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Atlanta is one of those secret skate metros that you never think of. But it has decent weather, big city style spots and southern hospitality! Additionally, there are plenty of great skate shops in this city. We have listed a number of skateboard shops that are in Atlanta (and nearby cities) below. Continue reading
Can you consider Chucks skate shoes?
Well, kinda. Continue reading
Your sh*t is mob!
I think that’s what they used to say. Or maybe that was a term that got stuck in my head from watching old Baker videos. Continue reading
I stumbled across this gem recently. I think what promoted me was from watching the 9 Club episode with Jason Lee. Jason was speaking highly of Jovontae’s 3 flips. I decided to take a gander to see what that was all about, and Jovontae certainly has a nice flick. Continue reading
There are a few moments in skateboarding history that are truly monumental. The Leap of Faith is one of them. And it’s such a landmark that no one has done it since.
And it’s just an ollie.
From local shops to elite sponsors, Sean Malto’s discipline has led to his successful skate career.
Malto picked up his first board at age 10 in his hometown of Lansing, Kansas. From an early age, he was supported by the Escapist Skate Shop in Kansas City, support that he still gets today. Continue reading
Big Boy Foy might not look like it, but he’s got the finesse of a figure skater when he’s on a board.
Starting his path to pro at age 4, Jamie entered a contest in his hometown of Deerfield Breach, Florida. He ended up getting a year’s supply of pizza for being the youngest contestant. Continue reading
One of the most prolific stakeboarders of the ’80s, Lance Mountain is still going strong to this day.
After getting his first skateboard from a friend in 1975, Mountain took first or second place in almost every amateur competition he entered. Continue reading
Also known as “Christ” or “Holmes”, Christian Hosoi started his path to pro skateboarder at 7. His dad managed a skatepark in California, leading to Hosoi dropping out of school to hone his skills. Continue reading
Pro skateboarder, director, screenwriter, actor, brand consultant, content creator. Give Steve Berra a job to do and he’ll do it. Continue reading
