus Lizzmore
13 Santino Johnson
14 James Hebblethwaite
15 Alex Smith
16 Dylan Hale
17 Deein Coats
18 Jack Mackachern
19 Danny Mcallister
20 Ethan Dixon
21 Vincent Armstrong
SPONSORED RESULTS
1 Marshall Lafrance
2 Blaine Partridge
3 Jamal Campbell
4 Blake Kovarik
5 Jake Sykes
6 Nick Blanco
7 Trevor Stevens
8 Nathan Kirkland
9 Nate Shellhorn
10 Austin Kormondy
11 AJ Flores
12 Patrick Gilroy
13 Kris Jones
14 Kyle Chambers
15 Jake Miller
16 David Mcminn
17 Craig Clements
Friday, October 15, 2010
Monday, October 11, 2010
Friday, October 8, 2010
Sunday, October 3, 2010
Saturday, October 2, 2010
Out with the old in with the new sale! All East Center Tees Half Off. I Skate FL tees only $15
Wednesday, September 29, 2010
Monday, September 27, 2010
Saturday, September 25, 2010
Ethics Wheels Sunglasses are out NOW

The new Ethicswheels sunglasses hit the streets Tuesday, so hit up the facebook page for Fourwheelsinmotion for the Southside of town or Ethicswheels page for the other side of town. They come in a 6 colorways, so get them before they're GONE. They are only 5 bucks
Monday, September 20, 2010
Knuckle Up Skateshop

