POLL: How old are SLAP members?

[planman]

Just turned 25, been on here since 2011

[decoi1]

41.5. Been skating since 94. Never quit although there was a year where I was partying super hard and didn’t skate much but I never completely quit. Still get out 3-4 times a week for a solid hr at least. Finally joined this godforsaken hellhole around 2011/12. I love it

[Stu Pickles]

realizing my slap account is 11 years old makes me feel older then the fact im turning 30 in a week

but looks like im a young stud among geezers

[boyan]

This thread made me realise I have been here for more than half of my life.

[Bread Harrity]

31, joined slap when i was 19 and couldn't skate for a bit because of a knee injury

[JM]

So slap is in no way representative of the industry or its customers 

Yeah no kidding Peanut Butter Jelly time,
bunch of ancients talking and arguing Skate.

Which makes me wonder, does Soletech have the youngun’s attention? That is the critical question we must discuss. It’s imperative we do this.

[JM]

45 years old, started skating at 40.  This is my first post.  Currently trying to learn pop shuvs and kick flips.

Holy shit, learning to kickflip at 40?? There’s no way in hell I would try to actually put effort into learning a flip trick at this age.

You’re very brave. A genuine warrior, I dare say.

[ziggy]

49 and can still tre flip, even if they’re ugly

[fuckingawesomesauce]

Damn you guys are old

[LeDave]

Damn you guys are old

I thought the same thing! I seriously thought this forum would be dominated by 18 year olds or around there.

[Mongo Lloyd]

Tired x Slap Collab coming soon!

[JM]

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Damn you guys are old

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I thought the same thing! I seriously thought this forum would be dominated by 18 year olds or around there.

All the younguns are actually out doing the thing. This is all we can contribute to the scene now.

[devils acrobat]

Tired x Slap Collab coming soon!

I am happy to contribute a nollie tre over a hydrant my kids have drawn on the pavement with crayons

[guyledouche]

I thought for sure most people were in their 50s. I’m in my 40s and I’m nowhere near as closed minded and jaded as who I assume are actually around my age. It’s crazy when people in their 30s and 40s complain like they’re 80.

[OhioGuy]

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45 years old, started skating at 40.  This is my first post.  Currently trying to learn pop shuvs and kick flips.

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Holy shit, learning to kickflip at 40?? There’s no way in hell I would try to actually put effort into learning a flip trick at this age.

You’re very brave. A genuine warrior, I dare say.

Wild. I started two years ago at 35 and quickly decided to never learn flip tricks lol. It’s just not worth the wear and tear on my already busted knees. I understand the mechanics behind them, but can’t afford to try them thousands of times 🫨

[Easy Slider]

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Tired x Slap Collab coming soon!

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I am happy to contribute a nollie tre over a hydrant my kids have drawn on the pavement with crayons

That would put you in the absolute top tier of Slap users.

[matureoftheocean]

36 next month, skating since 2001.
Joined slap 2009 After lurking for a couple of years..

[SATIVA HYBRID]

26, been on here half my life lmfaooo. have had multiple accounts because i used to be annoying as shit and had to erase my cringey past

[youhaveonejob]

Early 30’s, about a decade and change of lurkage. Actually have three jobs. Username does not check out

[newguy]

Wow im literally a child, 22 turning 23 soon. I knew slap was on the older side but not this old

[newguy]

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I’m assuming it’s the 50 year olds that always have a hard time posting pictures or embedding YouTube links

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Goddamn, you are correct here.

[close]

51, started skating in 85? maybe 86. Been on here since 2012. I don't post all that much, but SLAP has helped me keep up with what's going on. Never tried to embed youtube, but every time I post a pic, I have to re-learn how to do it. Usually takes a couple of tries 

I still don't understand Frog, but I know some of these things just aren't for me

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Your username made me laugh because my husband calls me a geezer pleaser.

Thats actually very sweet lol

[slaab900turbo]

46.

[ziggy]

Wow im literally a child, 22 turning 23 soon. I knew slap was on the older side but not this old

it’s why we hate everything

[JM]

Wow im literally a child, 22 turning 23 soon. I knew slap was on the older side but not this old

Do make sure to share your opinion on Sole Tech. Emerica specifically. 

It’s very important.

[DarkPools]

Turning 30 soon, still feeling like I'm closer to 25 skating-wise, so I hope to keep that vibe going as I continue skating and livin

[newguy]

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Wow im literally a child, 22 turning 23 soon. I knew slap was on the older side but not this old

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Do make sure to share your opinion on Sole Tech. Emerica specifically. 

It’s very important.

Im gonna be honest I think emerica isnt appealing, my feet dont like their shoes at all, but their riders are monsters and I loved every video they released these past few years. Especially emerica green, that video blew my tiny mind appart.

No clue what soletech is lol.

[SatanicPanic]

I thought for sure most people were in their 50s. I’m in my 40s and I’m nowhere near as closed minded and jaded as who I assume are actually around my age. It’s crazy when people in their 30s and 40s complain like they’re 80.

I’ve got a good crew of people from late 30s to 50 and honestly IRL no one is a hater. Everyone is pretty positive about what’s happening in skating right now. People are mostly stoked that even our dumb dork tricks are considered acceptable. No one is dumping on && (even if personally think he’s goofy). People have nostalgia- I do too.. for my young body. Skateboarding on the other hand is better than it’s even been.

 If you’ve got good people to skate with, fun spots, decent weather and you’re not injured- wtf do you have to be bitter about? You’re living the dream.

[Tireeedd]

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Tired x Slap Collab coming soon!

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I am happy to contribute a nollie tre over a hydrant my kids have drawn on the pavement with crayons

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That would put you in the absolute top tier of Slap users.

would gnar, also I'll be 26 in a few months had a few accounts here since 2010-2011 and been lurking probably since 08

[JM]

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Wow im literally a child, 22 turning 23 soon. I knew slap was on the older side but not this old

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Do make sure to share your opinion on Sole Tech. Emerica specifically. 

It’s very important.

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Im gonna be honest I think emerica isnt appealing, my feet dont like their shoes at all, but their riders are monsters and I loved every video they released these past few years. Especially emerica green, that video blew my tiny mind appart.

No clue what soletech is lol.

Thank you. Us oldies have a soft spot for Emerica nostalgia, and I was curious what someone your age would think about the shoes/brand.

Sole tech is the overall brand that owns éS, Etnies, and Emerica. one theory is that sales from èS and Etnies keep Emerica afloat.

[TheDraught]

To all old folks out there:

Watch a video you've seen very often years ago (Video Days, Questionable, Mouse, Menikmati, PJLWHL, Sorry etc.) and then try to remember the next trick while watching. 

You will probably be amazed how many tricks are stored in your brain.