Velvet Couch Clothing adds New Zealand shredder Carl Tangen to the team for 2015

Carl Tangen

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GwtrPOuZk-8″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]Australia’s mighty Velvet Couch Clothing have added New Zealand’s Carl Tangen to their team in 2015.

Also known as Meat, the Wellington-based shredder not only rips on the blades, but is also reportedly a fearsome muay thai fighter as well. Don’t mess with this guy!

We could say more, but really… his skating speaks for itself.

For more on VC Clothing, check out their rollerblading.com.au profile, visit their official website or Facebook.

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CJ Wellsmore wasn’t at Winterclash in The Netherlands this year … or was he?

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Last year’s Winterclash champion CJ Wellsmore didn’t make the event in 2015, but his presence was certainly felt.

Much like the crew of Richie Eisler impersonators last year, a group of fans took it upon themselves to ensure CJ still was a feature at the event, if only in spirit.

This year, David Sizemore took out the Pro Final ahead of Anthony Pottier and Nick Lomax, with Joe Atkinson taking out the USD Best Trick contest with a killer 360 fishbrain over the door to 270 cess slide.

Check out the archive of Locoskates’ livestream of the Pro qualifiers and finals below, plus full Top.10 results.

Pro Finals:
1. David Sizemore
2. Anthony Pottier
3. Nick Lomax
4. Joe Atkinson
5. Eugen Enin
6. Jacob Juul
7. Roman Abrate
8. Diego Guilloud
9. Guillaume Legentil
10. Carson Starnes

USD Best Trick:
Joe Atkinson (360 fishbrain over the door 270 cess slide)

Photo:
Anthony Finocchiaro

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Registrations now open for the Queensland Titles 2015 at Fairfield Skatepark, Brisbane

Brisbane Rollerblading

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/brisbane-logo.jpg” image_width=”800″ image_height=”450″ crop=”true” lightbox=”false” frame_style=”simple” target=”_self” caption_location=”inside-image” align=”left” margin_bottom=”25″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]Registrations are now open for the Queensland Titles 2015 at Fairfield Skatepark in Brisbane on April 4.

Returning after a few years off, the Queensland Titles will bring together the Sunshine State’s best rollerbladers (and some interstate special guests) across four categories, with Fairfield transformed into a coping paradise.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER FOR THE QLD TITLES 2015

Sections include the Spine Jam, U18s, 30+ and of course, the Open street. It costs $25 for one category, $40 for two or $50 for three, payable by cash on the day.

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New French clothing brand Arcena announce CJ Wellsmore as latest pro rider

Arcenda Brand

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/arcena4.png” image_width=”800″ image_height=”450″ crop=”true” lightbox=”false” frame_style=”simple” target=”_self” caption_location=”inside-image” align=”left” margin_bottom=”25″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]French clothing brand Arcena has added Australian powerhouse CJ Wellsmore to the team for 2015, joining names like Antony Pottier, Mannon Derrian and more.

It’s a big coup for Arcena, with the Sydney-based star currently ranked No.1 in the world in competition skating.

With its feet in rollerblading, music and art, Arcena looks like it’s expanding strongly in 2015, with a growing “wolf pack” including not only skaters, but artists and music producers as well.

While the gear isn’t stocked in Australia yet, expect to see it Down Under soon through their new relationship with Wellsmore. The brand will also present at this year’s Winterclash trade show.

For more on CJ Wellsmore, check his Facebook. For more on Arcena, check out their official website.[/vc_column_text][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Wallet.jpg” image_width=”800″ image_height=”1100″ crop=”true” lightbox=”false” frame_style=”simple” target=”_self” caption_location=”inside-image” align=”left” margin_bottom=”25″][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Gavin Drumm pro bearings available now from the Go Project, wheels and more soon

Gavin Drumm Pro Bearings Go Project

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KGJFrLP7mtU”][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]New hardgoods company Go Project has released a line of pro bearings for Australian skater Gavin Drumm, alongside products for Richie Eisler and Dominic Bruce.

To celebrate the brand’s launch, they have just dropped a killer introduction edit featuring their three first pros, editing by the one-and-only Dom West. It’s a well-deserved endorsement for Drumm, who is without a doubt one of the best skaters in the country, and arguably the world.

The Go Project looks like they are going about it the right way, too. Instead of having a traditional “team” of skaters, they sponsor people on a per product basis. They pay the skaters upfront for the pleasure and the good news for Drumm is, all profits for the first production run of bearings will end up in his pocket!

Here’s what Go Project have to say about Gavin Drumm’s new pro bearings:

“Gav Drumm’s skating is fluid and technical. Go Project Gavin Drumm skate bearings’ low torque and high tolerance are perfect for a heavy vertical load-bearing sport like inline skating.

“They use seven Chrome Steel ball bearings protected by a single sided Nylon shield. Nylon does not dent like metal compounds. This, combined with the single shielded design means that the ball bearings are less likely to be crushed or caught between dented shields.

“Go Project does not use the generic ABEC scale to rate bearings because of its irrelevance to the specific tolerances imposed by inline skating, where quality of manufacturing and materials far surpass theimportance of a rating based upon ‘revolutions per second’. Gav’s bearings simply have a Speciality Rating of 4/5 which represents their performance when used as a skate bearing.”

