skaters shouldnt do any podcast/video interviews. most skaters have the linguistic capabilities of a 20 year old high school senior.
not hearing you speak adds to the mystery of your character & allows the public to idealize you because all we would know is how well you skate, whilst not knowing how much a vapid dumbass you are. all around better for the skaters' career
You gotta give david Byrne a mic stand
Lipslides are just as boring and stupid as boardslides
Lipslides are just as boring and stupid as boardslidesLipslides and boardslides are fun, but not really worth it to clip unless you're doing it on something gnarly.
^^Tell us how you really feel!
Skate edits are not cool at all unless they are also kinda funny. Even bad attempts at humor are better than none.
Expand Quote^^Tell us how you really feel!
Skate edits are not cool at all unless they are also kinda funny. Even bad attempts at humor are better than none.[close]
Opposite of this, every time I see skaters try to be funny I want to kill myself
Expand Quoteskaters shouldnt do any podcast/video interviews. most skaters have the linguistic capabilities of a 20 year old high school senior.
not hearing you speak adds to the mystery of your character & allows the public to idealize you because all we would know is how well you skate, whilst not knowing how much a vapid dumbass you are. all around better for the skaters' career[close]
I always stare at your avatar for like 5 minutes
skaters shouldnt do any podcast/video interviews. most skaters have the linguistic capabilities of a 20 year old high school senior.
not hearing you speak adds to the mystery of your character & allows the public to idealize you because all we would know is how well you skate, whilst not knowing how much a vapid dumbass you are. all around better for the skaters' career
Not that I’m happy about it but Aaron Kyro got more people into skateboarding than Tony Hawk
Lipslides and boardslides are fun, but not really worth it to clip unless you're doing it on something gnarly.Expand QuoteLipslides are just as boring and stupid as boardslides[close]
Expand QuoteLipslides and boardslides are fun, but not really worth it to clip unless you're doing it on something gnarly.Expand QuoteLipslides are just as boring and stupid as boardslides[close][close]
Using the word clip as a verb is the lamest thing ever, worse than learn as a noun
The Rowans are better than old skools and half cabs
saw a comment in shoes/gear about how some people just need to buy dress shoes rather than trying to find emericas that they can wear to a wedding
in a similar vein, don't understand people past their teens still buying 'skate clothes' beyond tshirts/hoodies
why would i buy shitty pants / knitwear from a company like vans/enjoi/emerica rather than from a thrift store and/or from a company that's actually dedicated to making quality clothing
PJ Ladd has been regressing since PJWHL.
And his Ginger Jihadi look is fucking shit.
Rails are the stupidest thing ever even on cruiser setups they’re fucking dumb I don’t care how old you are they’re always dumb I don’t respect it at all it’s tasteless and so fucking lame and looks disgusting every single time. It was cool back in the 80s but society has progressed past needing those things. I cringe so much seeing any setup with rails especially in the setup thread it’s just ridiculous to be putting rails on your board in 2023, grow the fuck up
Expand QuoteRails are the stupidest thing ever even on cruiser setups they’re fucking dumb I don’t care how old you are they’re always dumb I don’t respect it at all it’s tasteless and so fucking lame and looks disgusting every single time. It was cool back in the 80s but society has progressed past needing those things. I cringe so much seeing any setup with rails especially in the setup thread it’s just ridiculous to be putting rails on your board in 2023, grow the fuck up[close]
you hold this opinion because you dont skate curbs or you frequently see people who have them but dont actually need them
PJ Ladd has been regressing since PJWHL.
And his Ginger Jihadi look is fucking shit.
The Rowans are better than old skools and half cabsThis is just fact
I would rather watch versace plug skate than Tyshawn.
Frog skateboards is a stupid company.
Most people still ride their trucks too loose.
Under 30 andonly skating curbs is lame
I would rather watch versace plug skate than Tyshawn.
Expand QuoteI would rather watch versace plug skate than Tyshawn.
Frog skateboards is a stupid company.
Most people still ride their trucks too loose.[close]
Who was it that would take one of their bushings out to get even looser trucks?
Yall often forget the 'unpopular' in the title so fuck it:Expand QuoteUnder 30 andonly skating curbs is lame[close]
You can keep it low impact but gotta do some flips, or maybe whatever the vert version of a curb is, like a rock and roll on this bad boy
(https://i.imgur.com/EjPHJBc.png)
Expand QuoteI would rather watch versace plug skate than Tyshawn.
Frog skateboards is a stupid company.
Most people still ride their trucks too loose.[close]
Who was it that would take one of their bushings out to get even looser trucks?
Frog skateboards is a stupid company.
In my 33 years old world flatground its king, Ive learned more shit as an old dude cause now I have patience.
I feel so stupid looking back to my younger self trying shit with no plan in mind.
That being said, do whatever the fuck you want and skate, I dont care as long as you have the real urge to skate soemthing
Expand QuotePJ Ladd has been regressing since PJWHL.
And his Ginger Jihadi look is fucking shit.[close]
He’s Sikh and has been for a while now. Deep fried take
That really sucks dude I'm sorry!
http://youtu.be/x0K5kDOQr9s
The question is which beloved pro is going to be the SOTY 2023 and will be hated afterwards.
Or maybe someone will break the cycle and a once hated skater will get SOTY and will be loved afterwards
The question is which beloved pro is going to be the SOTY 2023 and will be hated afterwards.Louie Lopez
you hold this opinion because you dont skate curbs or you frequently see people who have them but dont actually need themI do at least a couple slappys every time I skate because I love the feeling but I stopped doing boardslides on double sided curbs when I was in middle school. I actually learned how to slide boardslides both ways on a perfect one near my house but slipping out on those was terrifying as a kid, I bruised the shit out of my tailbone learning them backside in front of like 50 people at a grocery story parking lot and said fuck this shit. Pretty much immediately realized they would be way less sketchy on something that was at least a foot tall so I could actually pop onto it and have a bit more consistency getting on.
Rails are better for curbs? I might start using them now. I'll be sure to post in the setup thread for Sizzle.(https://pbs.twimg.com/media/EU6oG6dUEAENgCq?format=jpg&name=900x900)
Rails make those curb dancing tricks possible. Maybe there’s some lunatic out there who can do them without rails but for everyone else it’s a necessity.
Personally I don’t like those tricks very much and don’t love doing boardslides. I rode them for a while but got tired of them. But if people like them that’s cool. Either way I don’t think the old crusty Curb Dawgs are gonna stop cause of what they read on the internet.
The rails make it much easier to tilt your board up and get your wheel over the curb for feebles/hurricanes, etc. or just do those weird tilt slides people do. Balance also becomes super easy and they slide fast.Expand QuoteRails make those curb dancing tricks possible. Maybe there’s some lunatic out there who can do them without rails but for everyone else it’s a necessity.
Personally I don’t like those tricks very much and don’t love doing boardslides. I rode them for a while but got tired of them. But if people like them that’s cool. Either way I don’t think the old crusty Curb Dawgs are gonna stop cause of what they read on the internet.[close]
Genuine question: why can’t they just wax their board?
Honestly I think my rule is it’s cool if the deck you’re skating was around in an era with rails. Setting up an 80s graphic with rails or something then skating curbs with it is sick but setting up a polar 9 inch with rails is corny. I mean shout out to you guys for having fun with your setups but I’m a Puritan with all this stuff. When I was a kid I got the Thrasher Skate and Destroy book from my library and they had a blurb where they said rails were almost as stupid as Z-Rollers and I guess I subconsciously took that to heart.
Also you need to be literally graying before I respect a cut up grip job. Twenty something with a custom xacto knife grip job is unbelievably corny.
(https://y.yarn.co/3eb2519b-fa7f-4c7f-8ea2-d50a7844abf5_text.gif)Damn dude this is like some North Korea rules. I’m officially old so I can be corny as I want to be but why does having a colorful board upset you?
Fuck it, this for pretty much any weird shit you guys are doing if you aren’t old or insanely good.
8-8.5 popsicle (preferably bbs)
Plain trucks. Indys ideal, venture respectable if you’re good, acceptable if you’re mediocre. aces respectable but you HAVE to be good, if you aren’t good get indys. Thunders are weird because of the logo and branding but you can do it with an 8.5 deck, they look good wide and worn (just like my ladies)
Spits, bones bearings, mob or Jessup. Get as creative as you want with your hardware as long as it’s black or silver. You can have ONE colored bolt but only if there’s nothing else iffy going on with your setups, can’t do it with thunders. Colored Bolt absolutely has to be in front of board, obviously.
Plain black grip.
No pro model wheel graphics for the spitfires and if you don’t sand them they have to be in. In is preferable even if you sand them, it’s the principle of it (I would feel so weird skating with them facing out, I would feel like I put my trucks on backwards or something). Ideally go for a private slappy sesh THEN turn them in once you get some scrapes, if you aren’t going to sand them.
Like two stickers tops, ideally none but putting the local shop sticker on feels like a nice nod to the community
Avoid anything too red or orange, or anything too “busy” on the graphic, black board is the best most of the time
This is kinda what your board should look like, if you are deviating from this general guideline you better have something to show for it or be old. Once you’re grey you can literally do whatever you want, when you’re close you can start dabbling with old guy stuff, (like early thirties are fine to transition to curb skating, weird grips and shit) but do not show up to the park without a receding hairline cruising around on your fucking 10” board doing wallies and slappies when you’re literally still on your moms health insurance, it’s fucking cringe
(https://y.yarn.co/3eb2519b-fa7f-4c7f-8ea2-d50a7844abf5_text.gif)
Fuck it, this for pretty much any weird shit you guys are doing if you aren’t old or insanely good.
8-8.5 popsicle (preferably bbs)
Plain trucks. Indys ideal, venture respectable if you’re good, acceptable if you’re mediocre. aces respectable but you HAVE to be good, if you aren’t good get indys. Thunders are weird because of the logo and branding but you can do it with an 8.5 deck, they look good wide and worn (just like my ladies)
Spits, bones bearings, mob or Jessup. Get as creative as you want with your hardware as long as it’s black or silver. You can have ONE colored bolt but only if there’s nothing else iffy going on with your setups, can’t do it with thunders. Colored Bolt absolutely has to be in front of board, obviously.
Plain black grip.
No pro model wheel graphics for the spitfires and if you don’t sand them they have to be in. In is preferable even if you sand them, it’s the principle of it (I would feel so weird skating with them facing out, I would feel like I put my trucks on backwards or something). Ideally go for a private slappy sesh THEN turn them in once you get some scrapes, if you aren’t going to sand them.
Like two stickers tops, ideally none but putting the local shop sticker on feels like a nice nod to the community
Avoid anything too red or orange, or anything too “busy” on the graphic, black board is the best most of the time
This is kinda what your board should look like, if you are deviating from this general guideline you better have something to show for it or be old. Once you’re grey you can literally do whatever you want, when you’re close you can start dabbling with old guy stuff, (like early thirties are fine to transition to curb skating, weird grips and shit) but do not show up to the park without a receding hairline cruising around on your fucking 10” board doing wallies and slappies when you’re literally still on your moms health insurance, it’s fucking cringe
(https://y.yarn.co/3eb2519b-fa7f-4c7f-8ea2-d50a7844abf5_text.gif)
Fuck it, this for pretty much any weird shit you guys are doing if you aren’t old or insanely good.
8-8.5 popsicle (preferably bbs)
Plain trucks. Indys ideal, venture respectable if you’re good, acceptable if you’re mediocre. aces respectable but you HAVE to be good, if you aren’t good get indys. Thunders are weird because of the logo and branding but you can do it with an 8.5 deck, they look good wide and worn (just like my ladies)
Spits, bones bearings, mob or Jessup. Get as creative as you want with your hardware as long as it’s black or silver. You can have ONE colored bolt but only if there’s nothing else iffy going on with your setups, can’t do it with thunders. Colored Bolt absolutely has to be in front of board, obviously.
Plain black grip.
No pro model wheel graphics for the spitfires and if you don’t sand them they have to be in. In is preferable even if you sand them, it’s the principle of it (I would feel so weird skating with them facing out, I would feel like I put my trucks on backwards or something). Ideally go for a private slappy sesh THEN turn them in once you get some scrapes, if you aren’t going to sand them.
Like two stickers tops, ideally none but putting the local shop sticker on feels like a nice nod to the community
Avoid anything too red or orange, or anything too “busy” on the graphic, black board is the best most of the time
This is kinda what your board should look like, if you are deviating from this general guideline you better have something to show for it or be old. Once you’re grey you can literally do whatever you want, when you’re close you can start dabbling with old guy stuff, (like early thirties are fine to transition to curb skating, weird grips and shit) but do not show up to the park without a receding hairline cruising around on your fucking 10” board doing wallies and slappies when you’re literally still on your moms health insurance, it’s fucking cringe
what if you started losing your hair when you were still on your mom's health insuranceOff topic, how the fuck do you have only 100 posts I see you everywhere
i think it's a leverage thing. when you have rails you can lean back way further and still be in a boardslide and push it to hurricane much easier. so not only are rails corny, but they're kind of cheating!
what if you started losing your hair when you were still on your mom's health insurance
Expand QuoteRails make those curb dancing tricks possible. Maybe there’s some lunatic out there who can do them without rails but for everyone else it’s a necessity.
Personally I don’t like those tricks very much and don’t love doing boardslides. I rode them for a while but got tired of them. But if people like them that’s cool. Either way I don’t think the old crusty Curb Dawgs are gonna stop cause of what they read on the internet.[close]
Genuine question: why can’t they just wax their board?
Honestly I think my rule is it’s cool if the deck you’re skating was around in an era with rails. Setting up an 80s graphic with rails or something then skating curbs with it is sick but setting up a polar 9 inch with rails is corny. I mean shout out to you guys for having fun with your setups but I’m a Puritan with all this stuff. When I was a kid I got the Thrasher Skate and Destroy book from my library and they had a blurb where they said rails were almost as stupid as Z-Rollers and I guess I subconsciously took that to heart.
Also you need to be literally graying before I respect a cut up grip job. Twenty something with a custom xacto knife grip job is unbelievably corny.
(https://y.yarn.co/3eb2519b-fa7f-4c7f-8ea2-d50a7844abf5_text.gif)
Fuck it, this for pretty much any weird shit you guys are doing if you aren’t old or insanely good.
8-8.5 popsicle (preferably bbs)
Plain trucks. Indys ideal, venture respectable if you’re good, acceptable if you’re mediocre. aces respectable but you HAVE to be good, if you aren’t good get indys. Thunders are weird because of the logo and branding but you can do it with an 8.5 deck, they look good wide and worn (just like my ladies)
Spits, bones bearings, mob or Jessup. Get as creative as you want with your hardware as long as it’s black or silver. You can have ONE colored bolt but only if there’s nothing else iffy going on with your setups, can’t do it with thunders. Colored Bolt absolutely has to be in front of board, obviously.
Plain black grip.
No pro model wheel graphics for the spitfires and if you don’t sand them they have to be in. In is preferable even if you sand them, it’s the principle of it (I would feel so weird skating with them facing out, I would feel like I put my trucks on backwards or something). Ideally go for a private slappy sesh THEN turn them in once you get some scrapes, if you aren’t going to sand them.
Like two stickers tops, ideally none but putting the local shop sticker on feels like a nice nod to the community
Avoid anything too red or orange, or anything too “busy” on the graphic, black board is the best most of the time
This is kinda what your board should look like, if you are deviating from this general guideline you better have something to show for it or be old. Once you’re grey you can literally do whatever you want, when you’re close you can start dabbling with old guy stuff, (like early thirties are fine to transition to curb skating, weird grips and shit) but do not show up to the park without a receding hairline cruising around on your fucking 10” board doing wallies and slappies when you’re literally still on your moms health insurance, it’s fucking cringe
Expand QuoteThe question is which beloved pro is going to be the SOTY 2023 and will be hated afterwards.
Or maybe someone will break the cycle and a once hated skater will get SOTY and will be loved afterwards[close]
My prediction (wrong thread) is that, in '23, Thrasher is going to push back a little bit against the trend of dropping seventeen parts between November 15-30, and they'll give SOTY to someone who did had two or three parts spread out over the year, with one big part dropping in the fall/early winter. Classico style.
(https://y.yarn.co/3eb2519b-fa7f-4c7f-8ea2-d50a7844abf5_text.gif)
Fuck it, this for pretty much any weird shit you guys are doing if you aren’t old or insanely good.
8-8.5 popsicle (preferably bbs)
Plain trucks. Indys ideal, venture respectable if you’re good, acceptable if you’re mediocre. aces respectable but you HAVE to be good, if you aren’t good get indys. Thunders are weird because of the logo and branding but you can do it with an 8.5 deck, they look good wide and worn (just like my ladies)
Spits, bones bearings, mob or Jessup. Get as creative as you want with your hardware as long as it’s black or silver. You can have ONE colored bolt but only if there’s nothing else iffy going on with your setups, can’t do it with thunders. Colored Bolt absolutely has to be in front of board, obviously.
Plain black grip.
No pro model wheel graphics for the spitfires and if you don’t sand them they have to be in. In is preferable even if you sand them, it’s the principle of it (I would feel so weird skating with them facing out, I would feel like I put my trucks on backwards or something). Ideally go for a private slappy sesh THEN turn them in once you get some scrapes, if you aren’t going to sand them.
Like two stickers tops, ideally none but putting the local shop sticker on feels like a nice nod to the community
Avoid anything too red or orange, or anything too “busy” on the graphic, black board is the best most of the time
This is kinda what your board should look like, if you are deviating from this general guideline you better have something to show for it or be old. Once you’re grey you can literally do whatever you want, when you’re close you can start dabbling with old guy stuff, (like early thirties are fine to transition to curb skating, weird grips and shit) but do not show up to the park without a receding hairline cruising around on your fucking 10” board doing wallies and slappies when you’re literally still on your moms health insurance, it’s fucking cringe
Expand Quote(https://y.yarn.co/3eb2519b-fa7f-4c7f-8ea2-d50a7844abf5_text.gif)
Fuck it, this for pretty much any weird shit you guys are doing if you aren’t old or insanely good.
8-8.5 popsicle (preferably bbs)
Plain trucks. Indys ideal, venture respectable if you’re good, acceptable if you’re mediocre. aces respectable but you HAVE to be good, if you aren’t good get indys. Thunders are weird because of the logo and branding but you can do it with an 8.5 deck, they look good wide and worn (just like my ladies)
Spits, bones bearings, mob or Jessup. Get as creative as you want with your hardware as long as it’s black or silver. You can have ONE colored bolt but only if there’s nothing else iffy going on with your setups, can’t do it with thunders. Colored Bolt absolutely has to be in front of board, obviously.
Plain black grip.
No pro model wheel graphics for the spitfires and if you don’t sand them they have to be in. In is preferable even if you sand them, it’s the principle of it (I would feel so weird skating with them facing out, I would feel like I put my trucks on backwards or something). Ideally go for a private slappy sesh THEN turn them in once you get some scrapes, if you aren’t going to sand them.
Like two stickers tops, ideally none but putting the local shop sticker on feels like a nice nod to the community
Avoid anything too red or orange, or anything too “busy” on the graphic, black board is the best most of the time
This is kinda what your board should look like, if you are deviating from this general guideline you better have something to show for it or be old. Once you’re grey you can literally do whatever you want, when you’re close you can start dabbling with old guy stuff, (like early thirties are fine to transition to curb skating, weird grips and shit) but do not show up to the park without a receding hairline cruising around on your fucking 10” board doing wallies and slappies when you’re literally still on your moms health insurance, it’s fucking cringe[close]
I'm currently riding thunders 149s with two orange bolts on the nose. I need to rethink my life choices
(https://y.yarn.co/3eb2519b-fa7f-4c7f-8ea2-d50a7844abf5_text.gif)
Fuck it, this for pretty much any weird shit you guys are doing if you aren’t old or insanely good.
8-8.5 popsicle (preferably bbs)
Plain trucks. Indys ideal, venture respectable if you’re good, acceptable if you’re mediocre. aces respectable but you HAVE to be good, if you aren’t good get indys. Thunders are weird because of the logo and branding but you can do it with an 8.5 deck, they look good wide and worn (just like my ladies)
Spits, bones bearings, mob or Jessup. Get as creative as you want with your hardware as long as it’s black or silver. You can have ONE colored bolt but only if there’s nothing else iffy going on with your setups, can’t do it with thunders. Colored Bolt absolutely has to be in front of board, obviously.
Plain black grip.
No pro model wheel graphics for the spitfires and if you don’t sand them they have to be in. In is preferable even if you sand them, it’s the principle of it (I would feel so weird skating with them facing out, I would feel like I put my trucks on backwards or something). Ideally go for a private slappy sesh THEN turn them in once you get some scrapes, if you aren’t going to sand them.
Like two stickers tops, ideally none but putting the local shop sticker on feels like a nice nod to the community
Avoid anything too red or orange, or anything too “busy” on the graphic, black board is the best most of the time
This is kinda what your board should look like, if you are deviating from this general guideline you better have something to show for it or be old. Once you’re grey you can literally do whatever you want, when you’re close you can start dabbling with old guy stuff, (like early thirties are fine to transition to curb skating, weird grips and shit) but do not show up to the park without a receding hairline cruising around on your fucking 10” board doing wallies and slappies when you’re literally still on your moms health insurance, it’s fucking cringe
Expand Quote(https://y.yarn.co/3eb2519b-fa7f-4c7f-8ea2-d50a7844abf5_text.gif)
Fuck it, this for pretty much any weird shit you guys are doing if you aren’t old or insanely good.
8-8.5 popsicle (preferably bbs)
Plain trucks. Indys ideal, venture respectable if you’re good, acceptable if you’re mediocre. aces respectable but you HAVE to be good, if you aren’t good get indys. Thunders are weird because of the logo and branding but you can do it with an 8.5 deck, they look good wide and worn (just like my ladies)
Spits, bones bearings, mob or Jessup. Get as creative as you want with your hardware as long as it’s black or silver. You can have ONE colored bolt but only if there’s nothing else iffy going on with your setups, can’t do it with thunders. Colored Bolt absolutely has to be in front of board, obviously.
Plain black grip.
No pro model wheel graphics for the spitfires and if you don’t sand them they have to be in. In is preferable even if you sand them, it’s the principle of it (I would feel so weird skating with them facing out, I would feel like I put my trucks on backwards or something). Ideally go for a private slappy sesh THEN turn them in once you get some scrapes, if you aren’t going to sand them.
Like two stickers tops, ideally none but putting the local shop sticker on feels like a nice nod to the community
Avoid anything too red or orange, or anything too “busy” on the graphic, black board is the best most of the time
This is kinda what your board should look like, if you are deviating from this general guideline you better have something to show for it or be old. Once you’re grey you can literally do whatever you want, when you’re close you can start dabbling with old guy stuff, (like early thirties are fine to transition to curb skating, weird grips and shit) but do not show up to the park without a receding hairline cruising around on your fucking 10” board doing wallies and slappies when you’re literally still on your moms health insurance, it’s fucking cringe[close]
I'm currently riding thunders 149s with two orange bolts on the nose. I need to rethink my life choices
Yeah also I don’t think I really got my point across, I think there’s an unwritten rule in skating that extends from your setup to your gear to your skating itself: pretty much the better you are the more you’re entitled to deviate from cultural norms in skating and experiment with weird shit. I don’t think it’s gatekeeping per se and I don’t think it’s a bad thing either. It seems like a sort of subconscious respect for the craft, like when you’re sort of an apprentice in skating you have to be more low key then you can get more eccentric as you develop a voice on a skateboard. It’s cool seeing Vincent Nava skate with his gear and setup but it would be intensely cringy seeing some kid dressed up like that learning to push at the skatepark, you know what I mean?I get what you’re saying to an extent- people who can barely skate look goofier when they put too much effort into their gear.
Lipslides are just as boring and stupid as boardslides
I'm currently riding thunders 149s with two orange bolts on the nose.You are why I drink
Just turned 33, look about 25, I know I’m judged for my rails, colored grip, wheel graphics facing out, loose ass trucks, loose ass hardware that sounds like a can of rusted screws when I roll down the block. But fuck it, skating is fun, and I find this shit to be fun. Fuck the “rules”, that’s what skatings all about. I’ve done this shit since I was a kid, not gonna stop now, you know how hard it was to track down a set of rails and a tailblock in 2001?! I was obsessed with different eras as a kid, it’s all part of the fun. I suck too, so take from all that what you will. Good day, all.
Yeah also I don’t think I really got my point across, I think there’s an unwritten rule in skating that extends from your setup to your gear to your skating itself: pretty much the better you are the more you’re entitled to deviate from cultural norms in skating and experiment with weird shit. I don’t think it’s gatekeeping per se and I don’t think it’s a bad thing either. It seems like a sort of subconscious respect for the craft, like when you’re sort of an apprentice in skating you have to be more low key then you can get more eccentric as you develop a voice on a skateboard. It’s cool seeing Vincent Nava skate with his gear and setup but it would be intensely cringy seeing some kid dressed up like that learning to push at the skatepark, you know what I mean?
