Thrasher Magazine

Hewitt, Bailey and The Butcher journey to Japan with the Old Man in search of a lost skatepark. Between burning bowls and sleeping under the stars they returned with a cover for the ages.

Robbie skated with effortless speed, finesse and only two truck bolts in each truck. He also fished, surfed, barbecued and cooked turduckens. His friend Chris Casey remembers the life of a truly remarkable figure.

Thomas Taylor was a giant in the Atlanta scene and provided a blueprint for how to live the fullest life as a skateboarder. From his pro career to building a family and fostering the community through his Stratosphere shop, he is remembered by everyone he touched. Read closely as his loved ones reflect on his incredible ride.

Sage Elsesser talks with Ray about black culture, the birth of street skating and why the party life was not for him. Dig into some timeless wisdom from the Sept '20 issue.

Crusty, homegrown spots aren't new, and yet they're one of the most interesting and vibrant things going on in skating today. This essay and photofeature looks at the appeal of DIY skating. Long live 'crete!

Cover: John Dettman, Danny Sargent & Luke OgdenPhoto: Kanights Inside This Mag: The Savannah Slamma II, the NSA Vision Skate Escape in Irvine, CA and skating in Santa Cruz, CAAlso In This Issue: The Nobody Skate Team in Taiwan and pool skatingMusic Articles: Final Conflict