This solo video piece is the result of getting to cruise the Bay Area for a few days at the end of 2017. I was finding so many rad spots during my explorations that I couldn’t help but put a little project together... I present to you a combination of a few of my favorite things; riding, searching, filming and editing.
Vans reunites with global BMX team rider Dakota Roche to create a new rendition of the Old Skool Pro for this holiday season. Available now and included in Roche’s California Native apparel collection, the Dakota Roche Old Skool Pro is designed to match his tenacious and powerful riding style. Built to withstand the brute force of Dakota’s heavy riding, Dakota Roche’s Old Skool Pro promises to deliver first-rate impact cushioning and the best in pedal-control with Vans’ proven UltraCush HD sockliners and Vans’ original waffle outsole.
Armed with Duracap reinforced underlays for maximum durability in high-abrasion areas, this personalized Pro Classic silhouette is dressed in a rugged teak suede and canvas with solid-black
CINEMA proudly presents Dakota Roche's 2017 video part! Filmed in Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Barcelona, Copenhagen, Budapest, Athens and Perth. Sit back, grab some popcorn and enjoy Dak ripping through the streets..
NATIVELAND 3 / DAKOTA ROCHE / CULTCREW
SIMPLE IS CLASSIC, AND CLASSIC IS DAK. New BLACK ON BALCK PATINA DAKOTA ROCHE SIGNATURE FRAME.
Vans and Dakota Roche team up to create a custom Pro Classic colorway that helps Dakota push the boundaries of what’s possible on two wheels. Available now, the Vans x Dakota Roche Authentic Pro compliments his powerful BMX riding and skateboarding-inspired style. Featured as part of the Vans California Native Collection, the Authentic Pro colorway by Dakota Roche showcases bold black foxing tape juxtaposed with a contrasting glazed ginger canvas upper that represents Vans’ heritage appeal and Dakota’s flawless style. Equipped with Vans original waffle outsoles and UltraCush HD sockliners that display Dakota’s motto, “Vans on my feet, wheels in the street”, this custom Pro Classic silhouette offers the highest level of impact cushioning while
Vans BMX rider Dakota Roche leaves the city behind and ventures off-road into the Mojave Desert in search of his next unique riding spot. Dakota finds himself in a bone-dry ditch of epic proportions for his next session of creative expression. Search and Destroy.
Building upon the success of the Style 112 Pro, Vans expands the team style footwear offering with the debut of the Style 112 Mid Pro in BMX team rider Dakota Roche’s signature colorway. Available beginning August 1, this new mid-top silhouette is constructed with the same trusted performance technology found in the Style 112 Pro with added mid styling for increased ankle support.
The Dakota Roche’s signature colorway of the Style 112 Mid Pro features classic canvas and suede uppers, combined with Duracap reinforced underlays for maximum durability in high-abrasion areas. Equipped with UltraCush HD sockliners and Vans’ original waffle outsole, this stylish yet functional team style delivers the highest level of impact cushioning coupled with tried and true gripping abilities.
Time to burn some rubber on the new House of Vans street course & bowl this Sunday! Join Vans Pro rider Dakota Roche as he rolls into the park to throw down a bumper to bumper jam with £200 cash for tricks & giveaways for all!
BMX JAM with DAKOTA ROCHE
Sunday 7th May
Open Practice: 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm
BMX Jam: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Prize Giving: 5:00 pm
Free | Sign Up on the day
Vans celebrates its long-lasting BMX heritage with the debut of the Style 112 Pro in team rider Dakota Roche’s signature colorway. Available now, the Style 112 Pro is built with proven Vans UltraCush technology to fit the demands of BMX’s heaviest street rider, Dakota Roche. Dakota Roche’s signature Style 112 Pro is featured in the Vans California Native Collection, designed in black suede and a contrasting burnt olive Sidestripe. Built with Vans’ original waffle outsole and Duracap reinforced uppers, this silhouette delivers unrivaled durability and a firm no-slip grip. The Style 112 Pro was inspired by feedback from the Vans BMX team, employing Vans Vulc Lite construction and UltraCush HD sockliners to keep the foot close to the pedal while providing the highest level of impact cushioning needed for Dak’s unforgiving riding style.