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Max Schaaf has crossed over into the forged territory of chopperdom for certain. The recent issue of Garage showcased Max's talents as a vintage bike builder speaking authoritatively about his "deeper shade of soul."

MTV has been periodically airing anti-discrimination ad spots. In one, two guys build a halfpipe together, skate it, and then make out. It is titled You Never Know.

Sony has filed for a patent for a "self-propelled, self-steering skateboard device." Rumors have been circulating for years regarding the possible actualization of the Mattel Hoverboard, which was seen in the movie Back to the Future. Robert Zemeckis, director of the movie trilogy, has stated before on several occasions that the boards actually exist but were held back from the market because of legal pressure. The Sony patent application has re-ignited this controversy.

The city of Los Angeles has reportedly signed off on a park design, which was fine tuned by the Venice cartels. Many prominent pros and local legend types participating in the process all under the firm guiding hand of the VSA.

Meanwhile, the neighboring city of Santa Monica struggles with the escalating public outcry over the proposed plan to demolish the wellknown Zephyr Shop. Letters have poured in from all comers of the planet decrying the attempt to destroy this culturally and historically significant spot. A recent meeting in the city saw Jeff Ho, Japanese press representatives, and several Z-Boy types giving testimony.