The 2023 world skateboard championships are underway. Starting on the 5th of February at the Aljada skate park in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates with the final and awards ceremony on Sunday the 12th of February, this week-long event gives each skater the chance to rack up points to qualify for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games....
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2023 Global skateboarding events not to be missed
As we’re well into the new year, we’re gearing up for an exciting lineup of the upcoming 2023 global skateboarding events. From professional competitions to grassroots gatherings, there’s something for everyone to look forward to. 2023 Global Skateboarding Events X Games Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA 21-25 July, 2023 One of the most highly-anticipated events on the...
Top 10 complete skateboards for 2023
From brain buckets to wheels, some boarders prefer to piece together their entire kit from scratch. If you’re thinking of buying a complete skateboard in ’23, here are ten of the best. Are you thinking new year, new board? Why not use the cash Grandma slipped in your hand at Christmas to help you start...
Ultimate gifts for skateboarders 2022
The perfect gifts for skateboarders is probably an all-expenses paid trip to one of the top events worldwide. However there are more affordable dope gifts for skateboarders, ideal for beginners or pros. Finding the best gift for someone who loves skateboarding can be a bit of a head-scratcher. They may well already have a much-loved...
Best skateboarding events in December
Winter holidays are all the rage and if you are an avid board rider, what could be better than going to a top skate event? Here’s your guide for skateboarding events in December. You won’t be surprised to hear that the best skateboarding events happening across the world in December also offer you an opportunity...
Skateboarding Events November
Thanks to skateboarding’s Olympic debut in 2021, more people than ever before are picking up their boards and heading to their local skateparks. As such, it’s probably no surprise that the number of skateboarding events taking place around the world is increasing as well. Check out our list of the best skateboarding events happing this...
Skateboard GB: Who They Are & How They Help the Skateboarding Scene in the UK
If you’re wondering who Skateboard GB is and how they help to support the skateboarding scene in the UK, in this article, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about Skateboard GB. Who are Skateboard GB? Skateboard GB is the National Governing Body for Skateboarding in England and is home to Olympic Skateboarding in...
Skateboarding Events in September
Do you have a passion for skateboarding? There are so many incredible skateboarding events in September happening in the UK and around the world – and we’ve collected the best of these for you in our handy guide. UK Skateboarding Events in September St Peter’s Pop-Up Ramp Antics – Brighton If you are seeking a...
Peter Ramondetta and Kyle Walker Pushing Oklahoma For Real Skateboards
For the Real’s 2012 “Surveillance” video series, Peter Ramondetta and Kyle Walker went home for a few days to push the streets of Oklahoma. The result? An inspiring video of them skating in their home turf that will get you hitting the pause and rewind button! So what’s their backstory? Well, Peter Ramondetta was born...
Biometric entry for California skate park; good or bad idea?
Open access, free to use skate parks are the lifeblood of the sport. However, can tech be used to improve security, safety and respect, without creating a ‘nanny culture’ in skateboarding? Managing access to – and respect for – skateboarding parks is a perennial issue. It is important to make sure facilities are not being...