Cons Triple C's: Haines City
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on Friday, June 03, 2016
by Chris
Every month Converse sends SPoT some shoes to skate and test out for the world. This month it was Jack Loktu, Alejandro Burnell, Derick Wynn and Brandon Starr and they were given the Chuck Taylor All-Star Pro. We took the guys to Haines City, a small town above Lakeland with more hills than you can count and more spots than you could imagine. When a cop found out we weren’t from there he asked us “Why would you come to Haines City when you live in Tampa?”. Check out the edit and you’ll see why. Video: Frank Branca Photos: Marino Nicastro
Derick Wynn
The Crew piled out of the van once we finally arrived in Haines City. Derick, Alejandro, Brandon and Jack. I assure you none of these guys have been here before. It was a big change from Tampa.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Jack Loktu
Jack and Brandon making sure they look good for the camera and ladies in this town.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Derick Wynn
First spot of the day and only 5 minutes after getting out of the van, Derick Wynn charged this Hippie Jump and made it look too easy.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Derick Wynn
Haines City is home to a lot of spots most people would pass up, but if you really appreciate the architecture you can find some untouched gems.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Alejandro Burnell
Alejandro with a quick Wallie Nollie before getting the boot.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Jack Loktu
Is there even Wifi in this town? Check your Instagram and Tinder.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Brandon Starr
If you skate in Tampa you know how flat the terrain is. Haines City is a paradise for hills. This ledge to hill bomb is pretty perfect.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Brandon Starr
If you know Brandon you know he’s really good, like ALL TERRAIN good. Brandon Starr FS Nose Slide in a line.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Alejandro Burnell
Alejandro broke his wrist not too long ago which would make most skaters hang it up until its healed. Not 'Dro. FS 5-0 to Fakie while the day is still young.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
We can’t forget as to why we are all out here enjoying this beautiful day skating. Converse hooked all the dudes up with some sick shoes: the CTAS Pro Suede Lows.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Jack Loktu
Literally hills everywhere. Jack having some fun with a nice BS Powerslide.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Brandon Starr
This spot is insane; it's on an overpass and it was about 5pm. After every try you’d have to wait maybe 5 minutes or more for a break between cars. Brandon BS 50-50 to hill bomb.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Alejandro Burnell
This spot was sketchy, you had to swerve in and out and try not to fall off the side. Alejandro, Nosepick pull in with the one arm assist.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Jack Loktu
Jack found himself the perfect spot for this trick: Bean Plant to Tail stall. Look at that hair!
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Jack Loktu
Jack is definitely the coach on these trips, keeps the mood happy and always tries to have fun. I hope you got that Frank.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Frank Branca
Frank Branca, our filmer, always getting the right angle and always knows all the spots! We couldn’t do it without you.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Derick Wynn
Derick has got a pretty mean No Comply as demonstrated here over the bush into the bank.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Alejandro Burnell
This is one of those hidden spots out here. Four of these in a row and metal benches. Alejandro gets his FS Ollie in before the cops come.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
The Legend of Spook Hill doesn’t make much sense but look at that hill!
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Jack Loktu
Just letting the people know whats really good.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Derick Wynn
The ground here is horrible but you’re going so fast it doesn’t matter unless you fall… After this hill we went on to bomb a couple more hills and called it a day before someone wobbles out.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
The guardian of Spook Hill.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Frank Branca
Untouched rail. For anyone who would like to try this gnarly thing contact Frank.
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro
Alejandro Burnell
One final stop before the sun was gone. Alejandro FS 50-50 the middle bar. What a great day!
Date:
June 03, 2016
Photographer: Marino Nicastro