Create Originals adds Australia’s own Gavin Drumm to their international team

Gavin Drumm Create Originals

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/127028595″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]US frame company Create Originals have added Aussie powerhouse Gavin Drumm to their international team.

Announcing the news with a killer new edit filmed and edited by Dom West, the crew from Create Originals are clearly very happy with their latest rider.

Here’s what they had to say:

“Gavin Drumm is a rare talent … he’s been at the forefront of blading for many years.

“Gav has always been known for the savage smoothness in which he executes his tricks.

“He possesses an ever expanding trick vocabulary and his skating is excitingly unpredictable.

“It’s hard to guess what’s coming next, which makes him one of the most compelling bladers to watch.

“We’re proud to finally introduce him to the team ranks. Cheers Gavin and welcome aboard.”

Big congratulations to Gavin Drumm on his latest achievement – it’s truly well deserved!

For more Gavin Drumm videos, check out his rollerblading.com.au profile. For more from Create Originals, check out their official website. For more videos from Dom West, check out his Vimeo channel.[/vc_column_text][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/createoriginals.png” image_width=”800″ image_height=”350″ crop=”false” lightbox=”false” frame_style=”simple” target=”_self” caption_location=”inside-image” align=”left” margin_bottom=”10″][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Paulie Haack’s new Velvet Couch Clothing mini profile is anything but small

Paulie Haack

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/124598418″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]Brisbane shredder Paulie Haack has just dropped a brand new “mini” edit for his clothing sponsors Velvet Couch Clothing, Razors Australia and 4Sqair.

Showcasing his trademark huge gaps, big spins and technical grinds (and one massive disaster shifty that really needs to be seen to be believed), the edit is nothing short of one of best you’ll see from an Aussie skater this year.

Paulie is on fire on 2015 and is about to embark on a 6-month journey through China to perform an action sports show and compete in the The FISE World Series China in Chengdu.

Stay tuned for a full-length edit dropping very soon. If this is what he calls a “mini” edit, we can’t wait to see what he has in store next!

For a chance to win some new shirts from the 2015 VC Clothing range, simply sign up to the rollerblading.com.au mailing list in the form below.[/vc_column_text][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/haack.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″]

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The long-awaited video for The Joint Tour is available to purchase now on Sellfy.com

The Joint Tour

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/123833560″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]The long-awaited video for The Joint Tour is now available for purchase at Sellfy.com for the dirt cheap price of only $2.99 AUD.

Starring Martin Gade, Chris Pullar, FX Levieux, Rob Ham, JB Gammagnac and Thomas Dalbis, alongside many skaters that “joined” along the way, The Joint Tour Movie is a 68 minute film that documents a 5 week rollerblading adventure during the European summer of 2014.

The tour covered more than 8,000 kms, beginning the journey at the Bling Bling street contest in Nantes, France and finished in Switzerland where the infamous High In The Park contest happened in Bulle.

It was the biggest skating adventure any of the crew had ever experienced and demonstrated the universal open-door policy that the world-wide rollerblading community is known for.

A tour like this would not have been possible without the positive attitudes of many. You will see these positive vibes shine through in the film that documented the adventure from beginning to end.

The movie features park and street sections, lifestyle sections as well as interviews with the skaters present on tour.

Alongside the six Aussie and French skaters on the tour, the film, directed by Thomas Dalbis, also features Julien Cudot, Michel Prados, Carlos Bernal, Roman Abrate, Daniel Skerzn, Jeremy Dalbis, Josh Nielsen, Hadrien Bastouille, Fredje Vanovertveldt, Chris Smith, Mathieu Heinemann, Greg Breger, Damien Gerard, Diego Luppi and many, many more.

With most VOD sections charging a premium for only a few short minutes, it’s refreshing to see such a long film for less than the cost of a beer down the pub!

Pick up your high-res copy of The Joint Tour Movie for $2.99AUD at sellfy.com/p/0F9u and stay tuned for the full review and picture special at rollerblading.com.au very soon![/vc_column_text][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/10426158_10154333692765006_1794892920374120795_n.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][/vc_row]

Australia features in Michael Pedersen’s new video of his global travels

Michael Pederson

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/123294012″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]Denmark’s Michael Pedersen has dropped an awesome edit of his global travels, beginning right here in Australia four years ago.

From wild adventures to serious injuries, a lot happened to Michael in his time on the road.

Here is what he had to say about the trip:

“Four years ago, I went on a airplane to Australia, right after the Danish rollerblading competition (PonyCup) and thats where my travels around the world started. After a couple of months in Australia I went back to Europe, stayed there for a while, before going to The United states of America.

