BERLIN GIRL SKATE SCENE, FEAT. JOSIE MILLARD & SARAH MEURLE

“Two weeks ago I got two DM’s, one from Sarah Meurle and a little later one from Josie Millard “I am coming to Berlin with (insert the others name.), want to hang out?”. I did want to hang out, it would be cool seeing them again after our days in Paris at the end of the summer. So I texted the people from the Nike SB Shelter and asked them if I could join the “Girls Night” session, “Of course you can.” they told me. “Would you guys be down to feature it on the site?” “Why not, we want to know more about the girls’ side of the Berlin skate scene.”

Finally, last week I stepped into the skatepark and spent some time with my friends Sarah and Josie but I also found some time to talk to two of the skaters present at the event. They had a lot to say and thus this little feature turned into a full interview…”.         – Roland Hoogwater

BAY GIRLS NIGHT X NIKE LAUNCH GALLERY

A varied program of activity and entertainment supported the evening and guaranteed a fun and friendly atmosphere for women of all ages and abilities.

The session welcomed skaters from all over the country including European female skater of the year Josie Millard and Nike SB rider Savannah Keegan.

Artists Eloise Dorr, Liisa Chisholm and Sophie Allen gave the park features a facelift with 3 beautiful murals.

For those looking for some down time, the viewing container hosted creative earring making and phone case customisation workshops throughout the night.

Local skate crew Bowl Babes ran prize jams throughout the evening for skaters who showed progressive riding, awarding complete decks, apparel, sticker packs and the recently released Nike SB women’s Bruin, designed from the ground up specifically for the needs of female skaters.

‘Girls Night’ is held on the first Friday of every monthand is the perfect setting for established skaters looking to hone their skills with likeminded people and for beginners looking to try skateboarding as an addition to their fitness and social scene.

With free entry and lessons along with all the necessary equipment is available on site.

Make a note in the diary for the next ‘Girl Night’ – 1st of December.

ALL PHOTOS SHOT BY JENNA SELBY

NIKE SB WOMENS BRUIN LAUNCH // PARTY & SKATE JAM AT BAY SIXTY6 // 3RD NOV

The next girls night at Bay Sixty6 on Friday 3rd November will see the UK launch of the NikeSB Women’s Bruin shoe!

The night is set to be a good one, starting at 7pm you can expect jam sessions and creative workshops, as well as food, refreshments, prizes and happy vibes! ✌🏽

If you’re a beginner fear not, there will be coaches on hand to provide lessons and equipment will be available.

The entire event is FREE so there’s no excuse not to come along!

Artwork by the lovely Eloise Dörr

HALLOWEEN JAM AT BROOM SKATEPARK

MagicToast skate shop are hosting a Halloween skate jam at Broom Skatepark in Leicester on Saturday 28th October.

Head down from 4pm for a kids jam followed by loads of fun and games including a girls mini jam, best trick comp, barrel jump, boardslide challenge and a Mike Simons lookalike competition judged by Mike Simons himself!

There will be prizes for best fancy dress so don’t forget to make an effort!

See you there!

Broom Skatepark

5 St John St,

Leicester

LE1 3WL

NIKE SB WOMENS ‘BRUIN’ PARIS LAUNCH

Our ladies Josie Millard and Savannah Keenan are currently in Paris launching the new Nike SB Women’s Bruin Skate shoe alongside Sarah Meurle, Charlotte Hym and Lacey Baker!



“I USED TO LOOK UP HOW TO MODIFY MY SHOES ONLINE SO I COULD MAKE THEM FIT BETTER,” SAYS LACEY BAKER, NIKE SB PRO SKATEBOARDER. “I WOULD PUT FROZEN PLASTIC BAGS INSIDE MY SHOES OR SPRAY THEM WITH WATER TO STRETCH THEM OUT AND MAKE THEM FEEL LIKE THEY WERE BETTER MOLDED TO MY FEET.” – Lacey Baker

BAKER’S INSIGHT IS ECHOED IN SIMILAR ANECDOTES — ABOUT MODIFYING MEN’S SKATE SHOES TO IMPROVE FIT — FROM FEMALE NIKE SB ATHLETES INCLUDING LETICIA BUFONI, SARAH MEURLE, AND JOSIE MILLARD, AS WELL AS MULTIPLE FEMALE SKATE CREWS SUR- VEYED BY NIKE. SOME OF THESE ADJUSTMENTS ARE ADMITTEDLY RITUALISTIC, POTENTIALLY HELPING TO BOOST AN ATHLETE’S CONFIDENCE, AND INVOLVE TAPE, MICROWAVING, AND OTHER SIMILAR ACTIONS. YET THEY POINT TO A VERY REAL NEED: A SKATEBOARDING SHOE BUILT FOR A WOMAN’S FOOT THAT DOESN’T COMPROMISE PERFORMANCE OR REQUIRE MODIFICATION. THIS LED TO THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE FIRST NIKE SKATE SHOE DESIGNED FOR WOMEN: THE WOMEN’S NIKE SB BRUIN HIGH.

Keep an eye out for more on the new shoe soon!

‘FESTIFEEL’ BREAST CANCER AWARENESS FESTIVAL AT HOUSE OF VANS

Busted // Will Heard // Pixie Lott // Denai Moore // The Staves // Fleur East // Basement Jaxx (DJ Set) // Lauren Laverne (host) // Mystery Jets (DJ) // Goldierocks (DJ) // Abbie McCarthy (Radio1) DJ // Bear Grooves (DJ)

Welcome to Festifeel, an annual festival organised by, and raising funds for, the charity CoppaFeel!, who work tirelessly to raise awareness of breast cancer, in order to stamp out the late detection of the disease.

Heading into it’s eighth year, it’s known for its incredible and eclectic line up that switches from the best new bands to some of music’s biggest stars with DJs, comedy poetry hour with Laurie Bolger, graffiti workshops, boob chat, glitter, nail art and so much more, held in one of London’s most epic music venues.

With a music line up curated by Fearne Cotton, you’re guaranteed to be in for a treat.

Last year’s line-up featured the Mercury nominated Laura Mvula, Rae Morris, Flyte, the legendary Stereophonics, + DJ sets from Goldierocks to Gok Wan and a comedy stage curated by Russell Howard.

This year we will be back in the bowl with a little demo from some of our favourite London ladies, come along for a fun day!

October 14th is set to be a special day, and all for a pretty brilliant cause.

Presented by Festifeel.

Under 16s must be accompanied by an adult

HOUSE OF VANS:

Arches 228 – 232 Station Approach Road, London SE1 8SW