Some serious shredding at Oakley BOWL-A-RAMA 2011 (via Stikman Films)

Check out the 2011 Bowl-A-Rama Wellington Prelim Runs (via Manual Magazine)

After a long day of battle at Wellington’s Waitangi Park, Pedro Barros and Pat Ngoho skate away as winners of OAKLEY BOWL-A-RAMA™.

The crowds of over 6000 on Saturday 12th of February witnessed Pat walk away with the Masters 1st place prize of A$2000 and youngster Pedro Barros with the Pros 1st place prize of A$4800, a prize purse which gave each skater a huge incentive to get amongst the competition in this years OAKLEY BOWL-A-RAMA™.

The event series, including the sister event VANS BOWL-A-RAMA™ held at Bondi Beach in Sydney, has recently gone through some exciting developments including the World Cup of Skate signing a five year deal, major growth in prize purses and major sponsor alignments. “We are stoked to be able to work with the best in the industry to deliver a strong event every year,” comments Chad Ford, BOWL-A-RAMA™ Director. “The event keeps growing every year and brings with it the biggest skaters in the world. With the support of partners such as OAKLEY and World Cup of Skate, we are definitely on our way to becoming one of the most iconic skate events in history,” he adds.

The prize winners were as follows:

PRO FINALS

1^st Place            Prize money = $4800                 Pedro Barros

2^nd Place           Prize money = $2500                 Sky Siljeg

3^rd Place            Prize money = $2000                 Rune Glifberg

4^th Place            Prize money = $1800                 Benji Galloway

5^th Place            Prize money = $1500                 RJ Barbaro

6^th Place           Prize money = $1400                 Nolan Monroe

7^th Place           Prize money = $1300                 Otavio Neto

8^th Place           Prize money = $1200                 Steve Reeves

MASTERS FINALS

1^st Place           Prize money = $2000                  Pat Ngoho

2^nd Place          Prize money = $1600                 Lester Kasai

3^rd Place          Prize money = $1400                  Sergie Ventura

4^th Place          Prize money = $1200                  Steve Alba

5^th Place          Prize money = $1000                  Lee Ralph

6^th Place          Prize money = $800                    Mik Mulhall

The stand has been taken away for another year, after thousands of screaming fans saw 60 of the world’s best local and international skaters battle it out for top honors. These riders will now go on to compete in the WCSK8 Pro Bowl series 2011with the next event on the bill being VANS BOWL-A-RAMA™, Saturday 19^th of February at Bondi Beach.

Mike Bancroft is a 22 year old from Albany, New Zealand who has been ripping it up from the skate scene. He took some time out to answer a few questions for us – check it out.

How long have you been skating?

Since I was 10 or 11 so ‘bout 11 years now.

What have you been up to this year, in the world of skate?

I’ve been trying to skate as much as I can. I’ve been riding the new park in Botany, which is amazing. Also been in Melbourne recently too - went on alittle trip with the Element team; was good to get away for a little bit.

The prize purse for BOWL-A-RAMA has increased significantly for
Wellington and Bondi. Are you pumped to get amongst it this year?

Yeah man for sure. I’m always amped to skate Bowl-A-Rama but not for the money side of things (although it would be nice). But just having the opportunity to skate with all the guys I looked up to as a kid is unreal!

Are you competing in both Wellington and Bondi?

Just Wellington at this stage. I wouldn’t mind going to Bondi now you mention it – haven’t been to Sydney yet.

What is your favourite thing about BOWL-A-RAMA?

I’d say the gathering of people from all round the world is what makes it an epic event for me!

Who is your protégé?

All the kids of MSP (Marlbrough Skate Park)

What is your greatest BOWL-A-RAMA moment?

Um probably last year, when I was hit by a car and the MC announced I wouldn’t be skating this year due to injuries from being hit, but I came out from the crowd and skated anyway. Was a good feeling to keep on pushing even after the injuries. What doesn’t kill you only makes you stronger.

Where do you see yourself in 5 years?

That’s a hard one. I’d love to see myself in Obama’s, shoes steering the world in the right direction but dunno if that will happen. Most likely be getting older somewhere in the world with a skateboard in hand and a smile on my face.



Images courtesy of Manual Magazine and Andy Brown Photography

BOWL-A-RAMA™ 2011 Dates Announced

Get your diaries out – we can finally announce the dates for BOWL-A-RAMA™ 2011. Pencil in Sat 12 February for Wellington and Sat 19 February for Bondi! We’ve got a huge amount of things happening, including gallery exhibitions, music, parties, giveaways, and of course, lots of S-K-A-T-E. See you there!