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Skimslam 2009 "Witness Dis"

2009-07-08T18:53:00.005-04:00

This years event proved that skimboarding has found a nice foundation in the Islands. The kids love it, the young at heart are curious, and the rest are entertained.
In the Caribbean summers, small tropical systems pass south of our islands, pushing up clean waves to our south facing beaches. The STT Southside Skimslam marks the start of a summer of fun skim. The Mornigstar beach has been alive with skimmers since the contest and almost has the feel of a freeform skim camp. Come join the fun and get hyped with this years contest Video. Big respect and thanks to all who helped this years Skimslam.

SKIMSLAM 2009 BIG RESPECT ON THE BEACH.

2009-06-25T19:21:00.004-04:00

Morningstar Beach was alive on Saturday, as forty contestants battled to be crowned Kings and Queen of the 2009 STT Southside Skimslam. All ages came out to compete in this 4th annual amateur skimboard contest. This years youngest competitor award went to 5 year old Adelaide Jones, who also took 6th in the Ladies Division. The Grom (or 10 and under) heats were stacked with action. All skimmed their hearts out, especially Louis Mills, from Atlanta, skimming for the first time. But in the finals it was the Luke Patrie show, taking first place. The Juniors Division was dominated by Nicolas Lopez. After winning a free skimboard, Nic gave his top prize to second place winner, Konner Kendall. When asked why he gave away his first place prize, he responded, "He deserves it, Konner gets this board." Exactly the type of camaraderie the Skimslam has been building in the kids over the last four years. In the Ladies heats there was a close battle between Danielle Andrzejewska and Logan Williams. Logan eventually took the points winning the division. However, Danielle ended up winning the most coveted award, Best Sportsmanship. The Men's heats proved that practice makes perfect. Nonstop, back to back, wave for wave, these guys were showcasing their talents. Huge airs and clean wave riding brought Alejandro Lopez the BIG WIN for the fourth year straight. All hail the KING. This years event, held by Skimcaribbean.com was a total success. Dedicated to John "Jack" Deihl. The Skimslam raised a generous sum for the Deihl Family Fund. Special Thanks go out to all he sponsors, families and especially the KIDS who made this Skimslam the Best Ever. Keep Skimming and we will see you Next Year!!

-Skimcaribbean

Keep posted for the rest of the shots and video of this years event. its taking a little time due to the amount of sick shots we got of this years Skimslam riders.

Here are the Results:

Groms (10 and under)

Luke Patrie
Evan Jones
Karson Kendall
Sean Godfrey
Dalton Parr

Juniors (11-15)

Nicolas Lopez
Konner Kedall
Adam Lose
Jahmal Donovan
Tristan Rosenberg

Ladies

Logan Williams
Danielle Andrzejewska
Julia DiLeo
Annie Brashara
Megan Godfrey
Adelaide Jones

Mens (16+)

Alejandro Lopes
Chris Creque
John Carpenter
John Lenahan
Nolan Diehl

South Summer Swell and the practice is on

2009-05-24T21:43:00.003-04:00

You can tell the contest is getting closer. Just a few more weeks to perfect your backside wrap. Stomp that wave before you stomp that shuvit. Morningstar beach this weekend had boards a blazing as the loc's enjoyed the summer south swell.

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YOU DON'T KNOW! THE STT SOUTHSIDE SKIMSLAM 2009

2009-04-27T18:57:00.004-04:00

Skimcaribbean has dunnit again.

Year four of the ST Thomas Southside Skimslam is here and we are looking forward to an insane competition. June 20th is the day. The rider sign-in is at 8:00AM. Morningstar Beach is the place. Right in front of the Havana Blue Restaurant at the Marriott Frenchman's Reef Resort. Skimmers, are you ready for the slam? 15 bucks gets you entry, lunch, drinks, the event T-shirt and more. Win and it could mean a new board. Download and print the entry form HERE and bring it with you and your dough to the beach that morning. Have your mama sign it if your under 18.

DROPPING KNOWLEDGE

2009-04-27T18:09:00.003-04:00

Steaming hot off the presses. Josh "Drop Abama" Rutty gets the cover of the St. Thomas Daily News. Making the morning constitutional a little more enjoyable.

