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Empire News Flash
Skate & Streetwear news, product releases and more...
by Michael Steele March 27, 2020
Popular New Zealand brand Just Another Fisherman was created by designer Aaron Styles in 2012. Read more...
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by Michael Steele March 27, 2020
"We're for a life lived simply, with a greater appreciation for things that last rather than the latest fashion fad" is how founder and director Will Sked describes his leather accessory brand 'Status Anxiety' ethos.
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by Matt Wells March 21, 2020
Empire Skate is proud to offer a full line of Dickies Clothing, and below we’re going to break down each category we provide to those who want the best that life has to offer, including when it comes to their gear. We encourage you to take a look at what we have in our inventory, as we’re sure you’ll find several items that are a perfect fit for your needs and your desires. Happy browsing!
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by Michael Steele March 13, 2020
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by Michael Steele February 24, 2020
There were impressive skateboarding and good vibes at the annual VMorg X Empire Skate Comp last Saturday. A big thank you to all that come along, and an even bigger thanks to the skateboarders who entered.
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by Michael Steele January 31, 2020
Australian professional skater, and founder of April Skateboards, Shane O'Neill has been working with Nike SB on his signature shoe. Read more...
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by Michael Steele November 21, 2019
One year in the making... Primitive's Encore skate video
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by Matt Wells October 29, 2019
Choosing the right skateboard wheels is important as the speed, grip, and responsiveness depend on it. The information here will help you confidently pick out your skateboard wheels.
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by Matt Wells October 26, 2019
You want to skate and are probably wondering how to go about picking out your first skateboard. Practically everyone has tons of questions when they first decide to take up skateboarding. Questions like what skateboard dimensions are best? What in the world are trucks? Does the brand of bearings matter?
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by Afterpay Integration October 04, 2019
Nikes SB's new Quickstrike is a fresh white and kelly green Dunk Low, with a scattered debossed pattern of mini swoosh logo ticks. Nike SB collaborated with the iconic Amsterdam skate store, BEN-G, in producing the shoes.
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by Michael Steele September 13, 2019
Aitken looks at the Nike SB Nyjah Free 1.0 in the Navy / Gum colourway. He tries it out, skating in the shoes for several weeks and then gives his thoughts. See what he thinks the pros and cons are, and what he'd rate them.
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by Afterpay Integration September 13, 2019
Skateboarding star Diego Nájera collaborated with Adidas in developing the Sabalo. Fisheye photography, popular in old school skateboarding photography, with its warped curves, is reflected in the smooth curved lines in the Sabalo.
