Redbull honored the life and wakeboarding career of two-time X Games Gold Medalist Parks Bonifay last weekend at “Redbull Toasted,” a celebrity, friends and family fete hosted by ESPN Sports Commentator Sal Masekela, with roasting relief dished-out by comedians Dan Levy and Tammy Pescatelli.
Held at the Hard Rock Live Orlando where Bonifay’s biopic premiered earlier, the tribute drew luminaries from across the action sports universe, including X Games Skateboarding Champion and MTV showman Ryan Scheckler, freestyle MX legend Ronnie Renner, and wakeboarding icons Shaun Murray, Zane Schwenk and Adam Errington.
Hecklers and adorers—famous, not-so-famous and infamous—were treated to hours of highlights and lowlights in the Bonifay treasure trove of memories, from his beginnings as the youngest-ever water skier in history to his unprecedented wakeboarding win as a 14-year-old competitor at X Games III and dominance in the sport through the modern era. Travis Pastrana joined the crowd of 2,000-some-odd attendees via video chat, with backhanded well-wishes for his Nytro Circus comrade. “I think everyone was bent over in laughter with tears running down his or her face multiple times during the night,” says Aaron Grace, SPY Wakeboarding Segment Manger.
The event is going to be aired on Fuel TV. Stand by for air dates.
SPY+’s Pro Surfer Alana Blanchard on “The Daily Habit” Wednesday, Feb. 16 at 11:30pm ET/PT
Airing Wednesday, February 16 at 11:30 pm ET/PT and telecast several additional times, we sit down with smoking hot pro surfer Alana Blanchardto catch up on bikinis and her upcoming return to the WCT. Plus, we welcome FMX bad boy from VH1’s “The X Life,” Jeremy “Twitch” Stenberg. Twitch reveals why he left the Metal Mulisha and pays tribute to his good friend, Jeremy Lusk, on the second anniversary of his passing. Joining Twitch on panel is Miss California USA 2010, Nicole Johnson and special TDH Correspondent, Amy Paffrath.
The panel talks hard guys with soft tats, children driving motorcycles and fat pageant moms. Also, we sit down with smoking hot pro surfer Alana Blanchard to catch up on bikinis and her upcoming return to the WCT. Plus, today’s chart-topping musical guest Far East Movement hits the Stride Sound Stage with a performance of “Rocketeer.”
“The Daily Habit” is FUEL TV’s first original daily series, telecast weeknights at 11:30pm ET/PT. “The Daily Habit” features the biggest risk-taking athletes and the most influential faces in entertainment and brings them together on one stage to discuss everything from “stuff that matters to guys” to “trends that need to end.” If you ever wondered who the people were that did the things that make you say “holy crap!” … then you should probably watch this show. There’s also a ton of hot chicks, hilarious comedy and the greatest band performances ever. About FUEL TV FUEL TV is the only cable and satellite television network that features the exciting world of adrenaline and thrill-seeking sports and the stories that surround them. This new generation of sports provides a rich landscape of some of the most vibrant and action-packed television entertainment in the world. See why young adrenaline sports fans call FUEL TV the channel they never turn off. FUEL TV, part of FOX Sports Media Group, was launched July 1, 2003 and is seen in more than 30 million U.S. homes. FUEL TV programming is available in more than 50 countries around the world with 24/7 channels operating in Australia and Europe. To subscribe to FUEL TV, call 877-4-FUEL-TV. For program times and other information, visit www.fuel.tv <http://www.fuel.tv> .
“Firsthand: Jeremy McGrath”
Sunday, October 24, 2010, 10:00pm ET/PT
Motocross Legend Jeremy McGrath Stars In FUEL TV’s “Firsthand”
Airing Sunday, October 24, at 10:00pm Eastern Time (7:00pm Pacific Time), and re-airing several more times during the next month, motocross legend Jeremy McGrath stars in FUEL TV’s signature 30-minute series “Firsthand.”
On this episode of “Firsthand” we catch up with seven-time AMA Supercross Champion Jeremy McGrath. Jeremy heads to the Team Honda test track outside Riverside, California to show Ashley Fiolek, X Games Female Motocross Gold Medalist, some riding tips. Then he’s onto Los Angeles to do commentary during Moto X and Motocross Step-Up at Summer X Games.
Next, Jeremy flies to Bark River, Michigan for the fifth stop of the Traxxas TORC Off-Road Championship series, where he has his best weekend of off-road truck racing to date. His hectic schedule doesn’t stop there, however, as he travels to Powder Mountain, Utah to host the second annual Monster Energy Powder Mountain Motocross. Finally, Jeremy jets off to Detroit, where he gets inducted into the Motorsports Hall of Fame of America alongside some of the biggest names motorsports has ever heard of. Joining McGrath in this exciting show are a variety of motocross and motorsports pros and legends including Travis Pastrana, Todd Potter, and Ronnie Renner, and DC Shoes Founder and Rally Car Racer Ken Block.
Jeremy McGrath’s sponsors include: Thor, Honda, DC Shoes, Monster Energy, Spy, Alpinestars.
You can watch Jeremy McGrath’s episode of “Firsthand” on www.fuel.tv <http://www.fuel.tv/> and www.hulu.com <http://www.hulu.com/> several weeks after it airs on FUEL TV. It will also be available to download from iTunes for $1.99.
