20 Years of Zero Demo - SPoT Life

Posted on on Friday, September 30, 2016 by Chris

Jamie Thomas and the rest of the Zero squad descended on SPoT a few weeks ago, where they stoked the kids and ripped their way through a heavy repertoire of moves. Then Jamie takes us along on a guided tour of the 20 Years of Zero photo and deck show. Watch and learn. Video: Frank Branca

Photos: Marino Nicastro & Bart Jones

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With social media and the internet taking over are people no longer interested in demos and signings? Jamie Thomas and the Zero Team are here to prove they’re not. Jamie Thomas, Adrian Lopez, James Brockman, Tony Cervantes, Dane Burman, Windsor James, Franky Villani, JS Lappeire and Adam Arunski came through to celebrate 20 Years of Zero in Tampa. SPoT was the last stop of the trip and we couldn’t be more stoked.

Franky Villani

With social media and the internet taking over are people no longer interested in demos and signings? Jamie Thomas and the Zero Team are here to prove they’re not. Jamie Thomas, Adrian Lopez, James Brockman, Tony Cervantes, Dane Burman, Windsor James, Franky Villani, JS Lappeire and Adam Arunski came through to celebrate 20 Years of Zero in Tampa. SPoT was the last stop of the trip and we couldn’t be more stoked.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

Jamie Thomas

As part of their 20 year tour, they set up an art show showcasing the most memorable decks and photos from Zero’s 20 years. Jamie Thomas didn’t get here by sitting around, he takes charge and sets up the show in some comfortable footwear.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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Boards for Bros was out here taking donations and anything you could spare to help spread the love of skateboarding. If that puppy doesn’t make you want to empty your pockets you’re not human.

Boards for Bros was out here taking donations and anything you could spare to help spread the love of skateboarding. If that puppy doesn’t make you want to empty your pockets you’re not human.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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There was also a free BBQ for all you hungry woodpushers. Bart doing what he does best and getting saucy. Bart has also been on this trip with Zero so be sure to check out his amazing coverage.

Bart Jones

There was also a free BBQ for all you hungry woodpushers. Bart doing what he does best and getting saucy. Bart has also been on this trip with Zero so be sure to check out his amazing coverage.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

James Brockman

James Brockman was here at SPoT warming up in the concrete course. FS 5-0 on the brick. Whats your favorite part from James? Mine is Strange World.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

Franky Villani

Franky Villani is a newer addition to Zero but I think I could see him staying here for another 20 years. Franky executes the FS Smith with style. Make you check out his No Cash Value welcome part to Zero.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

Tony Cervantes

Tony Cervantes was a personal favorite to see. New Blood from Zero was one of my first videos and Tony went savage. Tony going Melon to get things started.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

JS Lapierre

JS Lapierre isn’t a new name on Zero but I don’t think too many people know his name yet. Here is proof why you should know the name, FS Noseblunt across the long rail.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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Dane has got the best board control on 50-50’s on rails but he knows how to skate a demo and have fun too. Dane, Pewter Blunt to Fakie.

Dane Burman

Dane has got the best board control on 50-50’s on rails but he knows how to skate a demo and have fun too. Dane, Pewter Blunt to Fakie.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

Jamie Thomas

Jamie Thomas has been putting in work for over 20 years to be here today and it shows. He’s setting up, taking charge and Gap to Blunting rails while he’s at it.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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Dane dancing on the rail. FS 180 Switch Krook.

Dane Burman

Dane dancing on the rail. FS 180 Switch Krook.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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Speaking of Tony and New Blood, who remembers this trick down that triple set? Heelflip BS Sexchange.

Tony Cervantes

Speaking of Tony and New Blood, who remembers this trick down that triple set? Heelflip BS Sexchange.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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Franky went from warming up to straight up destruction in the park. No Comply 180 Switch 50-50. I don’t know how long this handrail has been a part of SPoT but I’m almost positive Franky just put down an NBD.

