Here’s a sneak peak at the new Core Balance Frames from Fifty-50. As you can probably see, the new frame walls are not split down the middle like the freestyle Core frames. The Core Balances use a solid frame wall which I think is a really good decision. It makes the frame much more rigid and sturdy. Assembly of the frame is also far easier than with the freestyle Core frames. The frames come stocked with 8mm axles and metal frame spacers.

The groove is plenty big enough to ride flat with but I’m testing them out right now anti-rocker. I’ll post back when I’ve had more of a chance to skate them..

Be sure to check out the larger views of each image below. Just click on the thumbnails for an expanded view.

Aragon has a new wheel coming out from M1, dropping April 15th. Check the ad and the new wheel graphics.

 Brian’s wheel is going to be 57mm in the new compound in a charcoal grey wheel, white and black graphics.

New Flow Rider -  Michael Froemling

For the QuickTime-less

First time I put on these skates for some reason it felt a little more comfortable, I don’t know if they change the liner design, but whatever they did they did it right and It feels way better. The new all white one piece souls are so nice, making the skate more rigid and stiffer on grinds, and the souls are a little bit bigger which is a huge plus for me; cause I go threw the old Remz souls pretty fast. The new GC Dual Injection frames are so fast on rails and ledges, I love it. The only thing I would change about this skate is the toe cap color. I love white skates, but the toe cap gets dirty fast. All together this skate is by far my favorite Remz skate to date, new souls, new colors, classic fit, and new frames. The perfect skate in my opinion for anyone.

Justin from ONE explaining the magazine

The Rat-Tail booth with Jenn

Brian Aragon and Geoff Acers (Geoff heard the pledge of allegiance off in the distance)

Jon Julio and Tory Treseder take a second out from selling for a photo op

Adam Johnson selling the VX gear and thrilled to be there

Mike Opalek working the Empire booth

eRolling riders Michael Collins and Alex Broskow

eRolling riders Alex Broskow and the always photogenic Matthias St. John

eRolling rider Brian Aragon taking the win at Bittercold ‘07!

What have you been up to lately and what are some current projects you are working on?
I have been blading, playing some video games, skateboarding here and there, and riding my vespa around the city. Been working on Vibralux and I heard there’s another 4×4 video in the making.

Any events or contests you will be at this year?
I was at bittercold. I get around. So be on the lookout for me.

What are you listening to these days?
Rad shit. Next level old shit… tapes.

Current sponsors
Roces, 4×4, Ground Control, Vibralux, Renegade, and eRolling.

What else is new?
Vibralux gear.