Sydney, Australia: Day One at Slaughter at the Opera
Posted on Friday, February 29, 2008 by Ryan
Words by Ryan Clements
Photos by Rob Meronek
Of course I answered some emails and worked a bit while enjoying some Australian red as the party-goers headed to do what party-goers do. Schaefer was motivated to write about it, so here’s what went down:
We arrive to the Party late assuming it was over, but it was just getting started. The Slam Skater of the Year is Australia’s version of Thrasher’s, but in a much smaller, low-budget form. Even though it was a bit low-budget, the title of having “Skater of the Year” is still a great honor. Prior to the announcement of the SOTY, there was an amazing 15-minute tribute to Australia’s finest, Shane Cross.
Unfortunately Shane isn’t here to rip for us, but he is here in spirit all weekend. A very well put together video brought cheers, laughter, love, and smiles, along with a very powerful chanting repeatedly of Shane’s name throughout the video. Immediately following, they say a few words that you can’t hear. More chanting begins, but this time in the SOTY’s honor. Beers are flying…and then came a check with Lewis Marnell’s name on it in the amount of $5,000. Pictures were taken, Lewis was on top of his homies’ shoulders, and the partied continued.
I decided to take Rob’s camera and rip around the bar after shooting Lewis accepting his award. It’s cool to see so many talented dudes at our events. Koston took a hard slam in Cambra, Australia’s capital, and folded himself with the reverse scorpion, smashing his elbow pretty badly. I hope he is healthy enough to skate the Slaughter, but either way it will be a great event. Congratulations to Lewis and enjoy the pics.
Photos by Rob Meronek
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
![]() |
Day 1:
We went from clouds and rain in Melbourne to clouds and rain in Sydney. After waiting in a seemingly endless long line to catch a cab from the airport to our hotel, we arrived at The Vibe to a skateboarding party in the lobby. We said our ‘hellos’ to friends both odd and new and got settled in the hip, yet small rooms.
Of course I answered some emails and worked a bit while enjoying some Australian red as the party-goers headed to do what party-goers do. Schaefer was motivated to write about it, so here’s what went down:
Slam Magazine Skater of the Year Party
After not going out at all in Melbourne, I was definitely going out upon our arrival to Sydney. It was much easier to go out when Globe and Slam Magazine teamed up to host a party for all those in town and to award the “Skater of the Year” of 2007. So Rob and I catch a cab, learn about the city, and get dialed in with the city brothels during our short ride to the club.
We arrive to the Party late assuming it was over, but it was just getting started. The Slam Skater of the Year is Australia’s version of Thrasher’s, but in a much smaller, low-budget form. Even though it was a bit low-budget, the title of having “Skater of the Year” is still a great honor. Prior to the announcement of the SOTY, there was an amazing 15-minute tribute to Australia’s finest, Shane Cross.
Unfortunately Shane isn’t here to rip for us, but he is here in spirit all weekend. A very well put together video brought cheers, laughter, love, and smiles, along with a very powerful chanting repeatedly of Shane’s name throughout the video. Immediately following, they say a few words that you can’t hear. More chanting begins, but this time in the SOTY’s honor. Beers are flying…and then came a check with Lewis Marnell’s name on it in the amount of $5,000. Pictures were taken, Lewis was on top of his homies’ shoulders, and the partied continued.
I decided to take Rob’s camera and rip around the bar after shooting Lewis accepting his award. It’s cool to see so many talented dudes at our events. Koston took a hard slam in Cambra, Australia’s capital, and folded himself with the reverse scorpion, smashing his elbow pretty badly. I hope he is healthy enough to skate the Slaughter, but either way it will be a great event. Congratulations to Lewis and enjoy the pics.
Comments
Article Archive by Category
- All Ages Contests
- Anniversary Parties
- Art Shows
- Awards Ceremonies
- Boards for Bros
- Booze Cruise
- Celebrity Sightings
- Chill Cam Dumps
- Christmas
- Clash of the Crews
- Coastal Carnage
- Comedy
- Cons Triple C's
- Contest and Event Coverage
- Copenhagen Pro
- Course Construction
- Damn Am
- DC King of Series
- Demos at SPoT
- Digital Product Toss
- EOTM Parties
- Event Schedules and Details
- Franks for Nothing
- Go Skateboarding Day
- Heat Sheets and Skater Lists
- Industry Event Coverage
- Information About SPoT
- Make-A-Wish Contests
- Maloof Money Cup
- Nerdsday Thursday
- News and Press Releases
- Parties
- Product Watch
- Red Bull Events
- Road Trips
- Shoe Releases
- Shop Tours
- Skate Bid'niss
- Skate Missions
- SPoT Skate Shop Ybor
- Tampa Am
- Tampa Pro
- The Bricks
- Throwback Thursday
- Tourist Missions
- Toys for Tatas
- Trade Shows
- Vans Downtown Showdown
- Video Premieres
- Warped Tour
- Zaturdays
Shop
- Accessories
- Backpacks/ Bags
- Beanies
- Bearings
- Belts
- Complete Skateboards
- Decks and Boards
- DVD's
- Girls Gear
- Griptape
- Hardware
- Hats
- Headphones
- Jackets
- Jerseys
- Kids Shoes
- Long Sleeve Shirts
- Magazines/ Books
- Pads and Helmets
- Pants/ Jeans
- Sale/ Closeout
- Shoes
- Shorts
- Socks
- Stickers
- Sunglasses
- Sweaters/ Hoodies
- Tank Tops
- T Shirts
- Trucks
- Wallets
- Watches
- Wheels
- Woven/ Polo/ Knit Shirts