Tag Archives: action sports

Getting sponsored – parts 1, 2 and 3

Posted on January 11, 2014 by Tez Plavenieks

A few months ago I wrote a three part series focusing on extreme sports sponsorship, what it means to be supported, what endorsed athletes are expected to deliver in return and whether it’ actually a viable route for anyone thinking … Continue reading →

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Becoming a professional action sports athlete – is it for me?

Posted on December 17, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

As youngsters we all had our sporting idols we looked up to, wondering if some day we could be just like them. Becoming a pro sportsman or woman is probably something that most of us dream of at some point. … Continue reading →

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Extreme sports sponsorship – what does it mean?

Posted on December 6, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

There are many forms of ‘sponsorship’ within action sports. Riders, however, still get confused with levels of support available. To be fully sponsored is to have your hobby or passion pay its way and give you a career. But there … Continue reading →

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Stoked on windsurfing and SUP?

Posted on August 22, 2013 by Tez Plavenieks

If you’re stoked on windsurfing or froth over stand up paddle boarding, and have missed some of my past mutterings, then check out Exploco. There’s a whole raft of my scribbles all there in one place. For those not aware, Exploco is your … Continue reading →

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