Thrasher Aug 2022

This issue of Thrasher delivers a mix of hard-hitting street skating, travel features, and personal stories from some of skateboarding's most respected riders. Highlights include an in-depth profile of Gabriel "Gabbers" Summers, Austin Kanfoush, and the Down for Life feature, alongside The Great Get Hurt, which celebrates the resilience and commitment that define skateboarding. The issue also heads to France with Paris Je T'Aime, showcasing the city's legendary architecture and endless skate potential.

Regular favourites including On Board with Lurker Lou, Canvas, Lunatic Fringe, Abnormal Communication, Five Greats, Photo-G, Trash, and Firing Line provide the usual blend of interviews, photography, artwork, opinion, and behind-the-scenes stories from the global skateboarding community. Music also gets a nod with features on Harshmellow and The Coathangers/Notes, reflecting the close relationship between skating and independent music.

Louie Lopez graces the cover, charging through the streets of Paris with one of the city's iconic spots as his backdrop, while Chris Pfanner lands a remarkable kickflip over an intimidating obstacle on the contents page. Packed with powerful photography and unforgettable skating, this issue is another standout edition of Thrasher.