Hey you all got to hit up Knuckle Up skate for your needs. They have low prices and a great selection for whatever you need. So here's the flyer for there new location. The owner of this place is hardcore skater and runs it that way. Support real skate a REAL skate skate shop with a real skate vibe - So here's the flyer!
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Sunday, September 19, 2010
Friday, September 17, 2010
Kona Skatepark to win 10,000 Dollars for Renovation.
Kona Skatepark is the winner of the 10k renovation prize money from Gatorade. That's a whole lotta money! Congrats to Kona. Check out their site for more info on their campaign to win the $10,000 prize.
Tuesday, September 14, 2010
Saturday, September 11, 2010
Wild in the Parks @ Kona Skatepark, TODAY
Friday, September 10, 2010
Get Well Soon, Jocelyn
I don't know Jocelyn Battisti Personally, but so many freinds of BusStop have shared their concerns and heartfelt regrets about what happened to her. I can't say much about what happened other than what you can find in the news, but I will say that from everyone at BusStop - we wish you the best. Please get well soon.
-Norm
Photo of Jocelyn as seen on the homepage of theBerrics.com.
Thursday, September 9, 2010
Monday, September 6, 2010
Tim Johnson and the Bacon Team Go Nordic - Bit of Bacon Tour
Saturday, September 4, 2010
Saturday, August 28, 2010
Wednesday, August 25, 2010
Other Peoples' News - TWS Skate and Create, Sponsored by Monster.
Check out my personal favorite from the bunch:
Saints and Sinners Tour Stops @ Kona Skatepark
Thursday, August 19, 2010
Wednesday, August 18, 2010
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Mike Rosa Interview @ Paradise Wheels
Sunday, August 8, 2010
Wednesday, August 4, 2010
Tuesday, August 3, 2010
Results from the Gatorade Free Flow Tour Stop @ Kona Skatepark
Skate Park:
Tuesday, July 27, 2010
Steven Pineiro and other BusStop homies @ X-Games 16
Saturday, July 24, 2010
Gatorade Free Flow Tour and Block Party Starting this Week!
Friday, July 23, 2010
Thursday, July 22, 2010
Skate Perception's King of the Road - Matt Oistacher
Monday, July 19, 2010
Saturday, July 17, 2010
Friday, July 16, 2010
Saturday, July 10, 2010
Friday, July 9, 2010
Sunday, July 4, 2010
Lets Send our Best Wishes to BusStop Homie Nate Johnson
Thursday, June 24, 2010
Chris Jolly's "Full Length" Trailer featured on Transworld
OR, you could just check the video out here.
Full Length "the trailer" from Chris Jolly on Vimeo.
Tuesday, June 22, 2010
How did you spend your June 21st?
Monday, June 21, 2010
Saturday, June 19, 2010
Matt Fink Qualifies 1st, Finishes 1st @ Manny Mania in Charlotte, NC
Here's a video of Matt from Atlanta Hates Us.
Thursday, June 17, 2010
Tuesday, June 15, 2010
More Ante Up Coverage at JaxScene
Required Reading
Great skate blog out of Canada. Some of the most entertaining haters out there.
The Chrome Ball Incident:
Second site i check every day after BUSSTOP. Nostalgia if you were skating in the late 80's and early 90's, and a history lesson if you started late.
Boil The Ocean:
Some of the best skate writing out there.
Frozen in Carbonite:
90's sympathizer, Menace Tech fetishizer, and great writing on skateboarding.
Ante Up Skate Race - Lowlight Reel
Drinking, filming and skateboarding aren't easy tasks when you are doing them all at once. Nonetheless, here is my attempt at doing so. The trip was rough to make on skateboards, and the sidewalks and streets of downtown Jacksonville can be less than forgiving.
We all gathered round a cooler at Shantytown Pub in Springfield, and as soon as the first beer was cracked, we were off. I tried to stick close to the main group, which included Ante Up founder and hero Kevin Graver. First stop was Zombie Bikes, which is now located near the corner of 1st and Main, across the street from The Pearl of Springfield. We all had to pound a beer and head out to the next stop, but not before skating some distracting obstacles which included a tall loading dock and a piece of plywood up against a trash bin.
So after this we headed down Main Street to Burro Bags, which is near the Florida Theater on Forsyth Street. At this point I was considerably winded, and pounding a beer just wasn't in the cards for me. Our group stopped and relaxed for a while, shared some stories about the ride and headed off toward the third stop at the top of the river walk. Along the way, someone realized it would be a good idea to head up to the top of the parking garage across the street from the Modis building, so up we went. At least 10 of us went up the the stairs to the second floor and then hopped on the elevator to the 9th level. After a short ride to the top, we proceeded to bomb the empty parking garage. I almost made it down the short way, and by that I mean by losing control and sliding into a wall and nearly off the side of the building.
The next and final stop was atop the river walk at the high point near the Times Union offices. After making it up the spiral to the top, I found myself among a group of sweaty, worn out looking skateboarders, along with a few who looked totally unphased by the whole trip. There were coolers set up with ice and beer, friendly faces, and more stories of the ride so far. After a short break (and P-Nut puking) we bombed the river walk bridge. Once we got to the bottom, we stopped, ran back to the top, and bombed it again. We did this a few times. After some good times and some unfortunate events that included Sparky picking up a dead fish from the side of the river and George Evans blowing his ankle out, we headed down to the end of the river walk and on to Riverside avenue. From here, it finally became a race, and I found myself pushing as hard as I could to beat Nate Cary down Lomax street to the Lomax Lodge.
When I got to the finish, I was dead tired. Thankfully, I had wussed out and drank water on the last two stops instead of beer, otherwise I don't think I would have survived the trip. I don't think many of my comrades had much of a problem with handling their beer, though. The celebration and afterparty at the Lomax Lodge was awesome, with free drinks given out, grilled burgers, hot dogs, and corn. Bruce Tyler (aka ODB, or Old Dirty Bruce) had made it to the finish line first, and eventually we got around to celebrate his victory when he opened his customized victory party bag put together by Kevin Graver himself. Inside, he found:
A Bottle of MD 20/20 - This got passed around. Mandatory swigs. My mouth still hurts from it. I hope I didn't catch something from you dirtbags.
A Pack of Newports.
A Honey Bun
A Pack of Wifebeater T-Shirts
Some Cigarillos
Some Scratch Off Tickets
So in summary, this was one of the best Ante Up events yet. I want to say thanks to everyone who participated, especially Kevin's friend who carried my bag in her SUV, P-Nut from Crown for paying my way in, all of those who helped at each stop along the way, Laura for taking my near lifeless body back to my car, and most importantly Kevin for putting this together. Not only do you know how to throw a party, but you also know how to make a skateboarding contest exactly what it should be.
Monday, June 14, 2010
Ante Up 4
Damn Am Minneapolis 2010 - Florida on the Come Up?
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Ante Up Skate Race - Today at 4:00 PM!
Saturday, June 12, 2010
Manny Mania 2010 Finals Results
Sponsors: Organika, Converse, RipNDip
Hometown: Orlando FL
2 Jerry Cadet
Sponsors: Zoo York
3 Johnny Scianneaux
Sponsors: Catalyst Skate Shop
4 Damon Hall
Sponsors: Galactic G Skateshop, Silver Trucks (flow), Hubba Wheels, DGK
Hometown: Orlando FL
5 Travis Ehrlund
Sponsors: Mullets Wake n Skate
6 Nick Blanco
Sponsors: Square One Skate Shop
Hometown: Jacksonville FL
7 Chad Poore
Sponsors: Action Park Alliance
Hometown: Orlando FL
8 Jack Moran
Sponsors: Rip and Dip Clothing, Catalyst
9 Yonnie Cruz
Sponsors: Black Label, Lakai, Matix, Westside, Bones, Ace
Hometown: Hartford CT
10 Jimmy Lannon
Sponsors: Westside Skate Shop, Lakai, Satori, Venture, Kiki
Hometown: Sarasota FL
11 Jacob Harwell
Sponsors: Hazard County Skatepark
12 Felipe Gouveia
Sponsors: BC Surf and Sport, AMXon skateboards
Hometown: San Paulo Brazil
Thursday, June 10, 2010
Monday, June 7, 2010
Sunday, June 6, 2010
Wednesday, June 2, 2010
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Skaters Saving Second Base - Charity Contest at Kona Skatepark
"Kona is hosting the Skaters Saving Second Base charity contest this Saturday! Odds are looking very good for anyone who enters to win! This is still anyone's race, and the prizes could go to YOU! With a minimum $300 in projected donations, you could win :
1st Place : Ultimate Skate Vacation
7 day all expenses paid trip starting in LA
2nd place : a free week at any of the Woodward Skate Camps
3rd place : You will be flown out to the Vans Downtown Showdown in Hollywood
Anyone planing to enter must call Kona at (904)725-8770 to confirm!
This is an incredible opportunity to help a great cause! Get out there and get sponsors today! If you land 6 tricks and had 5 sponsors, your sponsors would only have to pledge $10 per trick. And all the money goes to fight breast cancer!"
Thursday, May 27, 2010
New East Center Site Launched

