Skateboard

It's a sport as well as a means of transportation. And yet, there is a strong stigma against it. Skateboarding has recently become a serious topic of debate, especially concerning whether or not it safe and beneficial to the community. While some argue skateboarders are dangerous 'punks' who are a danger, others argue that the it is a sport and should not be discriminated against. While there is a stereotype attached to the skaters, I do not believe that it is accurate nor is it valid grounds for

ridiculous speeds: fast cars, to racing bikes, superbikes and skiing all break the bounds of ‘too fast’. However, a group of the longboarding community-a subset of the skateboarding community-seem to disagree. They ride their longboards, long, wide skateboards with big grippy wheels, down mountain roads at speeds between 30mph and 70mph, reaching 80mph at the professional end of the sport. 30mph. “Only 30mph!” you might say, “I can reach 65mph on a good downhill ski run”. Yes, I agree, it does sound a

The Del Mar Nationals In 1975 Bahnes skateboards the leading manufacture for boards and wheels resurrected a competition by assembling the first major skateboarding since the mid 1960's, The Del Mar Nationals. The competitive setup was based on a classic 60's model a plywood ramp with a top coat of urethane was built for slalom racing and a small wooden platform was erected for free style. The z-boys had no idea what to do when they showed up. “it was like a hockey team going figure skating contest”

Dogtown and the Z-boys is a movie that represented the concept of youth subcultures. It expressed social conflicts associated with class, and culture. Although, the Dogtown movement first started off as a surfer subculture. Later, environmental, and historical consequences created the skater subculture. What is seen in this film is a minority group of teenagers from the outskirts of South Santa Monica and Venice beach. The skater subculture in Dogtown was created by the Zephyr club. In which it consisted

Skateboarding is a positive activity because it makes people see beyond established ways despite commercialization. It is not uncommon for skaters and the homeless to interact in public places. Both stick to urban areas that authorities will not kick them out of. It may also have to do with the spatial isolation that both parties feel being forced away from the public eye. (Austin, et al.) Skateboarding is not competitive unlike mainstream sports. There is no need to compete because their aren't

Skateboarding Safety is always a priority when I come to skateboarding. Because one day my brother and I went to the mall. So we can buy me a skateboard from Zumiez after we got to the house. I said “can we go out and skate for a little bit Levi” and he said, “yes we can just let me get my board”. Then when Levi got his board we put the rail outside so we could try new things on it. My friend Ricky came up with his board and he said “can I try a trick on the rail I've been practicing it” so we

Live life to the fullest (Passion and Success) "In order to love life you have to find your passion; you have to find what truly makes you happy and when you find what truly makes you happy you got to chase after it; you got to take those risks. "Passion is a desire to do, or accomplish, or feel love without any barriers." (Passion Project) There are so many hindrances that come our way whenever we are chasing our own passion. However those obstacles will not succeed to stop us from achieving what

You may be wondering as to why I am writing you a letter. Once you receive it, you’ll question it and immediately message me on my phone asking me about it all dumbfoundead. I would then explain and you would respond back with a sense of humor and silliness. That is how well I know you, Jorden. We’ve been friends since my freshmen year of high school. Since I have moved to many different places, you have been my longest friend. It all started when we sat all uncomfortable in the cafeteria in the

Bakers Bunker will offer a 100,000 square foot indoor skate park including two bowls, various half pipes, runs, and a safety pit to help riders learn tricks in a safe manner. The company will have a scooter/skate store that will offer complete skateboards and scooters, parts, and

Introduction - Over the past two decades or so, skater fashion has nonchalantly strolled its way out of the skateparks and into the mainstream. Because we are so used to seeing people wearing skate shoes in everyday life, it is easy to forget that they play a pretty important role in the development of a skater’s arsenal. Whether you’re a veteran of the half-pipe or new to it all, read on to find the best skate shoe for you. Why Wear A Skate Shoe? - If you’re just starting out in the world of