Expand QuoteYeah also I don’t think I really got my point across, I think there’s an unwritten rule in skating that extends from your setup to your gear to your skating itself: pretty much the better you are the more you’re entitled to deviate from cultural norms in skating and experiment with weird shit. I don’t think it’s gatekeeping per se and I don’t think it’s a bad thing either. It seems like a sort of subconscious respect for the craft, like when you’re sort of an apprentice in skating you have to be more low key then you can get more eccentric as you develop a voice on a skateboard. It’s cool seeing Vincent Nava skate with his gear and setup but it would be intensely cringy seeing some kid dressed up like that learning to push at the skatepark, you know what I mean?[close]
Can a brother get a breakdown on footwear guidelines?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteYeah also I don’t think I really got my point across, I think there’s an unwritten rule in skating that extends from your setup to your gear to your skating itself: pretty much the better you are the more you’re entitled to deviate from cultural norms in skating and experiment with weird shit. I don’t think it’s gatekeeping per se and I don’t think it’s a bad thing either. It seems like a sort of subconscious respect for the craft, like when you’re sort of an apprentice in skating you have to be more low key then you can get more eccentric as you develop a voice on a skateboard. It’s cool seeing Vincent Nava skate with his gear and setup but it would be intensely cringy seeing some kid dressed up like that learning to push at the skatepark, you know what I mean?[close]
Can a brother get a breakdown on footwear guidelines?[close]
Rise With the Fallen
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteYeah also I don’t think I really got my point across, I think there’s an unwritten rule in skating that extends from your setup to your gear to your skating itself: pretty much the better you are the more you’re entitled to deviate from cultural norms in skating and experiment with weird shit. I don’t think it’s gatekeeping per se and I don’t think it’s a bad thing either. It seems like a sort of subconscious respect for the craft, like when you’re sort of an apprentice in skating you have to be more low key then you can get more eccentric as you develop a voice on a skateboard. It’s cool seeing Vincent Nava skate with his gear and setup but it would be intensely cringy seeing some kid dressed up like that learning to push at the skatepark, you know what I mean?[close]
Can a brother get a breakdown on footwear guidelines?[close]
Rise With the Fallen[close]
What are the rules for pants?
Wear them.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteYeah also I don’t think I really got my point across, I think there’s an unwritten rule in skating that extends from your setup to your gear to your skating itself: pretty much the better you are the more you’re entitled to deviate from cultural norms in skating and experiment with weird shit. I don’t think it’s gatekeeping per se and I don’t think it’s a bad thing either. It seems like a sort of subconscious respect for the craft, like when you’re sort of an apprentice in skating you have to be more low key then you can get more eccentric as you develop a voice on a skateboard. It’s cool seeing Vincent Nava skate with his gear and setup but it would be intensely cringy seeing some kid dressed up like that learning to push at the skatepark, you know what I mean?[close]
Can a brother get a breakdown on footwear guidelines?[close]
Rise With the Fallen[close]
What are the rules for pants?
There's only one McClung.
Pants are best held up with a shoe lace or a volcom belt…..ive been wearing the same carhartt double knees for the last year and a half and I just cant get these things to die. But once these are done I’m going back to 874s while everyone else around here is riding the never ending big boy wave
I actually think it’s time to retire 874’s…..Julien….get some double knees…..time to move on…
Baggier fitting pants and dunks will stay just as popular for another full year
My own unpopular opinion is I fully believe the skinny jean wave needs to make a return just to pick apart who actually wears stuff for comfortability/function and who wears stuff to fit in because there’s not one fucking argument you can give me that justifies wearing skinny jeansThey look good and make me feel sexy isnt an argument?
My own unpopular opinion is I fully believe the skinny jean wave needs to make a return just to pick apart who actually wears stuff for comfortability/function and who wears stuff to fit in because there’s not one fucking argument you can give me that justifies wearing skinny jeans
Expand QuoteMy own unpopular opinion is I fully believe the skinny jean wave needs to make a return just to pick apart who actually wears stuff for comfortability/function and who wears stuff to fit in because there’s not one fucking argument you can give me that justifies wearing skinny jeans[close]
I would file this under objective fact
as much as I’m all for feeling good about what you’re wearing and how it makes you feel on the inside and productively on a board, I couldn’t hear that and take it seriouslyThey look good and make me feel sexy isnt an argument?Expand QuoteMy own unpopular opinion is I fully believe the skinny jean wave needs to make a return just to pick apart who actually wears stuff for comfortability/function and who wears stuff to fit in because there’s not one fucking argument you can give me that justifies wearing skinny jeans[close]
Also they don’t get as hot. I sweat so much more in baggier jeans.
Yeah also I don’t think I really got my point across, I think there’s an unwritten rule in skating that extends from your setup to your gear to your skating itself: pretty much the better you are the more you’re entitled to deviate from cultural norms in skating and experiment with weird shit. I don’t think it’s gatekeeping per se and I don’t think it’s a bad thing either. It seems like a sort of subconscious respect for the craft, like when you’re sort of an apprentice in skating you have to be more low key then you can get more eccentric as you develop a voice on a skateboard. It’s cool seeing Vincent Nava skate with his gear and setup but it would be intensely cringy seeing some kid dressed up like that learning to push at the skatepark, you know what I mean?
This isn’t the popular opinion thread. How is he going to get his kook on with insightful posts like that?
Expand QuoteThis isn’t the popular opinion thread. How is he going to get his kook on with insightful posts like that?[close]
@Sizzle should get a youtube channel to teach these kooks how to dress, and what tricks to do.
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Fuck it, this for pretty much any weird shit you guys are doing if you aren’t old or insanely good.
8-8.5 popsicle (preferably bbs)
Plain trucks. Indys ideal, venture respectable if you’re good, acceptable if you’re mediocre. aces respectable but you HAVE to be good, if you aren’t good get indys. Thunders are weird because of the logo and branding but you can do it with an 8.5 deck, they look good wide and worn (just like my ladies)
Spits, bones bearings, mob or Jessup. Get as creative as you want with your hardware as long as it’s black or silver. You can have ONE colored bolt but only if there’s nothing else iffy going on with your setups, can’t do it with thunders. Colored Bolt absolutely has to be in front of board, obviously.
Plain black grip.
No pro model wheel graphics for the spitfires and if you don’t sand them they have to be in. In is preferable even if you sand them, it’s the principle of it (I would feel so weird skating with them facing out, I would feel like I put my trucks on backwards or something). Ideally go for a private slappy sesh THEN turn them in once you get some scrapes, if you aren’t going to sand them.
Like two stickers tops, ideally none but putting the local shop sticker on feels like a nice nod to the community
Avoid anything too red or orange, or anything too “busy” on the graphic, black board is the best most of the time
This is kinda what your board should look like, if you are deviating from this general guideline you better have something to show for it or be old. Once you’re grey you can literally do whatever you want, when you’re close you can start dabbling with old guy stuff, (like early thirties are fine to transition to curb skating, weird grips and shit) but do not show up to the park without a receding hairline cruising around on your fucking 10” board doing wallies and slappies when you’re literally still on your moms health insurance, it’s fucking cringe[close]
dude go outside
My own unpopular opinion is I fully believe the skinny jean wave needs to make a return just to pick apart who actually wears stuff for comfortability/function and who wears stuff to fit in because there’s not one fucking argument you can give me that justifies wearing skinny jeans
Yeah also I don’t think I really got my point across, I think there’s an unwritten rule in skating that extends from your setup to your gear to your skating itself: pretty much the better you are the more you’re entitled to deviate from cultural norms in skating and experiment with weird shit. I don’t think it’s gatekeeping per se and I don’t think it’s a bad thing either. It seems like a sort of subconscious respect for the craft, like when you’re sort of an apprentice in skating you have to be more low key then you can get more eccentric as you develop a voice on a skateboard. It’s cool seeing Vincent Nava skate with his gear and setup but it would be intensely cringy seeing some kid dressed up like that learning to push at the skatepark, you know what I mean?
56Aww sick I’m young then
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Fuck it, this for pretty much any weird shit you guys are doing if you aren’t old or insanely good.
8-8.5 popsicle (preferably bbs)
Plain trucks. Indys ideal, venture respectable if you’re good, acceptable if you’re mediocre. aces respectable but you HAVE to be good, if you aren’t good get indys. Thunders are weird because of the logo and branding but you can do it with an 8.5 deck, they look good wide and worn (just like my ladies)
Spits, bones bearings, mob or Jessup. Get as creative as you want with your hardware as long as it’s black or silver. You can have ONE colored bolt but only if there’s nothing else iffy going on with your setups, can’t do it with thunders. Colored Bolt absolutely has to be in front of board, obviously.
Plain black grip.
No pro model wheel graphics for the spitfires and if you don’t sand them they have to be in. In is preferable even if you sand them, it’s the principle of it (I would feel so weird skating with them facing out, I would feel like I put my trucks on backwards or something). Ideally go for a private slappy sesh THEN turn them in once you get some scrapes, if you aren’t going to sand them.
Like two stickers tops, ideally none but putting the local shop sticker on feels like a nice nod to the community
Avoid anything too red or orange, or anything too “busy” on the graphic, black board is the best most of the time
This is kinda what your board should look like, if you are deviating from this general guideline you better have something to show for it or be old. Once you’re grey you can literally do whatever you want, when you’re close you can start dabbling with old guy stuff, (like early thirties are fine to transition to curb skating, weird grips and shit) but do not show up to the park without a receding hairline cruising around on your fucking 10” board doing wallies and slappies when you’re literally still on your moms health insurance, it’s fucking cringe[close]
Hahaha, damn dude that’s one of the best posts I’ve read in a while. While I agree with every single thing you said, taken as a whole, it reads a little bit like Maoist party propaganda.
I started putting one of my back wheels graphics-out just to get a little rebellious and stir things up a bit.
My own unpopular opinion is I fully believe the skinny jean wave needs to make a return just to pick apart who actually wears stuff for comfortability/function and who wears stuff to fit in because there’s not one fucking argument you can give me that justifies wearing skinny jeans
I think Jagger Eaton and John Cardiel have a very similar style. Lanky arms, hunched over, open palms.
I think Jagger Eaton and John Cardiel have a very similar style. Lanky arms, hunched over, open palms.
Expand QuoteThere's only one McClung.[close]
Wrong thread.
That's confirmed at this point.
A clap, a light board tap, and a highfive/fist bump is enough for like 95% of things. Extravagant celebrations are annoying.
One of last year’s SLS contests Jagger did a switch front feeble one eighty on a kinked, square rail. Not a fan of the dude but that trick was fucking bonkers.Expand QuoteI think Jagger Eaton and John Cardiel have a very similar style. Lanky arms, hunched over, open palms.[close]
the sheer audacity to put those two in the same sentence together...
I don't even think being old is an excuse to get crazy with your set up. I cringe when i see older guys skating and they have like an andy-anderson deck with some huge crazy colored wheels, a flyaway helmet with 25 different powell stickers on it, a t-shirt that says 'HAVE YOU SEEN HIM' and a full set of salba-style zebra print pads, including wrist guards, and then they are just barely doing kickturns. You probably don't see that kind of thing very often outside of socal but it's pretty common here.Yeah the Powell fetish is lame. Same goes for 80s decks. If you want to ride an eighties deck knock yourself out but don’t try telling me it’s because it’s easier to ride. Because they are not. I’ve seen too many dickheads go on Reddit forums and recommend them to beginners, I’m like that’s fucked up to push your weird agenda on noobs.
I know some really, really good 50+ skaters and they definitely keep it mellow with their setups and outfits compared to the 'i just retired and returned to skateboarding after 30 years in the LAPD' crowd.
John shanahan might not skate exactly like Chris cole but they have the exact same style
John shanahan might not skate exactly like Chris cole but they have the exact same style
Yeah the Powell fetish is lame. Same goes for 80s decks. If you want to ride an eighties deck knock yourself out but don’t try telling me it’s because it’s easier to ride. Because they are not. I’ve seen too many dickheads go on Reddit forums and recommend them to beginners, I’m like that’s fucked up to push your weird agenda on noobs.Expand QuoteI don't even think being old is an excuse to get crazy with your set up. I cringe when i see older guys skating and they have like an andy-anderson deck with some huge crazy colored wheels, a flyaway helmet with 25 different powell stickers on it, a t-shirt that says 'HAVE YOU SEEN HIM' and a full set of salba-style zebra print pads, including wrist guards, and then they are just barely doing kickturns. You probably don't see that kind of thing very often outside of socal but it's pretty common here.
I know some really, really good 50+ skaters and they definitely keep it mellow with their setups and outfits compared to the 'i just retired and returned to skateboarding after 30 years in the LAPD' crowd.[close]
And those curb setups are dumb. One time we were at a curb spot and this old head rolls up. He’s got like 9.5 with tiny wheels and extremely loose trucks. Poor guy could barely stay on top of the thing and I think I saw him roll away from one very inept slappy. Most of those slappy Sunday guys who actually shred curbs ride pretty normal setups with rails added.
Expand QuoteJohn shanahan might not skate exactly like Chris cole but they have the exact same style[close]
I can see some similarities but
.....Nah
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteJohn shanahan might not skate exactly like Chris cole but they have the exact same style[close]
I can see some similarities but
.....Nah[close]
Chris cole’s upper body is more all over the place but the way they set up in uncannily similar. They both pull their shoulders back, keep their head straight to keep their upper body directly over the middle of the board and kinda lock up their shoulders if they aren’t spinning. I started doing the same thing when I was skating a short WB board (I’m 6ft like Cole) just to keep it under me on flip tricks. Makes you super consistent and perfectly balanced but it makes your style looks weird. Pretty sure it has something to do with them both skating tiny boards and being taller guys
I'm rocking black wheels right now but I half regret it, it's pretty bold with red bearings and red trucks but I miss lighter colors.
I have dragon wheels and as much as I like them on asphalt they are slow and terrible at the park.Expand QuoteYeah the Powell fetish is lame. Same goes for 80s decks. If you want to ride an eighties deck knock yourself out but don’t try telling me it’s because it’s easier to ride. Because they are not. I’ve seen too many dickheads go on Reddit forums and recommend them to beginners, I’m like that’s fucked up to push your weird agenda on noobs.Expand QuoteI don't even think being old is an excuse to get crazy with your set up. I cringe when i see older guys skating and they have like an andy-anderson deck with some huge crazy colored wheels, a flyaway helmet with 25 different powell stickers on it, a t-shirt that says 'HAVE YOU SEEN HIM' and a full set of salba-style zebra print pads, including wrist guards, and then they are just barely doing kickturns. You probably don't see that kind of thing very often outside of socal but it's pretty common here.
I know some really, really good 50+ skaters and they definitely keep it mellow with their setups and outfits compared to the 'i just retired and returned to skateboarding after 30 years in the LAPD' crowd.[close]
And those curb setups are dumb. One time we were at a curb spot and this old head rolls up. He’s got like 9.5 with tiny wheels and extremely loose trucks. Poor guy could barely stay on top of the thing and I think I saw him roll away from one very inept slappy. Most of those slappy Sunday guys who actually shred curbs ride pretty normal setups with rails added.[close]
Agree with both things. There's a few exceptions, but for the most part I think specialty set ups are pointless for the average skater. In most cases you're better off skating a board most comfortable to you and just practicing more. If you're just skating that stuff cuz you like it, cool, but we don't have to pretend that those Dragon Wheels are really helping you ride through this million dollar skatepark.
Expand QuoteYeah the Powell fetish is lame. Same goes for 80s decks. If you want to ride an eighties deck knock yourself out but don’t try telling me it’s because it’s easier to ride. Because they are not. I’ve seen too many dickheads go on Reddit forums and recommend them to beginners, I’m like that’s fucked up to push your weird agenda on noobs.Expand QuoteI don't even think being old is an excuse to get crazy with your set up. I cringe when i see older guys skating and they have like an andy-anderson deck with some huge crazy colored wheels, a flyaway helmet with 25 different powell stickers on it, a t-shirt that says 'HAVE YOU SEEN HIM' and a full set of salba-style zebra print pads, including wrist guards, and then they are just barely doing kickturns. You probably don't see that kind of thing very often outside of socal but it's pretty common here.
I know some really, really good 50+ skaters and they definitely keep it mellow with their setups and outfits compared to the 'i just retired and returned to skateboarding after 30 years in the LAPD' crowd.[close]
And those curb setups are dumb. One time we were at a curb spot and this old head rolls up. He’s got like 9.5 with tiny wheels and extremely loose trucks. Poor guy could barely stay on top of the thing and I think I saw him roll away from one very inept slappy. Most of those slappy Sunday guys who actually shred curbs ride pretty normal setups with rails added.[close]
Agree with both things. There's a few exceptions, but for the most part I think specialty set ups are pointless for the average skater. In most cases you're better off skating a board most comfortable to you and just practicing more. If you're just skating that stuff cuz you like it, cool, but we don't have to pretend that those Dragon Wheels are really helping you ride through this million dollar skatepark.
Expand QuoteA clap, a light board tap, and a highfive/fist bump is enough for like 95% of things. Extravagant celebrations are annoying.[close]
You forgot the hug.
What do some of u setup purists think of this guy?
http://youtu.be/LhZr02nP1Vw
Super loose trucks, like about to fall off, can only be pulled off by some skaters. It doesn’t make your style better automatically
I recommend a single coloured wheel……..3&1 = sacred geometry
1. Switch ollie in the beginning was baffling, can he not skate switch?
2. That shit was lame, the most impressive trick was him lipsliding a four stair, and that was only cool because his board is unnecessarily huge and heavy, so fundamentally just gimmicky
3. Would literally rather watch Ben K footage any day and I’m not a Ben K fan, that dudes gimmick is like 600x better than that shit
Now that I think about it, any shape without a nose is fucking stupid. Front noseslides are literally the best feeling ledge trick out there and you want me to pay to ride a setup without a nose? Why? I would focus my deck if I snapped the nose off, why does Santa Cruz get a pass
1. Switch ollie in the beginning was baffling, can he not skate switch?
2. That shit was lame, the most impressive trick was him lipsliding a four stair, and that was only cool because his board is unnecessarily huge and heavy, so fundamentally just gimmicky
3. Would literally rather watch Ben K footage any day and I’m not a Ben K fan, that dudes gimmick is like 600x better than that shit
Now that I think about it, any shape without a nose is fucking stupid. Front noseslides are literally the best feeling ledge trick out there and you want me to pay to ride a setup without a nose? Why? I would focus my deck if I snapped the nose off, why does Santa Cruz get a pass
1. Switch ollie in the beginning was baffling, can he not skate switch?
2. That shit was lame, the most impressive trick was him lipsliding a four stair, and that was only cool because his board is unnecessarily huge and heavy, so fundamentally just gimmicky
3. Would literally rather watch Ben K footage any day and I’m not a Ben K fan, that dudes gimmick is like 600x better than that shit
Now that I think about it, any shape without a nose is fucking stupid. Front noseslides are literally the best feeling ledge trick out there and you want me to pay to ride a setup without a nose? Why? I would focus my deck if I snapped the nose off, why does Santa Cruz get a pass
1. Switch ollie in the beginning was baffling, can he not skate switch?
2. That shit was lame, the most impressive trick was him lipsliding a four stair, and that was only cool because his board is unnecessarily huge and heavy, so fundamentally just gimmicky
3. Would literally rather watch Ben K footage any day and I’m not a Ben K fan, that dudes gimmick is like 600x better than that shit
Now that I think about it, any shape without a nose is fucking stupid. Front noseslides are literally the best feeling ledge trick out there and you want me to pay to ride a setup without a nose? Why? I would focus my deck if I snapped the nose off, why does Santa Cruz get a pass
I have dragon wheels and as much as I like them on asphalt they are slow and terrible at the park.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteYeah the Powell fetish is lame. Same goes for 80s decks. If you want to ride an eighties deck knock yourself out but don’t try telling me it’s because it’s easier to ride. Because they are not. I’ve seen too many dickheads go on Reddit forums and recommend them to beginners, I’m like that’s fucked up to push your weird agenda on noobs.Expand QuoteI don't even think being old is an excuse to get crazy with your set up. I cringe when i see older guys skating and they have like an andy-anderson deck with some huge crazy colored wheels, a flyaway helmet with 25 different powell stickers on it, a t-shirt that says 'HAVE YOU SEEN HIM' and a full set of salba-style zebra print pads, including wrist guards, and then they are just barely doing kickturns. You probably don't see that kind of thing very often outside of socal but it's pretty common here.
I know some really, really good 50+ skaters and they definitely keep it mellow with their setups and outfits compared to the 'i just retired and returned to skateboarding after 30 years in the LAPD' crowd.[close]
And those curb setups are dumb. One time we were at a curb spot and this old head rolls up. He’s got like 9.5 with tiny wheels and extremely loose trucks. Poor guy could barely stay on top of the thing and I think I saw him roll away from one very inept slappy. Most of those slappy Sunday guys who actually shred curbs ride pretty normal setups with rails added.[close]
Agree with both things. There's a few exceptions, but for the most part I think specialty set ups are pointless for the average skater. In most cases you're better off skating a board most comfortable to you and just practicing more. If you're just skating that stuff cuz you like it, cool, but we don't have to pretend that those Dragon Wheels are really helping you ride through this million dollar skatepark.[close]
Expand Quote1. Switch ollie in the beginning was baffling, can he not skate switch?
2. That shit was lame, the most impressive trick was him lipsliding a four stair, and that was only cool because his board is unnecessarily huge and heavy, so fundamentally just gimmicky
3. Would literally rather watch Ben K footage any day and I’m not a Ben K fan, that dudes gimmick is like 600x better than that shit
Now that I think about it, any shape without a nose is fucking stupid. Front noseslides are literally the best feeling ledge trick out there and you want me to pay to ride a setup without a nose? Why? I would focus my deck if I snapped the nose off, why does Santa Cruz get a pass[close]
chill out fun police
Expand QuoteI'm rocking black wheels right now but I half regret it, it's pretty bold with red bearings and red trucks but I miss lighter colors.[close]
Dude, ew. Cmon.
Skate whatever setup you want but with the recent trend of people adding bloatware to their skating to mask that fact that they're not that good at it a shaped board often comes across to me as another tool to do just that, for a lot of people I see round here anyway
So you're telling me I'm a poser with my grimple stix true full with shaggy carpet as grip tape?
1. Switch ollie in the beginning was baffling, can he not skate switch?
2. That shit was lame, the most impressive trick was him lipsliding a four stair, and that was only cool because his board is unnecessarily huge and heavy, so fundamentally just gimmicky
3. Would literally rather watch Ben K footage any day and I’m not a Ben K fan, that dudes gimmick is like 600x better than that shit
Now that I think about it, any shape without a nose is fucking stupid. Front noseslides are literally the best feeling ledge trick out there and you want me to pay to ride a setup without a nose? Why? I would focus my deck if I snapped the nose off, why does Santa Cruz get a pass
I think the overall point tho is you don't get bonus points for whatever your setup is. You chose to ride that so it's just a frontside flip on flat just like anyone with a standard popsicle.Expand Quote1. Switch ollie in the beginning was baffling, can he not skate switch?
2. That shit was lame, the most impressive trick was him lipsliding a four stair, and that was only cool because his board is unnecessarily huge and heavy, so fundamentally just gimmicky
3. Would literally rather watch Ben K footage any day and I’m not a Ben K fan, that dudes gimmick is like 600x better than that shit
Now that I think about it, any shape without a nose is fucking stupid. Front noseslides are literally the best feeling ledge trick out there and you want me to pay to ride a setup without a nose? Why? I would focus my deck if I snapped the nose off, why does Santa Cruz get a pass[close]
He does a good switch flip on flat @ 0:25 to start a line. The line is actually pretty fucking smooth. All of your ranting/bad takes aside, he does an awesome fs flip @ 0:42 that would be incredibly difficult for 90% of people on that board shape. This guy deserves respect and praise.
Sizzle is speedrunning positive to negative repExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm rocking black wheels right now but I half regret it, it's pretty bold with red bearings and red trucks but I miss lighter colors.[close]
Dude, ew. Cmon.[close]
*wipes tears* it c-can work, I just need a baker board now
Skate whatever setup you want but with the recent trend of people adding bloatware to their skating to mask that fact that they're not that good at it a shaped board often comes across to me as another tool to do just that, for a lot of people I see round here anywayThere’s those dudes - the old heads trying to flex and/or relive the 80s with their weird setups. But I also see a ton of young rippers inexplicably riding these things. That’s probably a flex too- look at me I can rip on this ridiculous board. At least the young guys don’t add all the dumb plastic accessories.
Skate whatever setup you want but with the recent trend of people adding bloatware to their skating to mask that fact that they're not that good at it a shaped board often comes across to me as another tool to do just that, for a lot of people I see round here anyway
I think the overall point tho is you don't get bonus points for whatever your setup is. You chose to ride that so it's just a frontside flip on flat just like anyone with a standard popsicle.Expand QuoteExpand Quote1. Switch ollie in the beginning was baffling, can he not skate switch?
