The Deluxe Build Project - Tampa
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on Sunday, May 15, 2016
by Chris
The Build Project is a worldwide fundraising effort that included 250+ skate shops and local crews to help raise money to build/fix DIY skate spots in their areas. It is the brainchild of the brands behind Deluxe Distribution out of San Francisco, CA (Spitfire, Anti Hero, Thunder Trucks, Real and Krooked). It all began in July 2015 and is still continuing to grow and prosper with the support of skaters everywhere, and we were fortunate enough to be a part of the program. It was decided that we would spruce up a classic Tampa spot, the turtle ditch. We formed some ledges, sunk a rail into the banks, called the concrete truck, and let her rip. Unfortunately after our mission, someone(s) got upset with us and decided to destroy all of our hard work. Well, that would never stop us. We geared up and came back with all of our materials for build number two. After reshaping and smoothing everything out, we camped out until the whole thing was set and dry. The next day we came back, cleaned up, and got our session. Satisfaction! Thanks again to Deluxe for their dedication to skateboarding. Video and photos: Frank Branca
Eric McKenney
The guys bright and early watching the crete dry.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
The bump on the left is where the ditch got its name.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
This is not Chris Cantwell's first DIY build.
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May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
Eric McKenney
Eric knocking out those talking points first take.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
The Flat bar did not survive.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
Aaron Burkett
Gloomy day to be pouring crete.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
We found out via insta the ledges were destroyed.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
Ledges were still a bit skateable.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
Who would do this?
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
Busted...
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
Josh Knight
Build Project: round 2.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
Lots of bonding agent for the repair.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
Here we go...
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
Josh Knight
Josh Knight joined the build team.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
Aaron Burkett
Looking good.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
Chris Reitz
Chris Reitz was ready to skate this thing so he was delivering the concrete as fast as he could.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
Aaron Burkett
Aaron was ready to camp out with his surveillance camera.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
Hopefully this thing lasts.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca
Frank Branca
Thanks to everyone that donated, our volunteers, and Deluxe! Go shred it and tag us in your photos @SPoTTampa.
Date:
May 15, 2016
Photographer: Frank Branca