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We really love these Forest Decks. We don’t want to be pushy but when we see a good thing we want to tell everyone about it.

So if you still have not gone to the Forest web site, now is your chance. By going and checking out their quailty line, you can win a Fabrizio Santos Pro Model sign by “The Breeze”.
Here’s how to win it.
First, go to forestskateboards.com and check it out.
Next, go to the Forum section at interstateNation and tell us what you like about it.
One random entry will be picked and announced on Monday Febuary the 11th.
Forest just sent us a few decks and grip, their new 51mm wheels and shirts from there cool clothing line. We currently have a couple of seasoned riders set up with the challenge to see how they hold up.
Look for a full product review this coming week!

So how does an AM become a PRO? This Question was asked by Interstate member Christian.
Being Pro is different for all companies. Many factors and standards are set to elevate an up and coming ripper to near god status. Timing, image, popularity, and age all play a part in the decision usually made between the owner/financial backer and the team manager/promotional manager.

We asked the Pro Rodney Jones who currently rides for Positiv, how did you turn Pro? Back in 2002 Rodney got the nod from Powell. Here’s how it went down for Rodneck. Powell set some lose bench marks. Jones had to enter a lot of Am contest and do well. “I entered everything I could get to.” He did well and the skate media noticed. “I got a lot of coverage and when I got the 411 wheels of fortune. It all fell into place. The head of promotions gave me the news and I was stoked.” Who made the decision? “It was a joint decision between my Team Manager and George Powell.” I had worked hard and it paid off. Powell had faith in me and really hooked me up.” Rodney said, “I had finally made it.”
Rodneck also gave some insight to how it went down for some other big names.
“It’s not the same for everyone and it’s not always fair. Look at Lutzka he was an Am for awhile and was killing it. It wasn’t till World Cup in Germany that it finally happened to him. Leo Romero got a lot of coverage and the public almost forced it to happen. Transworld Am of the year has a big affect too. Coverage makes a difference”

We hope that gives you some insight to the unscientific world of pro skating. The Ask the Pro section is a new section on Interstate. We have a few big name Pros who are willing to answer your questions about the skating world.
Go to the Forum section under ASK THE PRO and submit your question. Once a week we select one question and post a response on the Interstate Blog page. If your question is selected we will send you some gear from one of our sponsors.

It’s the dead of winter we are all looking forward to warm and more comfortable skating temperatures. Only a few months til spring and summer warmth. With summer, the start of the skate contest season. July 11-13 a new and hopefully annual event, the Maloof Money Cup debuts.
Hyped as the largest purse in skateboarding history, it will attract the most skilled skaters. Not just the usual contest skaters either. It’s $100k for 1st place! Even if you’re a Pro whose got a shoe deal or a new signature clothing line in TARGET (Shaun White) that’s a lot of F’in money.
Oh, and there giving away a $75k tricked out SUV for biggest air. Jake Brown you healed up?
If you are hyped on this, and its hard not to be, Maloof just announced they are pre selling tickets.
Starting Friday, January 25 at 10 a.m.
Through Saturday, January 26th at 10 p.m.
You can purchase them at all Ticketmaster locations, online at ticketmaster.com,
by calling (714) 740-2000 or (213) 480-3232, or at the OC Fair & Event Center Box
Office at the Pacific Amphitheatre.
Pre-sale Password: MMC
If you can’t attend, of course Interstate will be there to cover all the action!
For more details check our original Maloof Money Cup post or go to Maloof Money Cup site.

Forest’s line of decks just got bigger with the addition of the Amy Caron 7.875 Pro mod. The Caron model features a dark owl design that continues Forest’s emphasis on quality graphics that are no less than skate art. We don’t have our hands on one yet but can’t wait to give it a try.
Named 2003 Transworld female street skater of the year. This 22 year old San Fran navite can hang with the guys. A street ripper with good style, Amy was featured in AKA: Girl Skater, a documentary film that provides fascinating insight into the world of female skateboarding, reveals the emergence and strength of women both in skateboarding and action sports.
Interstate congratulates Amy on her new model and her advancement of girls in skateboarding.
If you have any doubt she’s legit check out this vid.

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This third run was more than enough for Ryan Decenzo to pull down a 1st Place finish. Congratulations Ryan!
1 Ryan Decenzo
Sponsors: Darkstar, Globe, Thunder, Nixon, Dakine, Spy, Red Bull, RDS Apparrel
Hometown: Vancouver B.C. Canada
2 Ben Hatchell
Sponsors: Powell (flow), Tracker Trucks, Bones
Hometown: Houston TX
3 Davis Torgerson
Sponsors: Nike SB (flow), VII, Bones wheels (flow), Cal Surf
Hometown: Plymouth MN
4 Felipe Gustavo
Sponsors: Plan B (flow), Dagringa Distribution, Silver (flow), FKD, Banned Skate Shop
Hometown: Brasilia Brazil
5 Vincent Alvarez
Sponsors: DC (flow), Chocolate (flow)
Hometown: West Covina CA
6 Chazz Ortiz
Sponsors: Zoo-York, Es, FKD, Bones, Diamond, UXA, Warp Skatepark, Force Trucks
Hometown: Chicago IL

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