Albeau (JP/NeilPryde) continues to dominate the 2009 Pegasus PWA world Cup despite jumping the gun in race six. Dunkerbeck (Starboard/Severne) holds firm in second with consistent sailing throughout, whilst Maynard (RRD/NeilPryde) storms into the remaining podium position after a strong day on the water.
Women’s
Valerie Ghibaudo (Tabou/The Loft) looks ever more likely to take the PWA slalom crown as she finishes day three counting a clinical score of straight wins. Two more bullets were added to her tally after she delivered another dominating performance.
Valerie Ghibaudo: “I am very easy with my gear and I like these conditions. It’s not finished yet, but for the moment it is OK for me.â€Â  … Details
For a few hours on a recent evening, the headaches of keeping a step ahead of Iran’s notorious security forces begin to fade. Skateboarders, BMX bikers and aggressive inline skaters zip down the quarter-pipe in their baggy street wear, pumping their arms whenever they land a tricky move. Small groups of teens from relatively well-off families, some still in middle school, stand on the sidelines staring in awe while beats spin over the booming speakers.
The capital’s only skate park is a rare refuge for some of the country’s restless and burgeoning youths, allowing them to congregate without being harassed by the feared Basij militia. Under President Mahmoud Ahmadinejad’s rule  … Details
At the second CWWC Tour Stop the top riders of the scene impressed everyone with their amazing riding. Compared to yesterday they managed to keep the youngsters at distance.
At this incredible wakepark in Ukkohalla at the Cable Wakeboard European Championships 2009 they performed under perfect conditions. Who can stay at the top of the world ranking? The leading riders of today made up the points they missed from the European Championships.
In the Open Ladies category everything went according to plan for the Dutch Maxine Sapulette. She was able to … Details
Video Skateboard – Skullcandy Repping at the European Skate Championships 2009 – We had a strong presence across the pond at the European Skate Championships this year, check this little highlight vid of some of the skate action.