from derek mastay on 1 Sep 2024
Welcome to the 2023 Mile High Battlewhere the streets are alive, the skates are sharp, and the tricks are nothing short of legendary. As the longest-running street contest in aggressive inline skating, this event is more than just a competition; it’s a celebration of the art, the culture, and the sheer audacity that defines our sport.This edit isn’t your run-of-the-mill sports montage. I’m bringing my skills as a professional cinematographer to the table, crafting a visual experience that blurs the lines between sport and art. Expect the unexpecteddynamic angles, dramatic lighting, and a narrative flow that takes you beyond the grind and into the very heart of the battle.Now, let’s address the elephant in the room: yes, this edit is a year late. But when you’re juggling child support court, work obligations, and life in general, sometimes the skates have to take a back seat. But trust me, the wait will be worth it. Ive poured every free moment, every ounce of passion, and a healthy dose of late-night caffeine into making sure this edit not only lives up to the hype but surpasses it.So sit back, relax, and prepare to dive into the 2023 Mile High Battlea year in the making, but a lifetime in the memory.Keywords: aggressive inline skating, Mile High Battle, street contest, cinematography, non-traditional sports edit, professional editing, delayed project, work-life balance, skating culture, artistic approachSkaters that competed in the Mile High Battle 23 Jeff DumasJoey ChaseChris BurlingameMick CasalsGil GarciaTom AnicilleriJayquan OwenTy GonzalesBrandon BobadillaLuke NaylorCharlie NeouEli LegateAdam BazydloAndrew KramerDennis IllingsworthSean ScaygillAlex O’BrienJarod BanningCasey DiazMax OlantJon AiresNick RelegginoDJ Black CatColin CarrZach RaileyChaz HackAustin HendricksTK.
