Classics: Jaya Bonderov "Freedom Wig"
6/29/2012
Jaya Bonderov was a rad dude; from skating to photography, he could do it all. Check his shit from this 1997 Volcom vid. The guy was down! NorCal's taken some deep hits over the years, but this one hurts like a kick in the nuts. We'll all skate forever in the afterlife. Off to Valhalla. —Jake Phelps
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Meet Your Heroes: Jon Miner
Jon Miner's crafted era-defining videos for years, but beyond the lens he's one of the realest skate rats out. From early days with Adrenalin to struggles with surgery and addiction, then finally a return to the ramp, his story is essential reading for any skate fan. As seen in our June '25 mag. -
Classics: Adrenalin Skateboards Promo
When Reynolds picked this for his Classics, it was so obscure we thought he was messing with us. But when you watch this rare jewel it becomes clear: Don't ever question The Boss. -
July 1994
Cover: Jaya Bonderov – Nosegrind Photo: Martineau Inside This Mag: Skating in Brazil and the East Coast and an interview with Omar HassanAlso In This Issue: Steve Caballero on sponsorshipMusic Articles: Beastie Boys, Entombed, the Frumpies, Dre Dog, NOFX and the Germs -
RIP IN PEACE: Jaya Bonderov
Skating, Hawaii, and California have lost a favorite son with the passing of our friend, Jaya Bonderov. He went from Photo-G to the front of the mag, and then continued to give back to 'boarding from behind the lens. "Jaya means victory of the spirit." Never forget. -
Classics: Cab Epic Boardslide 2000
Trying to hold a boardslide steady is something every skater can relate to. But few know how a beast like this feels. Here's why Steve is a legend.