We’ve all seen the monumental EA trailer for the upcoming skateboarding video game SKATE 2 starring practically every single skater known to man, except for Tony Hawk.  I think he was busy that day dancing around in his briefs.  But basically, it looks like EA, in an attempt to keep video gamers (prepubescent and pubescent) enticed by a concept that may has lost steam over the past few years, came out with a sequel to SKATE.  This time with an extended storyline.

I’m not really into video games but that’s not to say that I’ve never been into them.  The only video games that have ever caught my attention have had storylines.  The first game I could ever remember being addicted to was a crappy game on computer game called LEISURE SUIT LARRY.  The only reason why I loved this game was because it was like a B-movie in the context of a video game. 

EA just released the second trailer for SKATE 2 over on TackyWorld giving you an idea of what you can look forward to.  This version of Skate looks great but I wished they added my favorite skate character, Officer Rivieri. 

Ever since I saw Officer Rivieri on Youtube teaching that young punk a lesson, it was inspiring to me and helped me change my life and my views.  Officer Rivieri has to be one of my all time favorite super heroes. 

Now check out this other Youtube video on Officer Rivieri.  It’s probably the awesomest thing I’ve ever seen. 

The International Association of Skateboard Companies just put out this press release…

The International Association of Skateboard Companies (IASC) announced the 5th Annual International Go Skateboarding Day (GSD) will be held this year on the first day of summer, Saturday, June 21, 2008.

Go Skateboarding Day, founded by IASC, is recognized internationally by skaters, skate companies and the industry as a whole as an official holiday and continues to grow each year. “This day allows anyone to celebrate the exhilarating spirit of one of the most influential activites in the world, skateboarding.” said John Bernards, executive director of IASC and GSD spokesperson.

On GSD, skateboarders can look forward to a handful of new initiatives this year including: a series of collectable posters–the first has been created by pro skater Ed Templeton; a retail window decorating contest; and countless new events that leaders in the skate industry and various skate companies and shops will execute around the world.