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Support Kenton Skatepark

Published on February 4, 2011 in DIY, General and Skate Spots. Closed

Times are tough and you know what they say about “when the going gets tough.” That’s right, the tough get going. The 19 skatepark plan is underfunded but that’s not going to stop skaters from organizing and doing what they can, when they can. So with that in mind, head on over to Rip City Skates and support a fundraiser for the Kenton Neighborhood Skatepark. Get all the details on the triple flier action after the turn including a list of bands that will melt your ears, for real. EPM “you’ve got to fight for your right to – SKATE” Out!

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Support Fernhill Park Skatepark

Published on December 23, 2010 in Art, DIY and Skate Spots. 8 Comments

Support Fernhill Park Skatepark - Design Inspirations: Isamu Noguchi

It’s that time of year when we start thinking about resolutions for the new year. So we thought, hey, why not start getting folks stoked about making the Fernhill Park Skatepark a reality. It’s time to build the next wave of parks as part of our 19 park system and there’s nothing like the present to start a dialog. So with that said, check out some Isamu Noguchi designs that are definitely skate friendly and let your mind run free. EPM “every neighborhood should have a skatepark” Out!

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Art, Movie and Skate + Art

Published on December 1, 2010 in Art, DIY and General. Closed

New Work by Dee Clark, In Search of The Miraculous by Pontus Alv, Above Coping Benefit on Earth Patrol

Tis the season and here are a few events that might be of interest to the skate socialite in you, including: New Work Art Show by Dee Clark, In Search of The Miraculous, a film by Pontus Alv and, last but not least, Above Coping Art/Skate Benefit at EPIC Indoor Skatepark. Whew, now that’s some serious hob knobbing. You know the dirll, all the details after the turn. EPM “keeping it cultured” Out!

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Design It Yourself

Published on November 30, 2010 in DIY and General. 1 Comment

Amoeba Bowl, Tristen's Spine Bowl. Nick's Halfpipe, MC's Bowl using Google SketchUp

Here’s something to help keep your skate brain entertained while you wait for that break in the weather. Why not design some sweet skate terrain. All you need is Google SketchUp, it’s free, along with a bit of an imagination. So what are you waiting for? Grab yourself a copy of SketchUp and get busy. Check out some of our handywork after the turn.

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Bathing in the Afterglow

Published on September 30, 2010 in Art, DIY and General. 1 Comment

It’s a Cold War Skateboards deck release party and you are invited. After a bit of a wood supply dry spell, the boys at Cold War are back in business and primed to unleash their latest load of products. Check out all the details on the flier after the turn. EPM “we have liftoff” Out!

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Supercharged, the Life and Times of Tim Brauch

Published on August 18, 2010 in Art and DIY. Closed

Supercharged, the Life and Times of Tim Brauch @ Clinton St. Theater, Portland, OR

Tomorrow night, Thursday August 19th, head over to the Clinton St. Theater for a screening of Supercharged, the life and times of Tim Brauch. There’s an all ages showing at 7pm and for the adult beverage crowd, a 21+ showing at 9pm. Get all the details on the flier after the turn along with a film synopsis and a trailer. EPM “this is going to be the best day ever” Out!

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Skate Spot Benefit Today!

Published on August 7, 2010 in DIY, General and Skate Spots. 4 Comments

Brooklyn Street Skate Spot on Earth Patrol

Come on out and support Portland’s newest favorite skate spot near a railroad track. It’s the Brooklyn Street Skate Spot Project and you are invited to come on out today and support the cause. Get all the details on the flier after the turn along with a few more pics of Team Grover getting a taste. EPM “skate spots are the new monkey bars” Out!

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Aged to Perfection

Published on July 30, 2010 in DIY, Foto-Friday and General. 9 Comments

Cold War Skateboards on Earth Patrol

Here they are Grover and Kilwag, Cold War Skateboards founders and the Paul Masson’s of boutique skateboard companies; “they will sell no skateboard before its time.” Come along with us as we venture into their skate cellar and take a peek at their skateboard aging techniques. EPM “remember swirl, look, sniff, taste and spit” Out!

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Eight. Eight Comic Books!

Published on July 22, 2010 in Art, Books and DIY. 2 Comments

Hopeless Old Men on Skateboards by Mark Conahan

Now that is dedication. Mark Conahan, the skateboarding cartoonist, just published book number eight of his Hopeless Old Men on Skateboards series, not including the two omnibuses and his kid’s book titled Hugo and that Dumb Skateboard. Dare we say this is the largest contiguous series of skateboarding comics known to humankind? We dare. Be sure to stop by Mark’s Lulu store and buy yourself and/or your friends some artful entertainment. Don’t forget to get your daily fix of Mark’s comic work over at Antigravity Press. EPM “support your local cartoonist” Out!

Animated Panda Not Included

Published on May 20, 2010 in Art, DIY and General. 1 Comment

Steven Reeves' Skirdoosh @ Plan B - Friday May 21, 2010 @ 9pm

Tomorrow night, Friday May 21st, the Steven Reeves skate video trilogy becomes a reality with the premiere of Skirdoosh at Plan B. The follow-up to Bailgun and Mall Grab, Skirdoosh features the skating of Goon, “That Guy”, Boris Zbacham, Shawn Kilmer, and Kyle Bunker. All the action goes down at 9 p.m. so don’t be late. Check out a larger flier after the turn.

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