Japan fan, gnarly ollie, shoe connoisseurs and skate jolly.
October 29, 2009, 1:45 PM
By: Josh Brooks
Ken Goto
A kickflip to fakie on the picturesque peninsula that Huf calls home.
To group Keith Hufnagel in one of the most boosting ollies of all time is fitting—grouping him in with Donger, Wainwright, Reese and the newly anointed Andrew Brophy. But, I'd venture to add that he also has one of the quickest ollies in the game as you can see here (around 3:28). On top of his speedy feet, he is known to many, probably reluctantly to him, as a leader in the shoe and street cultures. I sat down to get an idea of one of the all-time great pros, learn more about his store HUF, his other job, fans in Japan and his upcoming part in the new Real video. Read more about The Huf Behind HUF.
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Josh Brooks
Josh is a skater and a scientist. He's written for Thrasher, lurks in Long Beach, has a mean tré bomb and isn't afraid to call your favorite pro to get perspective on the latest news.
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Noah lives, writes and skateboards everyday in Brooklyn, New York. His favorite things are clean grip, extra crispy bacon and sweatshirt weather.
