We're just about at the end of the line with Stuck In The Past 2000 - in fact - we were at the end, but I had so much extra footage left over for the final montage that I decided to split it into two separate episodes.
Gerry Loughran, Plaza, Vancouver.
This first of two episodes, Park Report, is exactly what the title would suggest - though the report may be a tad dated. My original idea for the final installment was a big family style montage of bonus clips from everyone who appeared in the previous episodes, and some who haven't. Park Report starts with a spotlight on the early days of The Vancouver Plaza, before moving on to a brief glimpse from a section of the Osiris 2002 Aftermath Tour, and finally a collection of clips from various indoor sanctuaries we were lucky enough to have in years past.
Josh Evin, Grand Forks, BC.
Paul Carter, Tsawwassen, BC.
Skateparks we're practically nonexistent when I was a young skateboarder - I didn't skate a proper concrete one until I moved out west in 1995. The generations that came up after skateparks were commonplace showed direct evidence of their significance/importance, and I only wish I had something so good when I was a runt. Thankfully, they also serve a great purpose for older skaters once the knees and everything else get too sore for the streets. Not sure when I'll feel that need to retire to the parks, but at 42 it can't be too far off.
Chris Haslam & Craig Williams, Richmond, BC.
Matt Dove, Costa Mesa, CA.
Only one episode left of Stuck In The Past 2000 - stay tuned because it's coming soon!
- Adam Cassidy
