Speed, Power & Skateboarding: Anthony Van Engelen | Epicly Later'd

[@WorldGoneMad1312]

This is the vice I’m fuqin talking about

[@hillpunk92]

vice is lucky to have epicly laterd not the other way around...

[@everykneeshallbow4047]

@@hillpunk92Fuck Vice, epicly laterd rocks with or without gay ass Vice

[@lestermitchell4368]

Champagne vice

[@chrisjr1247]

Shoutout to Patrick!

[@haggard1378]

No kidding

[@s-ash-a]

This is by far THE best episode of Epicly Later'd. Coming up during the late 90's/early 2000's skate era was truly magical and I remember receiving the Photosynthesis VHS through a subscription to SLAP mag. I must have worn that video out because I don't know how many times I've watched it back to back, especially AVE's part and the Habitat section. AVE was one of the skater I looked up to because of his powerful, fast skating, along with Donny Barley and John Rattray. So glad to see him doing well and still shredding. God bless you AVE, I hope you keep it going as long as you're able to. I still watch your parts non-stop, and wish I could turn back the time to relive that era once again.

[@zeustrys2710]

Yes I'm sure it was a lot of work finding the relative clips to put in the background and not just clips of other people talking about the star and memories of them they shared together but instead this a great story and really puts you in the shoes of them all, obviously a legendary skater but most Epicly later'd i have watched for 10 15 min and click off, this one brought out emotions I didnt know i had or needed and i just got done skating but i want to go back out and explore now after having watched this and saving it to my playlist. Best by far

[@zeustrys2710]

music production in this one is really a + 2

[@Dan-fy3vp]

There was no better feeling than waking up on a Saturday morning, getting gassed up on skate videos, and going out to ride with the boys. Only thing that's come close for me is playing music.

[@MeisterburgerBurgermeister]

@@Dan-fy3vpEarly 2000s for me. Born in 88

[@Dan-fy3vp]

@@MeisterburgerBurgermeister I'm '89

[@RobJD]

"This is what we're gonna do." Hell yeah

[@jdavis180]

hell yeah is right

[@cameronsk838]

so powerful

[@HTRism]

Heath saying that AVE scared him. That’s the best compliment.

[@gabozun]

This show is made by gay ppl so I can't watch due I do not support home sexuality if you find it interesting you may be gay lol this is not about skateboarding this is about a dudes private life. I am just bringing awareness to the community it's all I'm not trying to offend anyone we are all different but being family oriented is what we need in this nation I strongly believe any ways I'm out of here.

[@Norffy95]

The cut of Dylan talking about AVE was everything to me, love you Dylan 🖤🖤🖤

[@ronniecreager2585]

Mad overrated

[@BurtGummerrr]

​@@ronniecreager2585Is this the real Ronnie Creager or are you just weird enough to use his name? No skater on earth with a functioning brain could watch his Gravis video and have the word underrated come to mind🤡

[@BurtGummerrr]

Dylan has an Epicly Later'd episode.

[@juvedoo99]

@@ronniecreager2585You’re trippin. Single handedly influenced a whole generation. Might not like him, but dude was pivotal.

[@savoir3731]

In 2024 Dylan sounds just gay and uncomfortable. On the other hand realness being yourself its the key. Ave hands down goat

[@johnny8030]

“You read about it, I live IT” 💪😂

[@logang6583]

Yo that was fucking hilarious 🤣

[@Jostein667]

powerful!

[@MrDodgerdave]

mic drop

[@alexmcphedran1091]

That was crazy 😂

[@anotebgmot8793]

They don't even know 😄

[@angelrosales8230]

It made smile that you included Dylan in this episode - may he rest in peace ❤. AVE, your dedication inspires us all. Thank you for everything you do, both on and off the board!

[@kevinjenkins6986]

Dylan was a very pretty dude

[@Markcurb]

So inspiring, SOTY at 36 while I’m here 28 complaining that I can’t do it no more I need to put in the work like him. I’m so motivated to skate this weekend.

[@MayoSwell]

Love AVE no disrespect but dunno about him getting SOTY that year

[@sean78745]

​@@MayoSwellhe won it in 2015, at 36 I believe

[@OPTIKPRODUCTIONS]

This is one of the best episodes of Epicly Later'd. Period. This got really real. I'm 51 years old and have been skating since I was 12. I still skate as much as I can to this day. I had many good years skating and was sponsored a couple times but I knew it was never something I could make a living from. I've known sponsored and pro skaters since I started skating, and have been around the industry for decades. I even had my own company for ten years. I've seen what skating can do to people. It eats some people up and spits them out, while other people can ride the wave forever. I have massive respect for those who dedicate their lives to this thing that we love, and who don't quit. I have always worried about the skaters who don't seem to have anything else. You have to find that balance between skating and everything else. I hope Anthony finds that.

