On Saturday, March 28th, at 6:30 p.m., professional, amateur and skateboarding enthusiasts came out to pay their respect to one of Dogtown’s Original Z-Boy Skateboarder Bob Biniak. Bob Biniak passed away on February 25, 2010 from a cardiac arrest. Living legends such as Tony Alva, Christian Hosoi, and our local Venice talent ERIC “TUMA” BRITTON, Bennett Harada, Pat Ngoho, 6 year old Asher Bradshaw, Shane Borland, 7 year old Kiko Francisco, and more shredded the bowl. It was an amazing display of athleticism, agility, strength and a just go for it attitude that was great to watch. The flier that was passed out at the event, read Livin’ the Good life with Bobby B. The short video that was projected on the side of the bowl was called, “Celebrating the Illustrious Life of Bob Biniak. Video was by Mitch Kaufmann and friends. In addition, tributes were made by Bobby’s wife Charlene Capitolo-Biniak, Jeff Ho and Nathan Pratt. This was another community event that Venice Paparazzi was glad to be a part of. Compliments of Venice Paparazzi, get your free digital photos from this gallery.
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BOB BINIAK R.I.P. – Original Z-Boy, Bob “The Bullet” Biniak, suffered a cardiac arrest on Sunday and passed away on February 25, 2010 at 12:51 EST. Biniak charged at everything he did in life, from bombing down hills at 63mph to scaling full pipes in the desert to attacking Dog Bowl pool coping with a passion. Faster than a speeding bullet, Biniak pushed the boundaries of what was possible early on in the formative years of skateboarding. As one of the most competitive skaters of the early ’70s, Biniak left you with no choice but to bring your best to every session. His energy and enthusiasm impacted people all over the world, and he provoked the fun in every moment. For those who had the privilege to share in his company, you will remember how quick he was with a joke and how he kept you smiling even after he left the room. His legacy in this world survives through his wife, Charlene, and daughter, Brie. He’ll be much missed by many. Rest in Peace, Biniak.
If you wish to donate to his daughter, Brianna Biniak’s college fund please paypal to [email protected]. Read more about Bob Biniak at Glen E. Friedman’s blog at:http://idealistpropaganda.blogspot.com/2010/02/bob-bullet-biniak-original-z-boy-bad.html. Juice Magazine interviews with Bob Biniak can be found in issue 66 and athttp://www.juicemagazine.com/dogtownchron-biniak.html andhttp://www.juicemagazine.com/BOBBINIAK-52.html and photos from the local sk8 memorial for Biniakhttp://www.juicemagazine.com/BOBBINIAK-SK8TRIBUTE-2-28-10.html
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