“Later that year I had a terrible accident, falling head first 6m down, but i survived and two weeks later I was standing in South America, which was one of my best travel experience ever and the year after I went to South Africa. In between my travels I always went back to the lovely city of Copenhagen, but now I’m living in the South of Europe.

“So now, four years later, I’m back in Denmark, for the last PonyCup competition and ready with my video with rollerblading moves from all the continents around the world except Asia, but hopefully I’m going there later this year.

“I would like to say thanks to everybody who have inspired and helped me on the road. Either picking my up in cars and drive around and for letting me crash on your couches and for teaching me about life and for all the fun times. I couldn’t have done this without my amazing friends. I really appreciate it!”

Filmed in 5 continents: Europe, Australia, South Africa, South America and The United States of America.

Cities: Sydney, Canberra, Melbourne, Lima, Quito, Johannesburg, New York, Long Beach, Copenhagen, Roskilde, Skagen, Esbjerg, Aalborg, Aarhus, Nykøbing Falster, Eskilstuna, London, Berlin, Glasgow, Amsterdam and Lisbon.

Also thanks to everybody who have helped me filming: Tobias Nielsen, Phil Moss, Frederik Kofoed, JLyn Ortiz, Keith Hubbard, Nicholas Hart, Tien Nguyen, Shane Duck, Søren Winther, Henrik Jensen, Josh Nielsen, Emil Hansen, Lone Pedersen, David Grant, Ralf Monnerup, Simon Lind, Gregory Preston, Casper Cordua, Michael Rold, Fredrik Andersson, Daniel N Clausen, Neil van der Walt, Hugo Vermaak, Josh Glowicki, Fritz Peitzner, Harrison, Christian berg and Daniel Foss.

For more from Michael Pedersen, check out his Vimeo page.[/vc_column_text][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/pederson.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]

Paulie Haack, Rhys Bell and Martin Gade in new promo for Razors Scott Quinn SL pros

Razors Scott Quinn SL pro models

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_video link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eWSEo4Ha2II”][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]Razors Australia have just dropped a new promo edit for the Scott Quinn SL pro model, featuring Paulie Haack, Rhys Bell and Martin Gade.

Filmed and edited by Thomas Dalbis, the edit features three of Australia’s finest in action in their home bases in Brisbane, Canberra and Melbourne, respectively.

Dropping in Australia very soon, the Quinny SL pro models feature several adjustments on the well-loved SL mold, including a redesigned Razors liner with new articulated tongue and new Ground Control Featherlite 3 frames with increased space for GC 64mm wheels.

Quinny SL Features:
Black SL boot with black/grey suede soft-top
New Razors liner with new articulated tongue
New GC FLT3 frame
New GC 64mm wheels
Replaceable soulframe, backslide plate, soul pieces, cuff, and buckle
ABEC 9 bearings

For more information on the Razors Scott Quinn SL pro models, see razorskate.com[/vc_column_text][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/03/quinnyproskateimage.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][/vc_row]

Kal Crew drops awesome park edit from Tom Scofield in his new home in Melbourne

Tom Scofield

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][vc_video link=”https://vimeo.com/120527483″][vc_column_text disable_pattern=”true” align=”left” margin_bottom=”0″]In 2014 Tom Scofield relocated from Wellington in New Zealand to Melbourne for a change in lifestyle and to experience the Australian rolling scene first hand.

Since his arrival he has seamlessly integrated into the Melbourne Rollerblading crew; the local characters he has watched through Aussie rolling media have now become his close friends, and he has been killing the game.

Since making the move, he’s taking out second place at the 2014 Australian Rolling Open, second at the Victorian Titles at held at his local park in Prahran, and you can see him getting better and better at every session.

Now representing Square Wheels from his homeland of New Zealand, and his new Australian sponsor Velvet Couch Clothing, Tom is a very welcome addition to the family.

Be sure to keep an eye out for his upcoming street edit!

Words and edit by Thomas Dalbis from Kal Crew. For more from Kal Crew, check out their Vimeo page.[/vc_column_text][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/tom-scofield.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][/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).

For more of Matt Caratelli’s videos, see vimeo.com/mattcaratelli[/vc_column_text][mk_image src=”http://www.rollerblading.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2015/02/Screenshot-2015-02-21-12.04.52.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][/vc_row]

Aussie legends feature in Dom West x The Booted: Mates, Beers and Bunnies in Sydney

Dom West x The Booted Mates Beers and Bunnies

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][mk_image src=”http://www.australianblading.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/craig.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″]UK-BASED blading website The Booted celebrates one year on the scene this month and to celebrate, they’ve just dropped a killer edit by the one-and-only Dom West featuring Sydney’s Vine St crew.

