Transworld Jan 2014

Transworld Skateboarding – January 2014 (Vol. 32) opens the new year with a gritty, battle-hardened energy, kicking off the "Cold War" era with James Brockman laying waste to San Diego ledges—switch front blunt and all. This issue captures that raw mix of post-holiday fire and grimy street commitment that defines real winter skateboarding.

In the departments, Top Comment features reader reactions from TWSKATE.com, while First Words includes a letter from the editor teeing up the issue’s tone. Best & Worst reviews the highs and lows of the past year—from long-distance pushing to sketchy triple sets, and the always awkward art of naming a video.

Check In gets wild with Pat Burke recounting an unexpected collision with a low-bumper vehicle and why he’s lucky it wasn’t worse. Gear gets a refresh with Product of the Month, and in Reverb, musician Cass McCombs draws thoughtful parallels between skating and music, a must-read before editing your next part.

Top 5 finds The Duffman wallriding through a bold palette of influences, and Congregate captures Jack Curtin snatching the win at the Levi’s x FTC contest in SF—money, bricks, and all.

Check Out provides fresh faces with New Year resolutions that include “make more Euro trips” and “clean my room.” The feature “The Streets Are Ours” celebrates golden-hour bangers, while Last Words closes the issue with Brian Anderson reflecting on runways, New York Dolls, and the fashion-skate crossover.

Also highlighted: Sammy Winter’s debut pro model "Delivery Room," designed by Marc McKee, riding the perfect line between raw skill and iconic board art.