2. That shit was lame, the most impressive trick was him lipsliding a four stair, and that was only cool because his board is unnecessarily huge and heavy, so fundamentally just gimmicky
3. Would literally rather watch Ben K footage any day and I’m not a Ben K fan, that dudes gimmick is like 600x better than that shit
Now that I think about it, any shape without a nose is fucking stupid. Front noseslides are literally the best feeling ledge trick out there and you want me to pay to ride a setup without a nose? Why? I would focus my deck if I snapped the nose off, why does Santa Cruz get a pass[close]
He does a good switch flip on flat @ 0:25 to start a line. The line is actually pretty fucking smooth. All of your ranting/bad takes aside, he does an awesome fs flip @ 0:42 that would be incredibly difficult for 90% of people on that board shape. This guy deserves respect and praise.[close]
Well, Winkowski is a Polish-sounding last name, so he might not be aware that they make boards that are easier to skate now.It's russian. His massive setup actually pops open to reveal a slight smaller setup. And then that setup can pop open for another smaller setup. And so on
TJ doesn't bend his knees, also Luan could kickflip the tracks in less than 3 tries.
Kader is discount Antwuan
Expand QuoteI have dragon wheels and as much as I like them on asphalt they are slow and terrible at the park.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteYeah the Powell fetish is lame. Same goes for 80s decks. If you want to ride an eighties deck knock yourself out but don’t try telling me it’s because it’s easier to ride. Because they are not. I’ve seen too many dickheads go on Reddit forums and recommend them to beginners, I’m like that’s fucked up to push your weird agenda on noobs.Expand QuoteI don't even think being old is an excuse to get crazy with your set up. I cringe when i see older guys skating and they have like an andy-anderson deck with some huge crazy colored wheels, a flyaway helmet with 25 different powell stickers on it, a t-shirt that says 'HAVE YOU SEEN HIM' and a full set of salba-style zebra print pads, including wrist guards, and then they are just barely doing kickturns. You probably don't see that kind of thing very often outside of socal but it's pretty common here.
I know some really, really good 50+ skaters and they definitely keep it mellow with their setups and outfits compared to the 'i just retired and returned to skateboarding after 30 years in the LAPD' crowd.[close]
And those curb setups are dumb. One time we were at a curb spot and this old head rolls up. He’s got like 9.5 with tiny wheels and extremely loose trucks. Poor guy could barely stay on top of the thing and I think I saw him roll away from one very inept slappy. Most of those slappy Sunday guys who actually shred curbs ride pretty normal setups with rails added.[close]
Agree with both things. There's a few exceptions, but for the most part I think specialty set ups are pointless for the average skater. In most cases you're better off skating a board most comfortable to you and just practicing more. If you're just skating that stuff cuz you like it, cool, but we don't have to pretend that those Dragon Wheels are really helping you ride through this million dollar skatepark.[close][close]
I don't genuinely judge people for their gear but at smooth parks specifically they sound like nails on a chalkboard to me
Lipslides and boardslides are fun, but not really worth it to clip unless you're doing it on something gnarly.Expand QuoteLipslides are just as boring and stupid as boardslides[close]
Sizzle is speedrunning positive to negative repExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm rocking black wheels right now but I half regret it, it's pretty bold with red bearings and red trucks but I miss lighter colors.[close]
Dude, ew. Cmon.[close]
*wipes tears* it c-can work, I just need a baker board now
There’s those dudes - the old heads trying to flex and/or relive the 80s with their weird setups. But I also see a ton of young rippers inexplicably riding these things. That’s probably a flex too- look at me I can rip on this ridiculous board. At least the young guys don’t add all the dumb plastic accessories.Expand QuoteSkate whatever setup you want but with the recent trend of people adding bloatware to their skating to mask that fact that they're not that good at it a shaped board often comes across to me as another tool to do just that, for a lot of people I see round here anyway[close]
Expand QuoteThere’s those dudes - the old heads trying to flex and/or relive the 80s with their weird setups. But I also see a ton of young rippers inexplicably riding these things. That’s probably a flex too- look at me I can rip on this ridiculous board. At least the young guys don’t add all the dumb plastic accessories.Expand QuoteSkate whatever setup you want but with the recent trend of people adding bloatware to their skating to mask that fact that they're not that good at it a shaped board often comes across to me as another tool to do just that, for a lot of people I see round here anyway[close][close]
My local scene is having a moment with shaped decks, the younger crowd is on Polar shaped decks and Heroin eggs and the old heads are on Creature/Black Labels. I also see a lot of formally strictly street folks dipping a toe into vert with the Andy Anderson deck.
This with 129s is the perfect magic carpet setup.Expand QuoteSkate whatever setup you want but with the recent trend of people adding bloatware to their skating to mask that fact that they're not that good at it a shaped board often comes across to me as another tool to do just that, for a lot of people I see round here anyway[close]
So you're telling me I'm a poser with my grimple stix true full with shaggy carpet as grip tape?
Skate whatever setup you want but with the recent trend of people adding bloatware to their skating to mask that fact that they're not that good at it a shaped board often comes across to me as another tool to do just that, for a lot of people I see round here anyway
Expand QuoteSkate whatever setup you want but with the recent trend of people adding bloatware to their skating to mask that fact that they're not that good at it a shaped board often comes across to me as another tool to do just that, for a lot of people I see round here anyway[close]
Yep. The setup isn’t part of the trick pal
I'm rocking black wheels right now but I half regret it, it's pretty bold with red bearings and red trucks but I miss lighter colors.
Did you guys miss the part where he specifically asked, do you want me to lie and say it’s rad or something. He seems like a cool guy but SoCal dickies fit hoodie beanie pube beard cruiser setup combo is more insufferable than low beanie nyc fakie manny kid to be honestExpand QuoteExpand Quote1. Switch ollie in the beginning was baffling, can he not skate switch?
2. That shit was lame, the most impressive trick was him lipsliding a four stair, and that was only cool because his board is unnecessarily huge and heavy, so fundamentally just gimmicky
3. Would literally rather watch Ben K footage any day and I’m not a Ben K fan, that dudes gimmick is like 600x better than that shit
Now that I think about it, any shape without a nose is fucking stupid. Front noseslides are literally the best feeling ledge trick out there and you want me to pay to ride a setup without a nose? Why? I would focus my deck if I snapped the nose off, why does Santa Cruz get a pass[close]
chill out fun police[close]
Fucking seriously. Some people here have the most boring, dry, rigid view of skateboarding. I cannot imagine hanging out with them is remotely fun.
As for Dragons in the park - I skated my prototype wheels in the park for like ~10 minutes before I gave up and swapped back to F4.
Expand QuoteI'm rocking black wheels right now but I half regret it, it's pretty bold with red bearings and red trucks but I miss lighter colors.[close]
I’m not judgmental of anybody’s cruiser setups on a personal level but I would assume you were a sex offender if you pulled up skating red trucks and black wheels
I don’t know if this is an unpopular opinion on here but pops fully flared part is arguably one of the worst parts of all time. Die hard pops fan but that shit was garbageI think yours more towards the popular opinion
With the amount of sex offenders around nowadays even a 100% blind guess has good chances of being rightExpand QuoteI'm rocking black wheels right now but I half regret it, it's pretty bold with red bearings and red trucks but I miss lighter colors.[close]
I’m not judgmental of anybody’s cruiser setups on a personal level but I would assume you were a sex offender if you pulled up skating red trucks and black wheels
PJ Ladd has been regressing since PJWHL.
And his Ginger Jihadi look is fucking shit.
I don’t know if this is an unpopular opinion on here but pops fully flared part is arguably one of the worst parts of all time. Die hard pops fan but that shit was garbage
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I don’t know if this is an unpopular opinion on here but pops fully flared part is arguably one of the worst parts of all time. Die hard pops fan but that shit was garbage
I don’t know if this is an unpopular opinion on here but pops fully flared part is arguably one of the worst parts of all time. Die hard pops fan but that shit was garbage
I don’t know if this is an unpopular opinion on here but pops fully flared part is arguably one of the worst parts of all time. Die hard pops fan but that shit was garbage
It doesn't matter how gnarly it is, boardslides are not impressive on skinny hubbas / sloped walls that work like wide square railsWith the amount of sex offenders around nowadays even a 100% blind guess has good chances of being rightExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm rocking black wheels right now but I half regret it, it's pretty bold with red bearings and red trucks but I miss lighter colors.[close]
I’m not judgmental of anybody’s cruiser setups on a personal level but I would assume you were a sex offender if you pulled up skating red trucks and black wheels[close]
But hey, if they think the same maybe I can join Antihero
Expand QuoteIt doesn't matter how gnarly it is, boardslides are not impressive on skinny hubbas / sloped walls that work like wide square railsWith the amount of sex offenders around nowadays even a 100% blind guess has good chances of being rightExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm rocking black wheels right now but I half regret it, it's pretty bold with red bearings and red trucks but I miss lighter colors.[close]
I’m not judgmental of anybody’s cruiser setups on a personal level but I would assume you were a sex offender if you pulled up skating red trucks and black wheels[close]
But hey, if they think the same maybe I can join Antihero[close]
What the fuck are you talking about? The "amount of Sex offenders around nowadays" ? Please stop watching fox news
some of that shit todd falcon does is actually kind of impressive
Expand QuoteI'm rocking black wheels right now but I half regret it, it's pretty bold with red bearings and red trucks but I miss lighter colors.[close]
I’m not judgmental of anybody’s cruiser setups on a personal level but I would assume you were a sex offender if you pulled up skating red trucks and black wheels
I can't stand watching people do slappies or montages of them.You’ll be old one day too
If that implies the footage is from old people, I'll be old one day too but for now if I'm watching porn I'm not searching for granniesYou’ll be old one day tooExpand QuoteI can't stand watching people do slappies or montages of them.[close]
Enjoy your youth sirIf that implies the footage is from old people, I'll be old one day too but for now if I'm watching porn I'm not searching for granniesExpand QuoteYou’ll be old one day tooExpand QuoteI can't stand watching people do slappies or montages of them.[close][close]
No offense to anyone who's into that, slappies I mean, but grannies too
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If that implies the footage is from old people, I'll be old one day too but for now if I'm watching porn I'm not searching for granniesExpand QuoteYou’ll be old one day tooExpand QuoteI can't stand watching people do slappies or montages of them.[close][close]
No offense to anyone who's into that, slappies I mean, but grannies too
I’m old and I’d rather watch a Primitive video than a Tired video…but what I don’t do is shit on the Tired video…..
I guess this isn’t the right thread for this….
Half the guys in the tired videos look like they just started skating two years ago and i'm not down to watch some guy do a 6 inch noseslide on a curb and then tick tack out of it. If you're filming and land something sketchy then you can have some self respect and keep trying it for 10 or 20 more minutes until you land it smoothly.
There are plenty of guys in their 40s who actually rip but they don't get posted on thrasher, probably because they understand skateboarding doesn't owe you shit.
What do some of u setup purists think of this guy?
http://youtu.be/LhZr02nP1Vw
Expand QuoteWhat do some of u setup purists think of this guy?
http://youtu.be/LhZr02nP1Vw[close]
Outstanding skills. I really dig him.
Unfortunately none of that Chinese NAZI crap is legit.
DLXSF Baby.
Unpopular opinion #999
Alexander the Final Cut is the greatest film ever made.
Expand QuoteHalf the guys in the tired videos look like they just started skating two years ago and i'm not down to watch some guy do a 6 inch noseslide on a curb and then tick tack out of it. If you're filming and land something sketchy then you can have some self respect and keep trying it for 10 or 20 more minutes until you land it smoothly.
There are plenty of guys in their 40s who actually rip but they don't get posted on thrasher, probably because they understand skateboarding doesn't owe you shit.[close]
I think you're kinda missing the point of the Tired videos.
They're just lighthearted fun. Skateboarding is allowed to just be fun sometimes.
just porn, maybe age appropriate pornExpand QuoteIf that implies the footage is from old people, I'll be old one day too but for now if I'm watching porn I'm not searching for granniesExpand QuoteYou’ll be old one day tooExpand QuoteI can't stand watching people do slappies or montages of them.[close][close]
No offense to anyone who's into that, slappies I mean, but grannies too[close]
So when you’re old, and doing slappies, and are about the same age as these alleged “grannies”, is it just porn of your contemporaries, so you can just call it “porn”?
I’m old and I’d rather watch a Primitive video than a Tired video…but what I don’t do is shit on the Tired video…..2023 correct opinion thread
I guess this isn’t the right thread for this….
Half the guys in the tired videos look like they just started skating two years ago and i'm not down to watch some guy do a 6 inch noseslide on a curb and then tick tack out of it. If you're filming and land something sketchy then you can have some self respect and keep trying it for 10 or 20 more minutes until you land it smoothly.
There are plenty of guys in their 40s who actually rip but they don't get posted on thrasher, probably because they understand skateboarding doesn't owe you shit.
My own unpopular opinion is I fully believe the skinny jean wave needs to make a return just to pick apart who actually wears stuff for comfortability/function and who wears stuff to fit in because there’s not one fucking argument you can give me that justifies wearing skinny jeans
Bad past behavior shouldn’t define someone. People can forgive and people can change.
Everyone’s done something wrong and/or undesirable to others. No one really has the moral high ground to point fingers.
That being said…Daan and GT are Anti Hero’s Splash Brothers/Jordan and Pippen skill wise.
Expand QuoteBad past behavior shouldn’t define someone. People can forgive and people can change.
Everyone’s done something wrong and/or undesirable to others. No one really has the moral high ground to point fingers.
That being said…Daan and GT are Anti Hero’s Splash Brothers/Jordan and Pippen skill wise.[close]
I actually agree with this mostly. For me, it's the unforgivables that I can't ignore.
Expand QuoteHalf the guys in the tired videos look like they just started skating two years ago and i'm not down to watch some guy do a 6 inch noseslide on a curb and then tick tack out of it. If you're filming and land something sketchy then you can have some self respect and keep trying it for 10 or 20 more minutes until you land it smoothly.
There are plenty of guys in their 40s who actually rip but they don't get posted on thrasher, probably because they understand skateboarding doesn't owe you shit.[close]
Guys over 40 that just started skating is their main audience though. Complaining about the level of skating in a Tired video is like watching Peppa Pig and then complain that the storyline isn't deep enough.
Dad caps are the worst and honestly look horrendously cringe if you're 30+, the only people who can still kinda pull them off are Euro kids in their early 20sSo not for dads
i think tired videos are fun to watch, but it's more for spot envy than the actual skateboarding
So not for dadsExpand QuoteDad caps are the worst and honestly look horrendously cringe if you're 30+, the only people who can still kinda pull them off are Euro kids in their early 20s[close]
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat do some of u setup purists think of this guy?
http://youtu.be/LhZr02nP1Vw[close]
Outstanding skills. I really dig him.
Unfortunately none of that Chinese NAZI crap is legit.
DLXSF Baby.
Unpopular opinion #999
Alexander the Final Cut is the greatest film ever made.[close]
I hate China (or at least the CCP) as much as the next guy, but doesn't DLX get shit made there too?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat do some of u setup purists think of this guy?
http://youtu.be/LhZr02nP1Vw[close]
Outstanding skills. I really dig him.
Unfortunately none of that Chinese NAZI crap is legit.
DLXSF Baby.
Unpopular opinion #999
Alexander the Final Cut is the greatest film ever made.[close]
I hate China (or at least the CCP) as much as the next guy, but doesn't DLX get shit made there too?[close]
Definitely do but we have the option of going USA and Mexico made.
Think about the fuel cost of shipping toys across the ocean on top of the bogus labour practices.
So sad. I'll Powell way before I NHS these days. It hurts my heart.
Unpopular opinion #4
Turnstile is the same as 311. Been saying it since day one.
Dad caps are the worst and honestly look horrendously cringe if you're 30+, the only people who can still kinda pull them off are Euro kids in their early 20s
Trucker hats for hesh, new eras for fresh, normal baseball caps for anybody who wants to wear them, pretty much anything but dad hats / 5 panels. I just hate dad hats so much now it’s been going on for years too long atpExpand QuoteDad caps are the worst and honestly look horrendously cringe if you're 30+, the only people who can still kinda pull them off are Euro kids in their early 20s[close]
What would you consider age appropriate head wear for the 30+ crowd?
Trucker hats for hesh, new eras for fresh, normal baseball caps for anybody who wants to wear them, pretty much anything but dad hats / 5 panels. I just hate dad hats so much now it’s been going on for years too long atpExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDad caps are the worst and honestly look horrendously cringe if you're 30+, the only people who can still kinda pull them off are Euro kids in their early 20s[close]
What would you consider age appropriate head wear for the 30+ crowd?[close]
Expand QuoteTrucker hats for hesh, new eras for fresh, normal baseball caps for anybody who wants to wear them, pretty much anything but dad hats / 5 panels. I just hate dad hats so much now it’s been going on for years too long atpExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDad caps are the worst and honestly look horrendously cringe if you're 30+, the only people who can still kinda pull them off are Euro kids in their early 20s[close]
What would you consider age appropriate head wear for the 30+ crowd?[close][close]
Only people with glasses should wear 5 panels or dad hats.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteTrucker hats for hesh, new eras for fresh, normal baseball caps for anybody who wants to wear them, pretty much anything but dad hats / 5 panels. I just hate dad hats so much now it’s been going on for years too long atpExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDad caps are the worst and honestly look horrendously cringe if you're 30+, the only people who can still kinda pull them off are Euro kids in their early 20s[close]
What would you consider age appropriate head wear for the 30+ crowd?[close][close]
Only people with glasses should wear 5 panels or dad hats.[close]
Good rule honestly, I’m jaded from doing the philly house show thing for years, it was beyond blown out literally before the start of the trump administration
not sure if its unpopular or not
but
cupsoles are better than vulcs *insert "change my mind" meme here*
not sure if its unpopular or notUnpopular opinion- I don’t personally notice a much of a difference
but
cupsoles are better than vulcs *insert "change my mind" meme here*
Unpopular opinion- I don’t personally notice a much of a differenceExpand Quotenot sure if its unpopular or not
but
cupsoles are better than vulcs *insert "change my mind" meme here*[close]
Expand QuoteTrucker hats for hesh, new eras for fresh, normal baseball caps for anybody who wants to wear them, pretty much anything but dad hats / 5 panels. I just hate dad hats so much now it’s been going on for years too long atpExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDad caps are the worst and honestly look horrendously cringe if you're 30+, the only people who can still kinda pull them off are Euro kids in their early 20s[close]
What would you consider age appropriate head wear for the 30+ crowd?[close][close]
Only people with glasses should wear 5 panels or dad hats.
Unpopular opinion- I don’t personally notice a much of a differenceExpand Quotenot sure if its unpopular or not
but
cupsoles are better than vulcs *insert "change my mind" meme here*[close]
Fs smith grinds on ledges are wack
Fs smith grinds on ledges are wack
Trucker hats for hesh, new eras for fresh, normal baseball caps for anybody who wants to wear them, pretty much anything but dad hats / 5 panels. I just hate dad hats so much now it’s been going on for years too long atpExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDad caps are the worst and honestly look horrendously cringe if you're 30+, the only people who can still kinda pull them off are Euro kids in their early 20s[close]
What would you consider age appropriate head wear for the 30+ crowd?[close]
Rob Welsh type of dude, 35 and can still nollie hard flip above his knees, has an egregious blaccent that nobody really talks about because they’re cool; also very fresh wade desarmo types, on the east coast dudes who skate in new eras or jerseys are weirdly good a lot of the timeExpand QuoteTrucker hats for hesh, new eras for fresh, normal baseball caps for anybody who wants to wear them, pretty much anything but dad hats / 5 panels. I just hate dad hats so much now it’s been going on for years too long atpExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDad caps are the worst and honestly look horrendously cringe if you're 30+, the only people who can still kinda pull them off are Euro kids in their early 20s[close]
What would you consider age appropriate head wear for the 30+ crowd?[close][close]
Interesting, I think 30+ wearing new eras is the worst look possible, no ideas how someone could think new Era looks better than dad/5 panel
just temple ones, I lived at one for a year, I hated all the music so much I just wasn’t cool enough to go to actual parties and most of my friends were Tyler kids
Expand QuoteFs smith grinds on ledges are wack[close]
Usually unless back 80 out or fakie.
Fs smith grinds on ledges are wack
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteFs smith grinds on ledges are wack[close]
Usually unless back 80 out or fakie.[close]
If front smiths on ledges are wrong I don't wanna be right
Expand Quotejust temple ones, I lived at one for a year, I hated all the music so much I just wasn’t cool enough to go to actual parties and most of my friends were Tyler kids[close]
i went to temple and was in a ton of bands and also cool w house people so i’m curious if we know each other
Expand QuoteExpand Quotejust temple ones, I lived at one for a year, I hated all the music so much I just wasn’t cool enough to go to actual parties and most of my friends were Tyler kids[close]
i went to temple and was in a ton of bands and also cool w house people so i’m curious if we know each other[close]
COUSIN BRIAN KILLED YOUR TEMPLE HOUSE SHOW 666
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotejust temple ones, I lived at one for a year, I hated all the music so much I just wasn’t cool enough to go to actual parties and most of my friends were Tyler kids[close]
i went to temple and was in a ton of bands and also cool w house people so i’m curious if we know each other[close]
COUSIN BRIAN KILLED YOUR TEMPLE HOUSE SHOW 666[close]
i remember liking the first record 10 years ago does that shit exist somewhere
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotejust temple ones, I lived at one for a year, I hated all the music so much I just wasn’t cool enough to go to actual parties and most of my friends were Tyler kids[close]
i went to temple and was in a ton of bands and also cool w house people so i’m curious if we know each other[close]
COUSIN BRIAN KILLED YOUR TEMPLE HOUSE SHOW 666[close]
i remember liking the first record 10 years ago does that shit exist somewhere[close]
https://cousinbrian.bandcamp.com/album/7-ep
was like 13 years ago(!!)
we played the skate jawn issue 1 and 2 release parties, that’s my biggest claim to skate fame besides seeing bam all the time
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotejust temple ones, I lived at one for a year, I hated all the music so much I just wasn’t cool enough to go to actual parties and most of my friends were Tyler kids[close]
i went to temple and was in a ton of bands and also cool w house people so i’m curious if we know each other[close]
COUSIN BRIAN KILLED YOUR TEMPLE HOUSE SHOW 666[close]
i remember liking the first record 10 years ago does that shit exist somewhere[close]
https://cousinbrian.bandcamp.com/album/7-ep
was like 13 years ago(!!)
we played the skate jawn issue 1 and 2 release parties, that’s my biggest claim to skate fame besides seeing bam all the time[close]
i would love to know what the skate jawn house is now. i saw loss leader there a million years ago
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteFs smith grinds on ledges are wack[close]
Usually unless back 80 out or fakie.[close]
If front smiths on ledges are wrong I don't wanna be right
Fs smith grinds on ledges are wack
Turnstile is the same as 311. Been saying it since day one.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat do some of u setup purists think of this guy?
http://youtu.be/LhZr02nP1Vw[close]
Outstanding skills. I really dig him.
Unfortunately none of that Chinese NAZI crap is legit.
DLXSF Baby.
Unpopular opinion #999
Alexander the Final Cut is the greatest film ever made.[close]
I hate China (or at least the CCP) as much as the next guy, but doesn't DLX get shit made there too?[close]
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotejust temple ones, I lived at one for a year, I hated all the music so much I just wasn’t cool enough to go to actual parties and most of my friends were Tyler kids[close]
i went to temple and was in a ton of bands and also cool w house people so i’m curious if we know each other[close]
COUSIN BRIAN KILLED YOUR TEMPLE HOUSE SHOW 666[close]
i remember liking the first record 10 years ago does that shit exist somewhere[close]
https://cousinbrian.bandcamp.com/album/7-ep
was like 13 years ago(!!)
we played the skate jawn issue 1 and 2 release parties, that’s my biggest claim to skate fame besides seeing bam all the time
Expand QuoteTurnstile is the same as 311. Been saying it since day one.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat do some of u setup purists think of this guy?
http://youtu.be/LhZr02nP1Vw[close]
Outstanding skills. I really dig him.
Unfortunately none of that Chinese NAZI crap is legit.
DLXSF Baby.
Unpopular opinion #999
Alexander the Final Cut is the greatest film ever made.[close]
I hate China (or at least the CCP) as much as the next guy, but doesn't DLX get shit made there too?[close][close]
Ooooof listen to their first album and EP man. Shit goes hard
never againExpand QuoteExpand QuoteTurnstile is the same as 311. Been saying it since day one.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat do some of u setup purists think of this guy?
http://youtu.be/LhZr02nP1Vw[close]
Outstanding skills. I really dig him.
Unfortunately none of that Chinese NAZI crap is legit.
