Tony Alva | Pass The Bucket | VANS

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  • Опубликовано: 21 авг 2024
  • Originally published on Jun 9, 2011 - Considered to be one of the the most influential skateboarders of all time, Tony Alva, an original Z-Boy, hit a bottom 4 years ago battling drug addiction and alcoholism.
    There, at his lowest point, his reliance on successes and ego came into perspective for the first time. Tony's fight for sobriety and truth has recently lead him to a new perspective on life and direction moving forward.
    Dedicated to giving back Tony now see's passing the bucket as the only way out.
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Комментарии • 75

  • @kyleloftis2748
    @kyleloftis2748 7 лет назад +26

    Tony is the role model I was looking for in my youth. What an amazing piece with an amazing message.

    • @vans
      @vans  7 лет назад +1

      Thanks for commenting, Kyle! Tony is such good dude and a talented skater who we were happy to showcase in this video. For more videos like this, check out all of the Pass The Bucket clips here: bit.ly/2bO0EfG

  • @samkills23
    @samkills23 9 лет назад +24

    this guy is my hero and the reason i started to skate. blessing to this man

    • @kirja693
      @kirja693 7 лет назад

      Sam tweedie
      Me too !! 🤘🏼

  • @sk8love
    @sk8love 7 лет назад +26

    "The void is filled with love"

  • @toddbockman4668
    @toddbockman4668 4 года назад +1

    In the 1970's I skated, Tony Alva was my hero ... now, he's not only my skate hero, he's my Human Hero! How he's developed and grown (spiritually) is amazing. Go Tony Alva!

  • @zooyawk4526
    @zooyawk4526 4 года назад +1

    I skated with Tony (once) @ the famous Cherry Hill Skate Park in NJ. That was in 1980. I was 16. Tony was about 21. I couldn't believe I was in the same space of the kid I saw in an issue of sport's illustrated 4 years earlier (in 76.) I was 12 and already skating (street) when I saw the pics in that mag. A few months after skating in CHS along side of TA I was paralyzed in an auto accident. I was 16. Needless to say I never skated again. I have many great memories of my skating days and one of them was watching the kid (TA) who inspired me to take my skating to a different level. I'm happy for Tony and seeing that he has found peace within himself and has come full circle. Once a sk8er always a sk8er. Sk8 on Tony Alva. Sk8 on. PS. Tony absolutely shredded the Cherry Hill Skate Park and it's incredible 3/4 pipe and huge bowls. Tony was one of the smoothest skaters I've ever seen. Smooth as butta.

  • @devonzastre9666
    @devonzastre9666 7 лет назад +18

    "Stop thinking so much and look to your heart"

  • @madbug1965
    @madbug1965 7 лет назад +21

    No slight to Tony Hawk but to me Tony Alva will always be the original Tony when it comes to skateboarding.

  • @stevekrueger8368
    @stevekrueger8368 4 года назад +1

    Tony was a blessing tonight to hear and see that video of you were you have now found peace in your soul

  • @danielcolon9809
    @danielcolon9809 8 лет назад +3

    Tony you fucking made it brother! Thank you for your honesty and compassion.

  • @ryanl1987
    @ryanl1987 6 месяцев назад

    Skateboarding saved my life as a kid / teenager ! It was an outlet / brought us together / those with money / those without / family problems or not . Everyone the same . I miss those times . Appreciate all the rippers who gave me the motivation along the way . Thank you 🤘🏻

  • @empale1
    @empale1 7 лет назад +9

    Consumers we are conditioned be. Not till we awaken can we see clearer through awareness.

  • @christophersawyer253
    @christophersawyer253 7 лет назад +4

    God bless Alva. It's truly all about giving, and this guy is a great example of the peace one can have when are authentic. Great message

  • @gonza7006
    @gonza7006 8 лет назад +15

    love and respect for tony!

    • @vans
      @vans  8 лет назад +1

      Thanks for the support and thanks for watching, Casper! Tony is definitely one of the most influential skaters out there. If you want to see more Pass the Bucket episodes, check out this playlist: bit.ly/2bO0EfG

  • @mediumrick7667
    @mediumrick7667 7 лет назад +3

    Years ago I ran in to Tony a few times through a mutual friend. He definitely had a BIG presence back in those days. And MAN... could he skate! Glad to see he's on a good path and has found peace within. Keep fighting' the good fight, T.

  • @celestialbody6890
    @celestialbody6890 6 лет назад +4

    It feels wonderful when you serve people without expecting anything in return.

