As a magazine publisher, a number of skate videos cross my desk each year. While each one has a unique quality, I had a sense there was something truly special about “Livin Free.” Little did I realize, when I started to investigate the story behind this video, that it would turn into a four-page story. While “Livin Free” is on its way to becoming a hit in the longboarding world, the story behind the film turns out to be just as intriguing. Turns out that reality doesn’t bite after all.

The documentation of downhill sliding, it's growth and the people involved. Information about retail slide gloves. Companies that support sliding and the next levels it is reaching.

What makes a good helmet? What features should customers look for? Sean Methven, Manager, Pro-tec’s Skate Line Fit, safety, and style. Make sure the helmet fits properly; this will ensure the helmet will stay in place during a fall. Make sure the helmet you’re buying meets the safety requirements for the intended application. The more comfortable you are with the look of the helmet, the more inclined you’ll be to wear it.

BUSTIN BOARDS Bustin originated in Maryland as a grass roots idea brought to life by a group of friends. They set out to create not only original, progressive deck models, but also a collaboration movement between the artist and the customer. “We pressed out some unique and functional shapes and people got stoked,” says co-owner Ryan Daughtridge. The Bustin Boards crew spent nearly three years refining their shapes and their one-of-akind printing shop that enables them to print each board according to the creative inspiration of individual customers. Using their interactive Web site customers can design a personalized board based on a variety of fresh graphics from diverse