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Skateboarding legend and acclaimed photographer Arto Saari joins The Plug w/ Justin Jay to share his journey from professional skateboarding to capturing the essence of the North Shore in his new photobook Bike Path. Arto opens up about the grind of skateboarding, earning respect in tight-knit communities, surviving injuries, and documenting everyday life through photography. From Flip Skateboards to the North Shore’s hidden moments, this episode dives deep into skate culture, photography insights, and the intersection of surfing and skateboarding.

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0:00 – Intro: Arto Saari on Skateboarding & Photography
0:27 – Bike Path: New Photo Book Release
1:22 – Moving to the US & Language Challenges
2:20 – Skateboarding as a Universal Language
5:08 – Skateboarding Community & Belonging
7:07 – Skaters vs Surfers: Competition & Camaraderie
10:22 – Importance of Skate Teams & Sponsorship
13:07 – Skateboarding Industry Today & Social Media Impact
16:59 – Life After Skateboarding: Career & Creativity
20:48 – Surfing, Diving & Adrenaline Addiction
24:13 – North Shore Photography: Trust & Access
32:37 – North Shore Culture & Social Media Changes
41:00 – Skateboarding Evolution & Surf Influence

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