Vandem Longboard Shop News

Seriously bad news. Castle Combe racetrack have pulled the rug out from Go-Skate 2026 with just 48 hours to go - one of the most anticipated longboard events of the year.Those of you with a ticket should already have been notified - Keith has been busy... Read more

This week is a tricky one. For every week, we're stoked about what we're shouting about - so when we're really excited, we haven't necessarily got that much room to move.But this week, I am really excited. These are the much anticipated RipTideRead more

When I started writing these newsletters I searched the internet for tips and guides - email marketing for beginners.I found many tips, but the more I read the more uneasy I felt with the whole thing.Write as if your audience is 13 years old - keep it under... Read more

The to-do list is long but we're tackling it one step at a time.And right now, that step is to let you know that the Bristol Board Meeting is returning on the 12th September 2026. Many of you will have... Read more

Joining words is fun! I know one good friend of Vandem in particular will be very pleased with the latest from Pantheon.For privacy and continuity I shall refer to him as "Jogden". If you know, you know.Jogden has been desperate for us to start referring... Read more

To quote a book which I enjoyed, but went largely over my head: "talented surfers think like great jazz musicians, using invention, complex rhythm, timing and spontaneity to turn impossible wave scenarios into beautiful but challenging music" Don't great skaters play jazz, too?It certainly looked like Carlotti... Read more

They're bright and bold And they almost render one of the most classic longboard videos of all time defunct.Sixteen years ago Orangatang released their purple 83A urethane at a brief yet important moment in human history: Kevin, Patrick, James and Louis were all riding for them.The release video changed... Read more

And he has blessed us with admin. It's exciting, a big delivery of wheels.A quick coffee first thing, packing as many orders as we can before the doorbell rings and the jobs begin.Unpacking, counting, still secretly quite excited when freshies stick together out the box.All the while, wondering... Read more

Yes and no. Rebirth trucks are split angle (and more!) which adds a whole lot of stability to any longboard.But the dreaded speed-wobbles should not be tackled purely by upgrading equipment!They are vastly in your mind and can impact even the most experienced of... Read more