THE NORTHERN EMBASSY

20 Sep

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Leeside is a famous Vancouver spot that has been around for years. Throughout the years it has changed alot, starting from a flat bank and park bench, then on to hitching post/ghetto wooden ramp setup, to what it is today. The name Leeside was chosen in memory of skater Lee Matasi. Lee was the founding force behind Leeside since it’s earliest days. In 2005 Lee was shot and killed in downtown Vancouver. Leeside is a spot that is incredibly fun to ride because of how unique it is. It is also a place where bmxers show respect to the skaters who have used their money and time to cement the setup. If you ever have a chance to check out Leeside, it’s worth the trip, and please remember to not use pegs/pedals on anything out of respect to the locals that have put in work to make this place what it is today.

16 Sep

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“This is Mr. John Heaton. Bars near Simon Fraser University. The footage of this is in the Volume video On the Clock. This photo was on the back of the DVD case.” – Dave Hawthorne

If you go to this spot, you have something big in mind. You’ll recognize the rail in the background that Jay Miron did rail to rail on. The above photo was another ridiculous trick that went down at this spot. Another awesome photo via Dave Hawthorne, thanks again for hooking these up Dave, their so good.

13 Sep

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“It seems almost everyday we ride over to Costco for $1.68 Hotdog and drink combos, then usually ride street from there. I felt like go proing abit so i strapped it on the whip as we rolled around” – Lee Dennis

11 Sep

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Duncan Lloyd with a footplant-180 at “The Nip” with the aid of a cigarette. (TB)

We’ve profiled work from Trent and Scott Barker since we first launched the site, and their submissions keep getting better. Back in the spring Trent visited Scott in London, England, and they both took a trip to Budapest somewhere in the middle. Trent sent us a selection of photos that they both took on the trip for everyone to enjoy. Click below to check them out and read what he had to say.

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