DLXSF Baby.
Unpopular opinion #999
Alexander the Final Cut is the greatest film ever made.[close]
I hate China (or at least the CCP) as much as the next guy, but doesn't DLX get shit made there too?[close][close]
Ooooof listen to their first album and EP man. Shit goes hard[close]
My issue with Turnstile is that I was alive and listening to hardcore music in the 90s, and I don't need to hear it again.
Nike, Converse, and Adidas shoes are UGLY AF, try hards.
Expand QuoteNike, Converse, and Adidas shoes are UGLY AF, try hards.[close]
I prefer to keep it core.
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2495/5044/products/avatar-vallely-banshee-suede-sneaker.feature-1.png?v=1669795744)
I think Chris Gregson's filming is shit and it makes me feel dizzy to watch it. It's not quite as bad as strobeck but sometimes it's not far off. Almost everything in his videos would be so much better if it was filmed long lense and didn't feel like he was just showing off like 'wow look at the lines I can take while filming'.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteNike, Converse, and Adidas shoes are UGLY AF, try hards.[close]
I prefer to keep it core.
(https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/2495/5044/products/avatar-vallely-banshee-suede-sneaker.feature-1.png?v=1669795744)[close]
Lol, it's kind of impressive how ugly these 'yoomas are
I’m not really into anti-hero any more.
I bought their 9-inch popsicle not too long ago, and shortly after I bought it, I started reading about the shitty things the team has done here on slap. It’s made things weird whenever I skate.
I’ll ride this board, but can’t see myself supporting the brand afterward. But no judgment for those of you who are still into it.
Expand QuoteI’m not really into anti-hero any more.
I bought their 9-inch popsicle not too long ago, and shortly after I bought it, I started reading about the shitty things the team has done here on slap. It’s made things weird whenever I skate.
I’ll ride this board, but can’t see myself supporting the brand afterward. But no judgment for those of you who are still into it.[close]
I feel quite similar. I’ve thought that the eagle graphic is lame and I haven’t wanted to ride it for quite a while now. I’ve covered a bunch up. Lots of other shitty graphics too.
The shapes is the main reason I’ve been buying their boards anyway. In the future I’ll hopefully find shapes I like from other brands. Fuck all that tough guy shit. I don’t wanna rep that.
Skating a Baker now and I’m liking it a lot. I’ve got probably 10 Antiheros in the stack though. I’ll skate them but I’ll likely just sticker the graphics up.
Expand QuoteI’m not really into anti-hero any more.
I bought their 9-inch popsicle not too long ago, and shortly after I bought it, I started reading about the shitty things the team has done here on slap. It’s made things weird whenever I skate.
I’ll ride this board, but can’t see myself supporting the brand afterward. But no judgment for those of you who are still into it.[close]
I feel quite similar. I’ve thought that the eagle graphic is lame and I haven’t wanted to ride it for quite a while now. I’ve covered a bunch up. Lots of other shitty graphics too.
The shapes is the main reason I’ve been buying their boards anyway. In the future I’ll hopefully find shapes I like from other brands. Fuck all that tough guy shit. I don’t wanna rep that.
Skating a Baker now and I’m liking it a lot. I’ve got probably 10 Antiheros in the stack though. I’ll skate them but I’ll likely just sticker the graphics up.
Well luckily like 50% of current skateboard companies are using BBS wood now so you can still get quality wood without supporting AH.
What did they do that was so bad anyway?
I cannot imagine buying or not buying a deck because I cared about the team’s behavior or felt in any way that me skating that deck reflected on me.
I cannot imagine buying or not buying a deck because I cared about the team’s behavior or felt in any way that me skating that deck reflected on me.Would you skate a Jason jessee?
I cannot imagine buying or not buying a deck because I cared about the team’s behavior or felt in any way that me skating that deck reflected on me.Damn dude you should expand your mind, that’s not a very hard thing to imagine.
I cannot imagine buying or not buying a deck because I cared about the team’s behavior or felt in any way that me skating that deck reflected on me.
Expand QuoteI’m not really into anti-hero any more.
I bought their 9-inch popsicle not too long ago, and shortly after I bought it, I started reading about the shitty things the team has done here on slap. It’s made things weird whenever I skate.
I’ll ride this board, but can’t see myself supporting the brand afterward. But no judgment for those of you who are still into it.[close]
I feel quite similar. I’ve thought that the eagle graphic is lame and I haven’t wanted to ride it for quite a while now. I’ve covered a bunch up. Lots of other shitty graphics too.
The shapes is the main reason I’ve been buying their boards anyway. In the future I’ll hopefully find shapes I like from other brands. Fuck all that tough guy shit. I don’t wanna rep that.
Skating a Baker now and I’m liking it a lot. I’ve got probably 10 Antiheros in the stack though. I’ll skate them but I’ll likely just sticker the graphics up.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI’m not really into anti-hero any more.
I bought their 9-inch popsicle not too long ago, and shortly after I bought it, I started reading about the shitty things the team has done here on slap. It’s made things weird whenever I skate.
I’ll ride this board, but can’t see myself supporting the brand afterward. But no judgment for those of you who are still into it.[close]
I feel quite similar. I’ve thought that the eagle graphic is lame and I haven’t wanted to ride it for quite a while now. I’ve covered a bunch up. Lots of other shitty graphics too.
The shapes is the main reason I’ve been buying their boards anyway. In the future I’ll hopefully find shapes I like from other brands. Fuck all that tough guy shit. I don’t wanna rep that.
Skating a Baker now and I’m liking it a lot. I’ve got probably 10 Antiheros in the stack though. I’ll skate them but I’ll likely just sticker the graphics up.[close]
Not trying to be a smartass at all and genuinely asking. If you were buying AH boards for the shape how do you enjoy a baker board? Unless they changed they’re notoriously flat with zero shape.
Mariah Duran has the nicest hardflip in skating right now.Yup
I dont wanna (feel the weight of the world)
Expand QuoteI dont wanna (feel the weight of the world)[close]
I dont wanna wait (for our lives to be over)
i don't want [don't want no eeny meeny shriveled little short short man]Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI dont wanna (feel the weight of the world)[close]
I dont wanna wait (for our lives to be over)[close]
I don't want you seeing me crying (just walk away)
Don't think it deserves a thread and not sure where to put it but has anyone ever heard of "send it Steve's"? Apparently there's this demographic of skaters nowadays that have a little bit of ability and proceed to basically throw themselves at high speed off large obstacles trying tricks that are outside of their abilities. It's truly a sight to behold and a little terrifying. There were three or four of these cats at my local recently, all unrelated, and it was pretty nerve wracking to watch. I almost packed up. They try huge tricks, fast, but clearly way off, and eat it hard. Get back up immediately like nothing happened and hit the gas once again. I asked a kid I know and he called them send it Steve's. Anyone seen this? It's pretty unnerving.All will no skill has always been a part of skateboarding.
If you dont deck out your rocks on transition, youre not doing the trick.
Rails are the stupidest thing ever even on cruiser setups they’re fucking dumb I don’t care how old you are they’re always dumb I don’t respect it at all it’s tasteless and so fucking lame and looks disgusting every single time. It was cool back in the 80s but society has progressed past needing those things. I cringe so much seeing any setup with rails especially in the setup thread it’s just ridiculous to be putting rails on your board in 2023, grow the fuck up
During high school, we had a jock kinda kook friend as part of our small little group of stoner goons. Almost all of us skated so I guess he wanted to try his hand at it too. He picked up the very very basics pretty quickly. Little rocket ollies and shuvs and all that. He always looked very unstable with 0 board control but he'd just give everything his all and went as fast as he could. I remember we bombed this hill together once and he made it 98% of the way down and then ate shit so hard on the flat hitting a pinecone or rock. He was rocking a Discman and a backpack with a gallon of lime green Koolaid inside, all of which was scattered around the hot asphalt when he slammed. Every trick he tried looked like was narrowly escaping death. Very unnerving to watch indeed. Someone stole the football tackling sled from the field beside the skatepark and tipped it on its side and put it at the end of our long ledge/manny pad thing as an off rail. It didn't matter to him that he'd never done a 5050 on a curb/ledge/flatbar or anything but he'd just haul ass and somehow get on some ballerina-looking toeside bs 5050. He didn't land it, or a lot of his tricks but he'd still fully commit to everything. Ultimately, I think he was very lucky in the head to never hit his head, but he did break his femur skateboarding. He also survived testicular cancer and his parents won the lottery, so I think luck was definitely on his side in the end. That's what send it steve reminded me of.
Same unpopular opinion every year since probably 2010, VX footage (or any miniDV footage) should be illegal. They should all be decommissioned like an old musket and put in a museum.I absolutely disagree but 'decommissioned like an old musket' is hilarious
Same unpopular opinion every year since probably 2010, VX footage (or any miniDV footage) should be illegal. They should all be decommissioned like an old musket and put in a museum.
All will no skill has always been a part of skateboarding.Expand QuoteDon't think it deserves a thread and not sure where to put it but has anyone ever heard of "send it Steve's"? Apparently there's this demographic of skaters nowadays that have a little bit of ability and proceed to basically throw themselves at high speed off large obstacles trying tricks that are outside of their abilities. It's truly a sight to behold and a little terrifying. There were three or four of these cats at my local recently, all unrelated, and it was pretty nerve wracking to watch. I almost packed up. They try huge tricks, fast, but clearly way off, and eat it hard. Get back up immediately like nothing happened and hit the gas once again. I asked a kid I know and he called them send it Steve's. Anyone seen this? It's pretty unnerving.[close]
Expand QuoteAll will no skill has always been a part of skateboarding.Expand QuoteDon't think it deserves a thread and not sure where to put it but has anyone ever heard of "send it Steve's"? Apparently there's this demographic of skaters nowadays that have a little bit of ability and proceed to basically throw themselves at high speed off large obstacles trying tricks that are outside of their abilities. It's truly a sight to behold and a little terrifying. There were three or four of these cats at my local recently, all unrelated, and it was pretty nerve wracking to watch. I almost packed up. They try huge tricks, fast, but clearly way off, and eat it hard. Get back up immediately like nothing happened and hit the gas once again. I asked a kid I know and he called them send it Steve's. Anyone seen this? It's pretty unnerving.[close][close]
I think there was a time when a "send-it Steve" could go pro, or to be more clear, a time when someone with lesser natural ability could achieve pro level through sheer grit and determination.
Nowadays the bar is so high I'm pretty sure if you don't have at least some degree of natural talent there's basically no shot at being pro, at least pro on a A-tier brand.
Expand QuoteIf you dont deck out your rocks on transition, youre not doing the trick.[close]
in my experience the people who get hung up on this kinda thing are the people who think a rock to fakie is a significant trick.
Josh Kasper was the ultimate Send-It Steve.
daniel haneyExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAll will no skill has always been a part of skateboarding.Expand QuoteDon't think it deserves a thread and not sure where to put it but has anyone ever heard of "send it Steve's"? Apparently there's this demographic of skaters nowadays that have a little bit of ability and proceed to basically throw themselves at high speed off large obstacles trying tricks that are outside of their abilities. It's truly a sight to behold and a little terrifying. There were three or four of these cats at my local recently, all unrelated, and it was pretty nerve wracking to watch. I almost packed up. They try huge tricks, fast, but clearly way off, and eat it hard. Get back up immediately like nothing happened and hit the gas once again. I asked a kid I know and he called them send it Steve's. Anyone seen this? It's pretty unnerving.[close][close]
I think there was a time when a "send-it Steve" could go pro, or to be more clear, a time when someone with lesser natural ability could achieve pro level through sheer grit and determination.
Nowadays the bar is so high I'm pretty sure if you don't have at least some degree of natural talent there's basically no shot at being pro, at least pro on a A-tier brand.[close]
Simon Woodstock comes to mind.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you dont deck out your rocks on transition, youre not doing the trick.[close]
in my experience the people who get hung up on this kinda thing are the people who think a rock to fakie is a significant trick.[close]
It's kinda like a rocket flip. Yeah, the trick isn't high-caliber, but there's obviously a better way of doing it. The latest Thrasher cover was a rock to fakie, but he didn't "deck" it
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you dont deck out your rocks on transition, youre not doing the trick.[close]
in my experience the people who get hung up on this kinda thing are the people who think a rock to fakie is a significant trick.[close]
It's kinda like a rocket flip. Yeah, the trick isn't high-caliber, but there's obviously a better way of doing it. The latest Thrasher cover was a rock to fakie, but he didn't "deck" it
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you dont deck out your rocks on transition, youre not doing the trick.[close]
in my experience the people who get hung up on this kinda thing are the people who think a rock to fakie is a significant trick.[close]
It's kinda like a rocket flip. Yeah, the trick isn't high-caliber, but there's obviously a better way of doing it. The latest Thrasher cover was a rock to fakie, but he didn't "deck" it[close]
decking a rock n roll looks great. decking a rock fakie looks like dog shit 99.99% of the time (no I don't want examples of ones you think are the exception).
Expand QuoteAll will no skill has always been a part of skateboarding.Expand QuoteDon't think it deserves a thread and not sure where to put it but has anyone ever heard of "send it Steve's"? Apparently there's this demographic of skaters nowadays that have a little bit of ability and proceed to basically throw themselves at high speed off large obstacles trying tricks that are outside of their abilities. It's truly a sight to behold and a little terrifying. There were three or four of these cats at my local recently, all unrelated, and it was pretty nerve wracking to watch. I almost packed up. They try huge tricks, fast, but clearly way off, and eat it hard. Get back up immediately like nothing happened and hit the gas once again. I asked a kid I know and he called them send it Steve's. Anyone seen this? It's pretty unnerving.[close][close]
I think there was a time when a "send-it Steve" could go pro, or to be more clear, a time when someone with lesser natural ability could achieve pro level through sheer grit and determination.
Nowadays the bar is so high I'm pretty sure if you don't have at least some degree of natural talent there's basically no shot at being pro, at least pro on a A-tier brand.
Expand QuoteIf you dont deck out your rocks on transition, youre not doing the trick.[close]
in my experience the people who get hung up on this kinda thing are the people who think a rock to fakie is a significant trick.
Vans and Converse are the only acceptable skate shoes.
Don't think it deserves a thread and not sure where to put it but has anyone ever heard of "send it Steve's"? Apparently there's this demographic of skaters nowadays that have a little bit of ability and proceed to basically throw themselves at high speed off large obstacles trying tricks that are outside of their abilities. It's truly a sight to behold and a little terrifying. There were three or four of these cats at my local recently, all unrelated, and it was pretty nerve wracking to watch. I almost packed up. They try huge tricks, fast, but clearly way off, and eat it hard. Get back up immediately like nothing happened and hit the gas once again. I asked a kid I know and he called them send it Steve's. Anyone seen this? It's pretty unnerving.I was one of those guys as a teenager. It was embarrassing how long it took me to realize, hey maybe I should get good at ollieing this stuff first.
All will no skill has always been a part of skateboarding.Expand QuoteDon't think it deserves a thread and not sure where to put it but has anyone ever heard of "send it Steve's"? Apparently there's this demographic of skaters nowadays that have a little bit of ability and proceed to basically throw themselves at high speed off large obstacles trying tricks that are outside of their abilities. It's truly a sight to behold and a little terrifying. There were three or four of these cats at my local recently, all unrelated, and it was pretty nerve wracking to watch. I almost packed up. They try huge tricks, fast, but clearly way off, and eat it hard. Get back up immediately like nothing happened and hit the gas once again. I asked a kid I know and he called them send it Steve's. Anyone seen this? It's pretty unnerving.[close]
Expand QuoteVans and Converse are the only acceptable skate shoes.[close]
@ok boomer
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteVans and Converse are the only acceptable skate shoes.[close]
@ok boomer[close]
Are converse good skate shoes? When skating some transition the bottoms felt slippery to me, at least for the chucks. I had these cons I think they’re called percells that had dope flick
Developed Kickflip would make for an awesome username.
Or Sophisticated Kickflip.
Chuck Taylor’s are the ugliest fucking shoe of all time and the rubber toe thing is disgusting. Can’t even skate LRAB because it looks too much like converse. Also every single chuck Taylor enthusiast I’ve known has atrocious taste in music
Expand QuoteChuck Taylor’s are the ugliest fucking shoe of all time and the rubber toe thing is disgusting. Can’t even skate LRAB because it looks too much like converse. Also every single chuck Taylor enthusiast I’ve known has atrocious taste in music[close]
Anyone who posts in this thread as much as you do should definitely consider the possibility that they're the problem
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteChuck Taylor’s are the ugliest fucking shoe of all time and the rubber toe thing is disgusting. Can’t even skate LRAB because it looks too much like converse. Also every single chuck Taylor enthusiast I’ve known has atrocious taste in music[close]
Anyone who posts in this thread as much as you do should definitely consider the possibility that they're the problem[close]
No they are ugly, I have some terrible takes but I’m honestly just right about this
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteChuck Taylor’s are the ugliest fucking shoe of all time and the rubber toe thing is disgusting. Can’t even skate LRAB because it looks too much like converse. Also every single chuck Taylor enthusiast I’ve known has atrocious taste in music[close]
Anyone who posts in this thread as much as you do should definitely consider the possibility that they're the problem[close]
No they are ugly, I have some terrible takes but I’m honestly just right about this[close]
They're clown shoes and I say that as someone who knows someone that I respect that skates them.
I don’t think they look bad on skaters even, I just can’t get over the toe cap, it looks disgusting on adidas too
Expand QuoteI don’t think they look bad on skaters even, I just can’t get over the toe cap, it looks disgusting on adidas too[close]
Come again?
(https://i.imgur.com/F5KLEVM.jpg)
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI don’t think they look bad on skaters even, I just can’t get over the toe cap, it looks disgusting on adidas too[close]
Come again?
(https://i.imgur.com/F5KLEVM.jpg)[close]
All I can skate, the goat skate shoe
You literally can’t even see the toe cap in this pictureCome again?Expand QuoteI don’t think they look bad on skaters even, I just can’t get over the toe cap, it looks disgusting on adidas too[close]
(https://i.imgur.com/F5KLEVM.jpg)
People should leave celebrities alone in public if they ask for their space.I don't think this is an unpopular opinion but I have zero sympathy for celebrities. You make a lot of money because people like you and now you want to complain because people like you? Tuf shit. Especially like youtubers or streamers etc
then you missed him ripping burnside with brent atchley and that’s your loss holmesI saw a clip and it bummed me out knowing that since he’s skating again people will be posting his clips and reminding me he exists.
Current Alien is one of the most dignified legacy brands out there
I saw a clip and it bummed me out knowing that since he’s skating again people will be posting his clips and reminding me he exists.Expand Quotethen you missed him ripping burnside with brent atchley and that’s your loss holmes[close]
Expand QuoteCurrent Alien is one of the most dignified legacy brands out there[close]
this is less a compliment to alien and more a dog at every other legacy brand, but i don’t disagree
Expand QuoteI saw a clip and it bummed me out knowing that since he’s skating again people will be posting his clips and reminding me he exists.Expand Quotethen you missed him ripping burnside with brent atchley and that’s your loss holmes[close][close]
he rules
Curren caples needs more respect
Social acceptance is overrated, even amongst fellow skaters. I don't even know why I made this account.
People need to start including the date or at least year in the names of their video parts.
Curren caples needs more respectHe has one of the best styles ever. Wish he put out more footage though.
I haven’t worn dickies since my sophomore homecoming because after some random drunk guys at a diner clowned me for wearing dickies in front of my date “and he got the dickies on!” very traumatic to me, I have no interest in skating in pants made out of recycled Christmas wrapping paper idk how you guys do it
I haven’t worn dickies since my sophomore homecoming because after some random drunk guys at a diner clowned me for wearing dickies in front of my date “and he got the dickies on!” very traumatic to me, I have no interest in skating in pants made out of recycled Christmas wrapping paper idk how you guys do it
Expand QuoteI haven’t worn dickies since my sophomore homecoming because after some random drunk guys at a diner clowned me for wearing dickies in front of my date “and he got the dickies on!” very traumatic to me, I have no interest in skating in pants made out of recycled Christmas wrapping paper idk how you guys do it[close]
I wore Dickies all through high school, but now when I feel that cheap polyester shit, my skin crawls. I don't own any pants and hardly any clothing made from petrochemicals.
Expand QuoteI haven’t worn dickies since my sophomore homecoming because after some random drunk guys at a diner clowned me for wearing dickies in front of my date “and he got the dickies on!” very traumatic to me, I have no interest in skating in pants made out of recycled Christmas wrapping paper idk how you guys do it[close]
oooof, that must have stung. About 8 years ago, I was once pumping gas after shaving my beard into power-burns. I was on some bumfuck country music artist style.
So I'm pumping gas, just doing my thing, and from a couple pumps over I hear this guy say and repeat, "I LOOK GOOD IN MY MUUUTTON CHOOOOPS!"
It wasn't funny at the time, but now it kind of is. I haven't worn chops like that to this day.
Also I feel like people who complain about slamming in the winter don’t actually skate in the winter, slamming in four layers and a thick hoodie is a trillion times easier than slamming in a thin t shirt. If you run it out and take it on the shoulder you literally don’t feel it at all if you have a couple hoodies onI had a similar conversation here the other day but here in SoCal it’ll be in the high 40s/low 50s and it’s not comfortable to skate in a puffy jacket. It’s a dry cold so you get hot and sweaty really fast. So I’m out in one hoodie or maybe a long sleeve shirt.l, covered in sweat but my hands and feet are cold. If you stop skating you get cold again because you’re covered in sweat. And the sidewalk is still super cold if the suns not out and that’s not fun to slam on.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI haven’t worn dickies since my sophomore homecoming because after some random drunk guys at a diner clowned me for wearing dickies in front of my date “and he got the dickies on!” very traumatic to me, I have no interest in skating in pants made out of recycled Christmas wrapping paper idk how you guys do it[close]
I wore Dickies all through high school, but now when I feel that cheap polyester shit, my skin crawls. I don't own any pants and hardly any clothing made from petrochemicals.[close]
Same, my wife turned me off polyester clothes a couple of years ago and now when I'm shopping and looking for t shirts or whatever I can instantly feel when it's a poly/cotton blend. Shit feels so gross.
Super hard to find socks that are 100% cotton though.
I had a similar conversation here the other day but here in SoCal it’ll be in the high 40s/low 50s and it’s not comfortable to skate in a puffy jacket. It’s a dry cold so you get hot and sweaty really fast. So I’m out in one hoodie or maybe a long sleeve shirt.l, covered in sweat but my hands and feet are cold. If you stop skating you get cold again because you’re covered in sweat. And the sidewalk is still super cold if the suns not out and that’s not fun to slam on.Expand QuoteAlso I feel like people who complain about slamming in the winter don’t actually skate in the winter, slamming in four layers and a thick hoodie is a trillion times easier than slamming in a thin t shirt. If you run it out and take it on the shoulder you literally don’t feel it at all if you have a couple hoodies on[close]
This may not be what you consider winter but to us it is.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI haven’t worn dickies since my sophomore homecoming because after some random drunk guys at a diner clowned me for wearing dickies in front of my date “and he got the dickies on!” very traumatic to me, I have no interest in skating in pants made out of recycled Christmas wrapping paper idk how you guys do it[close]
oooof, that must have stung. About 8 years ago, I was once pumping gas after shaving my beard into power-burns. I was on some bumfuck country music artist style.
So I'm pumping gas, just doing my thing, and from a couple pumps over I hear this guy say and repeat, "I LOOK GOOD IN MY MUUUTTON CHOOOOPS!"
It wasn't funny at the time, but now it kind of is. I haven't worn chops like that to this day.[close]
I've got some pretty beefy chops myself.
Grow em back,
poosey.
I haven’t worn dickies since my sophomore homecoming because after some random drunk guys at a diner clowned me for wearing dickies in front of my date “and he got the dickies on!” very traumatic to me, I have no interest in skating in pants made out of recycled Christmas wrapping paper idk how you guys do it
I've got some pretty beefy chops myself.@IpathCats = Jon Dickson: confirmed.
Lazer flips look beautiful
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI haven’t worn dickies since my sophomore homecoming because after some random drunk guys at a diner clowned me for wearing dickies in front of my date “and he got the dickies on!” very traumatic to me, I have no interest in skating in pants made out of recycled Christmas wrapping paper idk how you guys do it[close]
oooof, that must have stung. About 8 years ago, I was once pumping gas after shaving my beard into power-burns. I was on some bumfuck country music artist style.
So I'm pumping gas, just doing my thing, and from a couple pumps over I hear this guy say and repeat, "I LOOK GOOD IN MY MUUUTTON CHOOOOPS!"
It wasn't funny at the time, but now it kind of is. I haven't worn chops like that to this day.[close]
I've got some pretty beefy chops myself.
Grow em back,
poosey.[close]
You won't be calling me a pusswah after I shave a fumanchu as soon as I get home tonight!!!
