Friday morning news drop
Why so many people undercharge for their work Setting a rate can be a minefield for folks navigating an industry alone. (Vox)
Many House Hunters Are Choosing Diverse Neighborhoods That Reflect a Changing Population Buyers say they want to avoid ‘cookie-cutter’ areas, but the focus exposes challenges to preserving communities and blending residents (Wall Street Journal)
The Nasty Logistics of Returning Your Too-Small Pants: What happens to the stuff you order online after you send it back? (The Atlantic)
The problem with America’s semi-rich America’s upper-middle class works more, optimizes their kids, and is miserable (Vox)
‘Ueck’ carrying legacy into Crew’s playoff run Uecker, 87 going on 27, emerged from the clubhouse with his checkered dress shirt soaked in champagne and Miller Lite. He has been calling Brewers games on the radio since some of the current players’ parents were toddlers, and yet there he was, being dragged to the pitcher’s mound at American Family Field with confetti still falling as the Brewers celebrated clinching the 2021 National League Central title. Players wanted Uecker in the middle of their group photo. There’s no other broadcaster on the planet who is more a part of their team. (MLB)
Why Vancouver Changed its Mind About Skateboards I had the pleasure of making this video for the Vancouver Park Board who's currently asking for public input on a new skateboarding strategy for the city
Videos of the Week
Surviving the Horror of Residential Schools by Skateboarding | The New Yorker Documentary In “Joe Buffalo,” directed by Amar Chebib and executive produced by Tony Hawk, an Indigenous skateboarding legend overcomes addiction and trauma stemming from his years in Canada's Church-run school system.
Former's "Audible Refuge" Video Austyn and Jake annihilate everything in their paths, tag teaming on crusty bumps and iconic stone spots. You’re gonna wanna play that Pulaski clip back.
Chima Ferguson's "Nice to See You" Vans Part Chima’s resume had him in the top tier, but this new part elevates him into the pantheon of all-timer greats. Those Martin’s Place hammers carry major weight.
Cutting Corners - Episode 1 - Tom K kicks off a new series for the spot enthusiasts of the world, scoping cutty locales and skating the unskateable. Take a ride along and stay tuned for who hops in next…
JOERI VEUL "MEMORIES" // WETHEPEOPLE BMX One of our favourite guys out there, Wethepeople rider Joeri Veul filmed this video shortly before he suffered a brain haemorrhage last year. Joeri is taking some time away from riding whilst he recovers but managed to put together this video with a few clips of his homies in The Netherlands to finish it off. Much love and respect to Joeri for pushing through the tough times and staying motivated. We cant wait to see you back on a bike soon Joeri!
FRONTOCEAN BMX - Italy: Vans ’The Circle’ 2021 | DIG BMX
Danny MacAskill and Drop & Roll - Cruising Vol.1
Course Preview of Carson Storch's Gnarly Line at Red Bull Rampage 2021 Less than 48 hours left till the showdown of the most infamous MTB Freeride event in the world of Mountain Biking. Just about time to hop on a GoPro run with Freerider Carson Storch who previews his very own line down the cliffs of Virgin, Utah.
Surfing Portugal | Ericeira Reef Mason Ho makes his way North East across the globe to Europe. Ericeira Portugal to be exact. A small cool surf town with incredible seafood and waves.