  • @marccarter1350
    @marccarter1350 5 лет назад +3

    Very touching. Very true. Wise words. Decent human being+

  • @bilbobaggins2083
    @bilbobaggins2083 7 лет назад +3

    So many times when I thought I was really good, Tony would show up and the humble feelings would take over. He was awesome

  • @pan-jw2wf
    @pan-jw2wf 6 лет назад +1

    In all honesty he's earned that "do you know who I am" attituuuude​. Plus that attitude was a part of what made him Tony Alva...A cove surfing, pool skater from the not so friendly streets of Santa Monica whom took his skills to the top. Much respect to his change in life though. I'm just stoked to see him cruising the streets for once.

  • @SDGuy1981
    @SDGuy1981 8 лет назад +4

    he is such a cool dude.

  • @trinitygrl1
    @trinitygrl1 7 лет назад +2

    Tony, Thank you for giving back and being a continued inspiration to all. Especially, to to the young kids who need a role model - You are their Role Model of love & hope. Go w/God & skate on!!! Ps I've seen you skate since the 70's at tourn in San Clemente & LA

  • @mikeysclips
    @mikeysclips 5 лет назад +1

    My hero skating was Tony Alva (Skateboarding Magazine) and when I met him and I invited him to skate our favorite pool. All he wanted to do was smoke bowls. He was wasted and couldn't skate to save his life. It was still pretty awesome!

  • @ashton35
    @ashton35 6 лет назад +5

    The first skate video that isn't filled with evil. I'm glad to see this video. (The message is True) The Truth is lacking in this age. I sure want to believe that Tony isn't another person allowing the evils of this earth tempt him into corrupting himself, and those around him any longer. I am reminded of my wrong doing by his words. Thank you

  • @nosesayrocktv5605
    @nosesayrocktv5605 5 лет назад +3

    Big respect to you tony alva👌

  • @kieranbrown3492
    @kieranbrown3492 4 года назад +1

    i love what this guy promotes, peace

  • @peenilcuntagiolipoptus9744
    @peenilcuntagiolipoptus9744 4 года назад +1

    Thank you Tony Alva

  • @stevekrueger8368
    @stevekrueger8368 4 года назад

    And in your heart I agree with you when you say you have to reach out and help peopledo it for free don't expect nothing back in return it's the smiles and a compliment coming from a third-party who recognize what you have done for somebody else that is a blessing thank you Tony. You are the true godfather of all air. People don't realize without you pushing that boundary that skateboarding wouldn't be where it's at today God bless you and your wife

  • @marcot5386
    @marcot5386 3 года назад +1

    Inspired .. i'm 53 i'm about to skate again first time since 85

  • @camerunea23stoicasimonacri75
    @camerunea23stoicasimonacri75 6 лет назад +1

    I am sow happy that u have understand that soul is more important and make others happy I have a friend who is take drogs I don't know how to help him I just pray for him i really love him more that in soul not for money or something else is important to love and not hate ,been kind rather then been right .:)

  • @whosmansisthis1894
    @whosmansisthis1894 7 лет назад +3

    Thank you Tony Alva!! Your the man!!

    • @vans
      @vans  7 лет назад

      Thanks for the support, Obi Tezo! If you love this episode, check out the full playlist of 'Pass the Bucket' here: bit.ly/2bO0EfG

  • @luap1100
    @luap1100 4 года назад

    Wow. Always an idol for me growing up in Ontario Canada. Waiting for Skateboarder Magazine to arrive and see the latest pics of Tony and the Z Boyz. I've been off work with a broken collar bone (non skating incident) and had time to watch some of the old footage and interviews from Stacey Peralta. So heartfelt are these interviews, it seems out of place to see these heroes be so open, but also feeling a connection of an era that so many can identify with. It has taken me back to some amazing times. Amazingly moving footage. Way to keep an era alive guys!!

  • @hoisetheprotector7847
    @hoisetheprotector7847 7 лет назад +2

    Respect, brother Tony!

  • @mandodrops6890
    @mandodrops6890 2 года назад +1

    T.A. got that good spirit flow....yea brudda,the spirit path is the only one that truly satisfies the soul🙏🏼

  • @scotthill5968
    @scotthill5968 9 месяцев назад

    We love you Tony. Keep pushing!!!!

  • @JB-rt4mx
    @JB-rt4mx Год назад +2

    Well Done TONY !!

