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November 7th, 2009
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Where The Wild Things Are Girl Decks

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Where The Wild Things Are Girl Decks

by Scott Larock

November 6th, 2009

We just got in more of the Girl “Where the Wild Things Are” deck series. The movie is directed by Girl co-owner Spike Jonze (Yeah Right, Mouse, Being John Malkovich, What up FatLip?, etc). The decks are in stock but are limited, so hurry and BUY NOW! Check out the trailer or Learn more about the [...]

Tags: Girl, Spike Jonze, Where The Wild Things Are

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Active Army Alex Valdez

by ccady

November 5th, 2009

Straight repping the Long Beach Army is Alex Valdez. Long time homie, you may have seen him at Active demo events, out at local skateparks, or just street spots, skating it up. Down for Active and supporting for a minute now! Shredding for JSLV, Fury Trucks, Kontrol Wheels and now Active! Always full of smiles, be [...]

Tags: Active Army, Active Ride Shop, Alex Valdez, JSLV, Long Beach

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Flip Extremely Sorry DVD now in stock!

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Flip Extremely Sorry DVD now in stock!

by Scott Larock

October 27th, 2009

Flip’s Extremely Sorry DVD is now in stock! Stay tuned for a full video review… BUY NOW!!!!

Tags: Ali Boulala, Bob Burnquist, Daviud Gonzalez, Extremely Sorry DVD, Flip, Geoff Rowley, Lance Mountain, Luan Oliveira, Mark Appleyard, Rune Glifberg, Shane Cross, Tom Penny

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Active Army: Taylor Forney

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Active Army: Taylor Forney

by ccady

October 15th, 2009

Check this quickie from our man Taylor Forney, who not only shreds for the Brea Active, homeboy is also an employee. If your in the area, have him give your set up an oil change and rotate the tires! After you watch the footy, read on below to find out how you can skate for your local Active [...]

Tags: Active Army, Active Ride Shop, Brea, Taylor Forney

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Army Update: Jurupa Skate Park

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Army Update: Jurupa Skate Park

by ccady

October 8th, 2009

Some of our fine gentlemen representing at the Jurupa park just around the corner from HQ. Jeffery Garcia clocked the footage and Zachary Peacock put togther a nice edit for your viewing pleasure. Featured are Mr Peacock himself, Tyler Cole, Johnny Gomez (Mexican Blanket Tour Winner!) and Ean. Enjoy and if you’d like to learn more about how you can join the [...]

Tags: Active Army, Ean, Jeffery Garcia, Johnny Gomez, Jurupa, Jurupa Skate Park, Riverside Active, Tyler Cole, Zachary Peacock

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Active Army, Derek Dunaway!

by ccady

October 2nd, 2009

Check out Active Army youthful ripper Derek Dunaway skating out of Active Temecula. No music necessary, just powerful tricks! Enjoy and read below to find out how you can join the Active Army. Don’t think of us as a typical Army, although I have nothing but respect for our Armed Forces. Think of Active Army as a [...]

Tags: Active Army, Active Ride Shop, Derek Dunaway, Temecula

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Ask Chris Cole YOUR Questions!

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Ask Chris Cole YOUR Questions!

by Erica Yary

September 23rd, 2009

Chris Cole is the next Professional Skater to answer YOUR questions that you write in, right here! Chris’ favorite question of the lot will receive a Fallen and Zero package. Ask away, but the deadline is October 15th!

Tags: chris cole, fallen, zero

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Matix Flannels!

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Matix Flannels!

by Nick Pulver

September 16th, 2009

This fall/winter flannels are back! Active has received tons of new styles from your favorite brands like; Active, Altamont, Kr3w, and Stussy. Just to name a few. I think the hardest hitting Flannel line this season is going to be Matix. Matix came correct this season with their flannels and we have 5 new styles in [...]

Tags: flannel, matix

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Which One’s Ping? Art Show and Party

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Which One’s Ping? Art Show and Party

by Erica Yary

September 15th, 2009

Come check out original artwork by: Chris Pastras, Lance Mountain, Ed Templeton, Eric McHenry, Deanna Templeton, DLXSF Artists, Russ Pope, Todd Bratrud, Michael Hsiung and many more. Lots of good times to be had, don’t miss out!

Tags: Chris Pastras, Deanna Templeton, DLXSF Artists, Ed Templeton, Eric McHenry, Lance Mountain, Michael Hsiung, Russ Pope, Todd Bratrud

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Mike Carroll - Modus Operandi

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Mike Carroll - Modus Operandi

by Scott Larock

September 15th, 2009

In honor of our Mike Carroll answers interview, lets reflect back on one of our favorite Mike Carroll video parts. From the year 2000 here is Mike Carroll in Transworlds Modus Operandi.

Tags: Mike Carroll, Modus Operandi, transworld

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Mike Carroll Answers YOUR Questions

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Mike Carroll Answers YOUR Questions

by Scott Larock

September 15th, 2009

Mike Carroll spends an afternoon with Active’s own Erica Yary answering YOUR questions, shootin’ cans & sippin’ on 40’s.

Tags: Ask the Pros, Erica Yary, Mike Carroll, Questions

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Nike SB Debacle Bonus Video

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Nike SB Debacle Bonus Video

by Scott Larock

September 14th, 2009

Nike SB released some bonus Debacle footage this weekend… check it out!

Tags: Daryl Angel, David Clark, Debacle, Grant Taylor, Justin Brock, nike sb, Shane O'Neill, Theotis Beasley

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Nike SB Omar Salazar Shoe

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Nike SB Omar Salazar Shoe

by Scott Larock

September 9th, 2009

Nike SB is giving Omar Salazar a pro shoe! Check out this sneak peak video. The shoe incorporates Nike’s popular flywire technology along with some nice “hidden” features. It will be released in March 2010. Be sure to check out our Nike SB page for all the latest Nike SB styles!

Tags: nike sb, Omar Salazar

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Active Army Starts Now! Anthony Nuckols

by ccady

September 5th, 2009

Active’s unsaid tradition of shop sponsoring local skaters since 1989 has now taken a step towards maturity and an air of excellence never before seen from a retailer. I’m proud to bring to you Anthony Nuckols as the first Active Army rider to be posted here on the Active People site featuring his digital footage. This soft spoken [...]

Tags: Active Army, Active Ride Shop, Anthony Nuckols, Shop Team Rider, Sponsorship

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Dekline Footwear now at Active

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Dekline Footwear now at Active

by Scott Larock

September 4th, 2009

Dekline Footwear is now at all Active Ride Shop locations and online. The Dekline team is Gareth Stehr, Austin Stephens, Diego Bucchieri, Matt Bennett, Jordan Taylor, Nick Merlino, Jason Adams, Jason Lee, Chris Pastras, Peter Molec and Olly Todd. Check out the new Barrio, Belmont, Blye and Kessler styles.

Tags: Dekline, Diego Bucchieri, Gareth Stehr, Jason Adams, Jason Lee, Matt Bennett

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