{"id":33336,"date":"2026-06-22T14:08:13","date_gmt":"2026-06-22T14:08:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/?p=33336"},"modified":"2026-06-22T14:08:19","modified_gmt":"2026-06-22T14:08:19","slug":"rolling-into-2026-a-live-qa-with-red-bulls-brandon-valjalo-on-go-skate-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wedodis.co.za\/news\/rolling-into-2026-a-live-qa-with-red-bulls-brandon-valjalo-on-go-skate-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Rolling Into 2026: A Live Q&A with Red Bull’s Brandon Valjalo on Go Skate Day!"},"content":{"rendered":"
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In honor of Go Skate Day, we engaged with Brandon Valjalo, a prominent Red Bull athlete and one of South Africa’s leading figures in skateboarding. We discussed the influence skateboarding has had on his life, the evolution of the local skateboarding community, and his views on the future of the culture in Mzansi.<\/span><\/p>\n

It is widely acknowledged that skateboarding and hip-hop are closely linked\u2014like a glove fits a hand. From the style and attitude to the do-it-yourself ethos and sense of defiance, both cultures have continuously influenced each other. Lupe Fiasco\u2019s \u201cKick, Push\u201d serves as a prime example. The intersection of music, freedom, creativity, and self-expression is a shared ethos between both realms. <\/span>In this space, we embrace both skateboarding and hip-hop with equal fervor. Hype Fam, join us in this insightful conversation where Brandon delves into his passion, the evolution of skateboarding, and his commitment to elevating South African skate culture.<\/span><\/p>\n

Go Skate Day is a celebration of the skate community and culture. What does this day signify for you on a personal level?<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Go Skate Day serves as a reflection on my initial reasons for taking up skateboarding. It\u2019s not centered around competitions, sponsorships, or outcomes; instead, it\u2019s about gathering with friends, enjoying the skate experience, and honoring a culture that provides countless skateboarders with a sense of community. Personally, skateboarding has opened opportunities that I never thought possible. It has allowed me to travel the globe, meet lifelong friends, and learn invaluable life lessons extending beyond the sport. Go Skate Day is an opportunity to celebrate all of this and to give back to the community that significantly contributed to my growth as an individual!<\/span><\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n