One choice quote demonstrates why Jenkem’s new Marc Johnson interview about the current state of the skateboard industry is a must read: The average pro career lasts 5 years, and most pros walk away from skateboarding with nothing except two video parts and a room full of old pro models. They walk away with nothing practical or useable in the world outside of skateboarding, least of all, money. It’s a sobering, but not shocking reminder of the way the skate industry mocks every other industry in place in this world – its made for the few to make it off the many. Go for a skate then read the full interview here. Then do some soul-searching.

Ever wonder how how Lakai’s Marc Johnson pro model shoes are made? Now you know. Epic.

Lakai has just put up a new edit to make sure you know that they still like you. Check out Marc Johnson, Guy Mariano, and Brandon Biebel tearing up their new warehouse.

The Matix crew recently pulled Marty Murawski, Brandon Beibel, Mike Anderson, Marc Johnson, Daewon Song, Torey Pudwill, Jeron Wilson and Mike Mo together to rip up a warehouse for a day. This mellow edit shows some of the fun behind the scenes. Look for Matix fall 09 online at at retailers soon.