Getting rid of (almost everything) green in your garden might not be the advice given by Greenpeace but these guys have more interest in beer and skate stickers than worrying about the state of there (not so) green fingers…
On the fringe of The New Forest, Johnny and Mike offer outstanding hospitality and concrete creations that are not only built to an unbelievable standard but, also come with irresistible edibles (mainly BBQ chicken). They also provide sermons and sanctuary and from the scooter plague that often riddles the local TOTTON park.
With the best intentions we aimed for a session a week at each establishment during the summer but like most things that didn’t really go to plan.
The times we did manage get together were a fucking blast though and here’s a snapshot of the shenanigans that went down.
Words and photos by Steve Bega @SoSkateZine
MIKE’S PLACE
Filmed / edited by Steve Bega
Bonus shots from Johnny’s from J & J Skateshop backyard concrete quarter
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