I’m a fan of both Dan Madercic and Michael Dolsen’s skateboarding. Always dorking around at the skatepark and filming each other doing feats that you wish you could pull off both aesthetically and physically, the two are of a breed of skateboarders who simply make skateboarding look fun as hell. If you’ve ever witnessed them skateboarding around Cleveland or have seen any of their Instagram videos, you will be able to confirm this.
Late this past Sunday evening, I got a text from Dan offering a seat in the car for a quick day-trip to Grove City Skatepark in Columbus the following morning. There were a few semi-adult tasks on the to-do list to be completed, however, skateboarding and spontaneity seemed more appealing to me; so I decided to jump aboard for the ride. Terrifying yet punctual and precise, Dan’s driving skills delivered us from Cleveland to Columbus and back in one piece and we had a fun time navigating the curves of the Grove City Skatepark, despite the sweltering sun.
Following a session-ending slam to the left side of my buttocks while skating the Caterpillar Bowl, I came to my senses and pulled out my camera and proceeded to document the session. Here’s a glimpse into a few hours of stunt-wood action with Dan and Michael on a Monday afternoon at Grove City Skatepark…
This is Michael Dolsen. Here he is speaking to Dan about pasta. Michael likes pasta, but only if in the form of spaghetti. “I REFUSE to eat penne.” -Michael Dolsen
Michael lays backside.
Michael and Dan talk shop with their pal James Swisher moments after he showed up and casually blew our minds for 5 minutes before making his escape.
Michael doing what he calls “The Hooker” while Dan takes care of the Instagram angles.
This is tall Dan Madercic; he and Michael skate together frequently. He also has a low tolerance for drivers who inappropriately use the fast lane. Here he is doing a slide & roll around the corner.
Dan laying back on the deck moments before reverting and flatspotting his new wheels.
“You’re not my guy”, says Michael to Dan, unveiling his middle fingers.
“Just kidding, we bros”, exclaims Michael.
Dan goes frontside with the ole grab ‘n scratch on what he calls the “Caterpillar Bowl”. Look at his mutant arm.
Dan pays homage to Jim Gray shortly before packing up and hitting the road. Fortunately, and to my satisfaction, Dan’s driving speed would be closer to average for our return home.
This is a picture of Dan driving. Dan isn’t a bad driver, he’s actually a pretty good driver; he just has no regard for speed limits. Luckily I’m still alive to tell you this fun fact about Dan.
Sleepy boy Michael, pooped from the sesh and obviously accustomed to Dan’s approach to highway driving to the point where he can comfortably rest. Must be nice.
Photos: Mike Chinner
