This one is NOT just another esk8 group ride—this is the Esk8 Squad Renegade Weekend 2018 in Las Vegas. I’m talking about an idea Mike Espinosa tossed out on the Esk8 Builders Forum, and four months later it turned into a full-on desert meetup with riders flying in from everywhere: Canada, Sweden, Germany, Denmark, plus a ton of U.S. states like New York, Florida, Colorado, Washington, and California. The vibe was equal parts ride session, race day, and DIY brainstorm. In the desert we raced, rolled deep as a group, and—my favorite part—swapped ideas that actually push builds forward. This event was stacked with DIY vendors and builders, so it wasn’t just “watch people ride”; it was seeing parts, setups, and concepts in the wild and talking shop with the people behind them. If you’re into electric skateboard DIY, this is the kind of weekend that gives you new inspiration for your next build and reminds you why community rides matter for safety, progression, and just having a good time on boards.