Franky Villani

Franky went from warming up to straight up destruction in the park. No Comply 180 Switch 50-50. I don’t know how long this handrail has been a part of SPoT but I’m almost positive Franky just put down an NBD.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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JS floating high on this Kickflip FS 50-50.

JS Lapierre

JS floating high on this Kickflip FS 50-50.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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Austin Arunski is new on Zero but he knows the deal. Kickflip Boardslide. Great fit to the team and hope to see more from him!

Austin Arunski is new on Zero but he knows the deal. Kickflip Boardslide. Great fit to the team and hope to see more from him!
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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Tony and Bart have a connection, look at that eye contact. I might’ve gotten in the way of Bart’s flash here but I know this photo still turned out sick. Check out his photos at SPoT as well.

Tony Cervantes

Tony and Bart have a connection, look at that eye contact. I might’ve gotten in the way of Bart’s flash here but I know this photo still turned out sick. Check out his photos at SPoT as well.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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If you know 20 years of Zero, you know how amazing Misled Youth was. Jamie did this Barley Grind while Baba O’ Riley was playing. Can you say nostalgia!?

Jamie Thomas

If you know 20 years of Zero, you know how amazing Misled Youth was. Jamie did this Barley Grind while Baba O’ Riley was playing. Can you say nostalgia!?
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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Franky is a demo-litioner, straight savage. Full Cab BS Tailslide to Fakie!

Franky Villani

Franky is a demo-litioner, straight savage. Full Cab BS Tailslide to Fakie!
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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The demo was over, the people were leaving but JS had something else in mind. Landing this Tre Flip FS Noseblunt to shut it down.

JS Lapierre

The demo was over, the people were leaving but JS had something else in mind. Landing this Tre Flip FS Noseblunt to shut it down.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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After the demo everyone piled into the snackbar for the signing and 20 Year art show. Here's an overall look at what they came to display.

Jamie Thomas

After the demo everyone piled into the snackbar for the signing and 20 Year art show. Here's an overall look at what they came to display.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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Lots of happy faces getting their memorabilia signed.

Marquise Henry

Lots of happy faces getting their memorabilia signed.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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Tony, good choice on getting the boxset signed.

Tony, good choice on getting the boxset signed.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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Happy dad and son with some crispy decks.

Happy dad and son with some crispy decks.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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Adrian Lopez is a legend, putting down some of the heaviest and technical moves for his time. Here he stands next to an iconic BS Tailslide photo. Heres a history lesson for you all: <a href=

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Adrian Lopez

Adrian Lopez is a legend, putting down some of the heaviest and technical moves for his time. Here he stands next to an iconic BS Tailslide photo. Heres a history lesson for you all: his Misled Youth part.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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Zero would not be where it is today if it wasn’t for Jamie Thomas. He’s an entrepreneur and a businessman. He’s hand picked every person on the team and pushed them to be the professionals they are today. He set the standards for big rails and by far paid his dues. After it was all said and done I asked him what his favorite photo was, he said and stood next to his FS Smith photo from the iconic Misled Youth. <a href=

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Jamie Thomas

Zero would not be where it is today if it wasn’t for Jamie Thomas. He’s an entrepreneur and a businessman. He’s hand picked every person on the team and pushed them to be the professionals they are today. He set the standards for big rails and by far paid his dues. After it was all said and done I asked him what his favorite photo was, he said and stood next to his FS Smith photo from the iconic Misled Youth. You can check it out here at 4:37.
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro

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The dudes have cleaned out, beat and ready to drive home after a cross country tour. Thanks for coming out to remind us of what Zero means and what it has given us over the past 20 years. Demo was amazing the 20 Year Art Show was sick and meeting everyone was so cool. Till next time!

Jamie Thomas

The dudes have cleaned out, beat and ready to drive home after a cross country tour. Thanks for coming out to remind us of what Zero means and what it has given us over the past 20 years. Demo was amazing the 20 Year Art Show was sick and meeting everyone was so cool. Till next time!
Date: September 30, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro