Dylan's Blog — July 2009 Archive Blogger Profile

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the fine folks from thunder bay saw fit to fly in some green apples and antisocialites to kick off their new park!

Seylynn Bowl, one of the oldest skate parks in North America. Historical site for skateboarding, world famous for over 30 years of history. I was there opening day trying to get a skate in before they officially opened it. From opening day till now when I think of Seylynn Bowl I think of Don Hartley "Carver Man". That park was design for him. His smooth style & fast line had a influence on my style dating back to the late 1970's. Don was a big part of the skate community in Vancouver. Was a Ambassador to the sport and a fixture at different skate events. I'm sure Don's Will would say for his ashes to be spread over Seylynn Bowl. Now if someone was to tell me before Canada Day that Don was to have a accident in the bowl and died I would have laughed and thought about the odds - "never happen, always wore a helmet, death in skate park, never happens, skating a lot safer then the public thinks". And that is what I'm struggling with three days after his death. I just can't believe it happened the way it did - Canada Day, Don's favorite place, skating with friends, Don not wearing a helmet (unusual) the odds, the place, the unbelievable circumstances. Accidents happen all the time. That is why they call them accidents "no one's fault" it just happened. But I guess if your going to go, it might as well be your favorite spot doing what you most enjoy. Don - the skate industry will remember you always. Thanks for the inspiration and the Carver will live on. -Kevin HarrisDon Hartley passed away on July 4, 2009 after a skateboarding accident on July 1, 2009. At the age of 52, Don leaves behind a wife and two young sons Shogo age 5 and Akira age 9. Don was always a kid at heart who was passionate skate boarder and teacher of the sport, his other interests were skiing, music and most importantly the love for his sons. Don has been with Canada Post Corporation for 21 years. He started his CPC career in transportation then moved to the South Vancouver Delivery Center where he spent the majority of his career. Don’s presence and personality will be missed at SVDC. An account has been set up for Don’s kids with the TD bank. The money will be used for their education. You can make a deposit at any TD bank using Account # 6657188 - TD Branch # 0566. one love , one Don

Seylynn Bowl, one of the oldest skate parks in North America. Historical site for skateboarding, world famous for over 30 years of history. I was there opening day trying to get a skate in before they officially opened it. From opening day till now when I think of Seylynn Bowl I think of Don Hartley "Carver Man". That park was design for him. His smooth style & fast line had a influence on my style dating back to the late 1970's. Don was a big part of the skate community in Vancouver. Was a Ambassador to the sport and a fixture at different skate events. I'm sure Don's Will would say for his ashes to be spread over Seylynn Bowl. Now if someone was to tell me before Canada Day that Don was to have a accident in the bowl and died I would have laughed and thought about the odds - "never happen, always wore a helmet, death in skate park, never happens, skating a lot safer then the public thinks". And that is what I'm struggling with three days after his death. I just can't believe it happened the way it did - Canada Day, Don's favorite place, skating with friends, Don not wearing a helmet (unusual) the odds, the place, the unbelievable circumstances. Accidents happen all the time. That is why they call them accidents "no one's fault" it just happened. But I guess if your going to go, it might as well be your favorite spot doing what you most enjoy. Don - the skate industry will remember you always. Thanks for the inspiration and the Carver will live on. -Kevin Harris

Don Hartley passed away on July 4, 2009 after a skateboarding accident on July 1, 2009. At the age of 52, Don leaves behind a wife and two young sons Shogo age 5 and Akira age 9. Don was always a kid at heart who was passionate skate boarder and teacher of the sport, his other interests were skiing, music and most importantly the love for his sons. Don has been with Canada Post Corporation for 21 years. He started his CPC career in transportation then moved to the South Vancouver Delivery Center where he spent the majority of his career. Don’s presence and personality will be missed at SVDC. An account has been set up for Don’s kids with the TD bank. The money will be used for their education. You can make a deposit at any TD bank using Account # 6657188 - TD Branch # 0566.

one love , one Don

i've been sitting on these for a while now, but i while you are all jonesing for the next episode of the epicly later'd coverage, and waiting for their next tour, lets take a minute to reflect on the few days that i spent with them last year.

subtitles?

subtitles?

jason gordon from ninetimes skateshop in saskatoon just dropped a couple funky new shop decks.

get 'em while they're hot, eh?!

and if that's not enough, read the man's own words...

Hi Friends. We finally got some new shop boards here at Ninetimes, some of you have already seen them, most of you have not. I just wanted to show you some pictures that Dylan Walker took for me. If you feel inclined to post them on your websites, that would be awesome, or you could just let me know what you think. I'd be glad to hear your response. The Pizza Shark idea came from Matthew Feyld who worked for Ninetimes awhile back and continues to contribute to the shop anyway he can. He skates more than anyone I know and is an amazing artist. If you click the link you will see for yourself that he has something really special. Matt has a t shirt design in the works right now as well, so keep an eye out for that.(you can see more of matt's art here) The 2nd graphic was made by Todd Gronsdahl. I like to call it "Stacks". I think the exact same day I was stressing like crazy about not having a shop Graphic I received a call from Todd asking if he could design a Ninetimes Deck. Everything worked out.. the deck looks great and I only missed my deadline by about 3 months. Click on his name to see some of his past work, and go to his restaurant if you are hungry.