When a lot of people think of skate boarding publications, their thoughts straight away turn to Thrasher magazine, with it’s hardcore presentation and gritty edges. They envisage articles on grunge skateboarders with body piercing and tattoos spinning their stunts on public streets.
Yet, the more professional and discriminating skate boarders in reality turn to a different [...]
In the 1960s, skateboarding started to develop into a phenomenon. Manufacturers sold millions of skate boards which literally resembled surfboards. They marketed skateboards back then as an alternative to surfing. During the 1970s, skate boarding took a more serious turn as the materials used for the skate boards were upgraded from wood to more durable [...]
Skateboarding is one heck of a phenomenon, especially for the young ones. A recent study estimated that over twelve million people all over the world are involved in skateboarding, and more than one-third of all skateboarders are 18 years old or younger.
Skate boarding is technically defined as an activity in which one interacts with a [...]
Wearing the appropriate shoes is critical in skate boarding as it is in almost any sport. Skate shoes and boots need to be very flexible, incredibly comfy as well as super grippy. Pro skate shoe brands like Converse, Zoo York and Kustom are developed specifically with a broad, flat sole to ensure you get the [...]
Skate shoes are created particularly for skate boarding. These types of shoes consist of several specialist features primarily meant to enrich the skateboarding experience. Maximum grip is often a primary concern for many skate boots and shoes and so quite a few of the soles are created out of polyurethane or rubber. Skateboarding is a [...]