George Read

Aug 24, 2024 | manualmagazine.com | DEF Mfg Co |George Read |Vans Skateboarding |David Read

New from industrial designer slash skateboarder Jonathan Olivares comes this 200+ page exploration of the evolution of our favourite wooden (mostly) toy. Launched in collaboration with Converse earlier this year.

Jun 19, 2024 | manualmagazine.com | DEF Mfg Co |George Read |Darren Howman |David Read

After its debut in March, Anthony Van Engelen’s latest signature model is back with a new mesh upper that’s designed to meet the needs of the next generation of skaters. Check out the three new colourways.

Nov 30, 2023 | manualmagazine.com | DEF Mfg Co |George Read |Chase Collins |David Read

Originally released in '83, the Converse Fastbreak was front and centre on the basketball court. Retooled for skateboarding at the request of the CONS family and admirers alike.

Oct 17, 2023 | manualmagazine.com | DEF Mfg Co |George Read |Chase Collins |David Read

Skateboarding New Zealand (with the backing of Sport New Zealand) have just released a new survey about skateboarding called “Be Counted for Skateboarding.”You can take the survey right here. The survey asks about all sorts of things to do with skateboarding, including how much and where you do it, what you think your local skatepark is like and what it’s missing. It even covers topics like safety, neurodiversity, disability and wellbeing.