Go Project Gavin Drumm bearings and other products are available in Australian retailers now. For more on the Go Project, check their official website.[/vc_column_text][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Gav-drumm-right-shape.jpg” image_width=”800″ image_height=”450″ crop=”true” lightbox=”false” frame_style=”simple” target=”_self” caption_location=”inside-image” align=”left” margin_bottom=”25″][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Matt Caratelli drops new edit of Aussie legend Brad Watson at St Kilda Bowl in Melbourne

Brad Watson St Kilda

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/119506529″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]Matt Caratelli has just dropped his latest edit, this time of Aussie legend Brad Watson rocking St Kilda Bowl in Melbourne.

At 35-years-old, the Bayside Blades rider is one of Australia’s longest-standing and most influential bladers.

This video is proof he is still shredding harder than most skaters half his age!

Filmed and edited by Matt Caratelli. Song: Frank Wiedemann & Ry Cuming – Howling (Âme Remix).

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Killer photos from VC Clothing at the Red Ledge Rivalry street competition in Brisbane

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[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/redbanner.jpg” image_width=”800″ image_height=”450″ crop=”false” lightbox=”false” frame_style=”simple” target=”_self” caption_location=”inside-image” align=”left” margin_bottom=”25″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]Paulie Haack has taken out the Red Ledge Rivalry street competition in Brisbane, Australia.

Held on January 24 as a fundraiser for the Queensland Titles 2015, the event went ahead in smashing style despite the threat of rain in the morning.[/vc_column_text][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/red-ledge-4.jpg” image_width=”800″ image_height=”450″ crop=”false” lightbox=”false” frame_style=”simple” target=”_self” caption_location=”inside-image” align=”left” margin_bottom=”25″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]Despite everyone throwing down, Paulie Haack (pictured above) was too good on the day in the Open section, while Tom Dobson took out the top in in the Under-20s and Chris Morris in the Over-30s.

Registration is now open for the main event on April 4 at Fairfield Skatepark. Register here, or RSVP on Facebook for all the latest official updates.

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Melbourne Rollerblading hosts the 2015 Clifto Skate Jam at Clifton Hill Skate Park

Clifto Skate Jam 2015

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/clifto.jpg” image_width=”800″ image_height=”450″ crop=”false” lightbox=”false” frame_style=”simple” target=”_self” caption_location=”inside-image” align=”left” margin_bottom=”25″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]Melbourne Rollerblading hosts the 2015 Clifto Skate Jam at Clifton Hill Skate Park on Saturday, February 7.

The jam is a great chance to skate with Melbourne’s best rollers in an informal and fun setting, alongside a BBQ, drinks, frisbee and more.

There will be prizes and giveaways for the best tricks and skaters on the day (no entry fees, either), plus the cameras will be out in force to capture footage for the upcoming Melbourne Rollerblading DVD.

Bladers and non-bladers are welcome, so if you’re interested in meeting the crew, this is a perfect chance to do it.

For full information, check out the event on Facebook.

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4Sqair Australia presents the Queensland Rollerblading Titles 2015 at Fairfield Skate Park

Brisbane Rollerblading

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][mk_image src=”http://www.australianblading.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/brisbane-logo.jpg” image_width=”800″ image_height=”450″ crop=”true” lightbox=”false” frame_style=”simple” target=”_self” caption_location=”inside-image” align=”left” margin_bottom=”25″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]4Sqair Australia is proud to present the long-awaited return of the Queensland Titles on April 4 at Fairfield Skate Park in Brisbane.

Its been a couple of years since the last Qld Titles, but 4Sqair promises it definitely will have been worth the wait.

Fairfield will be transformed into a coping mecca that won’t be forgotten anytime soon.

Big plans are in place to give Brisbane an amazing park to bring out the best in some of Australia’s best rollerbladers, with categories including Open, U18s and 30+ Street, plus a Spine Jam.

More details will be announced soon, but for now, lock it in and RSVP on Facebook.[/vc_column_text][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/qld-titles.jpg” image_width=”800″ image_height=”1131″ crop=”true” lightbox=”false” frame_style=”simple” target=”_self” caption_location=”inside-image” align=”left” margin_bottom=”25″][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Five years on, Dom West announces long-awaited Vine St Chapter II with preview trailer

Vine St Chapter II

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/01/maxresdefault.jpg” image_width=”800″ image_height=”450″ crop=”true” lightbox=”false” frame_style=”simple” target=”_self” caption_location=”inside-image” align=”left” margin_bottom=”25″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]Five years on from the first preview to the now-classic video Vine St, Dom West has dropped a teaser for the long-awaited Chapter II.

A true classic of modern rollerblading, the original Vine St featured full profiles from CJ Wellsmore, Richie Eisler, Rian Arnold, Tien Nguyen, Mass Alhattawi,  Simon Dorabialski and Charlie Ruckly.

Expect all this and more from Sydney’s Vine Gang in Chapter II, gloriously shot and filmed by arguably the best filmmaker in the blade game today (and yes, that was Chris Haffey you saw in there!). Bring it on!

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