Remedyz 08 Three Skates

In an effort to increase worldwide growth and recognition of the rolling industry, the main manufacturers (Deshi, Nimh, Razors, Remedyz, Rollerblade, USD, Valo, Xsjado) announce the launch of the WRS, World Rolling Series.

Goals:
- to combine the major skate contest around the world (Bittercold ShowDown, BarnBurner, Chaz Open, SDSF Open, SuperHick, WinterClash, etc..) to a world series with a final world championship event.
- to work with event organizers around the world and create national championships
- to give riders from all over the world the opportunity to get noticed and achieve worldwide recognition.
- to introduce a world ranking list.
- to streamline Pro/Am contests and create a unified contest format.
- to attract outside media and create awareness of the sport in the broad public.
- to hire a sports marketing agency and bring in outside sponsors.

Detailed information to follow.

“”All boot manufacturers working together to establish a true Pro/Am (International) Contest series . This is clearly a huge step in the right direction for Rollerblading. ” – Jon Julio (Valo Brand/Themgoods)

” A skater driven contest series that promotes our unique rolling culture.” – Tom Hyser (Rollerblade)

” A meaningful worldwide series like this gives us manufacturers the opportunity to find out about talented riders from all over the world. ” – Andy Wegener (Razors)

” After years with little unified direction it now seems that everyone at last is getting together to create a strengthening body where rollerbladers once again have something to aim for, whether they have been skating for years or for just days. Direction! At last!! ” – Oli Benet (The Conference)

” There is no way that an upcoming athlete in any other sport could show up and compete against the pro’s. It is time to define professionalism in rolling. ” – Brian Shima (Nimh/Rat Tail)

” All boot manufacturers collaborating to make rolling grow stronger… This is next level.” – Kato Mateu (Remedyz)

One: Get Someone to Blade Day

It’s a new year, now let’s go make some new friends! Each dedicated rollerblader wants to see our sport and culture grow to its fullest potential, and Get Someone to Blade Day is here to remind us that one person can make a difference. But getting a new person on blades is about more than just making a new rollerblader, it’s a chance to share the unique awesomeness that is blade culture with new people; to pass the fun you get from blading on to someone else’s life. It’s a win-win situation all around. So don’t be shy. Keep your old blades in your trunk and when you hit up the park next time, get them on a pair of feet. Drag your non-skating friends in with you to the local skate shop. Bring ‘em to the video premieres and events in your area. This may sound like a no-brainer to some of us, but there’s plenty of you out there being greedy and keeping blading all to yourselves! No fair! You want your pros to earn more cheddar and your favorite company to make even cooler gear? Go the extra mile and do what you can to help make a whole new army of rollers. Let’s consider this post a forum to discuss ways to get your local scene involved and a place to brainstorm ideas. We’re here to help however we can, so let us know what we can do to help you Get Someone to Blade! — ONE

Designer Chris Piascik was super-cool and donated his time to make up some preliminary designs for the Get Someone to Blade Day campaign. (Thanks, Chris!) The graphic you see above is the first GIF we’ll be spreading around, and below we’ve posted some of Chris’ initial concepts. Use them as you see fit! Just give props where props are due. All we wanna do is inspire folks to see how much power is in their hands, and trust us, we’ve got some plans of our own…

Winter Clash 2007 DVD

Winterclash is one of the hottest competitions of the year. All the pros from all around the world come to compete for just one title…. Winter Clash champion. So what happens when you bring the best rollerbladers in the world to just one skatepark? Huge tricks and gnarly stunts. The best of the best battling it out for the first place title, nothing but raw talent and heart goes into this competition.

There’s only so much I can tell you without spoiling the whole DVD for ya. But we’re talking tons of different heats, featuring skaters like Bailey, the Kelso brothers, Shima, Sands, Bah, Aragon, Murda and so many others. Check out the two teasers, just for a little taste of what went down at the event…

Check out the Winter Clash 2007 Skate DVD at Roller Warehouse. And be sure to call us up at 1-800-772-2502 with any questions. Peace!