“Jeremy McGrath’s Firsthand” Air Dates:
Sunday - 10/24/201010:00 PM ET / 7:00 PM PT
Sunday - 10/24/20101:00 AM ET / 10:00 PM PT
Monday - 10/25/20101:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT
Friday - 10/29/2010 12:30 PM ET / 9:30 AM PT
Monday - 11/1/20102:30 PM ET / 11:30 AM PT
(Above) Jeremy wears the Kubrik sunglass. Be sure to check out McGrath’s all new signature Throwback Klutch to be dropping in stores next week!
Olympic Snowboarder Louie Vito and musical guest Fang Island on “The Daily Habit”
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
Airing Tuesday, September 21 at 9:00 pm Eastern Time (6:00 pm Pacific Time), SPY’s Louie Vito and musical guest Fang Island will appear on “The Daily Habit.” For today’s Viewers Pick, we take a second look at someone who had quite an eventful 2009. Olympian, pro snowboarder and dancing sensation Louie Vito is back on The Habit. Vito and his “Dancing with the Stars” partner Chelsea Hightower reveal their secrets for dance floor domination. Plus, our very own Jordan Morris and Renee Renee discover their jobs at FUEL TV are in jeopardy. Knowing the network can only afford one correspondent, the two battle it out at Playstation’s Mod Nation event, where the winner will decide who stays and who goes. Also, today’s musical guest Fang Island delivers their dynamic throwback sound to the Stride Sound Stage.
Photo: Louie wears his spankin’ new 2011 Signature Trevor LV goggle that matches his full setup. Available at a SPY dealer nearest you in October…hmmm tasty.
Get off the couch and tune into FUEL TV tonight at 8pm ET/PT!
SPY’s repeat BROStock champ Danny Harf will be on Fuel TV’s world premiere of BROStock 2010.
For the month of September, SPY is giving away Danny’s oh-so tasty “Double Up” Gear giveaway featuring an all new SPY Lennox sunglass, autographed wakeboard from Ronix, full kit from Fox, Reef sandals and boardshorts, energy drinks from Monster Energy and a Billabong vest. Not a bad setup…
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE—Carlsbad, CA—Tuesday, August 24th, 2010—The SPY family is pleased to congratulate and celebrate SPY’s legendary MC “King of Supercross,” seven-time AMA Supercross Champion Jeremy McGrath as he will be inducted into The Twenty Second Annual Motorsports Hall of Fame of America. MC will accept this honor at The Fillmore in Detroit, Michigan, on Wednesday evening, August 25th 2010.
Jeremy has been an ambassador and a huge part of the SPY brand since 1995 and continues to push SPY to the next level. His vibrant energy, charisma and talent are unmatched and we’re amped to go full throttle for 2011 by celebrating MC’s 11th SPY signature moto goggle.
With the September release of the “Throwback MC11” in the Klutch model, SPY is thrilled to have its favorite son honored in the Motorsports Hall of Fame. Jeremy’s 11th signature goggle features a triple row silicone, black face fleece, green vent covers, a signature MC print on the smoke with green mirror lens and to top it all off includes a free bonus lens! Jeremy’s retro design was inspired by his first SPY MX goggle season that put him on track for fame and for the world to welcome his greatness with open arms.
Jeremy never ceases to amaze us and we are proud to join with him the highest honor Motorsports has to offer.
Stay tuned for full coverage as Fuel TV will be filming his special induction into an episode of FIRST HAND.
Olympic Snowboarder Louie Vito and musical guest Fang Island on “The Daily Habit” Tuesday, May 25, 2010
Airing Tuesday, May 25 at 9:00 pm Eastern Time (6:00 pm Pacific Time) and telecast three additional times, Louie Vito and musical guest Fang Island appear on “The Daily Habit.”
Today’s guest had quite a year: Olympian, pro snowboarder, and dancing sensation Louie Vito is back on The Habit. Plus, Jordan Morris gets some dance tips from Louie Vito and his Dancing with the Stars Partner Chelsea Hightower. Also, today’s musical guest Fang Island delivers a dynamic performance on the Stride Sound Stage.
Louie Vito’s sponsors include: Nike 6.0, Monster Energy, 686, O-Matic, Spy+, Grenade, Vestal, Kicker, Neff, Utility, Mt. High and Sprint.
“The Daily Habit” is FUEL TV’s first original daily series, telecast weeknights at 9:00pm ET (6:00pm PT) while re-airing later in the evening at 12:00am ET (9:00pm PT), and the following weekday at 2:30pm ET (11:30am PT) and 5:30pm ET (2:30pm PT). “The Daily Habit” encompasses the world of the action sports enthusiast, mixing the best in pop culture with today’s top action sports personalities, cutting-edge music, product reviews, and comedy.
“The Daily Habit” with Ben Bourgeois and musical guest Between the Buried and Me – Thursday 5.20.10
Today we’re bringing you another epic Reef Week show; one of Florida’s top surfers, Ben Bourgeois, is here in the studio. Plus, today’s musical guest Between the Buried and Me brings their metal chaos to the Stride Sound Stage. Also, youth group leaders Jordan Morris and Jill Donnelly get lost in the mayhem at the third annual Punk Rock Picnic. Ben Bourgeois’ sponsors include: Reef, SPY+, Placebo, Dakine, Vertra and Sweetwater Surf Shop.
