Action Sports Photos- Dec 2010

Skateboarding!  The camera came out again today to capture some sports action shots which include some great skateboarding scenes in the pipe and more. I am adding to this blog before the year 2010 ends. It is good to see that the rain eased up a bit also.

"Two in the Pipe"

The Pipe- These action shots were taken in the pipe near the end of the day when the lighting was a little less than ideal.

 Canon EOS 7D, 50mm focal length, 1/2000 sec,  f2.0, ISO 800, no flash

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"Solo in the Pipe"

 Canon EOS 7D, 50mm focal length, 1/2000 sec,  f2.0, ISO 800, no flash

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The BMX Riders were also out today along with the skateboarders. It was not uncommon to see someone on a board and then later on a bike. It was impressive to see the enthusiasm, skill, and energy levels all combined, and the notable encouragement from many parents, supporters and friends that were present.

 

                                                                     

                                                                "Lone Rider"

Canon EOS 7D, 50mm focal length, 1/500 sec,  f6.3, ISO 100, no flash

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Silhouette of a young boarder taking on the pipe near the end of the day before the sun set. On the other end of the tunnel just above the railing were the cheering and encouraging (most likely family) supporters. The last of the sunlight peering through the tunnel made for a good contrast with the natural shadows.

                                                           "Solo Boarder"

Canon EOS 7D, 50mm focal length, 1/8000 sec,  f1.8, ISO 100, no flash

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"Justin having fun on his BMX bike"

Wow!  What more can I say? This was one of the BMX riders that stood out from the rest at Lake Cunningham Regional Skate Park in San Jose, CA when shooting for the day. The park, at 68,000 square feet also features the world's largest cradle, tallest vert wall, and largest full pipe and has the attention of many enthusiasts and professionals enjoying their moment on the course. There was never a dull moment when photographing Justin and his friends. These two images capture just two of the memorable ones on camera.

Canon EOS 7D, 65mm focal length, 1/500 sec,  f9.0, ISO 200, no flash

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"Justin getting some air"

Getting some air off the ramp-  This second photograph illustrates the air Justin catches after accelerating at high speed off the ramp. It takes experience, passion, confidence, and guts to champion and conquer this course. When photographing Justin I see all of these attributes. Some of his rallying supporters were behind him and present also which was nice to see.

Canon EOS 7D, 18mm focal length, 1/500 sec,  f5.6, ISO 100, no flash

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