[@fsfsfs69]

absolutely wise comment! I can relate so much to it!

[@chrisfyb]

Enough to make a grown man cry, damn. Epicly Later'd forever!

[@anthonydandrea270]

Wow, I’m in tears oddly enough watching this because I’ve had the same struggles for a long time. I’m in my thirties and this is the first time I’m actively seeking help and have decided I can’t do this alone anymore. If anyone else is going through this, you’re not alone but u need strength that can only be found in others. Seeking answers outside of our own solitary pride and ego and trying to understand that it’s okay to need help and to get it

[@iansteward4708]

Im with you man. Not a skater (into Moto) but have spent my adult life (41 now) hooked on pills/H/Suboxone and cant get free from it no matter how bad i want it or how many rehabs i go to. Hope you work through it.

[@psychic_records]

i got sober at 33 im 40 now. never looking back. it only gets better. stay with it brother it's worth it 💪

[@bradpnw1897]

God bless you. 20 year heroin addict with almost a year and a half off heroin now. Incredibly tough but beyond worth it. And women actually talk to me now instead of trying to avoid me 🙏

[@matthewjames206]

One day at a time, my friend. One day at a time 👍👍

[@mateometalworks-lq9cu]

Keep going my man. You're stronger than you know 👊🏼

[@lowkeyk336s9]

I met AVE at The DC Video premiere in Sydney - I was standing at the bar next to the VIP section when all the team riders started coming in.. It was super busy so they paused for a bit and AVE ended up standing right in front of me.. The dude next to me started fanning out for a bit and when it was time, he turned to keep going but it was still too crowded to move.. He glanced over and I held my beer up - we clinked bottles as the crowd cleared and he made his way through.. Funny thing was, we spotted each other at the after party - just clinked beers again, had a laugh and a nod and kept going - no words needed 😄

[@zackwinn9393]

He’s definitely intimidating haha, I went up to him at our local park and told him his bunt episode was sick. He gave me knuckles and asked for my name, he is super cool .

[@savoir3731]

So he is scary, but just at his very cover. You can see that this guy just lived his live

[@thereinventionofericleeburch]

No doubt about it, this is the best Epicly Later'd episode to date! AVE's always been so gnarly, but also was like an enigma in the eyes of the skate media. But to hear his whole story, the trials, tribulations and fucking hard fought victories.... and to see where he's at now. Good job!

[@reed_reed]

Skateboarding stories like this hit me like a concrete pipe slam to the face. So good.

[@reginaldkillington41]

Watching epiclylater'd since it first came out its the most powerful documentary work dealing with addiction and sobriety out there, truly powerful stuff

[@wacksilson64]

This might be the first time ive heard ben kadows voice

[@ronniecreager2585]

I’ll watch just for that.

[@AlexWitkowski]

I was just thinking that haha. heavy east coast accent

[@Slopdive]

I’m Ben and I have Alzheimer’s disease

[@seiganatriwan831]

Ahahahah😂same

[@भूत-ठ1स]

Skateboarding is the ultimate challenge

[@markusortiz5607]

Just got out of ankle surgery the other day this cured my post op pain shout out AVE

[@juvedoo99]

Popp’s with the wolf of wall street fit

[@kevindenley9292]

😂😂😂😂By far my favorite cameo. That Barcelona story was insane!

[@BurtGummerrr]

And the grey skin+ pick marks combo.

[@savoir3731]

XD

[@stopfronting1976]

What’s pops doing now? Funeral director? Stock trader?

[@gronos1]

@@BurtGummerrrWeirdo

[@marcosluna7792]

This is the Vice I used to love - great video, love from the East coast!

[@neeramuth3789]

“This is what we’re gonna do”…. That part sent some serious chills down my spine. I literally cheered out loud when AVE said it. Keep this sentiment in mind when doing what you love folks

[@aaronsc231]

I’ve spent most of my life skateboarding. He and Dill were part of the elite during those late 90s and some of my favorites. I had no idea about all of this. It was suspected from Dill but I didn’t know anything about AVEs struggles. I’m so glad he decided to share his story. He’s still one of my all time favorites and the main reason my switch crooked is one of my go to weapons. Between him and Andrew Reynolds, Erik Ellington and others all getting sober and still skating to this day is so fucking awesome and inspiring.

[@alexchechs]

Great work Patrick. This by far is one of my favorite episodes you've done.