101-Trilogy-Clyde Singleton
I dont care how you feel about his drunken antics around town, back in the day Clyde was doing big things. Classic video part heavy with Jacksonville spots.
Wednesday, May 26, 2010
Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Dropping in... The History of the Jacksonville Skate Scene @ Beaches Museum & History Center

An exhibit at the Beaches Museum & History Center Celebrating the Colorful Heritage of “The Jacksonville Skate Scene” will be an exciting display of Jacksonville’s rich skateboard history. Originally, skateboarding was created and influenced by surfers seeking any inclined concrete surface on which to recreate the sensation of “riding the waves” on land. Hills, driveways, parking garages and ultimately empty swimming pools provided the ideal terrain to satisfy the wave starved surfer during flat spells. Consisting of vintage photos, videos and skateboard equipment, you will be amazed at the impact Jacksonville had on the skateboarding industry, locally and nationally. The exhibit will open on June 10 and run through August 28, 2010. A “Grand Opening Party”will be on June 12, 2010 from 7:00 – 10:00 PM. In attendance at the Grand Opening Party will be Jacksonville’s biggest Skate legends such as Jimmy Plumer, George Wilson, Buck Smith, Mike Peterson, Todd Johnson and many more. “Special Guest” appearances of Jay Adams, original Z-Boy, plans to be there too. At the special event a documentary will be featured detailing the origins of the “Rattown” crew, as well as The Z-East Team, the Dogtown connection, the evolution of Kona Skatepark and more, produced and presented by local professional surfer and skateboarder Mitch Kaufmann. A special Induction Ceremony by “The Florida Skateboard Hall of Fame” is also being planned in conjunction with the Grand Opening Party. An award ceremony for a surf/skate contest scheduled for earlier that day will also take place. Call 904-241-5657 for details.
This exhibit and event will be dedicated in honor of Bob Biniak, a great friend and original Z-Boy, who suffered a fatal heart attack while visiting here in February 2010. This special event made possible through Atlantic Video owned by Mitch Kaufmann.
Mark your calendars NOW for this Exciting and Original exhibit and Grand Opening Party, Saturday, June 12, 2010. Tickets are $10.00 in advance and $15.00 at the door. Free food, cash bar and lots of FUN! Tickets on sale at the Beaches Museum & History Center located at 380 Pablo Ave, Jacksonville Beach, Fl 32250 or ON-LINE using PayPal at www.bm-hc.com. For more information call 904-241-5657.
Photo - George Wilson doing an edger on the Kona Tombstone, 1977
An Introduction to Shaun White Skateboarding
Monday, May 24, 2010
Sunday, May 23, 2010
Saturday, May 22, 2010
Bong Gause
Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Monday, May 17, 2010
Sunday, May 16, 2010
Free Flow @ Kona, July 31st 2010