@IpathCats = Jon Dickson: confirmed.Expand QuoteI've got some pretty beefy chops myself.[close]
EDIT: Or maybe Jerry Gurney.
Fuuuck… There goes my ironclad proof.
Also I feel like people who complain about slamming in the winter don’t actually skate in the winter, slamming in four layers and a thick hoodie is a trillion times easier than slamming in a thin t shirt. If you run it out and take it on the shoulder you literally don’t feel it at all if you have a couple hoodies onGloves are an added bonus
Current Alien is one of the most dignified legacy brands out there
Expand QuoteCurrent Alien is one of the most dignified legacy brands out there[close]
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Having fun on a skateboard is cool, being a skateboarder is lame as shit.
Never been part of a solid crew but being a skateboarder rules. It feels like you know a secret nobody else knows. You are secretly better than everyone because you can do a tre fripExpand QuoteHaving fun on a skateboard is cool, being a skateboarder is lame as shit.[close]
lets be real man, the only people who say this have never been a part of a solid crew before
Never been part of a solid crew but being a skateboarder rules. It feels like you know a secret nobody else knows. You are secretly better than everyone because you can do a tre fripExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHaving fun on a skateboard is cool, being a skateboarder is lame as shit.[close]
lets be real man, the only people who say this have never been a part of a solid crew before[close]
https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cnzbdz1gmIG/?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=
David Gonzalez fucking rules and he 100% deserved SOTY that year
Being a skateboarder is the best shit ever... you get to do exercise and get out in the sun in the funnest way possible, and you can make friends with people who you otherwise would never have talked to because your lives are totally different, aside from the fact that you both obsess over a useless wooden toy.
I can't stand the type of guys who are on that 'i love skateboarding but hate skaterboarders' trip. Just comes off as the type of guy who would be bitter about being vibed.
Philly is just NYC with worse shoes and outfits.
If you centre part your hair you look like a doofus. (Unless you're kien lieu)
Expand QuotePhilly is just NYC with worse shoes and outfits.[close]
Every dude in big ass DC's has you in their sights now.
Expand QuoteExpand QuotePhilly is just NYC with worse shoes and outfits.[close]
Every dude in big ass DC's has you in their sights now.[close]
Bring ‘em. They’ll have to not trip on their clown shoes to catch me.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePhilly is just NYC with worse shoes and outfits.[close]
Every dude in big ass DC's has you in their sights now.[close]
Bring ‘em. They’ll have to not trip on their clown shoes to catch me.[close]
i know you’re joking but you would get absolutely houses at muni
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePhilly is just NYC with worse shoes and outfits.[close]
Every dude in big ass DC's has you in their sights now.[close]
Bring ‘em. They’ll have to not trip on their clown shoes to catch me.[close]
i know you’re joking but you would get absolutely houses at muni[close]
That’s the beauty of talking shit anonymously on the internet for no reason. Whatever get houses means. I’m doing my best to infer it’s meaning from my context clues.
If you centre part your hair you look like a doofus. (Unless you're kien lieu)
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePhilly is just NYC with worse shoes and outfits.[close]
Every dude in big ass DC's has you in their sights now.[close]
Bring ‘em. They’ll have to not trip on their clown shoes to catch me.[close]
i know you’re joking but you would get absolutely houses at muni[close]
That’s the beauty of talking shit anonymously on the internet for no reason. Whatever get houses means. I’m doing my best to infer it’s meaning from my context clues.[close]
autocorrect hates slang due to apple’s caucasian west coast bias much like the skateboard industry
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePhilly is just NYC with worse shoes and outfits.[close]
Every dude in big ass DC's has you in their sights now.[close]
Bring ‘em. They’ll have to not trip on their clown shoes to catch me.[close]
i know you’re joking but you would get absolutely houses at muni[close]
That’s the beauty of talking shit anonymously on the internet for no reason. Whatever get houses means. I’m doing my best to infer it’s meaning from my context clues.[close]
autocorrect hates slang due to apple’s caucasian west coast bias much like the skateboard industry[close]
you talking shit about my homeboy tim cook. his autocorrect is accurate as fuck, i dont know what youre talking about. dont make me pull up and slap you with my thunder sock
I like wearing thin pants so I can watch my board under me
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePhilly is just NYC with worse shoes and outfits.[close]
Every dude in big ass DC's has you in their sights now.[close]
Bring ‘em. They’ll have to not trip on their clown shoes to catch me.[close]
i know you’re joking but you would get absolutely houses at muni[close]
That’s the beauty of talking shit anonymously on the internet for no reason. Whatever get houses means. I’m doing my best to infer it’s meaning from my context clues.
your picture is right there on your profile. we can all see that you're dr katz's son.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePhilly is just NYC with worse shoes and outfits.[close]
Every dude in big ass DC's has you in their sights now.[close]
Bring ‘em. They’ll have to not trip on their clown shoes to catch me.[close]
i know you’re joking but you would get absolutely houses at muni[close]
That’s the beauty of talking shit anonymously on the internet for no reason. Whatever get houses means. I’m doing my best to infer it’s meaning from my context clues.
i don't like skateboarding, i actually hate it. it isn't fun or enjoyable
i changed my mind i like skateboarding actuallyExpand Quotei don't like skateboarding, i actually hate it. it isn't fun or enjoyable[close]
Why would you be on a forum for skateboarding then?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePhilly is just NYC with worse shoes and outfits.[close]
Every dude in big ass DC's has you in their sights now.[close]
Bring ‘em. They’ll have to not trip on their clown shoes to catch me.[close]
i know you’re joking but you would get absolutely houses at muni[close]
That’s the beauty of talking shit anonymously on the internet for no reason. Whatever get houses means. I’m doing my best to infer it’s meaning from my context clues.[close]
autocorrect hates slang due to apple’s caucasian west coast bias much like the skateboard industry[close]
you talking shit about my homeboy tim cook. his autocorrect is accurate as fuck, i dont know what youre talking about. dont make me pull up and slap you with my thunder sock[close]
Fr you would get absolutely housed if you said some shit like that in palo alto
more parts should include homeless people freestyle rapping
come on Nijah stop creating alt accsExpand QuoteI like wearing thin pants so I can watch my board under me[close]
Just use shorts
I think it's high time all decks come with full dimensions listed.
Width, wheelbase, nose length, tail length, overall length, concave descriptor (eg-flat, mellow, steep, etc), even a descriptor of nose and tail steepness. All these measurements make a big difference whether people acknowledge it or not and it's insane that some of these attributes are practically never disclosed.
Everyone has had a deck that worked really, really well but when you buy one you think will be nearly identical it's just not the same. You can say "I like an 8.38 x 31.875" but even if you find another deck with those exact measurements, the next one might have a longer nose and shorter tail, which will totally change the physics of the "identical" deck and it won't feel remotely the same despite being "the same size".
If you don't give a shit, you don't have to look at it. They already have all that info so it'd just be a matter of taking 1 minute to type up a label.
INB4 "just measure yourself".
I'm not going to stand there at the local skate shop counter with a tape measure and angle gauge asking to see every deck.
Also, having all the measurements would make ordering decks far less of a gamble.
I think it's high time all decks come with full dimensions listed.
Width, wheelbase, nose length, tail length, overall length, concave descriptor (eg-flat, mellow, steep, etc), even a descriptor of nose and tail steepness. All these measurements make a big difference whether people acknowledge it or not and it's insane that some of these attributes are practically never disclosed.
Everyone has had a deck that worked really, really well but when you buy one you think will be nearly identical it's just not the same. You can say "I like an 8.38 x 31.875" but even if you find another deck with those exact measurements, the next one might have a longer nose and shorter tail, which will totally change the physics of the "identical" deck and it won't feel remotely the same despite being "the same size".
If you don't give a shit, you don't have to look at it. They already have all that info so it'd just be a matter of taking 1 minute to type up a label.
INB4 "just measure yourself".
I'm not going to stand there at the local skate shop counter with a tape measure and angle gauge asking to see every deck.
Also, having all the measurements would make ordering decks far less of a gamble.
Louie dropped a new part today so obviously he is gunning for 2023 SOTY so watch out for 51 more parts, one every week.
I think it's high time all decks come with full dimensions listed.Steepness wouldn’t be reliable tho since that can differ by pressing
Width, wheelbase, nose length, tail length, overall length, concave descriptor (eg-flat, mellow, steep, etc), even a descriptor of nose and tail steepness. All these measurements make a big difference whether people acknowledge it or not and it's insane that some of these attributes are practically never disclosed.
Everyone has had a deck that worked really, really well but when you buy one you think will be nearly identical it's just not the same. You can say "I like an 8.38 x 31.875" but even if you find another deck with those exact measurements, the next one might have a longer nose and shorter tail, which will totally change the physics of the "identical" deck and it won't feel remotely the same despite being "the same size".
If you don't give a shit, you don't have to look at it. They already have all that info so it'd just be a matter of taking 1 minute to type up a label.
INB4 "just measure yourself".
I'm not going to stand there at the local skate shop counter with a tape measure and angle gauge asking to see every deck.
Also, having all the measurements would make ordering decks far less of a gamble.
Expand QuoteI think it's high time all decks come with full dimensions listed.
Width, wheelbase, nose length, tail length, overall length, concave descriptor (eg-flat, mellow, steep, etc), even a descriptor of nose and tail steepness. All these measurements make a big difference whether people acknowledge it or not and it's insane that some of these attributes are practically never disclosed.
Everyone has had a deck that worked really, really well but when you buy one you think will be nearly identical it's just not the same. You can say "I like an 8.38 x 31.875" but even if you find another deck with those exact measurements, the next one might have a longer nose and shorter tail, which will totally change the physics of the "identical" deck and it won't feel remotely the same despite being "the same size".
If you don't give a shit, you don't have to look at it. They already have all that info so it'd just be a matter of taking 1 minute to type up a label.
INB4 "just measure yourself".
I'm not going to stand there at the local skate shop counter with a tape measure and angle gauge asking to see every deck.
Also, having all the measurements would make ordering decks far less of a gamble.[close]
I know I'm throwing stones in a glass house here, but the skaters who are that neurotic about this kinda thing are a very vast minority. If you go to a crowded skatepark I'd venture that no more than 1/4 of them even know what a "wheelbase" is.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI think it's high time all decks come with full dimensions listed.
Width, wheelbase, nose length, tail length, overall length, concave descriptor (eg-flat, mellow, steep, etc), even a descriptor of nose and tail steepness. All these measurements make a big difference whether people acknowledge it or not and it's insane that some of these attributes are practically never disclosed.
Everyone has had a deck that worked really, really well but when you buy one you think will be nearly identical it's just not the same. You can say "I like an 8.38 x 31.875" but even if you find another deck with those exact measurements, the next one might have a longer nose and shorter tail, which will totally change the physics of the "identical" deck and it won't feel remotely the same despite being "the same size".
If you don't give a shit, you don't have to look at it. They already have all that info so it'd just be a matter of taking 1 minute to type up a label.
INB4 "just measure yourself".
I'm not going to stand there at the local skate shop counter with a tape measure and angle gauge asking to see every deck.
Also, having all the measurements would make ordering decks far less of a gamble.[close]
I know I'm throwing stones in a glass house here, but the skaters who are that neurotic about this kinda thing are a very vast minority. If you go to a crowded skatepark I'd venture that no more than 1/4 of them even know what a "wheelbase" is.[close]
That's the biggest bummer of the whole thing. These are measurements that objectively impact the physics of your board, which effects pop, flick, foot placement, everything. But if you actually want to explore them and understand why some boards work better for you than others you're considered "neurotic", and people will actively oppose you and trash talk you just for being interested in and wanting access to that info.
lmao this must be so hard for you.
the better you are at a trick the less cool the trick looks
case in point: shane o neill
Expand Quotethe better you are at a trick the less cool the trick looks
case in point: shane o neill[close]
Lol, I couldn't agree with you less. Very nice unpopular opinion!
Kung Fu Hustle is one of the greatest movies of all time.Not for me personally. It marks the point of no return for Chinese cinema (as far as action type movies go)
Expand QuoteHaving fun on a skateboard is cool, being a skateboarder is lame as shit.[close]
lets be real man, the only people who say this have never been a part of a solid crew before
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePhilly is just NYC with worse shoes and outfits.[close]
Every dude in big ass DC's has you in their sights now.[close]
Bring ‘em. They’ll have to not trip on their clown shoes to catch me.[close]
i know you’re joking but you would get absolutely houses at muni[close]
That’s the beauty of talking shit anonymously on the internet for no reason. Whatever get houses means. I’m doing my best to infer it’s meaning from my context clues.[close]
autocorrect hates slang due to apple’s caucasian west coast bias much like the skateboard industry[close]
you talking shit about my homeboy tim cook. his autocorrect is accurate as fuck, i dont know what youre talking about. dont make me pull up and slap you with my thunder sock[close]
Fr you would get absolutely housed if you said some shit like that in palo alto
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI think it's high time all decks come with full dimensions listed.
Width, wheelbase, nose length, tail length, overall length, concave descriptor (eg-flat, mellow, steep, etc), even a descriptor of nose and tail steepness. All these measurements make a big difference whether people acknowledge it or not and it's insane that some of these attributes are practically never disclosed.
Everyone has had a deck that worked really, really well but when you buy one you think will be nearly identical it's just not the same. You can say "I like an 8.38 x 31.875" but even if you find another deck with those exact measurements, the next one might have a longer nose and shorter tail, which will totally change the physics of the "identical" deck and it won't feel remotely the same despite being "the same size".
If you don't give a shit, you don't have to look at it. They already have all that info so it'd just be a matter of taking 1 minute to type up a label.
INB4 "just measure yourself".
I'm not going to stand there at the local skate shop counter with a tape measure and angle gauge asking to see every deck.
Also, having all the measurements would make ordering decks far less of a gamble.[close]
I know I'm throwing stones in a glass house here, but the skaters who are that neurotic about this kinda thing are a very vast minority. If you go to a crowded skatepark I'd venture that no more than 1/4 of them even know what a "wheelbase" is.[close]
That's the biggest bummer of the whole thing. These are measurements that objectively impact the physics of your board, which effects pop, flick, foot placement, everything. But if you actually want to explore them and understand why some boards work better for you than others you're considered "neurotic", and people will actively oppose you and trash talk you just for being interested in and wanting access to that info.
I think that people calling themselves "less gifted" than others really just haven't put the work in.
Sure there's gonna be some super special anatomically perfect guys that can take it further, but there's nothing keeping the average joe from learning most intermediate-difficult moves on whatever obstacles if they really want to.
I generally don't like calling anybody "gifted". Respect how much work they have put in.
if jeru the damaja received a proper education, he would be jeru the damager.
unless it's a wallhanger [which is kook shit] graphics are pointless.
I think it's high time all decks come with full dimensions listed.
Width, wheelbase, nose length, tail length, overall length, concave descriptor (eg-flat, mellow, steep, etc), even a descriptor of nose and tail steepness. All these measurements make a big difference whether people acknowledge it or not and it's insane that some of these attributes are practically never disclosed.
Everyone has had a deck that worked really, really well but when you buy one you think will be nearly identical it's just not the same. You can say "I like an 8.38 x 31.875" but even if you find another deck with those exact measurements, the next one might have a longer nose and shorter tail, which will totally change the physics of the "identical" deck and it won't feel remotely the same despite being "the same size".
If you don't give a shit, you don't have to look at it. They already have all that info so it'd just be a matter of taking 1 minute to type up a label.
INB4 "just measure yourself".
I'm not going to stand there at the local skate shop counter with a tape measure and angle gauge asking to see every deck.
Also, having all the measurements would make ordering decks far less of a gamble.
Expand QuoteI think it's high time all decks come with full dimensions listed.
Width, wheelbase, nose length, tail length, overall length, concave descriptor (eg-flat, mellow, steep, etc), even a descriptor of nose and tail steepness. All these measurements make a big difference whether people acknowledge it or not and it's insane that some of these attributes are practically never disclosed.
Everyone has had a deck that worked really, really well but when you buy one you think will be nearly identical it's just not the same. You can say "I like an 8.38 x 31.875" but even if you find another deck with those exact measurements, the next one might have a longer nose and shorter tail, which will totally change the physics of the "identical" deck and it won't feel remotely the same despite being "the same size".
If you don't give a shit, you don't have to look at it. They already have all that info so it'd just be a matter of taking 1 minute to type up a label.
INB4 "just measure yourself".
I'm not going to stand there at the local skate shop counter with a tape measure and angle gauge asking to see every deck.
Also, having all the measurements would make ordering decks far less of a gamble.[close]
i take credit for Quasi having wheelbase listed on their website
i emailed customer service complaining about it. i never got an email back, but a few months later, all their listings had now included wheelbase
Not really an opinion but why is everybody skating pepper grip all of a sudden?
Not really an opinion but why is everybody skating pepper grip all of a sudden?
Not really an opinion but why is everybody skating pepper grip all of a sudden?
Expand QuoteNot really an opinion but why is everybody skating pepper grip all of a sudden?[close]
How can you tell the difference between jessup, mob and pepper aside from asking a skater "what kind of grip is that", which is weird imo
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteNot really an opinion but why is everybody skating pepper grip all of a sudden?[close]
How can you tell the difference between jessup, mob and pepper aside from asking a skater "what kind of grip is that", which is weird imo[close]
Why did you assume that he didn’t just ask
I think this is why. I just take whatever grip is cheap and/or free and I’ve noticed I have a few leftovers pieces in my stuff now when I’d never heard of it before.Expand QuoteNot really an opinion but why is everybody skating pepper grip all of a sudden?[close]
maybe your area only, ive never seen a single person with pepper grip
but if i do recall, some online shops were giving it free with boards, so maybe that
Not really an opinion but why is everybody skating pepper grip all of a sudden?
Not really an opinion but why is everybody skating pepper grip all of a sudden?
Rodney Mullen slander shouldn’t be tolerated, he’s the GOAT I don’t give a fuck if he had terrible style, I genuinely believe street skating wouldn’t exist if he quit. We owe that autistic little skaterat everything.
Metal fucking sucks, “indie” music fucking sucks
Not really an opinion but why is everybody skating pepper grip all of a sudden?
I want Vans to keep making these shoes without the lasagna because to me, they look like the cupsole we’ve all been waiting for.
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn7UHl9yLmo/?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=
Rodney Mullen slander shouldn’t be tolerated, he’s the GOAT I don’t give a fuck if he had terrible style, I genuinely believe street skating wouldn’t exist if he quit. We owe that autistic little skaterat everything.freedom of speech vs blasphemy, both overrated
I want Vans to keep making these shoes without the lasagna because to me, they look like the cupsole we’ve all been waiting for.
https://www.instagram.com/p/Cn7UHl9yLmo/?igshid=MWI4MTIyMDE=
Metal fucking sucks, “indie” music fucking sucks
Rodney Mullen slander shouldn’t be tolerated, he’s the GOAT I don’t give a fuck if he had terrible style, I genuinely believe street skating wouldn’t exist if he quit. We owe that autistic little skaterat everything.
Rodney Mullen slander shouldn’t be tolerated, he’s the GOAT I don’t give a fuck if he had terrible style, I genuinely believe street skating wouldn’t exist if he quit. We owe that autistic little skaterat everything.Mark Gonzales invented modern street skating and was already setting the tone while Rodney was doing stationary pogos on a baby sized board that no one else rode. Ask any street pro from the early days, Transworld, Thrasher, etc. etc.
Curb-height manny pads are a far superior form of low impact skating than slappies. Idk why old guys love slappies so much, they hurt your knees almost as much as skating flat and they’re only fun if you’re going Mach 5, which creates a pretty high slam risk factor. Way easier to break yourself off skating a curb than a small manny pad. Just doing manny shuv or 180 out is way more fun than pretty much all slappy tricks. Sometimes I think the real reason slappy culture got so intertwined with old dude culture is because it’s the only kind of skating that’s way more fun with a couple of beers in yaI dunno man, they hurt my knees more than all but a few slappies. But mostly I’m terrible at manuals. Even back in the day I could only do regular ones. So not as fun for me. Also, there’s way more kinds of skating that are fun with beer.
Curb-height manny pads are a far superior form of low impact skating than slappies. Idk why old guys love slappies so much, they hurt your knees almost as much as skating flat and they’re only fun if you’re going Mach 5, which creates a pretty high slam risk factor. Way easier to break yourself off skating a curb than a small manny pad. Just doing manny shuv or 180 out is way more fun than pretty much all slappy tricks. Sometimes I think the real reason slappy culture got so intertwined with old dude culture is because it’s the only kind of skating that’s way more fun with a couple of beers in ya
Slappies got popular because you get the slide and grind marks to establish credibility without having to pop into any of them.
I kid, I enjoy slappies a lot but the curb dancing stuff and general culture of it can be a little ridiculous, but skateboarding in and of itself is ridiculous to begin with so it jives well.
Grinding>manualing
Expand QuoteCurb-height manny pads are a far superior form of low impact skating than slappies. Idk why old guys love slappies so much, they hurt your knees almost as much as skating flat and they’re only fun if you’re going Mach 5, which creates a pretty high slam risk factor. Way easier to break yourself off skating a curb than a small manny pad. Just doing manny shuv or 180 out is way more fun than pretty much all slappy tricks. Sometimes I think the real reason slappy culture got so intertwined with old dude culture is because it’s the only kind of skating that’s way more fun with a couple of beers in ya[close]
Manuals have zero friction thus having no physical affect on your body…..
However it’s the mental torment which is what an elderly skater is avoiding…..
You ever drag your tail on a 5-0? It’s called a 5-0? When you do it on a manual….it’s not called anything….
The problem is you guys are taking manny’s too seriously, if you don’t lock into it just do that heel scrape thing to balance it and try some random trick out, when you stop giving a fuck about making it perfect they’re so fun. I shamelessly scrape on mannys at the park all the time
If you clip the last stair at a long set or something and still ride away it’s 100% a make, sketchy but 100% counts
You ever drag your tail on a 5-0? It’s called a 5-0? When you do it on a manual….it’s not called anything….I consider a dragged 5-0 a 5-0 - as far as I remember it wasn’t until I’d been doing them for years that anyone thought you had to balance them. Honestly I think balanced ones are dumb unless they’re really long.
Curb-height manny pads are a far superior form of low impact skating than slappies. Idk why old guys love slappies so much, they hurt your knees almost as much as skating flat and they’re only fun if you’re going Mach 5, which creates a pretty high slam risk factor. Way easier to break yourself off skating a curb than a small manny pad. Just doing manny shuv or 180 out is way more fun than pretty much all slappy tricks. Sometimes I think the real reason slappy culture got so intertwined with old dude culture is because it’s the only kind of skating that’s way more fun with a couple of beers in yaNotice how the people who do mostly slappys are trash at transition. Skating transition at an older age would actually save your body vs slamming on a curb.
Notice how the people who do mostly slappys are trash at transition. Skating transition at an older age would actually save your body vs slamming on a curb.Expand QuoteCurb-height manny pads are a far superior form of low impact skating than slappies. Idk why old guys love slappies so much, they hurt your knees almost as much as skating flat and they’re only fun if you’re going Mach 5, which creates a pretty high slam risk factor. Way easier to break yourself off skating a curb than a small manny pad. Just doing manny shuv or 180 out is way more fun than pretty much all slappy tricks. Sometimes I think the real reason slappy culture got so intertwined with old dude culture is because it’s the only kind of skating that’s way more fun with a couple of beers in ya[close]
Guilty as charged. Can’t say which is easier on my body because I’m trash at transition.Notice how the people who do mostly slappys are trash at transition.Expand QuoteCurb-height manny pads are a far superior form of low impact skating than slappies. Idk why old guys love slappies so much, they hurt your knees almost as much as skating flat and they’re only fun if you’re going Mach 5, which creates a pretty high slam risk factor. Way easier to break yourself off skating a curb than a small manny pad. Just doing manny shuv or 180 out is way more fun than pretty much all slappy tricks. Sometimes I think the real reason slappy culture got so intertwined with old dude culture is because it’s the only kind of skating that’s way more fun with a couple of beers in ya[close]
The helmets with a bill (like &&’s) look dorkier, though I think the intent in wearing one is to look less dorky.
The helmets with a bill (like &&’s) look dorkier, though I think the intent in wearing one is to look less dorky.
Manual to flip to grind to flip to manual needs to be more of a thing.
Manual to flip to grind to flip to manual needs to be more of a thing.