[@GeoR5shooter]

I had the same realization when I was doing pain pills for 11 years. Nothing happened I just woke up and looked in the mirror and was over it. Haven’t been high since

[@jonathanfryer9497]

Good for you man!

[@GeoR5shooter]

@@jonathanfryer9497 hell yeah appreciate it

[@iansteward4708]

Man how did you do it though? Been on/off pills/H/Suboxone all my adult life (41 now) and cant get past that "feeling". Stuck on subs now and no matter how bad i want it, i cant walk away from it. Good for you but damn, i cant seem to let go.

[@GeoR5shooter]

@@iansteward4708 I was on methadone for like 3 years. I was dosing down when I stopped. I was at like 35mg and just started going every other day. Once I did that the clinic would not dose me down cause I was compliant. But I had a real drug counselor that told me to keep doing what I’m doing. He told me methadone/suboxone is a trap. It’s away for everyone to make money and keep you coming back. So I just quit and dealt with the sickness. It took 3-4 weeks of the worst sickness I’ve been through but at the end it’s worth it. Just keep fighting brother. Your not alone

[@tvsavery666]

​@@iansteward4708you will if you keep at it. You have to want it. All of the money you've been wasting, every chance you could have gotten caught, and went to jail, the stress behind it. The overdoses. I was so sick of being sick. I would take a pill and cry. Waking up every morning going through withdrawals. That's when you won't want them anymore

[@MrShadez810]

In my experience, skateboarding is that perfect little feeling that everybody needs at one point in their life. Whether you’re crap at it, get really good at it, end up doing it as a career or just moving on to being a respectful spectator. It still holds a special place in all of us. All of us separated by thousands of miles, taste in music, moral compass, fashion style, political opinions, age, financial class, literally anything and everything separates us all but we all have this thing that we held on to and gives us joy and also unites all of us. For all the crap we’ve all put up with from people outside of the circle, it’s nice to feel such a sense of undying community in a sport that’s designed to be done solo. Love to all the skateboard family! 👊

[@530TIMES]

Wow, this is exactly what skateboarding needed. This hit super hard emotionally, love it!!

[@PerryLevy]

So glad that Epicly Later'd has new videos. Thank you Patrick!

[@Lonr18888]

I remember skating with the homie years ago @ LA High one day & some of the FA team where there skating including AVE & it tripped me out to see them all skating there having a normal sesh. I’ll never forget that day…

[@supamahyo5161]

This is easily Top 3 Epicly Later'd eps!

[@MarcMarmeto1995]

Ever since the Guy Mariano and Dylan Rieder episode I’ve been waiting for Patrick to do one on AVE! After hearing Patrick’s introduction I can understand why I took so long, and makes sense. I’m just excited we finally got one!

[@jhf1019]

I’m seven days sober, you have no idea how much I needed this!

[@BR44-x1d]

You got this bro!!

[@gmanzano89gm]

Keep going man 21 months sober and life gets better if you do the work.

[@PiYodTong]

Don't you go get high! Keep it mid. Lol

[@dennis_3301]

Great surname. In Dutch it means ‘of the Angels’

[@appelflapdrol]

✨ 🇳🇱 ✨

[@Chrismith]

From me, a random kid in KY at the workshop time: I was so hyped on workshop and loved it through that whole peak era.

[@AntonioPerez-vt8kt]

every single epicly later'd is fantastic... Patrick has curated probably the best set of Skateboarders to feature in his documentaries. The Documentaries themselves are just incredibly well put together... Cheers to them for knocking it out of the park yet again.

[@dingleberries1517]

I've been watching epicly later'd for over a decade and this episode is easily my favorite. Shout out to Ave, what an absolute legend!

[@Dudeface-zm5jb]

Epicly latered is the best

[@oceanlondonxx]

GOD BLESS YOU AVE!!!! I loved his story and it really deep down resonated with me because I've personally been sober for a little over a year now and I did it for the sake of my kids.. I realized that drinking for me was my way to cover up the traumatic experiences and emotions that I had buried deep within myself not realizing that all of these years I was only running from myself this whole entire time.. My 3 amazing kids gave me the motivation to kick it because they deserve at least one sober parent, their mother drinks like a damn fish and it's not okay for both of us waking up hungover and not able to tend to the kids.. Other than that I grew up skateboarding and it's my first love and the DC Video was the first time AVE got on my radar, it was one of the sickest parts I've ever seen of someone doing soo many switch tricks on stuff as a kid!! I can't skate anymore because I have a bad leg so I tend to get my fill now from watching these Epicly Later'd episodes and Thrashers Channel to keep up with the skate news like when I read Transworld Mags to see who did what when I was a teenager.. Anyways thank you VICE for Epicly Later'd & all of these amazing documentaries of our favorite skaters!!! A.V.E. I hope you see this one day brother because you're truly a Legend & an inspiration to me since The DC Video & even now as I'm almost 32!!! 🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿💯💯💯💯

[@THCfunkmuster]

Amazing episode!!

