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Story & Photos // Tucker Zink November 4, 2026 Last week, I had the opportunity to travel to LA for a Vans Winter Premiere Partnership event. This type of event was new to me, as most of my shop trips take me to the mountains at the end of each winter season. There wasn’t much detail given on what to expect, but despite a whirlwind travel itinerary, I couldn’t pass up the opportunity. So, I jumped...