STEEZ MAGAZINE® – Snow, Skate, Culture

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The 2011 Street League DC Pro Tour Fueled by Monster Energy has come to a shocking end—after a season of battling injuries Sean Malto, who replaced Tommy Sandoval who was unable to compete due to injury, has beaten out three-peat winner and 2010 Champion Nyjah Huston and the eight other top Street League pros of the season. Skating solidly and consistently all the way to the end, Malto is taking home the $200,000, SLS ring and watch, and the title of 2011 Street League Champion.

Despite the impending Hurricane, the pros took to the course in front of a packed arena a day earlier. Braving torrential rain, heavy winds and shut down transit and major freeways, thousands of loyal fans came out in full force and watched with bated breath while Malto, Huston & Chris Cole battled it out in the Big section. The three went trick for trick, fighting for the top, but in the end it was Malto who came out on top by only 1.9 points

Sean had missed the Seattle stop of the series due to a knee surgery. He then placed forth in his hometown of Kansas City. At the Glendale stop he qualified in 2nd place but was then injured an unable to compete in the Finals. But when it was all said and done Malto pulled through at the Prudential Center to take the overall title of Street League Champion.

“I am thrilled about winning the 2011 street league championship. To be up against the top ten guys of the series and to win after my injury is just an amazing feeling,” said 2011 Street League Champion Sean Malto.

“Our winner-takes-all championship came to a close with a storybook ending,” said Street League Skateboarding Founder, Rob Dyrdek. “Sean came in without missing one trick when it mattered and finally put an end to what was an unreal win streak from Nyjah. All-in-all, the level of skating by the top ten street league pros was simply incredible.”

It’s finally time for the 3rd Annual Grant Leavitt Memorial Skate Jam. Get yourself to the Grant Leavitt Memorial Skate Park on Saturday, September 10th. The skate jam kicks off at 2pm and it’s completely free. At 3:00pm there’ll be a CASH PRIZE best trick contest on the new centerpiece- a 3-flat-3 with a handrail.

The contest is $5 to enter- small money for your chance at a cash prize and a little something special! Throw down on the set, the handrail, or off of the kicker going up to it. It doesn’t matter. Just throw down the hardest and you got yourself some cash money! Make sure you sign up by 2:30pm at the Renegade tent!

If that’s not enough, they’ve got food being cooked up, bouncy houses, a dunk tank, and probably the best part of all… some Renegade models coming out to kick it with everyone. Hit them up for some vinyl and energy drinks!!

Yep, time for another beach session at Whaleback. The first 10 people there will get a Meatheads DVD. $10 gets you an afternoon of jibbing. Good stuff!

Just a reminder, you’re invited to one awesome party! Snap Infusion, makers of SUPERCANDY, are hosting a launch party and mini ramp contest this Saturday August 27th at Surfside 5 in Salisbury, MA. As if that’s not enough, they’re putting up a $2K cash purse for the winners. How can you go wrong? Click through for the Fbook event page. See you on the beach.

SGT Argentina: Session 3 Snowboard from SASS Global Travel on Vimeo.

Weight Trailer – Stept Productions from Stept Productions on Vimeo.

It’s a good old fashioned Battle at The Boardwalk with special guest Donny Barley. The best trick contests kick off at 3pm on Saturday August 27th in Woburn, MA at the Boardwalk Skatepark. Donny Barley will be grillin up afterwards. $12 gets you food and a sesh.

How did “I Heart Booty” come about?
I Heart Booty has been around since April 2011 so we are relatively new. I was looking to start a new fashion trend, with something so revolutionary it makes people automatically want that product. That was accomplished alone with our signature bracelets.

What are you trying to accomplish with your company?
I want this to be an ice-breaker for colon cancer. The bracelets make it easier to talk about the topic with the average person. (Trust me it’s not easy to talk to a random person about a colonoscopy) I’m looking to one day have a whole line of products and I know the bracelets are a great way to get the movement started. The brand is already gaining tons of credibility in the growing phases of the company.