Notice how the people who do mostly slappys are trash at transition. Skating transition at an older age would actually save your body vs slamming on a curb.Expand QuoteCurb-height manny pads are a far superior form of low impact skating than slappies. Idk why old guys love slappies so much, they hurt your knees almost as much as skating flat and they’re only fun if you’re going Mach 5, which creates a pretty high slam risk factor. Way easier to break yourself off skating a curb than a small manny pad. Just doing manny shuv or 180 out is way more fun than pretty much all slappy tricks. Sometimes I think the real reason slappy culture got so intertwined with old dude culture is because it’s the only kind of skating that’s way more fun with a couple of beers in ya[close]
Expand QuoteNotice how the people who do mostly slappys are trash at transition. Skating transition at an older age would actually save your body vs slamming on a curb.Expand QuoteCurb-height manny pads are a far superior form of low impact skating than slappies. Idk why old guys love slappies so much, they hurt your knees almost as much as skating flat and they’re only fun if you’re going Mach 5, which creates a pretty high slam risk factor. Way easier to break yourself off skating a curb than a small manny pad. Just doing manny shuv or 180 out is way more fun than pretty much all slappy tricks. Sometimes I think the real reason slappy culture got so intertwined with old dude culture is because it’s the only kind of skating that’s way more fun with a couple of beers in ya[close][close]
So if you haven't learn how to skate transition by the time you're 40 then you're going to be fucked later in life
It wouldn't be the worst thing if companies like rip curl, billabong, rusty, Quiksilver etc made teams and paid people enough to live on. It would make skateboarders less dependant on the energy drink and sport shoe companies (altho there'd no doubt still be an amount of cross over)
Lol yeah they all did and canned it but so did some other companies like Nike, cons, Adidas, Carhartt, dickies, Levi's and they came back again so there's a small chance it could workExpand QuoteIt wouldn't be the worst thing if companies like rip curl, billabong, rusty, Quiksilver etc made teams and paid people enough to live on. It would make skateboarders less dependant on the energy drink and sport shoe companies (altho there'd no doubt still be an amount of cross over)[close]
Didn't they try this in the past? I kinda remember those companies having skate teams when I was a kid but maybe I'm tripping. I agree though, I would way rather have those big corporations than energy drinks
"of", "fred gall" and "who?" are to SLAP what "this", "sigh...unzips" and "thanks for the gold, kind stranger" are to Reddit, and equally as unfunny.
Here’s an unpopular opinion….skaters add next to no value to these brands……This was my first thought, no skater is buying rip curl or billabong even if they pay louie a million to wear it, and nobody outside skating knows who the fuck louie lopez is
Baggy pants are the bellbottoms of the 90s and should not be coming back for an athletic activity like skateboarding. There’s actually not just baggy pants or skinny pants, there are also, relaxed fit normal pants.
It wouldn't be the worst thing if companies like rip curl, billabong, rusty, Quiksilver etc made teams and paid people enough to live on. It would make skateboarders less dependant on the energy drink and sport shoe companies (altho there'd no doubt still be an amount of cross over)
Here’s an unpopular opinion….skaters add next to no value to these brands……
It was less this is what these companies should do and more just a hypothetical alternative to everyone needing red bull or monster to pay rent. It wouldn't be the worst thing if it was possible....Expand QuoteHere’s an unpopular opinion….skaters add next to no value to these brands……[close]
A lot of "here's what company X should do" posts are predicated on an era which is now behind us. The idea that there's money floating around inside this system to pay Kader six-figured for board sales or to give a team of riders a living-wage salary to wear Billabong is some 2010s thinking, just completely detached from the current realities of the economy and the tiny little niche industry of skateboarding.
It was less this is what these companies should do and more just a hypothetical alternative to everyone needing red bull or monster to pay rent. It wouldn't be the worst thing if it was possible....Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHere’s an unpopular opinion….skaters add next to no value to these brands……[close]
A lot of "here's what company X should do" posts are predicated on an era which is now behind us. The idea that there's money floating around inside this system to pay Kader six-figured for board sales or to give a team of riders a living-wage salary to wear Billabong is some 2010s thinking, just completely detached from the current realities of the economy and the tiny little niche industry of skateboarding.[close]
Well in this not real situation it would be both. So red bull has its team of twenty people or whatever and then all these other companies can pick up those who aren't going to fit on the drink companies. It wasn't like the red bull team just quits and puts on rip curl shirts.Expand QuoteIt was less this is what these companies should do and more just a hypothetical alternative to everyone needing red bull or monster to pay rent. It wouldn't be the worst thing if it was possible....Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHere’s an unpopular opinion….skaters add next to no value to these brands……[close]
A lot of "here's what company X should do" posts are predicated on an era which is now behind us. The idea that there's money floating around inside this system to pay Kader six-figured for board sales or to give a team of riders a living-wage salary to wear Billabong is some 2010s thinking, just completely detached from the current realities of the economy and the tiny little niche industry of skateboarding.[close][close]
I'm really not trying to nitpick your argument, but why would Quiksilver be preferable to Red Bull? What value do they add which Red Bull does not?
Not true. I’ve learned a bunch since turning 45. I just started skating more, that’s the only trick to it.Expand QuoteNotice how the people who do mostly slappys are trash at transition. Skating transition at an older age would actually save your body vs slamming on a curb.Expand QuoteCurb-height manny pads are a far superior form of low impact skating than slappies. Idk why old guys love slappies so much, they hurt your knees almost as much as skating flat and they’re only fun if you’re going Mach 5, which creates a pretty high slam risk factor. Way easier to break yourself off skating a curb than a small manny pad. Just doing manny shuv or 180 out is way more fun than pretty much all slappy tricks. Sometimes I think the real reason slappy culture got so intertwined with old dude culture is because it’s the only kind of skating that’s way more fun with a couple of beers in ya[close][close]
It doesn't seem like it's possible to really learn new tricks after the age of like 45
Not true. I’ve learned a bunch since turning 45. I just started skating more, that’s the only trick to it.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteNotice how the people who do mostly slappys are trash at transition. Skating transition at an older age would actually save your body vs slamming on a curb.Expand QuoteCurb-height manny pads are a far superior form of low impact skating than slappies. Idk why old guys love slappies so much, they hurt your knees almost as much as skating flat and they’re only fun if you’re going Mach 5, which creates a pretty high slam risk factor. Way easier to break yourself off skating a curb than a small manny pad. Just doing manny shuv or 180 out is way more fun than pretty much all slappy tricks. Sometimes I think the real reason slappy culture got so intertwined with old dude culture is because it’s the only kind of skating that’s way more fun with a couple of beers in ya[close][close]
It doesn't seem like it's possible to really learn new tricks after the age of like 45[close]
I think our stuff just evolves and we tend to have less time to practice what we know. I lose tricks but gain other ones. Skating at this age does have some benefits- my skate brain is better I think. I consider how I’m doing tricks more so sometimes they coke easier.Expand QuoteNot true. I’ve learned a bunch since turning 45. I just started skating more, that’s the only trick to it.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteNotice how the people who do mostly slappys are trash at transition. Skating transition at an older age would actually save your body vs slamming on a curb.Expand QuoteCurb-height manny pads are a far superior form of low impact skating than slappies. Idk why old guys love slappies so much, they hurt your knees almost as much as skating flat and they’re only fun if you’re going Mach 5, which creates a pretty high slam risk factor. Way easier to break yourself off skating a curb than a small manny pad. Just doing manny shuv or 180 out is way more fun than pretty much all slappy tricks. Sometimes I think the real reason slappy culture got so intertwined with old dude culture is because it’s the only kind of skating that’s way more fun with a couple of beers in ya[close][close]
It doesn't seem like it's possible to really learn new tricks after the age of like 45[close][close]
Well that's cool. I hope I'm wrong. I have one friend, a true ripper, who is 46 and he seems like he's progressing all the time but whenever he lands something new he'll be like 'damn, first time landing one of them on 10 years' so really he's just maintaining his skill
I'm really not trying to nitpick your argument, but why would Quiksilver be preferable to Red Bull? What value do they add which Red Bull does not?
I’ll hit 50 this year and I’ve definitely landed stuff I could never do before in the last couple years, but there’s no way I’m claiming ‘learned it’. I put in a bunch of time and landed them all horribly but I’m happy with it. If you’re old…skate the way you want to skate…you earned it, there’s only so much free time in the day. At the same time, it’s annoying having to listen to dudes claiming ‘it’s the best!’ trying to convince someone who is doing kickflip back tails that nothing beats a solid board slide! Just be happy you’re at the dinner table….shut up and eat….Why not claim you learned it? You put in the work. When I was 19 I’d claim all sorts of barely landed tricks. If anything now I try to get them solid before I claim them.
Honestly dudes pushing 40 are probably the best skaters ever….kids that grew up on Menikmati, countless hours of skate and learning every trick on the box and flatbar in front of their house.
If anything now I try to get them solid before I claim them.Exactly why I never claim anything anymore: my tricks are about as solid as water vapor.
I’ve seen your clips you got some tricks man!Exactly why I never claim anything anymore: my tricks are about as solid as water vapor.Expand QuoteIf anything now I try to get them solid before I claim them.[close]
Skateboarding as an adult is a good hobby and more valid than like getting home from work and playing video games
Skateboarding as an adult is a good hobby and more valid than like getting home from work and playing video games
Expand QuoteSkateboarding as an adult is a good hobby and more valid than like getting home from work and playing video games[close]
It’s true. People might think you’re a nerd, but more than likely they just watch sports and don’t play them.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteSkateboarding as an adult is a good hobby and more valid than like getting home from work and playing video games[close]
It’s true. People might think you’re a nerd, but more than likely they just watch sports and don’t play them.[close]
I don't think it's seen as nerdy, more like childish. I catch myself questioning my existence when I go to the skatepark and it's full of 10 yos.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteSkateboarding as an adult is a good hobby and more valid than like getting home from work and playing video games[close]
It’s true. People might think you’re a nerd, but more than likely they just watch sports and don’t play them.[close]
I don't think it's seen as nerdy, more like childish. I catch myself questioning my existence when I go to the skatepark and it's full of 10 yos.
Baggy pants are the bellbottoms of the 90s and should not be coming back for an athletic activity like skateboarding. There’s actually not just baggy pants or skinny pants, there are also, relaxed fit normal pants.
Skateboarding as an adult is a good hobby and more valid than like getting home from work and playing video games
This is good advice. You can always pick it up again later.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSkateboarding as an adult is a good hobby and more valid than like getting home from work and playing video games[close]
It’s true. People might think you’re a nerd, but more than likely they just watch sports and don’t play them.[close]
I don't think it's seen as nerdy, more like childish. I catch myself questioning my existence when I go to the skatepark and it's full of 10 yos.[close]
Ive had a few friends ask me “are you always the oldest person at the park” or “what’s it like being the oldest person at a skatepark”. Things that I never really considered until they asked me. I remember being 17 and seeing late thirties guys and thinking it was weird, which is ironic because everyone wants to claim they are in it for life but expect you to not be around when you’re over a certain age, and as a kid you still haven’t hit that age where the odds are against you still skating. Now of course I respect everyone out there trying to skate, doesn’t matter who you are. I still prefer an empty park but sometimes it’s hard to make that time because of life responsibilities.
My unpopular opinion about this though is that if you are an absolute amazing ripper and killing it at a late age but you have kids and family, maybe you should sacrifice some skate time and skill and focus on your kids. I don’t know your life, but being good at skating takes tons of time and I’d rather enjoy the tiny windows I have to skate than ignore my kids so I can keep up with the joneses skill wise
Expand QuoteSkateboarding as an adult is a good hobby and more valid than like getting home from work and playing video games[close]
It’s true. People might think you’re a nerd, but more than likely they just watch sports and don’t play them.
I kinda think this whole….’OMG you still skate!’ Is an over sensitivity of the skater…..it kinda doesn’t happen to me… everyone is more the opposite where they want to talk about it and I’m too cool and just want to talk about pants….
I thought this was unpopular opinions 2023, not let’s circle jerk because we think we’re better than non skaters.
Anyways
I like that there’s a million board companies, and I wish there were a few more.
I kinda think this whole….’OMG you still skate!’ Is an over sensitivity of the skater…..it kinda doesn’t happen to me… everyone is more the opposite where they want to talk about it and I’m too cool and just want to talk about pants….Aren’t you in San Diego? It might be different here. Old guy skaters are everywhere
I couldn't care less about wheel size. All the spots I frequent are kinda crusty and eat urethane like it's nothing. I buy 54mm F4's solely because the extra size makes them last longer and it's the biggest I can go without risers before wheelbite becomes a problem. I'll skate them until they're well below 45mm and don't really notice a difference during their lifespan.
Board feel is never right. There's either too much or not enough. It can exist for fleeting periods of a shoe's life, but is mostly a way for us to justify our shoe selection.
I'd argue that the feel of the sidewall of the shoe matters more. For me something like a 440 has more board feel than a Vans, but the sidewall/upper aren't prone to getting as flexy and my foot feels better in them.
"board feel" concerning shoes, is overrated.
"Board feel" concerning shoes, is underrated.
"Board feel" concerning shoes, is properly rated.
Board feel is never right.
Boardfeel is an inside job and we all know it. We can get used to anything anyway.
Expand Quote"board feel" concerning shoes, is overrated.[close]Expand Quote"Board feel" concerning shoes, is underrated.[close]Expand Quote"Board feel" concerning shoes, is properly rated.[close]Expand QuoteBoard feel is never right.[close]
What even is "Board feel" concerning shoes these days?
I see enough David in his underpants in the lame instagram posts threadExpand QuoteExpand Quote"board feel" concerning shoes, is overrated.[close]Expand Quote"Board feel" concerning shoes, is underrated.[close]Expand Quote"Board feel" concerning shoes, is properly rated.[close]Expand QuoteBoard feel is never right.[close]
What even is "Board feel" concerning shoes these days?[close]
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Expand QuoteI couldn't care less about wheel size. All the spots I frequent are kinda crusty and eat urethane like it's nothing. I buy 54mm F4's solely because the extra size makes them last longer and it's the biggest I can go without risers before wheelbite becomes a problem. I'll skate them until they're well below 45mm and don't really notice a difference during their lifespan.[close]
What about wheel shape? You believe in wheel shape supremacy? Conical full or bust?
Isn't board feel just some fake marketing bollocks made up by Nike or Vans or something as an excuse to sell shite quality thin shoes
"board feel" concerning shoes, is overrated.Yeah! Like.. if you get a new pair of shoes and don’t feel it right away you’ll get used to it and your skating will be fine man
"great board feel" , "can be skated right out of the box!"...
Nightmares
I very much dislike drop ins as tricks in parts. Its not that they aren't gnarly or difficult its just... something about have to climb a fence, awkwardly balancing while trying to get yourself in to position to drop in, half the time the board gets handed to them once in position...its just so unnatural/no flow to it.
Boardfeel matters more to some than others, it's all preference.
But if a shoe has great boardfeel right out of the box it's probably not going to have much impact protection or last very long.
Breaking shoes in is not that big of a deal, idk how people enjoy skating in brand new shoes. That shit hurts your feet, and for me personally they make me skate worse.Expand Quote"great board feel" , "can be skated right out of the box!"...
Nightmares[close]
The gear equivalent of "a great guy, on and off the board"
Expand QuoteBoardfeel matters more to some than others, it's all preference.
But if a shoe has great boardfeel right out of the box it's probably not going to have much impact protection or last very long.
Breaking shoes in is not that big of a deal, idk how people enjoy skating in brand new shoes. That shit hurts your feet, and for me personally they make me skate worse.Expand Quote"great board feel" , "can be skated right out of the box!"...
Nightmares[close]
The gear equivalent of "a great guy, on and off the board"[close]
I wish I could skate a brand new pair like every two or three weeks. Once they're broken in I'm honestly ready to move onto the next pair. I can't stand when a shoe starts to get floppy.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteBoardfeel matters more to some than others, it's all preference.
But if a shoe has great boardfeel right out of the box it's probably not going to have much impact protection or last very long.
Breaking shoes in is not that big of a deal, idk how people enjoy skating in brand new shoes. That shit hurts your feet, and for me personally they make me skate worse.Expand Quote"great board feel" , "can be skated right out of the box!"...
Nightmares[close]
The gear equivalent of "a great guy, on and off the board"[close]
I wish I could skate a brand new pair like every two or three weeks. Once they're broken in I'm honestly ready to move onto the next pair. I can't stand when a shoe starts to get floppy.[close]
yea, it sucks when shoes bag out.
But a broken in cup feels way better than a new vulc IMO.
But thats a total preference thing.
Expand QuoteI very much dislike drop ins as tricks in parts. Its not that they aren't gnarly or difficult its just... something about have to climb a fence, awkwardly balancing while trying to get yourself in to position to drop in, half the time the board gets handed to them once in position...its just so unnatural/no flow to it.[close]
Like ride on grinds, they need to be special in order to remain legal.
If not, the user has a high chance of being REGULATED
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI very much dislike drop ins as tricks in parts. Its not that they aren't gnarly or difficult its just... something about have to climb a fence, awkwardly balancing while trying to get yourself in to position to drop in, half the time the board gets handed to them once in position...its just so unnatural/no flow to it.[close]
Like ride on grinds, they need to be special in order to remain legal.
If not, the user has a high chance of being REGULATED[close]
People complain here a lot about ride-on grinds, but most of the time I see them in big videos, they are being performed on a rail, hubba or other obstacle which would otherwise be completely impossible to skate. When I was young, we would see spots like that and say "it's too bad we can't skate that", because we knew that ride-on grinds weren't allowed. I'm glad that people don't think that way anymore, it makes skateboarding more interesting.
Expand QuoteI very much dislike drop ins as tricks in parts. Its not that they aren't gnarly or difficult its just... something about have to climb a fence, awkwardly balancing while trying to get yourself in to position to drop in, half the time the board gets handed to them once in position...its just so unnatural/no flow to it.[close]
Like ride on grinds, they need to be special in order to remain legal.
If not, the user has a high chance of being REGULATED
dont wnat to dig up the sailor silverman thread again but i had the opinion before that trans m2f women should not enter the womens skate contests. was reminded this morning seeing vurtclubs post on instagram about how it should be allowed.
at first glance the obvious thing to everyone is men typically crush women in sports, so i suppose in theory, some man could come in pretending to be female and steal the show.
if you think about it practically though, the world actually looked like this;
there was a red bull contest and the rules definintely were that the person entering just chooses male or female on the form and that would be the contest they are skating. there are no "gender checks" and rules against men competing in womens. this isnt the olympics.
the girl who was defeated and who is super vocal about this loss is not a stylish, influencial skateboarder - as far as "do actual skateboarders care about anything this girl has ever done" the answer is a big big no. i never watched her footage but i have heard there is flat land involved somehow in a street contest run so i'll just leave it at that.
skateboarding is a judged sport (as far as actual paid contests - dew tour, sls, xgames, olympics/world stuff - berrics games of SKATE dont pay shit lol you probably earn more to SHOW UP to SLS than WIN any batb). so that means if someone WAS clearly trying to "cheat" by pretending to be a female - the judges would clown them and possibly not even be let enter. making money in skateboarding has a FUCK TON to do with having a really good image + being well known. I dont think any sponsor would fuck with someone like this (apparently don brown fucks with taylor S which is goofy af) so another L.
the reality is, Marbie isnt gonna come flip the contest game or anything. there is no need to get angry at trans people over skate contest. they already have a hard enough time as it is.
a lot of skaters are actually not interested in contest skating either. i think they are mostly catered to non-skaters. i do watch them for kicks with my family but i am not overly excited by them like i am with seeing a cool video part with an awesome song. i think the contest sponsors are gonna choose who they believe are really marketable people to enter the contest at the end of the day and if they find a way to exploit trans people and make money off it they will definintely do it. its all about maximizing return on their investment.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI very much dislike drop ins as tricks in parts. Its not that they aren't gnarly or difficult its just... something about have to climb a fence, awkwardly balancing while trying to get yourself in to position to drop in, half the time the board gets handed to them once in position...its just so unnatural/no flow to it.[close]
Like ride on grinds, they need to be special in order to remain legal.
If not, the user has a high chance of being REGULATED[close]
The problem is there's no good way to start the clip; starting a clip standing still, perched balancing on something just seems awkward. I'm not calling for full criminalization, but agree they should be used more sparingly.
If you had stronger feet you could enjoy the board feel without worrying about if a shoe has 3mm of some magic foam in them for impact protection
I very much dislike drop ins as tricks in parts. Its not that they aren't gnarly or difficult its just... something about have to climb a fence, awkwardly balancing while trying to get yourself in to position to drop in, half the time the board gets handed to them once in position...its just so unnatural/no flow to it.
The board size you ride should be relative to your shoe size. I wear size 10-10.5 (depending on the shoe) and ride a 8.5 board. I couldn't fathom being a size 11 - 13 and riding a 7.5 or 7.75 board. Props to those who can do it thoughWell they don't really make 11'+ boards and trucks so us 13ers gotta just ride whatever. I think it matters much less for us tho.
I think they are annoying when there’s like 5 plus in your part but they work well as a clip to divide songs up or start a song with - like use the awkward getting up and balancing part as a break from the music (have song fade out or something ) and the next song starts right when they land or somethingExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI very much dislike drop ins as tricks in parts. Its not that they aren't gnarly or difficult its just... something about have to climb a fence, awkwardly balancing while trying to get yourself in to position to drop in, half the time the board gets handed to them once in position...its just so unnatural/no flow to it.[close]
Like ride on grinds, they need to be special in order to remain legal.
If not, the user has a high chance of being REGULATED[close]
The problem is there's no good way to start the clip; starting a clip standing still, perched balancing on something just seems awkward. I'm not calling for full criminalization, but agree they should be used more sparingly.[close]
That's a fair assessment, never considered that before.
If you had stronger feet you could enjoy the board feel without worrying about if a shoe has 3mm of some magic foam in them for impact protection
Well they don't really make 11'+ boards and trucks so us 13ers gotta just ride whatever. I think it matters much less for us tho.Expand QuoteThe board size you ride should be relative to your shoe size. I wear size 10-10.5 (depending on the shoe) and ride a 8.5 board. I couldn't fathom being a size 11 - 13 and riding a 7.5 or 7.75 board. Props to those who can do it though[close]
Expand Quotedont wnat to dig up the sailor silverman thread again but i had the opinion before that trans m2f women should not enter the womens skate contests. was reminded this morning seeing vurtclubs post on instagram about how it should be allowed.
at first glance the obvious thing to everyone is men typically crush women in sports, so i suppose in theory, some man could come in pretending to be female and steal the show.
if you think about it practically though, the world actually looked like this;
there was a red bull contest and the rules definintely were that the person entering just chooses male or female on the form and that would be the contest they are skating. there are no "gender checks" and rules against men competing in womens. this isnt the olympics.
the girl who was defeated and who is super vocal about this loss is not a stylish, influencial skateboarder - as far as "do actual skateboarders care about anything this girl has ever done" the answer is a big big no. i never watched her footage but i have heard there is flat land involved somehow in a street contest run so i'll just leave it at that.
skateboarding is a judged sport (as far as actual paid contests - dew tour, sls, xgames, olympics/world stuff - berrics games of SKATE dont pay shit lol you probably earn more to SHOW UP to SLS than WIN any batb). so that means if someone WAS clearly trying to "cheat" by pretending to be a female - the judges would clown them and possibly not even be let enter. making money in skateboarding has a FUCK TON to do with having a really good image + being well known. I dont think any sponsor would fuck with someone like this (apparently don brown fucks with taylor S which is goofy af) so another L.
the reality is, Marbie isnt gonna come flip the contest game or anything. there is no need to get angry at trans people over skate contest. they already have a hard enough time as it is.
a lot of skaters are actually not interested in contest skating either. i think they are mostly catered to non-skaters. i do watch them for kicks with my family but i am not overly excited by them like i am with seeing a cool video part with an awesome song. i think the contest sponsors are gonna choose who they believe are really marketable people to enter the contest at the end of the day and if they find a way to exploit trans people and make money off it they will definintely do it. its all about maximizing return on their investment.[close]
They're not going to decide who enters which category by leaving it to the judges to clown on people lol.
Well they don't really make 11'+ boards and trucks so us 13ers gotta just ride whatever. I think it matters much less for us tho.Expand QuoteThe board size you ride should be relative to your shoe size. I wear size 10-10.5 (depending on the shoe) and ride a 8.5 board. I couldn't fathom being a size 11 - 13 and riding a 7.5 or 7.75 board. Props to those who can do it though[close]
Well right now I've got a 7.75 and an 8.8 and just go with whatever I feel like riding that day. It doesn't make that much difference I kinda suck riding bothExpand QuoteWell they don't really make 11'+ boards and trucks so us 13ers gotta just ride whatever. I think it matters much less for us tho.Expand QuoteThe board size you ride should be relative to your shoe size. I wear size 10-10.5 (depending on the shoe) and ride a 8.5 board. I couldn't fathom being a size 11 - 13 and riding a 7.5 or 7.75 board. Props to those who can do it though[close][close]
True, they don't make boards that big, but I highly doubt that you are riding a 7.5 with those size 13s. And if you are, I got nothing but respect for you.
