SLAM - Issue 242 Magazine
COVER: This 100-year-old stair set located next to St Paul's Cathedral in Melbourne has been neglected by skateboarders for a century until ROME COLLYER finally tackled it with a frontside 50-50 pop out and grinded all the way to the end post.
PHOTO: BRYCE GOLDER
ROME COLLYER – FEATURE INTERVIEW
At the young age of 18, Rome has already traveled to numerous destinations in the last two years, a feat that many people may not achieve in their lifetime. Balancing time between the global competition circuit and street skating has been a major factor in his hectic schedule. While on the streets, he impressively executes intense tricks at every location.
JOSH WILSON IN MELBOURNE
The 30-year-old Quasi professional delves into the comparisons between Melbourne and New York, shares about his new tattoo from Australia, and establishes himself as the true hometown hero of Jersey.
ADAM KNOWLES INTERVIEW
The Melbourne streets are frequented weekly by a 22-year-old local from Phillip Island, who accumulates a significant amount of kilometers throughout the journey.
HEAT-STOKE IN PERTH – INDEPENDENT TRUCKS TOUR
Experience an unforgettable skate tour in Western Australia with Independent as we tackle all-time high temperatures of 47 degrees. Witness the admirable determination and resilience of Kieran Woolley, Jedd McKenzie, and Ethan Copeland as they conquer the challenging climate.
NEW GEN – BEN FIELD
Learn about the joys and challenges of living a skint lifestyle in Bensville, as we explore dirtboarding, fingerboarding, and traditional skateboarding.