Are you donating any of your proceeds to charity?
I’m linked up with the Fight Colorectal Cancer foundation from Washington D.C, one of the leading advocates in the fight against colon cancer. To start, 10% of the proceeds from each bracelet sold are being donated directly to them. (Our intentions are to raise that number once we are more established) $0.88 on each $1 thats donated, goes directly towards the fight against colon cancer. We also will be actively promoting a media awareness campaign with general tips on how to stay healthy, along with news, statistics, patient advice and more.

How has skating influenced your company/personal life?
I eat, breathe and live for skateboarding ever since I was nine years old. My passion for skating has never slowed down. It’s the best way I know how to express myself. It’s my culture, hobby and escape from everything else. Skateboarding has influenced my company because to most people, skating is rebellious and not socially accepted everywhere you go. At the same time it’s well liked by a majority of people. I feel my logo gives off the same statement and makes a huge impact on anyone who see’s the trademark.

Do you find skaters are more open to your cause and more willing to contribute?
Yes, of course. Skaters have a brotherhood with each other and I’ve seen nothing but support and promotion from them thus far. People not only recognize me as “Jesse” from a skate video or from a certain skatepark, but now as the guy who has created the “I <3 booty!" bracelets.

Are you planning any skateboarding based merchandise with your company?
I <3 booty! skateboards are definitely one of my goals to accomplish as the company expands. I plan on designing t-shirts, hoodies, snap-back hats, etc. I even hope to have a girls line of clothing out in the near future. We look forward to hearing from some readers of Steez with some suggestions!

Last words and shout outs?
Theres a good quote to live by from Ralph Waldo Emerson, “Do not go where the path may lead, go instead where there is no path and leave a trail.” Thats the direction I feel like I’m headed in with not only this company, but my life as well. Society as a whole scrutinizes individuals who decide to stray off the “set out” path over the course of our lifetimes. This company is a strong operation from the ground up, and I know it will teach me many life experiences at such a young age. I have everything in the world to prove to people including, supporters who stood by me from day one, the doubters, and individuals who are just becoming associated with the “I <3 booty!" name. "Some people want it to happen, some wish it would happen, and others make it happen." Be one of those few who’s an inspiration to others, and make it happen.
Feel free to visit our page, and pickup a bracelet from our official Facebook Shop.

I’d like to thank my Mother, Father, family and girlfriend for all of their support, Joshua Kopac for helping me start this company and keeping me on track with everything, Harry Christy and Aaron Randi who are my filmers and good friends,Tucker Vander Wyden for taking awesome pictures, Justin Griffith and Anthony DaSilva over at Enclave Skateshop in New Haven, CT, Jacques Bartels with Easter Island Skateboards, and all of my friends and supporters who have helped me through the way.

Interviewed by: Frankie Lopes

On Saturday September 2nd, Bolton Valley will host Vermont’s first ski and snowboard rail jam of the 11-12 season. $10 gets you in but preregister by clicking through and be sure to get a spot. There’ll be plenty of snow with a nice jib setup in the tennis court area. Prizes, swag and early season sessions. Dust your board off!

Saturday marked the grand opening of Granite Gorge’s new Bag Jump feature. It was a chance to check out the permanent installation that will most likely be in use year round but is intended for ski/snowboard aerial trick practice. First impressions – the bag is huge! At 12 feet high it towers over everyone. The staff at granite ran a scissor lift all day for everyone to jump off into the bag. At a max height of 42 feet it’s pretty intense. But rest assured, no one was hurt from dropping at that height and you sure as hell won’t be dropping in that high on a snowboard or ski’s, hopefully. The free fall is rad but everyone is stoked for winter. Check out a sneak peak photo of some of the building goin on in the base area too. Look for a whole new lodge this year, complete with indoor bathrooms, a bar, kitchen and second floor deck. More to come on that soon. It’s gonna be another awesome winter at the Gorge!

Maloof Skateboarding and Events DC, the official convention and sports authority dedicated to attracting premier events to the District, today announced a multi-year agreement to host the Maloof Money Cup, presented by Vans, on a world-class skate park to be built on the RFK Stadium Festival Grounds. This skate park, to be named Maloof Cup Park, will host the world’s best professional skateboarders at the inaugural Maloof Money Cup D.C. September 3-4.
-Maloof Release