Call me crazy, but it feels like éS continues to hit us with heavy doses of nostalgia during our daily doom scrolling! The iconic (and recently updated) ‚Two Nine 8‘ has been back for a minute, but only in select colorways. 

These black and yellows just scream late 90s/early 00s! And they’re officially back. Get a closer look below, along with all the details on these unearthed gems. 

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„One of the most iconic skate shoes of all time has made it’s triumphant return: Introducing the newly retooled Two Nine 8,“ éS proudly mentions on their website. „This groundbreaking design, which was a top seller in the late 90s and early 2000s is fréSh from the vaults, ready to become a favorite of the new generation.“

For you skate nerds and sneaker heads out there, peep the nitty-gritty details:

• Triple Stitched Toe Cap and ollie area
• Reflective mesh panels for breathability and style
• Padded tongue and collar for comfort
• Lycra ankle pillow for improved fit
• Full-length internal EVA foam midsole
• 400 NBS rubber cupsole
• Optional hidden lace loops for lace protection
• Lycra tongue straps for improved fit
• Suede/Synthetic/Mesh

Related: Aimu Yamazuki Rolls Through the LA Streets Putting the Newly Updated éS ‚Two Nine 8‘ to the Test

While you’re here, you should tap that post above and watch Aimu Yamazuki put these classic kicks to the test in the LA streets a few months back when they were just teasing ‚em. Almost feels like you’re watching an old 411VM commercial or something, and I mean that in the best possible way. 

But back to the éS vault—the newly updated ‚Two Nine 8‘ is available in „black“ and „navy/white“ as well right now, with the black/yellow colorway rounding them all out. Look for them at your local skate shop or the éS online store. 

Nostalgia has been a heavy theme this year and I’m here for it. 

I mean, you won’t see me rocking these, but those who can pull them off… get there! 

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The new Hockey Holiday collection just dropped and should be blessing board walls and the Hockey/FA site as I write this. And to celebrate, they hit us with a new short but sweet Andrew Allen edit as well. Take a look:

Although Andrew’s skating has changed and evolved quite a bit over the years, he still has an eye for spots. I can appreciate that he’s often tackling terrain that really compliments his style and approach, and clips like that switch front nose pop-over prove that he still has a deep bag of surprises for us. Such a perfect trick for that spot. But not before getting bodied!

His new ‚Hurt Temple‘ graphic looks sick, as do all the planks and apparel in Hockey’s Holiday collection. Lots of good stuff from Fitzgerald, Kadow, Stain, Todd and the rest of the squad. 

Related: Watch: Andrew Allen Hits the LA Streets for Pepper Grip

And while I’ll happily take little clips and parts from the team here and there when they’re offered, I’d love to see a full-length from this crew in 2025. Anyone else? 

Peep Andrew’s new graphic along with the rest of Hockey’s latest drop here. There are definitely some gems peppered in the mix. Hockey graphics remain raw and out there, to say the least, but you gotta give the people what they want! 

Since you’re here—have you seen Joseph Campos‘ new part? Peep it below!

Related: „Joseph Campos Shot on Location“ Debut Pro Video Part for Hockey

The Hockey team is as stacked as ever! Cop a new plank and hit the streets. 

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We talked about this yesterday, and now we’ve got the full deets on the Rose Street Skateshop x Converse CONS One Star limited-edition shoe. Have a gander at the shoe below and read on for release details.

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„50 Years of One Star & 5 Years of Rose St.

Inspired by a family trip to Japan, our Cyprus Green/Cherry Blossom colorway reflects the country’s beautiful landscapes. Our roots with @converse_cons run deep & we’re honored to sow the seeds & celebrate our joint milestones.

50 pairs were produced, with a small size run available for purchase. Sizes 6-12.

Joining this release is a 64-page zine curated by @noahf1001 & a lovely video edit by @brandogdog

Shoes, zine & edit drops in store this Saturday Dec 7th, 6-9PM. Details will follow.

Thanks to our Rose St. Crew for bringing this project to you visually.

Mom & Pop designed to be skated by the Youth.

Product 📸 by @ryanallan„

The details, the colors, the materials—as tasteful as Mr. Kelling himself. 

As we mentioned yesterday, Rose Street and CONS have a long history of making rad video edits with joint team riders. 

Related: Rose Street Skateshop Team At Poods

If you can make it to Encinitas, California this weekend, the release should be dope. See y’all there. 

Related: 9 Core Skate Shops You Need to Visit in San Diego

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Heavy revs from the Hawk’s Nest to the Sloanyard and everywhere in between, Blood Wizard officially welcomes Asahi Kaihara to the squad with a ripping new video part. Congrats, Asahi! This is a perfect match. 

Asahi clearly isn’t messing around and absolutely deserves an official spot on the Blood Wizard roster. Her unique bag of tricks and effortless style are just a few of the things that really standout here, at least in my opinion, but the fact that she’s holding her own on some of the heaviest ramps in the game says more than enough. 

At the same time, she’ll rip a backyard pool with power and finesse, letting her skating do the talking from beginning to end. So rad. 

Related: Watch: Blood Wizard Barges The Sequoias And Spreads Some Magic At The YMCA Camp

There were definitely more than a few clips that caught me by surprise in this part. And again, if you’re getting the OK to skate Tony Hawk’s private ramp, Elliot Sloan’s wild backyard setup, and Bob Burnquist’s recently-cemented Dreamland—just to name a few—you must be doing something right! Love to see it. 

I’ve always been a fan of Blood Wizard, too. They’re raw and you could argue they’re a bit low key, but that’s just part of what makes them so rad. Securing a spot on their roster of underground heavy-hitters is no small feat. And like I said, Asahi fits the mold perfectly. 

If this is your first time watching Kaihara skate, this is quite the proper introduction. And this is just a small taste! She certainly came out swinging in her debut part and I’m excited to see what she brings to the table in 2025. Keep your foot on the gas, Asahi! We see you.

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