Showing posts with label banks. Show all posts
Showing posts with label banks. Show all posts

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Obama Cant Gymkhana But Ken Block Can

Shot just south of Paris, France in Linas at lAutodrome de Linas �Montlhry, this 1.58 mile oval track, built in 1924, features banks as steep as 51 degrees, which is more than double the standard incline of most NASCAR ovals.

Chosen by Ken Block for this specific reason, the ramp-like banking proved to be a unique and exciting challenge. The driving physics for the stunts performed were totally unknown until Ken attempted the maneuvers dur

Source:
http://skateboardingmagazine.com/blog/2010/09/26/obama-cant-gymkhana-but-ken-block-can/

Monday, August 2, 2010

Skate Sweden When in Doubt Improvise

In Malmo the ever motivated Pontus Alv and friends show the true meaning of DIY spirit.

From their beginnings at the now defunct Savanna Side to the straight rawness of the Train Banks Spot the Malmo skaters take matters into there own hands when it comes to street
spots.

Source:
http://www.vbs.tv/watch/skate-europe-season-2--2/skate-sweden-part-1-of-5