[@daxkenny3744]

Thanks Patrick for blessing the whole skate world with this amazing documentary 🙏

[@holc123]

vice is lucky to have Epicly Later'd. This is really good stuff.

[@mc540flip]

I met Anthony in 2008 or ‘09 in Albuquerque, he was very nice. I have more respect for him now knowing what he’s been through and coming out clean, sober, and stronger. Definitely one of my favorites. Good style, good tricks, still ripping!

[@THEDJBREEZE]

So happy this series is back

[@skumsters2323]

bring them back, sweet memories love from Rotterdamn nl

[@wesdaaawg]

Damn this was a good one. So sick and inspirational. The gnarly skating, the substance abuse to sobriety…just an epic life that we can all learn some valuable lessons from. Super admirable.

[@BabyDaylinerNYC]

dude's durability is insane. hats off

[@paulblankenship1146]

Side note, when kalis 360 flipped the trash can, the 4 people on the ledge are my friend Greg, Jim and i with Ryan Gee i believe taking the picture that would end up on Kalis first pro shoebox art for dc. That was such a fun day, I'll never forget it, also AVE and some of the 23 crew came to an indoor park in nj a very long time ago. Ave was doing switch 360 flips on a steep ass bank with cornrows . Another memory I'll never forget.

[@fraser_byrne]

Love how this series keeps evolving.

[@oghash4912]

Inspired💚💪 having a horrible day but this uplifted me🙏

[@juiceboxforyou]

Insane! Ave is the absolute best of the best

[@emmanuelkarageorgos6025]

Dude is a beast great episode. As a skater in my late 40s it's amazing to see the level he still rides at, very inspiring

[@jeffspicoli2643]

Nailed it VICE. AWESOME. We Need more of these!

[@AtilioEscobar]

Couldn't of picked a better ending musical track. Powerful.

[@vincentobcemea7533]

Mind field is a dope video. Combining classics and technical skating. Love it.

[@MrDodgerdave]

man...... ive always loved AVEs sk8ing but this really showed what that man is about! as someone who battles alcoholism im gonna take a piece of this for me.

[@skateoldies]

Anthony is the truth. The honesty and candor in this is wonderful. Great piece Patrick. 🎉

[@jhbarlow]

I don’t skate - but I’ve watched every episode of epicaly later’d - the best documentary series I’ve ever seen.

[@Thor-Orion]

Skating is one of those great metaphors for life. I’m not a skateboarder, I grew up in combat sports, but I’ve always dug skateboarding as an outsider, the idea of failing a million times just to land it once is very metaphorical for life.

[@staybuggin4709]

gave me the chills. respect to Ave. thanks for being an example

[@whostk]

the lynx is one of the most iconic silhouettes in skateboarding, so dope

[@stalwartzero7001]

Wenning tried to buy them back from me one time 😂

[@notfarfromgone1]

skateboarding is truth. gratitude. so much love. peace

[@danthegeetarman]

Amazing. Such a great episode

[@marsatlov6858]

That was a great episode. Happy this happened thanks very much AVE and the Epicly Later’d team

[@williamrafter2312]

Probably the best switch tre in the game

[@Alexander-GER-IT-SA]

The best episode ever! So deep and strong. Such a good period in skateboard history.

[@Betteryouthenme]

Man when I was younger, I rode my boards till the wheel fell off , I started drinking then doing drugs , I started getting bad real bad , I ventured off riding my board with the same group of guys that did what I did , then one day I left my board in a friends car , he was like here Bro , here is your board , I said naw you keep it “ it was a Eric Dressen from Dogtown” I knew right then and there I would never ride again cause my addiction got me bad , as I got older I still keep up with skateboarding , and at times I’m in tears cause when I rode my board I can honestly say that was the only time I felt FREE🙏🏽💪🏽💯

[@rzadigi]

Wth you doing? Get back on a board and start skating again. Life is too short to not do what you love ❤

[@Killerwins88]

Loved this episode! Legend. I remember watching the DC video to get stoked to go skate, and this dudes part was insane

[@beyondboards8830]

Absolutely amazing episode. Congrats and thank you so much for your work Patrick ❤

[@rzadigi]

I was never an AVE fan until now. I had no idea how much energy and effort he’s put into skating. Guys like this are what make skating so rad 🙏❤️

[@solongyouth]

Really great episode, one of the best; well done Patrick O'Dell. I could watch this show forever.

