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The second issue of Diversion Video Magazine is what I expected: a well-edited all-flatland video that's fun to watch, makes you want to ride, and reminds you why you ride flatland in the first place. And if you don't ride flatland, it's still a great video: though ramp and street riders will probably find any all-flat video boring, Diversion videos are put together in a way that even non-riders can enjoy and appreciate the riding.

The video has Bobby Carter written all over it: the style is professional and clean, originally edited (it's definitely not just a Props clone!), and the soundtrack takes a back seat to the riding. This is the kind of quality I want in all my riding videos!

Diversion #2 has plenty of riding in it: The interviews with Dave McDaniel and Bizhouse owner Shawn White are interesting and go deeper than simple questions like "How long have you been riding?" Manuel Prado and James McGraw discuss different flatland styles. A Saõ Paulo, Brazil section highlights Sergio "Balú" (original new tricks, plus a rad Scurfer!) and Marcos Paulo de Jesus (a fast rider, if you haven't seen him ride), as well as other locals. York Jam footage features Matt Wilhelm, Brian Chapman, James Kennedy, and TJ Perry. Plus more riding from Pete Brandt, Ed Nussbaum, and more.

Check the Diversion web site for video clips.

Diversion Video Magazine

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