WoopsExpand QuoteWell they don't really make 11"+ boards and trucks so us 13ers gotta just ride whatever. I think it matters much less for us tho.Expand QuoteThe board size you ride should be relative to your shoe size. I wear size 10-10.5 (depending on the shoe) and ride a 8.5 board. I couldn't fathom being a size 11 - 13 and riding a 7.5 or 7.75 board. Props to those who can do it though[close][close]
Eleven foot board would be craze
My unpopular opinion was gonna be that every human life has inherent value but then I saw this dipshit posting Tucker Carlson videosThe barriers to prove it are so low that it could easily happen like it did in women's weightlifting. And as obvious as it may be to everyone in attendance, nobody wants to called t-phobic and open themselves to lawsuits so it might squeak by.Expand Quotedont wnat to dig up the sailor silverman thread again but i had the opinion before that trans m2f women should not enter the womens skate contests. was reminded this morning seeing vurtclubs post on instagram about how it should be allowed.
at first glance the obvious thing to everyone is men typically crush women in sports, so i suppose in theory, some man could come in pretending to be female and steal the show.
if you think about it practically though, the world actually looked like this;
there was a red bull contest and the rules definintely were that the person entering just chooses male or female on the form and that would be the contest they are skating. there are no "gender checks" and rules against men competing in womens. this isnt the olympics.
the girl who was defeated and who is super vocal about this loss is not a stylish, influencial skateboarder - as far as "do actual skateboarders care about anything this girl has ever done" the answer is a big big no. i never watched her footage but i have heard there is flat land involved somehow in a street contest run so i'll just leave it at that.
skateboarding is a judged sport (as far as actual paid contests - dew tour, sls, xgames, olympics/world stuff - berrics games of SKATE dont pay shit lol you probably earn more to SHOW UP to SLS than WIN any batb). so that means if someone WAS clearly trying to "cheat" by pretending to be a female - the judges would clown them and possibly not even be let enter. making money in skateboarding has a FUCK TON to do with having a really good image + being well known. I dont think any sponsor would fuck with someone like this (apparently don brown fucks with taylor S which is goofy af) so another L.
the reality is, Marbie isnt gonna come flip the contest game or anything. there is no need to get angry at trans people over skate contest. they already have a hard enough time as it is.
a lot of skaters are actually not interested in contest skating either. i think they are mostly catered to non-skaters. i do watch them for kicks with my family but i am not overly excited by them like i am with seeing a cool video part with an awesome song. i think the contest sponsors are gonna choose who they believe are really marketable people to enter the contest at the end of the day and if they find a way to exploit trans people and make money off it they will definintely do it. its all about maximizing return on their investment.[close]
All it would take is a male with the self entitlement of Sarah Silverman (I watched her footage and she didn't deserve to win either) but a man to thrust themselves into the spotlight and steal women's glory.
I could see doing away with women's contests entirely and having everyone compete against everyone since if we're equal, it's fair. And from a corporate standpoint, now they don't have to pay the winners of women's contest the same as the men's, they just pay once. Nora wanted to "not be a women skater, just a skater" so you can't really accuse the sponsors for women erasure.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ymqN9ESj-MM
Expand QuoteExpand Quotedont wnat to dig up the sailor silverman thread again but i had the opinion before that trans m2f women should not enter the womens skate contests. was reminded this morning seeing vurtclubs post on instagram about how it should be allowed.
at first glance the obvious thing to everyone is men typically crush women in sports, so i suppose in theory, some man could come in pretending to be female and steal the show.
if you think about it practically though, the world actually looked like this;
there was a red bull contest and the rules definintely were that the person entering just chooses male or female on the form and that would be the contest they are skating. there are no "gender checks" and rules against men competing in womens. this isnt the olympics.
the girl who was defeated and who is super vocal about this loss is not a stylish, influencial skateboarder - as far as "do actual skateboarders care about anything this girl has ever done" the answer is a big big no. i never watched her footage but i have heard there is flat land involved somehow in a street contest run so i'll just leave it at that.
skateboarding is a judged sport (as far as actual paid contests - dew tour, sls, xgames, olympics/world stuff - berrics games of SKATE dont pay shit lol you probably earn more to SHOW UP to SLS than WIN any batb). so that means if someone WAS clearly trying to "cheat" by pretending to be a female - the judges would clown them and possibly not even be let enter. making money in skateboarding has a FUCK TON to do with having a really good image + being well known. I dont think any sponsor would fuck with someone like this (apparently don brown fucks with taylor S which is goofy af) so another L.
the reality is, Marbie isnt gonna come flip the contest game or anything. there is no need to get angry at trans people over skate contest. they already have a hard enough time as it is.
a lot of skaters are actually not interested in contest skating either. i think they are mostly catered to non-skaters. i do watch them for kicks with my family but i am not overly excited by them like i am with seeing a cool video part with an awesome song. i think the contest sponsors are gonna choose who they believe are really marketable people to enter the contest at the end of the day and if they find a way to exploit trans people and make money off it they will definintely do it. its all about maximizing return on their investment.[close]
They're not going to decide who enters which category by leaving it to the judges to clown on people lol.[close]
i dont think anyone controversial would ever be invited to enter in the first place - UNLESS they found a way to exploit it / knew that it would make people talk about it more - a "viral" approach. which is not doing trans people any favours anyway.
the red bull competition was fiarly low level shit compared to those. was basically just a local comp - flow level - but in LA that is a pretty high level of skating still.
it sucks because this seems to be the options;
1. dont compete in contests / dont support them (seems to be the best option - unfortunately if someone DID really like the idea of contests they are excluded so its not perfect) - keep it the same basically
2. have trans division (seems not popular at all for many reasons)
3. allow anyone to compete in any division (this seems OK)
4. remove division all together (unfortuantely this means less shine for women - but maybe there is another way we can boost thme up)
imagine posting a tucker carlson video as evidence to back up your argument***I have entered an uneasy alliance with Tucker in order to double team the sexy green m&m
***operating off the assumption your argument isn't "i should be allowed to fuck the green m&m." if it is, you are seen and your feelings are valid.
You nazis are missing the point. Instead of getting triggered over Tucker, it's the point that if unenforced, guys will "identify as a female" and nobody is allowed to question, troll the contest and win. Joe Rogan may or may not be more comfortable for you but ultimately the point is if this guy did it in weightlifting, someone will do it in skateboarding.Only a gigantic asshole would do this, why should the world be designed around their shit ideas
I say do away with gendered contests entirely. Equality and let the best human win.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvUM8q21EGs
You nazis are missing the point. Instead of getting triggered over Tucker, it's the point that if unenforced, guys will "identify as a female" and nobody is allowed to question, troll the contest and win. Joe Rogan may or may not be more comfortable for you but ultimately the point is if this guy did it in weightlifting, someone will do it in skateboarding.“ ultimately the point is if this guy did it in weightlifting, someone will do it in skateboarding.”
I say do away with gendered contests entirely. Equality and let the best human win.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvUM8q21EGs
Daewon has not been fun to watch for over a decade.Oh that’s a HOT take
It's only February and this is the dumbest false equivalency I'll see all yearOnly a piece of shit would murder someone, why should our laws be designed our them?Expand QuoteOnly a gigantic asshole would do this, why should the world be designed around their shit ideasExpand QuoteYou nazis are missing the point. Instead of getting triggered over Tucker, it's the point that if unenforced, guys will "identify as a female" and nobody is allowed to question, troll the contest and win. Joe Rogan may or may not be more comfortable for you but ultimately the point is if this guy did it in weightlifting, someone will do it in skateboarding.
I say do away with gendered contests entirely. Equality and let the best human win.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvUM8q21EGs[close][close]
That's the most Tucker I've ever watched and what a disgusting, unlikeable worm. Remember when he was the fancy lad bowtie dipshit, the heir to a vast fortune and such a rotten little fuck that his mother literally abandoned him? Impressive that he was able to reinvent himself as Fox News' resident "based" troll.
You nazis are missing the point. Instead of getting triggered over Tucker, it's the point that if unenforced, guys will "identify as a female" and nobody is allowed to question, troll the contest and win. Joe Rogan may or may not be more comfortable for you but ultimately the point is if this guy did it in weightlifting, someone will do it in skateboarding.So this guys main contribution to the weightlifting world is “being trans for 9 seconds” ?
I say do away with gendered contests entirely. Equality and let the best human win.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DvUM8q21EGs
You nazis are missing the point.
Thought it might be appropriate to have an actual unpopular opinion here. Manuals blunt variations and novelty tricks on small stuff doesn't interest me at all.Oh that’s a HOT takeExpand QuoteDaewon has not been fun to watch for over a decade.[close]
Thought it might be appropriate to have an actual unpopular opinion here. Manuals blunt variations and novelty tricks on small stuff doesn't interest me at all.Expand QuoteOh that’s a HOT takeExpand QuoteDaewon has not been fun to watch for over a decade.[close][close]
Expand QuoteYou nazis are missing the point.[close]
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Expand QuoteThought it might be appropriate to have an actual unpopular opinion here. Manuals blunt variations and novelty tricks on small stuff doesn't interest me at all.Expand QuoteOh that’s a HOT takeExpand QuoteDaewon has not been fun to watch for over a decade.[close][close][close]
THERMO NUCLEAR TAKE, i kinda back it.
gnar'd for bravery either way.
This is what this thread is for
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThought it might be appropriate to have an actual unpopular opinion here. Manuals blunt variations and novelty tricks on small stuff doesn't interest me at all.Expand QuoteOh that’s a HOT takeExpand QuoteDaewon has not been fun to watch for over a decade.[close][close][close]
THERMO NUCLEAR TAKE, i kinda back it.
gnar'd for bravery either way.
This is what this thread is for[close]
The power that slap pals have over my rep scares me
If you ever need anything sire, just ring 917-692-2706
I’ll admit I could do without another long switch nose manual through a skatepark, but he does post some good stuff sometimes. Would love to see more of him doing more traditional park skatingThought it might be appropriate to have an actual unpopular opinion here. Manuals blunt variations and novelty tricks on small stuff doesn't interest me at all.Expand QuoteOh that’s a HOT takeExpand QuoteDaewon has not been fun to watch for over a decade.[close][close]
Expand QuoteYou do nazi the point.[close]
i've got one on my phone that's even more graphicExpand QuoteFirst SLAP skateboards graphic right here
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Lfgooooooo[close]i started lifting weights last year to help with my skating and i regret to inform you it gets resultsExpand QuoteWhy? Different sport. Do you think skaters are like weightlifters?
I don’t appreciate the comparison[close]
Expand Quotei've got one on my phone that's even more graphicExpand QuoteFirst SLAP skateboards graphic right here
(https://i.ibb.co/PcsJTp0/FA37-A03-F-BC86-4796-9-E14-5-FC680-C5539-B.jpg)
Lfgooooooo[close]i started lifting weights last year to help with my skating and i regret to inform you it gets resultsExpand QuoteWhy? Different sport. Do you think skaters are like weightlifters?
I don’t appreciate the comparison[close][close]
Can confirm as well
Lift weights if you want but I think there’s a difference between skater who lifts weights and weight lifter who competes in weightlifting compsi've got one on my phone that's even more graphicExpand QuoteFirst SLAP skateboards graphic right here
(https://i.ibb.co/PcsJTp0/FA37-A03-F-BC86-4796-9-E14-5-FC680-C5539-B.jpg)
Lfgooooooo[close]i started lifting weights last year to help with my skating and i regret to inform you it gets resultsExpand QuoteWhy? Different sport. Do you think skaters are like weightlifters?
I don’t appreciate the comparison[close]
Expand QuoteI very much dislike drop ins as tricks in parts. Its not that they aren't gnarly or difficult its just... something about have to climb a fence, awkwardly balancing while trying to get yourself in to position to drop in, half the time the board gets handed to them once in position...its just so unnatural/no flow to it.[close]
Like ride on grinds, they need to be special in order to remain legal.
If not, the user has a high chance of being REGULATED
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI very much dislike drop ins as tricks in parts. Its not that they aren't gnarly or difficult its just... something about have to climb a fence, awkwardly balancing while trying to get yourself in to position to drop in, half the time the board gets handed to them once in position...its just so unnatural/no flow to it.[close]
Like ride on grinds, they need to be special in order to remain legal.
If not, the user has a high chance of being REGULATED[close]
All of Alex Willms’ in his sk8 mafia part were legit IMO.
Nollie blacktail is a cool trick.
cabs with a nose or truck scrap in-between them are mid
People who are transitioning or have transitioned from m to f lose strength very quickly.
https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/news/20210715/do-trans-women-athletes-have-advantages
It's a complicated issue and there is constant research and discussion from people who actually care about these issues, rather than shitheads like Carlson/Rogan/Zuby who see it as an easy way to rile up their fans while shitting on a marginalised segment of society (just look up stats on trans self harm if you really want to find out the impact that these shitty debates have)
If you aren't involved in official sports orgs, research or are trans it's probably best to just stay out of it.
People who are transitioning or have transitioned from m to f lose strength very quickly.
https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/news/20210715/do-trans-women-athletes-have-advantages
It's a complicated issue and there is constant research and discussion from people who actually care about these issues, rather than shitheads like Carlson/Rogan/Zuby who see it as an easy way to rile up their fans while shitting on a marginalised segment of society (just look up stats on trans self harm if you really want to find out the impact that these shitty debates have)
If you aren't involved in official sports orgs, research or are trans it's probably best to just stay out of it.
Expand QuotePeople who are transitioning or have transitioned from m to f lose strength very quickly.
https://www.webmd.com/fitness-exercise/news/20210715/do-trans-women-athletes-have-advantages
It's a complicated issue and there is constant research and discussion from people who actually care about these issues, rather than shitheads like Carlson/Rogan/Zuby who see it as an easy way to rile up their fans while shitting on a marginalised segment of society (just look up stats on trans self harm if you really want to find out the impact that these shitty debates have)
If you aren't involved in official sports orgs, research or are trans it's probably best to just stay out of it.[close]
Lol cool opinion brah, this one will really rock the turbo-liberal slap messageboard
The board size you ride should be relative to your shoe size. I wear size 10-10.5 (depending on the shoe) and ride a 8.5 board. I couldn't fathom being a size 11 - 13 and riding a 7.5 or 7.75 board. Props to those who can do it though
sub 8" boards will never come back unless they are marketed for "beginners." Also 3/4 of Slap has been saying they'll come back for years so this does not belong in the unpopular opinion thread.Expand QuoteThe board size you ride should be relative to your shoe size. I wear size 10-10.5 (depending on the shoe) and ride a 8.5 board. I couldn't fathom being a size 11 - 13 and riding a 7.5 or 7.75 board. Props to those who can do it though[close]
This is what i was taught in the skateshop when i was trying to start skating. I wear 9 and skate 7.75.
since we're on the subject: I think the big boards look stupid and ugly. Disproportionate to the bodies which stand upon them
sub 8" boards will never come back unless they are marketed for "beginners." Also 3/4 of Slap has been saying they'll come back for years so this does not belong in the unpopular opinion thread.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThe board size you ride should be relative to your shoe size. I wear size 10-10.5 (depending on the shoe) and ride a 8.5 board. I couldn't fathom being a size 11 - 13 and riding a 7.5 or 7.75 board. Props to those who can do it though[close]
This is what i was taught in the skateshop when i was trying to start skating. I wear 9 and skate 7.75.
since we're on the subject: I think the big boards look stupid and ugly. Disproportionate to the bodies which stand upon them[close]
Even the kids are riding 8sExpand Quotesub 8" boards will never come back unless they are marketed for "beginners." Also 3/4 of Slap has been saying they'll come back for years so this does not belong in the unpopular opinion thread.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThe board size you ride should be relative to your shoe size. I wear size 10-10.5 (depending on the shoe) and ride a 8.5 board. I couldn't fathom being a size 11 - 13 and riding a 7.5 or 7.75 board. Props to those who can do it though[close]
This is what i was taught in the skateshop when i was trying to start skating. I wear 9 and skate 7.75.
since we're on the subject: I think the big boards look stupid and ugly. Disproportionate to the bodies which stand upon them[close][close]
If more and more women and girls start skating they'll start marketing smaller boards. It just has to be profitable.
Even the kids are riding 8sExpand QuoteExpand Quotesub 8" boards will never come back unless they are marketed for "beginners." Also 3/4 of Slap has been saying they'll come back for years so this does not belong in the unpopular opinion thread.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThe board size you ride should be relative to your shoe size. I wear size 10-10.5 (depending on the shoe) and ride a 8.5 board. I couldn't fathom being a size 11 - 13 and riding a 7.5 or 7.75 board. Props to those who can do it though[close]
This is what i was taught in the skateshop when i was trying to start skating. I wear 9 and skate 7.75.
since we're on the subject: I think the big boards look stupid and ugly. Disproportionate to the bodies which stand upon them[close][close]
If more and more women and girls start skating they'll start marketing smaller boards. It just has to be profitable.[close]
https://youtu.be/jbZOQuy2WC8
The Skateboard Mag was way fucking better than Thrasher by milesSkateboarder and Transworld were also way better than thrasher
not at allSkateboarder and Transworld were also way better than thrasherExpand QuoteThe Skateboard Mag was way fucking better than Thrasher by miles[close]
Way better photos in general and tours to parts of the world not in skate mags (the patrick Waller stuff) etc rather than dickheads go travel just to eat McDonald's, annoy the locals and skate a skatepark. Transworld did have the army and anti smoking ads but thrasher had like 30 pages of losers with Mohawks and ads for gyroscope backpacksnot at allExpand QuoteSkateboarder and Transworld were also way better than thrasherExpand QuoteThe Skateboard Mag was way fucking better than Thrasher by miles[close][close]
There’s nothing interesting going on in skateboarding at the moment
The board size you ride should be relative to your shoe size. I wear size 10-10.5 (depending on the shoe) and ride a 8.5 board. I couldn't fathom being a size 11 - 13 and riding a 7.5 or 7.75 board. Props to those who can do it though
Board sizing is completely arbitrary and you should skate whatever you want. Assigning board width according to shoe size is a /r/NewSkaters-tier idea.
Expand QuoteBoard sizing is completely arbitrary and you should skate whatever you want. Assigning board width according to shoe size is a /r/NewSkaters-tier idea.[close]
agree, but at the same time its a decent starting point for the people that would be visiting /r/newskaters
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteBoard sizing is completely arbitrary and you should skate whatever you want. Assigning board width according to shoe size is a /r/NewSkaters-tier idea.[close]
agree, but at the same time its a decent starting point for the people that would be visiting /r/newskaters[close]
But it's beneath us.
Board sizing is completely arbitrary and you should skate whatever you want. Assigning board width according to shoe size is a /r/NewSkaters-tier idea.
Expand QuoteBoard sizing is completely arbitrary and you should skate whatever you want. Assigning board width according to shoe size is a /r/NewSkaters-tier idea.[close]
It sounds like I should have provided more context for my initial board size post. I'm mostly approaching it from an aesthetic perspective. If you are running a size 13 shoe and riding a 7.5" board, its going to look like you're wearing swimming fins while standing on a 2x4.
I have the same feelings towards little kids who wear a size 6 shoe while riding a 8.5' board. It just seems impractical. But yes, skate whatever you want.
I'm gonna stop taking the bait after this because this comes up every couple days but what do people think somebody with size 13s is gonna do about a board looking small? Get 13 inch boards specially made? Compared to the size of foot it makes fuck all difference if you ride a 7.5 or a 9 inch board. I ride both (specifically a 7.75 and an 8.8 right now) and the main difference is the size of the tail. They both look way smaller than my feetExpand QuoteExpand QuoteBoard sizing is completely arbitrary and you should skate whatever you want. Assigning board width according to shoe size is a /r/NewSkaters-tier idea.[close]
It sounds like I should have provided more context for my initial board size post. I'm mostly approaching it from an aesthetic perspective. If you are running a size 13 shoe and riding a 7.5" board, its going to look like you're wearing swimming fins while standing on a 2x4.
I have the same feelings towards little kids who wear a size 6 shoe while riding a 8.5' board. It just seems impractical. But yes, skate whatever you want.[close]
I wear a size 10 and ride 8’s and it feels perfect. Do what you will with that information. Also dislike the whole gigantic board gigantic wheel trend. Looks atrocious.
I wear a sz 9 and I'm shorter. I'm trying to find a 7.75 that's under 32" w a shorter than average wheel base.How much shorter? Real has a range of smaller boards altho they may have been designed more for kids. I guess if it's the standard construction it wouldn't matter tho. Palace 7.75 are shorter wb too
How much shorter? Real has a range of smaller boards altho they may have been designed more for kids. I guess if it's the standard construction it wouldn't matter tho. Palace 7.75 are shorter wb tooExpand QuoteI wear a sz 9 and I'm shorter. I'm trying to find a 7.75 that's under 32" w a shorter than average wheel base.[close]
Size 13 here and yeah width doesn’t matter that much, they all look skinny. It is what it is. The only size that makes a difference in how it appears is length. I have long legs and short boards look stupid. I ride an 8.38 for what it’s worth. Wider boards feel comfortable but unwieldy if I’m doing tricks.I'm gonna stop taking the bait after this because this comes up every couple days but what do people think somebody with size 13s is gonna do about a board looking small? Get 13 inch boards specially made? Compared to the size of foot it makes fuck all difference if you ride a 7.5 or a 9 inch board. I ride both (specifically a 7.75 and an 8.8 right now) and the main difference is the size of the tail. They both look way smaller than my feetExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteBoard sizing is completely arbitrary and you should skate whatever you want. Assigning board width according to shoe size is a /r/NewSkaters-tier idea.[close]
It sounds like I should have provided more context for my initial board size post. I'm mostly approaching it from an aesthetic perspective. If you are running a size 13 shoe and riding a 7.5" board, its going to look like you're wearing swimming fins while standing on a 2x4.
I have the same feelings towards little kids who wear a size 6 shoe while riding a 8.5' board. It just seems impractical. But yes, skate whatever you want.[close]
I wear a size 10 and ride 8’s and it feels perfect. Do what you will with that information. Also dislike the whole gigantic board gigantic wheel trend. Looks atrocious.[close]
Allen hardware fucking sucks. I feel like I’m the only person in the world who can reliably locate an Allen key at their house, I always have one in the junk drawer, but why not just use the phillips that’s on your tool? I never strip the heads and aren’t you not supposed to recycle hardware indefinitely anyway? Don’t get the point, plus it looks weird.
I kind of like the skateboard stamps on offer from the USPS.I don’t understand the intensely negative reaction. Maybe there a bunch of fancy artistes on here
I kind of like the skateboard stamps on offer from the USPS.
Expand QuoteI kind of like the skateboard stamps on offer from the USPS.[close]
I think the hate is just because the way they posed the skaters in the stamps, holding their boards horizontal, graphic facing the viewer. Looks corny & nobody casually stands like that
Also Even tho graphics matter a bit to skaters, making the graphic the focal point of a stamp tributing skaters doesn’t make any sense
They could’ve done a stamp of a skater doing a back smith on a ledge or a trick on a handrail
That shit woudda been fire my g
I don’t want to be hurtful because I’m sure they post on here but the @blatantnostalgia ig has the cringiest fuckin captions ever
“Forcast was one of those videos that was the beginning of another great evolution in skateboarding. What was essentially a Simi Valley homie video became a body of work that inspired, motivated, and became a torch for the future of skateboarding.” Jesus fuckin Christ will you get the kumquats out of your mouth and get to the fuckin point
I don’t want to be hurtful because I’m sure they post on here but the @blatantnostalgia ig has the cringiest fuckin captions ever
“Forcast was one of those videos that was the beginning of another great evolution in skateboarding. What was essentially a Simi Valley homie video became a body of work that inspired, motivated, and became a torch for the future of skateboarding.” Jesus fuckin Christ will you get the kumquats out of your mouth and get to the fuckin point
I don’t want to be hurtful because I’m sure they post on here but the @blatantnostalgia ig has the cringiest fuckin captions ever
“Forcast was one of those videos that was the beginning of another great evolution in skateboarding. What was essentially a Simi Valley homie video became a body of work that inspired, motivated, and became a torch for the future of skateboarding.” Jesus fuckin Christ will you get the kumquats out of your mouth and get to the fuckin point
Unedited Koston back noseblunt hubba or GTFOExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI kind of like the skateboard stamps on offer from the USPS.[close]
I think the hate is just because the way they posed the skaters in the stamps, holding their boards horizontal, graphic facing the viewer. Looks corny & nobody casually stands like that
Also Even tho graphics matter a bit to skaters, making the graphic the focal point of a stamp tributing skaters doesn’t make any sense
They could’ve done a stamp of a skater doing a back smith on a ledge or a trick on a handrail
That shit woudda been fire my g[close]
Different trick silhouettes def would've been cool. Maybe more like the NBA or MLB logo. Certain tricks captured perfectly in mid air and freeze framed look cool to anyone IMO.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteBoard sizing is completely arbitrary and you should skate whatever you want. Assigning board width according to shoe size is a /r/NewSkaters-tier idea.[close]
agree, but at the same time its a decent starting point for the people that would be visiting /r/newskaters[close]
But it's beneath us.[close]
many of us, yes. But I'm sure there are a bunch of #newskaters on SLAP
I would rather skate the best Violet bloard (Lil Kim) than the best Baker bloard. Violet could be one of the coolest companies out if Ample William wasn’t involved
Allen hardware fucking sucks. I feel like I’m the only person in the world who can reliably locate an Allen key at their house, I always have one in the junk drawer, but why not just use the phillips that’s on your tool? I never strip the heads and aren’t you not supposed to recycle hardware indefinitely anyway? Don’t get the point, plus it looks weird.