Filmed in only one day along the Sydney coastline, Mates, Beers and Bunnies is an insight into the awesome lifestyle enjoyed by rollerblading crew in Australia’s largest city. Who wouldn’t want to live in a place with so many beaches, awesome parks and amazing skaters?

Alongside skating from some of Australia’s best from the current generation, including Gav Drumm, CJ Wellsmore, Tien Nguyen, Craig Brocklehurst (pictured above by Adam Kola), Alan Dick, Rian Arnold, Jamie Knapp, Josh Butler and Toby Yau, the edit also features a rare glimpse of Australian legends Blake Dennis and Scott Crawford in action.

Anyone who has been around in the blade game for a while knows these two are true bona fide legends of the Aussie scene and will be truly excited to see them back on the roll.

This is what The Booted’s Adam Kola had to say about the edit: “We would like to take this moment to thank everyone that has supported The Booted and our features. We endeavour to put forward an eclectic mix of the very best that blading has to offer in a mature and tasteful fashion This especially wouldn’t be possible without our correspondents, contributors and bladers, so to everyone that has provided us with content, The Booted and rollerblading are thankful!”

Big ups to The Booted from rollerblading.com.au for the awesome content and edits over the last year, you’re doing everything right. Here’s to another big year in 2015!

For more from The Booted, check out their official website, Facebook, YouTube, Instagram, Twitter and Tumblr.[/vc_column_text][vc_video title=”Dom West x The Booted: Mates, Beers and Bunnies” link=”https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UJ05AFRLcK8″][/vc_column][/vc_row]

Victorian Rollerblading Titles 2014 locked in for Prahran Skate Park on November 29

Victorian Titles 2013

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][mk_image src=”http://www.australianblading.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/09/vic-titles.jpg” image_width=”800″ image_height=”305″ 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″]Outside the Australian Rollerblading Open, there aren’t many competitions in Australia that attract the same excitement as the Victorian Titles.

Held annually at skate parks across Melbourne, the Vic Titles are one of the country’s longest-standing and best-loved events, with a turn-out that even rivals ARO. The crew from Rolling Victoria have recently announced the date and venue for the 2014 competition, which will take place at the iconic Prahran Skate Park on November 29 from 4pm.

If you’d like to compete, registrations are now open, with categories including Under 14s, Under 18s, Opens, Over 30s, Mini Ramp, Vert and Best Trick Registration is $20 to enter one category, or $30 if you’d like to enter a few. The fee is payable with cash on the day, or via credit card/PayPal. To register, simply sign on at rollvic.org.au by November 27.

For full information, check out rollvic.org.au or RSVP at Facebook.[/vc_column_text][vc_video title=”Victorian Rollerblading Titles 2013: Edit by Kal Crew” link=”http://vimeo.com/71302141″][/vc_column][/vc_row]

CJ Wellsmore takes out his second Blading Cup in 2014 in Santa Ana, Califorina

CJ Wellsmore Blading Cup 2014 Winner

[vc_row][vc_column width=”1/1″][mk_image src=”http://www.australianblading.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/11/cj-wellsmore-blading-cup-edit.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″]The world’s top rollerblader in 2014 has added another jewel to his already impressive crown by taking out The Blading Cup for 2014 in Santa Ana, California.

Riding a wave of success after the release of his pro model skate on Seba late last year, Australia’s own CJ Wellsmore is the undisputed No.1 of the competition rollerblading scene in 2014 after another huge win against some of the world’s top skaters.

Created by rollerblading icon Jon Julio, The Blading Cup is regarded as one of the world’s premier competitions and features an epic course designed for and by bladers, with a big focus on the creativity and amplitude only our sport can achieve.

Here is what CJ Wellsmore had to say after the win on the day: “What an incredible feeling it is to win The Blading Cup! Today with the amazing atmosphere we had, Everyone put there body on the line to feel the beautiful joy that inline skating brings to all of us. Thankyou for all the support! Fucking love it.”

CJ took the top spot ahead of France’s Julien Cudot in second, the USA’s Dave Sizemore in third and Belgium’s Anthony Pottier in fourth. It was a great result for CJ’s boot sponsor SEBA, with their team riders taking out first and fourth.

Check out the first edit by Eldente below and stay tuned for more Blading Cup action as it comes through. Congratulations CJ!

THE BLADING CUP 2014 RESULTS
1. CJ Wellsmore
2. Julien Cudot
3. David Sizemore
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