First Blood Battle Recap

Jun 6,2022 / By Hippie Mike / No Comment

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Thank You to the Fraser Valley Regional District Area B for their donation towards the First Blood Battle skateboard contest held on May 28th at HMI Skate Park in Hope BC. When Dennis Adamson walked in the door of the skate park at the beginning of April he had one thing in mind, finding a way to help create something awesome for the entire community to enjoy together. When he offered a $5000 donation towards an event, we knew we needed to make something special.

Dennis Adamson donation photo

Now that the Covid restrictions have finally been lifted as to how we can run events indoors it was time to set up the first Real contest at HMI, with Full length qualifier Runs, Finals for each category, and Plaques for the winners. The date was set for May 28th, and the title was made “The First Blood Battle”…

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People came from all over the Lower Mainland to enjoy the day together, there were over 60 competitors spread out through 6 different categories, and approximately 120 people in the park. With Hippie Mike organizing and running the event it was guaranteed to be successful, and busy. A very special Judges Panel was created right away consisting of Skateboard Event MC and Music Superstar Renee Renee, Richmond Skate Ranch local and Owner of 5.0 Skateboards Britain Higginbotham, DC Nationals 2004 Female Champion Carrie Williams, and the very first Canadian Professional Skateboarder and owner of Ultimate Skateboard Distribution Kevin Harris.

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The contest lasted almost 9 hours in total, filled with good times and tons of smiles. Starting off with the Mini category (kids 10 years & under) the vibe was set for the day. The crowd cheered on these little guys and girls as they showcased anything and everything they knew how to do. The Beginners were just as awesome really showing true love for this new activity that most of them have only been doing since HMI Skate Park has existed, they put some great lines together and had the crowd going wild.

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All the girls skated together encouraging each other to do their best and mainly sticking to the halfpipes, while the Intermediates utilized the entire park and gave everyone a taste of what was coming in Advanced. Everyone in these 2 categories did amazing and really showed why HMI is such an important place for community development.

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When Advanced finally started we knew the real Battle was about to go down. Some of the most talented skaters from all over the lower mainland and fraser valley came out to prove who’s on top. Aging from 8 years old up to 39, there was some serious skill in the room. After the Runs the judges narrowed it down to the Top 6 and those 6 skated for 18 minutes straight in a 6 man Finals Jam all at once until we finally had to call time. Dakota Flamand ruled the entire park climbing all the walls to the ceiling and took 1st place, Street master Dave Jonnson used his tech skills to place 2nd, and 12 year old park local Kaelen Faux showed every line he knew to squeeze his way into 3rd place. All scores in the Advanced finals were within a half a point from each other according to the judges.

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As people started disbursing we finished the night with a “Best Tricks for Cash” event and let these guys get the last of their energy out. It was an amazing show and we can’t wait for Round 2 next year.
Ryan Clark from Ripper Sk8 Mag has it all on video and we will release the recap as soon as it’s finished. Until then enjoy these photos

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Thanks to all the sponsors:
HMI Skate Park
FVRD Area B
Ripper Sk8 Mag
Powell Peralta
Maple Road Skateboards
Protest Skateboards
Pylon Skateboards
5.0 Skateboards
Totally Rad Skateboards
Tuxedo Skateboards
Abnormal Skateboards
Chance Skateboards
Bentwood Skateboards
Sean Sue Tattoo
Stance Socks
Blue Triton
Flames Pizzas
Cutts and Bows
Mind Control
Well Kept Sustainables
Super Scary Corp.
Santa Cruz
Fury Trucks
Bones Wheels
Mike’s Rizers and Railz
Fast Track Tire
PTT Hope BC
Wild Rabbit Flowers
ASD Excavation
Shay Fusionz Salon

HMI Skate Park tries to run at least 1 fun event every month, follow them on Instagram @hmiskatepark to stay in the loop.
And be ready for the Backyard Bash coming late September