"As most of you know the Gatorade Free Flow Tour is coming to Kona July 31st!! And with your help this year Kona can win $10,000 to go towards revamping the park!! All you have to do is go to the Gatorade Free Flow Tour Facebook and vote for Kona! It's as simple as that!! Thank you too all of you who have already voted! Be sure to spread the word, and help us win the opportunity of a lifetime!"
Thursday, May 13, 2010
Monday, May 10, 2010
Goat Ramp at Jax Beach

Tim Kulis and crew came out for a demo/contest in jacksonville beach, bringing his own portable ramp, also known as the Goat Ramp (www.goatramp.com) Good vibes, even though there were a few police officers walking around taking all the guys' beers. everybody seemed to be bummed on that one. I didnt really get the chance to shoot as many photos as I wanted, sorry for the low amount of them. I really am slacking on this post, because I don't even remember the results of the contest. you can see the rest of the photos here.
Thursday, May 6, 2010
Wednesday, May 5, 2010
Jake Sykes featured on Focus Skate Mag's Website
Monday, May 3, 2010
Snaps: Joey Corey @ Atlantic Beach, May 1999
Sunday, May 2, 2010
Thursday, April 29, 2010
Wednesday, April 28, 2010
Sunday, April 25, 2010
Saturday, April 24, 2010
Skatelab AB's Vert ramp moves to Kona
- Posted using BlogPress for iPhone
Friday, April 23, 2010
OP Park Update

Monday, April 19, 2010
Saturday, April 17, 2010
Kona Spring Fling Contest Results - Video Soon!
- Dylan Durkin
- Blaine partride
- Spencer Lau
- Nate Shellhorn
- Nathan Kirkland
- Jake Sykes
- Marshall LaFrance
- Nick Blanco
- Spike Lamy
- Seth Dupuis
- Trevor Stevens
- Grady Smith
- Jamal Campbell
- Craig Clements
- Kris Jones
- Max Martin
- Phillip Thompson
- Josh Adams
- Sam Rooks
- David Jordan
- Dakota Hunt
- Blake Kovarik
- James Hebblethewaite
- Cling Beswick
- Ish Capeda
- Derek Paine
- Austin Stanley
- Lucas Stanley
- Brandon Fruscella
- Dylan Wynne
- Marcus Lizzmore
- Joey Campbell
- Neko Protonotarious
- Samuel Myers
- Justin Batten
- Rodney Faulk
- Julian Whorton
- Chase Kilpatrick
- Ryan Hodges
- Joe Funk
- Braden Reynolds
- Jiovanni marshall
- Jake Domschke
- Kurt Domschke
- Wyatt Siebe
- Nicholas Gilman
- Shawn Arthur JR
- Hal Scarborough
- T-Bone Harrison
- Matthew Despres
- Gavin Gilman
Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Announcement: Red Bull Manny Mania Coming to Orlando on June 5th, 2010