  • @silvanagomez7693
    @silvanagomez7693 5 лет назад +2

    LOVE IT

  • @OGPAPERBOY77
    @OGPAPERBOY77 Месяц назад

    Much love n respect ❤

  • @heyhocodyo01
    @heyhocodyo01 3 года назад

    OG of skating right there boys

  • @shaylacr4426
    @shaylacr4426 7 лет назад +2

    True legend👊🏻

    • @vans
      @vans  7 лет назад

      Couldn't agree more Shayla! Tony Alva is incredibly skilled. Check out some more from this series "Pass the Bucket" here: bit.ly/2q4sv22

  • @bookbm
    @bookbm 2 года назад +1

    I wish I had found this video earlier

  • @adilsonjr5705
    @adilsonjr5705 4 года назад +1

    Un ídolo total. Todo el respecto del mundo!!!

  • @anthonygross3876
    @anthonygross3876 4 года назад

    Thank you

  • @orlandopacheco1359
    @orlandopacheco1359 6 лет назад +2

    Respect ....... !!!!

  • @miklom41
    @miklom41 6 лет назад +1

    Awesome !

  • @fernandomaron87
    @fernandomaron87 4 года назад +1

    T.A. was dropping some knowledge here.

  • @damiandevine1643
    @damiandevine1643 4 месяца назад

    Amazing ❤

  • @J4060
    @J4060 5 лет назад +1

    Ride on!

  • @dimasarayan2327
    @dimasarayan2327 4 года назад

    You are called by GOD TONY,GOD BLEZ YOU A MILLION FOLDS

  • @felippeboulderdash8453
    @felippeboulderdash8453 4 года назад

    thank you for this !!!

  • @salvaged_title
    @salvaged_title 4 года назад

    Beautiful! 👍 ☑️

  • @Detraheret
    @Detraheret 6 лет назад +1

    Nice one TA :)

  • @andresvillegas9738
    @andresvillegas9738 4 года назад

    Yeah Tony!

  • @EarthtonesCymbals
    @EarthtonesCymbals 5 лет назад +1

    Nice T.A.

  • @jakestanotopolis4018
    @jakestanotopolis4018 7 лет назад +1

    I would love to get sponsored by Vans

  • @12StringLegado
    @12StringLegado 9 лет назад +2

    so sick

  • @Largepro21
    @Largepro21 3 года назад

    🌴

  • @trustgsheets7269
    @trustgsheets7269 4 года назад

    No more hand plants

  • @ur_local_vans_modelken3315
    @ur_local_vans_modelken3315 3 года назад +1

    I saw a guy that looked just like tony the other day same hair beard and flip flops and a surf skate board and I though yo is that tony Alva but it wasn’t

  • @TheArts19
    @TheArts19 4 года назад

    rad. attitude is gone? radical

  • @MetalPatriot17
    @MetalPatriot17 7 лет назад +1

    perma cool

  • @jmtexperiment41
    @jmtexperiment41 7 лет назад +7

    Man... Tony treated people like sh*t his whole life! Ego, ego... EGO! Now he's preaching? Yes, he's a legend and ground breaking icon. But c'mon now!

    • @jontyfrench1099
      @jontyfrench1099 7 лет назад +2

      JMT Experiment well said, he has regret etched in his face a sadness.But it's never to late, although you shouldn't need God for that.You are what you do, peace!

  • @americangothic1313
    @americangothic1313 3 года назад

    Skatepark?

  • @mytorment
    @mytorment 10 месяцев назад

    I want an Awa skate bag 😅 i keep a plastic black sack on me in case it rains out

    • @mytorment
      @mytorment 10 месяцев назад

      Homies be mockin my sack

  • @Trev612
    @Trev612 4 года назад

    Is that the dream plant you put under your pillow is that why you say it's connected to God

  • @Kennethrandallross
    @Kennethrandallross 4 года назад

    Promotional bullshit. Come on TA

  • @neurocytohemotoxic
    @neurocytohemotoxic 6 лет назад +1

    I had to call it quits when he started spewing religious BS.

  • @RideHaste
    @RideHaste Год назад

    Wow godskate.
    Well....
    I'm an old skater who was a homeless teen raised in a jesus cult so I think I have some experience with this vibe....
    My main takeaways from this was "Dont do drugs do god" and "the spirit of the hood is corrupt and weak; it needs enlightenment.
    This made me sad cos I find this is weak reasoning....
    Yes, smoking is a lifestyle choice, and so is God, both are pushed onto the working classes by corporates, who charge handsomely for both
    The anti drug argument is really a corparate conformity argument which conflates public health with personal responsibility and adds a touch of godfear for good measure
    Blunts save more lives than preachers ever have
    Spirit is made thru things like education and skateboarding
    Not corporate giveaways and wondering about philosophy or theology
    If the hood needs anything it's free access to university, health care, and sports
    Not the elites "giving back"
    Jesus, I was only here cos I wanted to see the Agression Fish deck ridden 😂
    Don't think I'll buy one now 😂😂😂😂