MAGENS BAY CATCHES THE NORTHWEST.

2008-11-23T17:59:00.005-04:00

The models were right and a solid 10-15ft Northwest swell was right on time. Friday Morning we awoke to see large lines pealing off our outer cays and we knew the twice a year occurrence of a good skim at Magens Bay was at hand. Magens Bay is usually known for safari's full of cruise ship tourists, St Thomian weekend jump-ups, and the occasional north-side soccer game. However, this day we had off-shore winds and glassy shorebreak. We coughed up our two dollars a piece for entry, met up with the boyz, bust out the cameras and started the calisthenics lead by Charlie, "ONE!.......TWO!.......SHRED!.......

OH SO SWEET

2008-11-16T19:52:00.005-04:00

The struggle continues yet the reward is oh so sweet... The skimcaribbean crew was blessed this weekend by heavy tradewinds from the east which produced some nice southeast wrapping swell. Crack a Heineken, catch a fire, lay back inna ya hammock, and just lime while you check da latest skimcaribbean blessings. MORE PROOF JAH LOVE

HURRICANE OMAR Skims St. Thomas

2008-10-20T17:57:00.005-04:00

Over halfway thru the Hurricane Season and St Thomas had seen little action. October 12th the forecast got bad and the Skimcaribbean crew got ready. Tie the boats to every mooring and anchor you can find, Batten down the hatches, close the shutters, tie down the barbecue, find the cat and stock up on beer. By the 15th Omar had ramped up to a Cat2 Hurricane and we were in the path. The Skimcaribbean lair of Charlie and Josh became the shelter. Seven of us, 1 cat, 2 dogs, 2 cases Heineken, 1 case Sam Adams, 2 cases of water, a deck of cards any game we could find, 2 lanterns, 20 candles, a rain barrel, 1 camera , 1 inflatable Sumo suit and a lot of local Rum. Blessings that it was a near miss. Omar past to the East thru the Anagada Passage having winds just shy of a cat4 Hurricane. St Thomas was spared, amazingly we didn't lose power and the Spirit of the Hurricane party was lit all night. The next day after the curfew was lifted we got in an afternoon skim on what beach was left on the southside.

SKIMCARIBBEAN LINKS DA WORLD

2008-08-30T20:31:00.003-04:00

In an attempt to connect the caribbean skimmers to the skim world we introduce our links page. Looking for that hot new board, check our list of the best Skimboard Manufactures. Want to find the new gear and skim movies check the Online Distributers and the Production Companys. How about browsing the online Skim Magazines, or surfing thru the skim sights from the States and the World. Lastly we have put together some of our most resourceful Swell and Weather Forecasts as well as our local Webcams. Never get skunked again. Click here to browse and LINK IT UP.

Watch out kids Perry Pruitt was stomping it down in St Thomas.

2008-08-01T20:06:00.002-04:00

Here I Blog bloggidyy blogg blogg, Hey Jus, check Perry Pruitt, He was visiting from North Cackalacka. Land of the fresh mullet, "remember?" Victoria team skimmer killing Mornigstar Beach, It's nice when your hotel has a skim break. Props to Perry for the shots. Don't forget the Caribbean Blue.

Skimcaribbean's got your back.

Click here to view his skimcaribbean.com slideshow.

STT SOUTHSIDE SKIMSLAM BLOWS UP!

2008-06-30T18:27:00.006-04:00

SKIMCARIBBEAN.COM

WOULD LIKE TO THANK ALL WHO MADE THE SKIMSLAM THE BEST YET. THE WAVES, THE SKIMMERS, AND THE SUPPORTERS ALL CAME THROUGH AND MADE THIS YEAR HARD TO TOP.

Stay posted to SKIMCARIBBEAN.COM in the next few weeks as we are receiving alot of media from all who were click'in and shooting down there on the beach.

