Some of downhill skateboarding’s most fabled North American roads are nestled in the heart of the Blue Ridge Mountains. Over the years, a handful of these locations have supported community events, group sessions, and facilitated the collective effervescence that we experience as a community. Sit back and relax as this project offers a glimpse into the spirit of our scene.
Romeo Dilla has been riding North Carolina terrain for years. His nimble riding style has allowed him to retain control on some of our most rugged pavement. We set out with a team to develop a project that showcases his humble but invigorating approach to downhill skateboarding.
Filmed by: Thomas Richmond, Brady Koch, Phill Baldwin, Quinn Chody, Ryan Davis, Matt Ellison
As Hurricane Florence entered it’s third day of landfall on the NC coast, we decided it would be best to not cancel the September Brixton. The storm was forecasted to stall it’s inland approach, allowing for possible dry conditions. Despite the optimistic weather reports and hopeful visitors that traveled, we were in store for another rainy race at Beech.
As usual, Kactus Kevin was the first one skating and got everyone else to join in between pockets of rainfall. DTB showed up in full force just in time for Round 2 and fun runs. The Asheville Pastry Boys showed up with a tarp and saved the day, as well as snagging every podium spot. Muff took the win after a tangle in the first corner that took out Dan Arney (who was allegedly pushed at the line, pending review for recall), with Tyler Hunt and Chris Anders following.
Join us next month for a Halloween Brixton on October 27th! Keep up to date with our events on the NCDH Facebook Page and follow us on instagram @northcarolinadownhill for future content!
Enjoy this re-cap video from Thomas Richmond
Words by: Madison Crum
Song: ‘Tribal Dance’ by Peter Green
PODIUM Marshal Parrish Chris Anders Tyler Hunt Dan Arney Photo by: Thomas Richmond
This August 24-26th, NCDH is hosting Mt. Jefferson 2018, an IDF World Qualifying event presented by the Ian Tillman Foundation. Come celebrate fall in the rolling hills of the Appalachian for three days at the picturesque Mount Jefferson race course. Registration gets you camping for the whole weekend, shuttles, park sessions, and access to local food trucks. Bring your family and friends, spectating is free and shuttles will be running all day up and down the hill.
Closest airport is in Charlotte or Greensboro. Stick around for Battle At Benge the following weekend!! (Sep 1&2).
The racecourse features multiple straights, hairpins, and 55+ mph speeds.
