Join the Shoe Power team in Jersey City on Oct 9 for an afternoon of skating our purpose built skatepark where you’ll meet local pros, play some old school skate games on a huge projector, get some free gear and watch an exclusive skate film. 3 lucky skaters will be randomly chosen to join us for a special evening VIP party and trick competition. Winner of the trick competition gets $500 and bragging rights! Log onto www.facebook.com/shoepower for more details.

[vimeo http://vimeo.com/15226293;w=700&h=420]

Also check out this nice short film on the evolution of skating…courtesy of Ride5 Media Group.