Don't be shy, if you have any shots from Saturday you want to share, send them to:

skimcaribbean@gmail.com

STT SOUTHSIDE SKIMSLAM 2008 RESULTS

Groms (10yrs and under)

  1. Luke Patrie
   2. Cody Merritt
   3. Sam Wessinger
   4. Sam Hardenbrook
  5. Evan Jones

Juniors (11yrs-15yrs)

1. Nick Lopez

2. Hunter Lineberry

3. Tyler Nunez

4. John Carpenter

5. Konner Kendall

Ladies (all ages)

1. Megan Cliff

2. Taylor Davis

3. Carissa Driscoll

4. Noel Grammer

5. Rocchina Arnold

6. Megan Godfiey

Mens (16yrs and up)

1. Alejandro Lopez

2. Adam Fuller

3. Nolan Diehl

4. Chris Creque

5. Colby Burdette

Lost Tribe of Skimmers found on St Maarten

2008-06-05T19:22:00.003-04:00

Spots in the Caribbean are starting to pop up. Sint Maarten, Netherlands Antilles, Mullet Bay Beach, Home of a small group of skimmers that are charging. "Big Up" to Dennis for sending us some pics of him and his friend. Check his spot on the Map and view updated spots in the Virgins.

Don't Forget the Contest is in a few weeks. So get your self to St Thomas for the SKIMSLAM!!!

2008-05-26T18:59:00.003-04:00

That's right the date is set Saturday June 28th. Open invite to ALL SKIMMERS. Where? The same place as the last two years. St Thomas US Virgin Islands, Morningstar Beach, Frenchman's Reef Marriott. Rider sign in 8AM sharp. Bring your entry form you downloaded from the home page. Have your parent sign it if your under 18. Get Hyped. Check all those sponsors "We've been Busy", the prizes are looking sick. Walk away with a new board if you can out skim your boyz. Not competing? then just come down and check out the sport and support your favorite skimmer. See you down there. May we be blessed with waves.

STT SOUTHSIDE SKIMSLAM 2008 Getting Ready

2008-04-13T17:01:00.006-04:00

The Boyz at Skimcaribbean.com are planning it again. The third annual STT SouthSide Skim Slam. (Tenative date) June 28th. The event will be held at the Morningstar Beach (Frenchmans Reef Marriott Beach) St Thomas, USVI. We are asking for support and contributions to help make this years event Hype. We are looking for prizes and gear for the gift bags and monetary donations to print T-shirts and make awards. We appreciate any help.

CONTACT:

skimcaribbean: 340-715-4480 skimcaribbean@gmail.com

WINTER BLUES

2008-03-06T18:22:00.002-04:00

Thursday March 6th, air temp 85 degrees, water temp 80 degrees...

Southeast swell about 3 to 4 foot, light breeze... where were you?

JRUT get's the blues settin up for this backside rappa.

"WAVE OF THE SESSION", FEBRUARY 19, 2008

2008-02-19T18:29:00.003-04:00

Charlie's the pooped up Pampers when it comes to shootin one out backside. PU .... don't that look sweet!

DRIVE BY SHOOTING

2008-02-14T18:31:00.002-04:00

VI vacationer snaps a nice sunset shot of Nick Lopez as he pops a backside on a glassy one.

Thanks to Benson for the Hype shot.

KARATE KID

2008-01-29T13:38:00.000-04:00

Show me paint the fence... Iray with a backside judo, Rockcity St. Thomas.

SKIMCARIBBEAN WICKED MON

2008-01-26T19:38:00.000-04:00

Skimcaribbean is steady buildin!! Page by page, makin it easier for you, my boy, to get your mits on da sh#t! Check dis clip of Nick gettin a dutty little shack... YES I ! Don't forget to big up your spot skimcaribbean@gmail.com

Skimcaribbean.com Grand Opening

2008-01-20T13:15:00.000-04:00

Calling all caribe skimmers... the site is up and running, now we need your help. In an effort to unify skimmers of da islands, we are asking for shots of your favorite spots. Here's what we're looking for; A photo of your spot, photo(s) of you and your bros riding said spot, info regarding where when etc., and help in pin-pointing on skimcaribbeans' "da' search" page. We're stoked to provide skimmers world wide with an informative/interactive resource for caribbean skimming. Stay tuned for more news and we'll be hoping to hear from you out there...irie. Meantime, here's Charlie blastin the top offa one at Morningstar on St. Thomas VI.