Slam Issue 199 rolls out some solid Aussie pride with Grant Taylor holding it down as a favorite local hero, while Lance Mountain shares wisdom on how he’s maintained a long, iconic career in skateboarding — a nice mix of old-school grit and fresh energy. Steve Tierney takes readers through a '90s skate trip down memory lane, blending stories of skating, art, travel, and his work with Skateistan, showing the wider impact skateboarding can have.
Dean Parsons grabs attention with his mission for a kickflip to fakie off a roof-to-bank in Blakehurst, even smashing a tail off his board but pushing through by borrowing a deck to land the trick cleanly as night falls — pure dedication. Payne Street Pool’s grime gets a makeover as skaters clean out the sludge to get back to shredding, capturing that gritty DIY spirit. Mitch Robertom closes the issue with big moves in his first feature interview, showing the fresh talent rising up strong. The issue balances storytelling, impressive skating, and that raw street vibe that keeps the scene alive.
