NEW YORK - Obed Rios took us around to some of the Brooklyn spots where he and his friends would skate. After getting caught up, Obed realized he wanted to do something better and ended up opening a skate shop because of his passion for skateboarding. www.obednyc.com
LOS ANGELES - Graffiti and skateboarding go hand-to-hand. Check out the ONE DECK gallery at Tradition where a bunch of artists linked up to put art on decks. www.shoptradition.com www.eyelost.com
HOUSTON - Ivan Lavigne has been skating since he was 10 years old. Now check him out as he skates for Ezekiel, Etnies, and Collective Boardshop. www.collectiveskateboard.com
LAS VEGAS - Ernesto Ponce hits up Pharmacy for a fresh pair of kicks and a new gripped board before skating the streets of Vegas. www.pharmacyboardshop.com
LAS VEGAS - Sometimes it's too hot to skate in Vegas, so Pharmacy Boardshop rider Donnie Parke visited LA to skate but took a minor detour to the hospital. www.pharmacyboardshop.com
PHILADELPHIA - Celebrating the 8th anniversary of being in business, Nocturnal Skateshop threw a street jam session where people could skate and have a good time.