[@kylesaxon2020]

Love his skating and his persona. Just genuine

[@rivercityblues]

Such an inspiration! His skating inspires me to keep rolling at 48. All Hail AVE!!

[@TatterD]

Really appreciate this series. Preserving these stories for posterity, celebrating the skaters who were riding so hard for fun and fellowship, long before the real money came into the sport. Fantastic... and even some life lessons imparted without judgement or preaching...

[@BenJonesVideographer]

31 mins ago is wild. Can't wait to get from work to watch this

[@nekro9t2]

great episode. AVE was after my time, I was a late 80s to mid-90s skater but really enjoyed this.

[@christhew4129]

That was incredible! Thankyou !

[@13Havoc]

one of the best most informative videos in a while, wish this got more attention or popped on my feed sooner

[@Botched_toes]

this is why i LOVE skateboarding. people you dont even know personally, you can relate to them so much. its weird how a lot of skaters have lived a similar life.

[@scottishinglish331]

Thanks so much Patrick for getting AVE. This was an epic epicly later’d! AVE you’re a fucking GOAT. To do all that you’ve done and all you went through. Thank you.

[@anthonygarcia3531]

Best epicly later'd I have seen yet

[@Parmejohn_]

Been waiting for this one

[@sneakyscammer1117]

It was only a matter of time🥳

[@nottelling3429]

One of the best of this series for sure.

[@CollinGill7]

2:42 i lost it when patrick almost slammed on the throwdown right after talking about slamming

[@closaibarra]

The inspiration I have gotten from this is impenetrable. I am a blue collar working man 3 kids and I still carry my skateboard wherever I go. Hoping to get a least a few minutes on that thing doesn’t matter how long. As long as my feet are on it everything is okay. ❤️

[@Hartwell10]

that part with Dylan talking about AVE freaking out was amazing.

[@GianniGaudino]

Just wow. I grew up watching Epicly Latered - Who would’ve thunk i’d have the opportunity to watch a legend like this get his flowers all these years later. The Kelly Slater of Skating.

[@chrisbarton1195]

I was at the DC video premier in NYC (I think it was at Roseland Ballroom) and I sat in the back alone because I felt like I wasn't cool or something and I remember AVE and Dill came and sat with me and chopped it up with me and made me feel part of it. I'll never forget it.

[@extraniceness]

I was at that too! And yes it was at Roseland. I sat a few rows back from the very front and when I turned around at the end I saw the ONE and ONLY DANNY WAY was sitting right effing behind me! 🤯

[@zackmccurdy8144]

Cheers to all involved in this one. RIP Dylan. This one was moving. And to hear Dill speak about his crack use so openly is humbling. I speak about that around some of my people sometimes and they just don’t understand. We’ve all been to places that we shouldn’t have ever been but to experience those things and persevere on the other side is a beautiful thing. God bless all these gentlemen and God bless skateboarding. This was truly a great episode 🙏🤙

[@danielgrudzinski9806]

Patrick skates soo well. Long long time fan. Great to see it

[@Culture_Conservationist]

Great episode. AVE skated for my local shop, STYX growing up. It was where i hung out constantly and we'd hear lots of stories about him all the time.

[@miked8075]

AVE is a legend, and all The dudes skating up into their late 40s is so inspiring 🫡👏

[@agitabelahakiki8302]

BEST EPISODE SO FAR! LOVE IT!

[@officialPURPLEGREEN]

Please, for the love of life, NEVER STOP DOING THESE VIDEOS!!

[@FredMortagne]

So cool and inspirational! Another great great great episode. Great AVE story. Big up Patrick O'Dell.

[@patinom82]

Deep deep stuff, fantastic video

[@stg2lgcy00]

Wow this hit me harder than I ever would have thought...

[@chrisbarnett3662]

Glad Vice and Patrick are still putting this stuff out. Best thing out of Vice imo.

[@zerosk8er453s]

Great educational video on most things we didn't know which makes our legends more relatable and bravo on the story telling. Mad love fore AVE and this docu series

[@starcloudatlas]

So sick. Thank you so much for uploading!!! You made my day!

[@pabloenrikay]

this was beautiful. thank you. thank you ave.

[@wegothefunk]

That clip of Dylan talking about him is gold.

[@FrankFlatOut]

Patrick you’ve done it again. Please keep producing these 🙏