First Blood Battle Poster with sponsors

Future of Hope – The HMI Story

May 16,2022 / By Hippie Mike / No Comment

Future of Hope – A Must See Documentary by Tim Barker covering the creation of HMI Skate Park in the small town of Hope BC.
Produced in Partnership by Art of Living Media and Hippie Mike Industries

Learn the amazing story of HMI Skate Park, why and how it was built in the small town of Hope, and what it means to the surrounding community. Be prepared for an emotional rollercoaster ride as the movie touches on Hippie Mike’s multiple surgery recoveries, the death of a close friend, and the amazing passion of skateboarding that is shared between so many people of all ages.
This is The Future of Hope

Starring Hippie Mike, Andy Anderson, Kaelen Faux, Carrie Williams, Ryan Clark, AJ Zabell, Jonny Schroeder, Brian Baines, Sean Sue, Charlie Spear-Beauchamp, Mak Pauuwe, Christian Paauwe, Jodi McBride, Linda Kaji, Kevin Harris, and more…

The Future of Hope premiered at the Hope Cinema on April 22nd and was a huge success, people came from all over to watch the film and learn the real story of how HMI Skate Park came to be. Huge thanks to Tim Barker for all the long hours putting this movie together, we are forever grateful

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HMI SKATE PARK SKATELITE FUNDRAISER

Apr 27,2022 / By Hippie Mike / No Comment

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0WxjlmUss9E
HMI Skate Park is an indoor skateboard park in Hope BC, owned and operated by myself, Hippie Mike. The lease on the building was signed at the beginning of October 2020. Through amazing community support, donations, and fundraising, we were able to get the doors open by middle of December 2020. In the first 18 months we have served over 1000 different people just in the skate park, proving how necessary a place like this is. We specialize in Public Drop-Ins, Lessons for All Ages and Skill Levels, Inclusive and Fun Competitions and Demos, and have approximately a 75%/25% male/female Ratio.
To rush the opening of the Park we used Masonite (1/4″ hardboard) as the top surface sheeting on all the ramps and decking as it was way more affordable and quick to install but unfortunately the wear and tear is showing fast on the masonite and it is time to make the big changeover to SkateLite. This will help protect the ramps for years to come and lower the dust levels being stirred up daily throughout the park.

We are looking to raise $50,000 to finalize the park properly by resheeting the entire place in SkateLite, adding metal edge protection to any corners and joins between ramps, and making a few necessary adjustments and repairs. The skate park is split into 3 sections and we will plan to change it up one section at a time, in the order of how we originally built it.
Section 1 will happen when we reach the first $20,000
Section 2 will happen after we reach another $15,000
and Section 3 will happen when we reach the final $15,000

Our goal is to complete the entire renovation by the end of this year. If you would like to donate please visit our GoFund Me Page
HMI SkateLite Fundraiser GoFund Me
Or come into the Park at 840 5th Ave, Hope BC

We all appreciate your Support

“I Helped Build HM Industries” Campaign

Oct 7,2020 / By Hippie Mike / No Comment

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I am excited to announce a new Indoor Skateboard Park and Retail Skate Shop coming to Hope BC simply titled HM Industries. I have finally found a place to call my own where I can combine all of my talents under one roof. A place for Skateboard Sales, Lesson Programs, and Shredding all year in an Indoor Park, along with an awesome Workshop in the back where I can build custom order Ramps and other fun wood projects.
I have officially taken over the old Rona Building in Hope and I am ready to start renovating right away, but need your help. We have created a fundraising campaign on the Protest Skateboard Page to assist in helping to buy building materials for all the renos, any necessary permits, and pay for any electrical and plumbing work that need to take place before being able to build the park. ALL profits from every Tshirt and Hoody sold in this campaign will go directly to the creation of the facility which we are hoping to have open sometime in November, so Please Help by making a purchase for yourself or for a loved one, and sharing this post with everyone you know.
Tshirts are $50 and Hoodies are $100 (Taxes included)
**This is a Prebook Campaign meaning we only print what has been ordered, so get your orders in quick and be patient for them to arrive
Print dates are October 15th, October 30th, November 15th, November 30th **

Click the link to order http://protest-movement.org/product-category/i-helped-build-hm-industries-campaign/

Thanks everybody!

