In terms of spectators, this year’s Trifecta showing at Lincoln City was not as packed as it has been in previous years. That might have had something to do with the weather. It seemed like it might rain, and the fog and/or clouds were literally blowing through the top of the trees. Perhaps the heat wave was keeping away some of the inland folks who didn’t realize there was a 30 degree temperature difference between Portland and Lincoln City. It fluctuated between almost downright cold and mildly warm, with the warm periods seemingly only lasting for about 10 minutes at a time when the sun would peek out.

So it’s that time of year again. Time to get ready for the onslaught of pictures that are edited with an eye towards quantity and not quality. If the names aren’t listed, it’s because I don’t know who they are.

Check out Oregon Trifecta 2008: Lincoln City

It’s a funny coincidence that I was listening to the Trilobites I Can’t Wait For The Summer To End when I got the email tip about this song. “Summer’s not a bummer. It’s a stunner, and it’s now.” Sure, Marc Bolan was not known for the depth of his lyrics, but rather for being the the supreme effeminate glam rock guitarist and vocalist whose half shirts, onstage mincing, high heels and general rocking cool stage presence and persona were not even approached again until the likes of Prince.

Marc must have had a fascination with skateboarding too. This is Skateboard Music features a demo of his titled “Skateboard,” and this video clip performance of “Celebrate Summer” from his UK variety show simply titled “Marc” features skateboarders performing in front of a blue screen. Unfortunately, the song and performance are pretty flat. Not exactly a good introduction to T Rex for the uninitiated. Apparently, Marc was also an advocate for skateparks. You can watch the video and read an excerpt from an interview with Mr Bolan talking about the exciting new sport of skateboarding and what government officials should be doing to promote “skateboard tracks.” – Thanks to Eric Shea for the tip

July was a pretty status quo month. Nothing went super high, but prices weren’t low either. Lots of stuff went for over a thousand, which is my barometer. Australia is super hot or collecting right now: there’s lots of great decks going that way, and some great collections being put together. I guess the weak dollar is good for something.

Check out eBay Watch for July 2008.

Pro
First: Benji Galloway
Second: Tim Johnson
Third: Kevin Kowalski
Fourth: Brice Niebuhr
Fifth: Bruno Passos
Sixth: Rion Linderman
Seventh: Sky Siljeg

Sky Siljeg is going to be (more of) a force to deal with. He was killing it and he’s something like 12 or 13 years old. Oregon skrote Rion Linderman pulled a proper McTwist in the final jam. There was another rain out (temporary) and another bad collision on the heals of yesterday’s in which Chad Shetler left blood from a head injury on the concrete. This time was pretty scary. Taylor Bingaman got knocked unconscious and started bleeding fast from his head. The good news is both guys are relatively OK.

Pro
First: Daniel Cardone
Second: Tim Johnson
Third: Kevin Kowalski
Fourth: Steve Reeves
Fifth: Benji Galloway

I think Tyler Martin got ripped off at 6th place, but I’m not sure who I would swap out.

Pro
First: Bruno Passos
Second: Kevin Kowalski
Third: Tim Johnson
Fourth: Chaz Pineda
Fifth: Rune Glifberg (With a broken shoulder)

Masters
First: Buck Smith
Second: Pat Nogho
Third: Pat Black
Fourth: Jason Parks
Fifth: Lenny Byrd

Womens
First: Julie Kindstrand
Second: Erin Wolfkiel
Third: Megan Brown
Fourth: Lexi Barclay
Fifth: Justyce Tabor

Sorry ladies. I couldn’t get the camera turned on in time to get the women’s results. Anyone?

Hey everyone the circus is back in town, AKA Tri-fecta. Boy, am I excited. It is always fun to have a bunch of talent show up. Here is a little footage from Pier Park Tri 07. Notice gold mental winner Glifberg edger over the hole, a GVK exclusive shot you wont see that on Fuel TV, E.X.P.N. or anywhere else. Skate off Grover.

Danimal picked up the latest Transworld skateboarding and and saw MC’s book in print. First question is, what is Danimal doing reading Transworld Skateboarding? Dude, you’ve just been outed.

The Fuel TV web site has this thing called the Five Spot where they put together five pictures or five web sites that are related. I think that’s the gist of it. They asked for a Oregon Trifecta recap from last year, and I obliged. It’s for the good of this web site skateboarding in Oregon, you know? Check it out.

Gee, I hope they get it finished in time. Continuing yesterday’s aerial photo obsession, here’s a shot of tomorrow’s Oregon Trifecta stop, the Tigard skatepark, under construction as seen by Google Maps. When this was taken, Gabriel Park was just a dot on the horizon. The satellite flybys must be scheduled more frequently over big cities, because Lincoln City is still at phase one.