CURREN CAPLES

IT’S A BIRD. IT’S A PLANE. NO, THAT’S VENTURA, CALIFORNIA’S RESIDENT PRO, CURREN CAPLES, WHO JUST FLEW BY YOUR HEAD.

He is the small beach town’s skateboarding claim to fame, and without him the ‘burb might fall into the sea. The quiet, dapper, street technician, with his deadpan sense of humor, is also the glue that holds the van together on Anti-Hero and Vans trips. His unique mix of tranny skills and switch street prowess made him an obvious choice for inclusion on the Stage 4 collaborative shoe. His insight and input proved to be invaluable in the design of one of the most groundbreaking Vans shoes ever, just as his presence on any skate mission instantly improves the session.

INTERVIEW

WHAT’S THE BEST TRIP YOU’VE EVER BEEN ON?

Hard to say. It might even be the one with Flip to Scandinavia, but China was cool too. I think maybe every trip I go on is going to become a favorite.

FAVORITE VANS RIDER?

Geoff Rowley, the best street skater ever.

WHAT TRICK CAN’T YOU DO THAT YOU WISH YOU COULD?

Front blunts down something -- that trick terrifies me!

WHAT ARE SOME INTERESTS/ HOBBIES OUTSIDE OF SKATING?

Surfing, taking photos and videos, Call of Duty.

LAST GOOD BOOK YOU READ?

The Outsiders, because school made me, but it was good. I also watched the movie.