Hippie Mike pulls out the 2×4 Skateboard

Sep 4,2020 / By Hippie Mike / No Comment

Inspired by a funny 2×4 tech deck/fingerboard that Braille Skateboarding made recently I decided to pull out my actual 2×4 skateboard that I used to ride all the time in the early 2000’s and give it a go on this little quarterpipe at my house. Some things were easy and most things were not, either way my ankles hurt for a couple days after this session, haha

Music by: Sarah Morano
Song: The 4 Wheel Reel
Released: 2020

Allen Handley Joins the Protest Movement

Jul 31,2020 / By Hippie Mike / No Comment

After years of anticipation we are finally putting Allen Handley on the Protest Skateboards Team. This guy rips it up everywhere he goes, his way or the highway, with a unique array of tricks that only Allen would try. Welcome him to the team and expect to see lots more

Song: On My Knees
Artist: Named BY Robots
Live Recording / 2020

More at www.protest-movement.org

SkatePark Styles Episode 5 – Squamish Skate Park

Jul 31,2020 / By Hippie Mike / No Comment

Squamish Skate Park with a Fresh paint job in the Bowl
Featuring: Adam Hopkins, Andy Anderson, Mike LeBlanc, Oli Ward, Big Rip Kaelen Faux, Byron Essert, Madix McReynolds, Presley Huska, Ryder Riekert and Jacob LeBlanc

Music Credits:
Pur Pale vs. BIOHACKER
Song: Retrograde (Pur Pale Remix)
Original Composition: Tufty Hacka (Biohacker)
Remix Composition: Ryan “Tweak” Clark (Pur Pale)
Mixing & Mastering: Ryan “Tweak” Clark
Released: 2020

Shoe Size Does Matter

Jul 20,2020 / By Hippie Mike / No Comment

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With all the changes to my body over the past few years I deal with a lot of pain and discomfort on a regular day so I’m used to just ignoring it, but recently I made a change that helped my whole body overall. I switched shoe sizes to a half size bigger after about 25 years, and Wow what a difference! I’ve been getting Free shoes since around 2003 so I never even try shoes on anymore, they just got sent to me whenever I needed some, same size as always. But my feet had been hurting a lot lately and I wanted to try something new. The second I slid my feet into those 9.5’s I knew it would alleviate some of my daily pain, but how would it affect my skating? It’s been about 6 weeks now in bigger shoes and it’s actually helped my skating too. I feel more relaxed and less tense. Now when I finish for the day and take my shoes off my feet don’t feel so crushed, they just feel normal. And everyone knows if your feet are in pain so is the rest of your body, so without that pain my mind feels better too.
The point is when you’re suffering, try something new. If it doesn’t work out you can always go back to what you’re used to, but if it does work out it could be a positive change for your whole body, mind and soul.

SkatePark Styles Episode 4 – White Rock with Andy Anderson

Jul 13,2020 / By Hippie Mike / No Comment

A quick reunion at the old Local White Rock Skate Park, Andy Anderson shows you how to properly rip the Bowl he grew up skating, and then airs the fence gap out of the park in tribute to the OG legend Major Dave Bowers. Don’t it Feel All Right?

Song: Don’t it Feel All Right
Artist: Hagen Mitchell (with Craig Williams and George Faulkner)
Album: Craig Williams – In Good Company
Released: 2017

Grip Tape Art 3 – The King’s Diamond

Jul 8,2020 / By Hippie Mike / No Comment

Grip Tape Art #3 with Hippie Mike, “The King’s Diamond”. This one was designed by 10 year old Kaelen Faux, aka Big Rip Kaelen, and was put onto my last collab Protest Movement/Coastal Riders Join the Movement deck for him to ride. Go Rip it Up Kaelen!!

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