Pro skateboarding is on the verge of being dead in the next 5 or so years.Ya and your mom will no longa be a whoa
Pro skateboarding is on the verge of being dead in the next 5 or so years.
Expand QuoteAllen hardware fucking sucks. I feel like I’m the only person in the world who can reliably locate an Allen key at their house, I always have one in the junk drawer, but why not just use the phillips that’s on your tool? I never strip the heads and aren’t you not supposed to recycle hardware indefinitely anyway? Don’t get the point, plus it looks weird.[close]
imo, hardware has a limited lifespan. i give it away after 2 or 3 setups.
Trucks don't need to be 55mm high. Indy's were better for the short period of time they were lower.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAllen hardware fucking sucks. I feel like I’m the only person in the world who can reliably locate an Allen key at their house, I always have one in the junk drawer, but why not just use the phillips that’s on your tool? I never strip the heads and aren’t you not supposed to recycle hardware indefinitely anyway? Don’t get the point, plus it looks weird.[close]
imo, hardware has a limited lifespan. i give it away after 2 or 3 setups.[close]
Why would hardware have a limited lifespan? It's just nuts and bolts, if they ain't broke don't fix em
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAllen hardware fucking sucks. I feel like I’m the only person in the world who can reliably locate an Allen key at their house, I always have one in the junk drawer, but why not just use the phillips that’s on your tool? I never strip the heads and aren’t you not supposed to recycle hardware indefinitely anyway? Don’t get the point, plus it looks weird.[close]
imo, hardware has a limited lifespan. i give it away after 2 or 3 setups.[close]
Why would hardware have a limited lifespan? It's just nuts and bolts, if they ain't broke don't fix em[close]
why do machine shops replace tooling by hours used instead of waiting for it to break, why do car manufactures have recommend maintenance schedules? have you ever seen a duck fart? why, y, y?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAllen hardware fucking sucks. I feel like I’m the only person in the world who can reliably locate an Allen key at their house, I always have one in the junk drawer, but why not just use the phillips that’s on your tool? I never strip the heads and aren’t you not supposed to recycle hardware indefinitely anyway? Don’t get the point, plus it looks weird.[close]
imo, hardware has a limited lifespan. i give it away after 2 or 3 setups.[close]
Why would hardware have a limited lifespan? It's just nuts and bolts, if they ain't broke don't fix em[close]
why do machine shops replace tooling by hours used instead of waiting for it to break, why do car manufactures have recommend maintenance schedules? have you ever seen a duck fart? why, y, y?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAllen hardware fucking sucks. I feel like I’m the only person in the world who can reliably locate an Allen key at their house, I always have one in the junk drawer, but why not just use the phillips that’s on your tool? I never strip the heads and aren’t you not supposed to recycle hardware indefinitely anyway? Don’t get the point, plus it looks weird.[close]
imo, hardware has a limited lifespan. i give it away after 2 or 3 setups.[close]
Why would hardware have a limited lifespan? It's just nuts and bolts, if they ain't broke don't fix em[close]
why do machine shops replace tooling by hours used instead of waiting for it to break, why do car manufactures have recommend maintenance schedules? have you ever seen a duck fart? why, y, y?[close]
Have you ever seen a duck's penis? It's like a long thin corcscrew.
everything has a limited lifespan on a long enough timeline.
bolts break, nuts strip. i've had the heads pop off, all kinds of shearing, them go all wonky bent. the threads on skateboards bolts take a beating, some savages just poke them right through their grip, they don't even pre-poke or wipe the grit off. y'all are savages, i tell you!
I was once that savage haha now I pre poke all 4 with one bolt per truck and wipe the residue off with each poke. I try to make my bolts last as long as possible now but eventually they strip or maybe warp. They’re also the cheapest component to replace.
Expand QuoteAllen hardware fucking sucks. I feel like I’m the only person in the world who can reliably locate an Allen key at their house, I always have one in the junk drawer, but why not just use the phillips that’s on your tool? I never strip the heads and aren’t you not supposed to recycle hardware indefinitely anyway? Don’t get the point, plus it looks weird.[close]
imo, hardware has a limited lifespan. i give it away after 2 or 3 setups.
why would give them away if they'd reached the end of their lifespan?
also, allen is dope. phillips gives me toystore skateboard vibes.
The Thrasher bubble will burst, SLAP will be rebooted
Newphone, little help?Expand QuoteThe Thrasher bubble will burst, SLAP will be rebooted[close]
But how much will Michael Burnett be paid then?
Trucks don't need to be 55mm high. Indy's were better for the short period of time they were lower.
Also wider boards often make for sloppier, shittier looking skating. With more surface area to land on it seems for some there is more of a lever/swerve effect. Nothing looks shittier than a short, stubby, wide board ridden by someone with Big Boys.
Expand QuoteTrucks don't need to be 55mm high. Indy's were better for the short period of time they were lower.
Also wider boards often make for sloppier, shittier looking skating. With more surface area to land on it seems for some there is more of a lever/swerve effect. Nothing looks shittier than a short, stubby, wide board ridden by someone with Big Boys.[close]
I initially felt attacked, but remembered that my skating was never stellar to begin with.
Expand QuoteTrucks don't need to be 55mm high. Indy's were better for the short period of time they were lower.
Also wider boards often make for sloppier, shittier looking skating. With more surface area to land on it seems for some there is more of a lever/swerve effect. Nothing looks shittier than a short, stubby, wide board ridden by someone with Big Boys.[close]
I initially felt attacked, but remembered that my skating was never stellar to begin with.
Expand QuotePro skateboarding is on the verge of being dead in the next 5 or so years.[close]
Why?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteTrucks don't need to be 55mm high. Indy's were better for the short period of time they were lower.
Also wider boards often make for sloppier, shittier looking skating. With more surface area to land on it seems for some there is more of a lever/swerve effect. Nothing looks shittier than a short, stubby, wide board ridden by someone with Big Boys.[close]
I initially felt attacked, but remembered that my skating was never stellar to begin with.[close]
Completely disagree. Cory Kennedy and Chico skate huge boards and look great doing so.
Expand QuoteExpand QuotePro skateboarding is on the verge of being dead in the next 5 or so years.[close]
Why?[close]
- it doesn't seem like theres a vanguard of up and comers that will replace the current pros
- there's less and less videos that seem monumental, it seems like that number is dwindling year after year partly because videos have been deprioritized and they are expensive to make
- the content pro skaters/companies produce seems to increasingly lack strict editing or have a point of view
- potentially sponsored skaters are less likely to accept being paid so little as part of being AM unless they are already rich or have family in the business
- the pay pro skaters get now doesn't seem to be keeping up with inflation
I think skateboarding itself is as strong as ever and will not die but the part of the skate industry that sponsors skaters seems to be in a bad spot as far as talent selection and money. seems like more companies will implode and nothing will replace them.
Expand QuoteExpand QuotePro skateboarding is on the verge of being dead in the next 5 or so years.[close]
Why?[close]
- it doesn't seem like theres a vanguard of up and comers that will replace the current pros
- there's less and less videos that seem monumental, it seems like that number is dwindling year after year partly because videos have been deprioritized and they are expensive to make
- the content pro skaters/companies produce seems to increasingly lack strict editing or have a point of view
- potentially sponsored skaters are less likely to accept being paid so little as part of being AM unless they are already rich or have family in the business
- the pay pro skaters get now doesn't seem to be keeping up with inflation
I think skateboarding itself is as strong as ever and will not die but the part of the skate industry that sponsors skaters seems to be in a bad spot as far as talent selection and money. seems like more companies will implode and nothing will replace them.
Expand QuoteExpand QuotePro skateboarding is on the verge of being dead in the next 5 or so years.[close]
Why?[close]
- it doesn't seem like theres a vanguard of up and comers that will replace the current pros
- there's less and less videos that seem monumental, it seems like that number is dwindling year after year partly because videos have been deprioritized and they are expensive to make
- the content pro skaters/companies produce seems to increasingly lack strict editing or have a point of view
- potentially sponsored skaters are less likely to accept being paid so little as part of being AM unless they are already rich or have family in the business
- the pay pro skaters get now doesn't seem to be keeping up with inflation
I think skateboarding itself is as strong as ever and will not die but the part of the skate industry that sponsors skaters seems to be in a bad spot as far as talent selection and money. seems like more companies will implode and nothing will replace them.
Expand QuoteExpand QuotePro skateboarding is on the verge of being dead in the next 5 or so years.[close]
Why?[close]
- it doesn't seem like theres a vanguard of up and comers that will replace the current pros
- there's less and less videos that seem monumental, it seems like that number is dwindling year after year partly because videos have been deprioritized and they are expensive to make
- the content pro skaters/companies produce seems to increasingly lack strict editing or have a point of view
- potentially sponsored skaters are less likely to accept being paid so little as part of being AM unless they are already rich or have family in the business
- the pay pro skaters get now doesn't seem to be keeping up with inflation
I think skateboarding itself is as strong as ever and will not die but the part of the skate industry that sponsors skaters seems to be in a bad spot as far as talent selection and money. seems like more companies will implode and nothing will replace them.
Expand QuoteExpand QuotePro skateboarding is on the verge of being dead in the next 5 or so years.[close]
Why?[close]
- it doesn't seem like theres a vanguard of up and comers that will replace the current pros
- there's less and less videos that seem monumental, it seems like that number is dwindling year after year partly because videos have been deprioritized and they are expensive to make
- the content pro skaters/companies produce seems to increasingly lack strict editing or have a point of view
- potentially sponsored skaters are less likely to accept being paid so little as part of being AM unless they are already rich or have family in the business
- the pay pro skaters get now doesn't seem to be keeping up with inflation
I think skateboarding itself is as strong as ever and will not die but the part of the skate industry that sponsors skaters seems to be in a bad spot as far as talent selection and money. seems like more companies will implode and nothing will replace them.
I’ve said it once before and I’ll say it again, street skating is the best it’s ever been and it’s not even close.Other than the bpsw era which will divide the room by opinion has street skating ever gotten worse as time went on?
Ishod should have been 2x SOTY not Tyshawn
Ace are an ugly rip off truck and people who ride them lack taste.
Expand QuoteIshod should have been 2x SOTY not Tyshawn[close]
Ishod going for it again would be incredible. I want that footage.
Probably a popular opinion.
But what you wrote is weird. Ishod definitely wouldn't have deserved it last year, so how does that relate to Tyshawn?
Expand QuoteAce are an ugly rip off truck and people who ride them lack taste.[close]
What should we ride?
People have always gotten more skilled but street skating’s nadir was railchomping tight pants era of early-mid 2000s, would rather watch mid 90s footage than that shit. I’m including fits/aesthetics/trick selection/spot selection as a metric though.Other than the bpsw era which will divide the room by opinion has street skating ever gotten worse as time went on?Expand QuoteI’ve said it once before and I’ll say it again, street skating is the best it’s ever been and it’s not even close.[close]
Obvs, something WITH a modicum of taste, that is NOT an ugly rip off.Expand QuoteAce are an ugly rip off truck and people who ride them lack taste.[close]
What should we ride?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAce are an ugly rip off truck and people who ride them lack taste.[close]
What should we ride?[close]
Whatever works for you. :)
I like the tight pants, the railchomping was dumb. The big camo pants late 90s were kinda lame too. Right now is definitely the best era.People have always gotten more skilled but street skating’s nadir was railchomping tight pants era of early-mid 2000s, would rather watch mid 90s footage than that shit. I’m including fits/aesthetics/trick selection/spot selection as a metric though.Expand QuoteOther than the bpsw era which will divide the room by opinion has street skating ever gotten worse as time went on?Expand QuoteI’ve said it once before and I’ll say it again, street skating is the best it’s ever been and it’s not even close.[close][close]
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAce are an ugly rip off truck and people who ride them lack taste.[close]
What should we ride?[close]
Whatever works for you. :)[close]
Gotcha, aces.
I like Violet
Ace are an ugly rip off truck and people who ride them lack taste.
Expand QuoteAce are an ugly rip off truck and people who ride them lack taste.[close]
Ace is the only attractive truck on the market.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAce are an ugly rip off truck and people who ride them lack taste.[close]
Ace is the only attractive truck on the market.[close]
Does having truck madness make you some kind of horny truck slut? I seem loyal to Indy with Ace as a bit of a side piece.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAce are an ugly rip off truck and people who ride them lack taste.[close]
Ace is the only attractive truck on the market.[close]
Does having truck madness make you some kind of horny truck slut? I seem loyal to Indy with Ace as a bit of a side piece.[close]
I don't have truck madness..? I have one skateboard I actually ride and it has Ace Trucks on it. I also have a cruiser with some old Indy 149s which I found at a thrift store.
I just think the Ace has the most slim, unique and interesting truck profile.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAce are an ugly rip off truck and people who ride them lack taste.[close]
Ace is the only attractive truck on the market.[close]
Does having truck madness make you some kind of horny truck slut? I seem loyal to Indy with Ace as a bit of a side piece.[close]
I don't have truck madness..? I have one skateboard I actually ride and it has Ace Trucks on it. I also have a cruiser with some old Indy 149s which I found at a thrift store.
I just think the Ace has the most slim, unique and interesting truck profile.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAce are an ugly rip off truck and people who ride them lack taste.[close]
Ace is the only attractive truck on the market.[close]
Does having truck madness make you some kind of horny truck slut? I seem loyal to Indy with Ace as a bit of a side piece.[close]
I don't have truck madness..? I have one skateboard I actually ride and it has Ace Trucks on it. I also have a cruiser with some old Indy 149s which I found at a thrift store.
I just think the Ace has the most slim, unique and interesting truck profile.
The Flying V on Ventures is gross, I don’t need any sort of embossed design on my trucks
Aces look like toy store Indys. I actually have a weird reaction to seeing them on setup where my brain thinks that the rider is just on a defect Stage XI. I cannot stand the way they look and the "loose trucks save lives" persona attached to them where like 90% of the dudes that ride them overcarve and swerve far too much and I just want to tell them that they can use another brand of trucks and the same tricks won't be such a PITA.
Expand QuoteAces look like toy store Indys. I actually have a weird reaction to seeing them on setup where my brain thinks that the rider is just on a defect Stage XI. I cannot stand the way they look and the "loose trucks save lives" persona attached to them where like 90% of the dudes that ride them overcarve and swerve far too much and I just want to tell them that they can use another brand of trucks and the same tricks won't be such a PITA.[close]
I feel like slappy trucks more closely embody the "toy store indy" look
I didn’t know there were so many truck oglers on here. Careful none of you get stuck in the Krux hole.
Expand QuoteAce are an ugly rip off truck and people who ride them lack taste.[close]
Ace is the only attractive truck on the market.
If you're over the age of 18, you are too old to be taking skating seriously, and you will not be getting hooked up if you aren't already. Every 14 year old is somehow better than your average 24 year old these days.
If you're over the age of 18, you are too old to be taking skating seriously, and you will not be getting hooked up if you aren't already. Every 14 year old is somehow better than your average 24 year old these days.Quickly, somebody get a message to Dan “Dr. Teeth” Corrigan!!!
Did you see am scramble this year? Everyone was like mid 20’s…..what’s causing this shift? Could it be an unhealthy number of 40 year old pros?
Quickly, somebody get a message to Dan “Dr. Teeth” Corrigan!!!Expand QuoteIf you're over the age of 18, you are too old to be taking skating seriously, and you will not be getting hooked up if you aren't already. Every 14 year old is somehow better than your average 24 year old these days.[close]
slap don't pay, get to work. ::)
You should ride the same number diameter wheels in mm as your pants waist size in inches.I ain't riding fucking 34mm wheels. 56 or bust baby.
Maybe this is for the gear thread but I feel like bigger/longer boards were driven by Indy's being the default for so long. Being big and tippy people sought out longer wheelbases and wider boards to control them more and in some cases get better pop. Now that Venture is a player again, Thunder seems to be pretty solid in the top tier, and a few smaller brands have followings you're seeing boards get a bit smaller again.Depending on what time period you're talking about I think it was the opposite. People rode Indy's because for a long time they were basically the only company making an 8 and bigger truck. I'm more talking about 00-10 basically up until theeve or the thunder 149 came out whichever was first. Technically there were ace but nobody would touch them at that time
I ain't riding fucking 34mm wheels. 56 or bust baby.Expand QuoteYou should ride the same number diameter wheels in mm as your pants waist size in inches.[close]
Right?!?I ain't riding fucking 34mm wheels. 56 or bust baby.Expand QuoteYou should ride the same number diameter wheels in mm as your pants waist size in inches.[close]
Sorry I only eat food in bar form. When you concentrate food you unleash it's awesome power, I'm told. That's why I am compressing five pounds of spaghetti into one handy mouth sized bar. Hurrmph.....mmm.....Hospital please.
Sorry I only eat food in bar form. When you concentrate food you unleash it's awesome power, I'm told. That's why I am compressing five pounds of spaghetti into one handy mouth sized bar. Hurrmph.....mmm.....Hospital please.No joke, my father in law once did this with donuts back in the day. Compressed them down into basically bite size balls and then ate like 8 of them. He had a rough time when they started to expand out in his stomach
No joke, my father in law once did this with donuts back in the day. Compressed them down into basically bite size balls and then ate like 8 of them. He had a rough time when they started to expand out in his stomachExpand QuoteSorry I only eat food in bar form. When you concentrate food you unleash it's awesome power, I'm told. That's why I am compressing five pounds of spaghetti into one handy mouth sized bar. Hurrmph.....mmm.....Hospital please.[close]
He was in his work van on his way to a job and figured he'd save some time but not some caloriesExpand QuoteNo joke, my father in law once did this with donuts back in the day. Compressed them down into basically bite size balls and then ate like 8 of them. He had a rough time when they started to expand out in his stomachExpand QuoteSorry I only eat food in bar form. When you concentrate food you unleash it's awesome power, I'm told. That's why I am compressing five pounds of spaghetti into one handy mouth sized bar. Hurrmph.....mmm.....Hospital please.[close][close]
fucking legend. pound a whole ass dozen like nothin, then wait for the pain.
what was his reasoning? just speed? was he timing himself?
one could argue that the time spent compressing the donuts could just be used to eat them at regular size, avoiding the expansion pressure in his gut/intestines all together.
He was in his work van on his way to a job and figured he'd save some time but not some caloriesExpand QuoteExpand QuoteNo joke, my father in law once did this with donuts back in the day. Compressed them down into basically bite size balls and then ate like 8 of them. He had a rough time when they started to expand out in his stomachExpand QuoteSorry I only eat food in bar form. When you concentrate food you unleash it's awesome power, I'm told. That's why I am compressing five pounds of spaghetti into one handy mouth sized bar. Hurrmph.....mmm.....Hospital please.[close][close]
fucking legend. pound a whole ass dozen like nothin, then wait for the pain.
what was his reasoning? just speed? was he timing himself?
one could argue that the time spent compressing the donuts could just be used to eat them at regular size, avoiding the expansion pressure in his gut/intestines all together.[close]
Expand Quoteslap don't pay, get to work. ::)[close]
It pays if you lurk at work ;)
Expand QuoteExpand Quoteslap don't pay, get to work. ::)[close]
It pays if you lurk at work ;)[close]
username checks out.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quoteslap don't pay, get to work. ::)[close]
It pays if you lurk at work ;)[close]
username checks out.[close]
yall should get together and drink @coldbrew at work while you lurk SLAP together. Then hold hands and kiss once because its valentines day.
Expand QuoteSorry I only eat food in bar form. When you concentrate food you unleash it's awesome power, I'm told. That's why I am compressing five pounds of spaghetti into one handy mouth sized bar. Hurrmph.....mmm.....Hospital please.[close]
i do the same but with shitting
i hold my shits in for 4 days to maximize my colon's absorbtion of vitamins and minerals.
then i shit a single 5 pound x 1 foot long cylindrical shit brick
It’s because when you hold in your poop it puts pressure on your prostate, a lot of people get a little hornier before they take a dump totally natural
I can't hold my shit at all. If the bathroom is occupied I will take poo in my room on a handy towel and then flush the parcel after the fact.
Expand QuoteI can't hold my shit at all. If the bathroom is occupied I will take poo in my room on a handy towel and then flush the parcel after the fact.[close]
While pooping onto a paper towel in your bedroom, do you ever pause and wonder “Where did it all go wrong?”
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI can't hold my shit at all. If the bathroom is occupied I will take poo in my room on a handy towel and then flush the parcel after the fact.[close]
While pooping onto a paper towel in your bedroom, do you ever pause and wonder “Where did it all go wrong?”[close]
I don't see anything wrong with it so no. I also don't use a toilet for pisses I just use some old bottles and empty them when they're topped. I think of myself as a good person for saving all that clean, drinking water that people flush away everyday like it's nothing.
Expand QuoteI can't hold my shit at all. If the bathroom is occupied I will take poo in my room on a handy towel and then flush the parcel after the fact.[close]
While pooping onto a paper towel in your bedroom, do you ever pause and wonder “Where did it all go wrong?”
Dude Round Table is gonna be pissed you told everyone how they make their pizzasExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI can't hold my shit at all. If the bathroom is occupied I will take poo in my room on a handy towel and then flush the parcel after the fact.[close]
While pooping onto a paper towel in your bedroom, do you ever pause and wonder “Where did it all go wrong?”[close]
I used to live with 3 other people and we had one bathroom. One morning my roommate was taking a shower and I had to shit really bad. I was trying to get him out of the bathroom but he was being an asshole and not cooperating. I had to go so bad I started looking around for a reasonable place to relieve myself, and spotted and empty pizza box from the night before
I do not get chad muska at all, seems like a “you had to be there” thing. Sure he’s a nice guy but my god did his skating look like shit
Pretty much. He was so larger than life and seemed to be having so much fun. Difficult to fully explain someone who wasn’t around in that era.Expand QuoteI do not get chad muska at all, seems like a “you had to be there” thing. Sure he’s a nice guy but my god did his skating look like shit[close]
I ain't even mad, you probably did have to be there.
Muskas good because he has so many phases to choose from. Personally I like guilty circa 902 Muska. I guess some people must of liked earlier the tighter sweatpants pulled up to knees version if es is bringing back that horrible shoe.Pretty much. He was so larger than life and seemed to be having so much fun. Difficult to fully explain someone who wasn’t around in that era.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI do not get chad muska at all, seems like a “you had to be there” thing. Sure he’s a nice guy but my god did his skating look like shit[close]
I ain't even mad, you probably did have to be there.[close]
I don’t think he had bad style tho- that’s just how people skated back then.
Expand QuoteI do not get chad muska at all, seems like a “you had to be there” thing. Sure he’s a nice guy but my god did his skating look like shit[close]
I ain't even mad, you probably did have to be there.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI do not get chad muska at all, seems like a “you had to be there” thing. Sure he’s a nice guy but my god did his skating look like shit[close]
I ain't even mad, you probably did have to be there.[close]
During Prime Muska he was definitely pushing the envelope when it came to skating new spots. Him and Jamie opened up the gates for a lot of tricks at spots that would later become famous. Heath and Rowley too of course.
cross lock 50-50s? totally fine and acceptable, definitely not as offensive as a lot of people on here make them out to be
cross lock 50-50s? totally fine and acceptable, definitely not as offensive as a lot of people on here make them out to be
cross lock 50-50s? totally fine and acceptable, definitely not as offensive as a lot of people on here make them out to be
cross lock 50-50s? totally fine and acceptable, definitely not as offensive as a lot of people on here make them out to be
The new Ishod Spitfire part is boring.
Expand QuoteThe new Ishod Spitfire part is boring.[close]
I enjoyed it but I can see why some people aren’t into it. His skating is really smooth and can almost be robotic at times. There are some serious bangers in this part though. That fakie flip down the SF triple set was nuts. This might be an unpopular opinion, but I enjoyed the doom song.
i once held in a shit for 5 days and weighed myself before and after. i shit you not i lost 11 pounds in 30 minutes. one of the most satisfying things ive ever done in my life
My friend, take it from me, you do not want to bring up bottlepissing here
I do not get chad muska at all, seems like a “you had to be there” thing. Sure he’s a nice guy but my god did his skating look like shit
The new Ishod Spitfire part is boring.It’s crazy the dude could put out a part that the vast majority of pros couldn’t replicate, let alone produce that level of skating every six to nine months for years
Guys it's about to get spicy. I don't even know if it's an opinion or just a fact that nobody wants to hear (not even myself):
Powell is the only legit (big) skateboard company.
Powell develops, manufactures and sells skateboards.
Ever single other company is just a marketing company that sells merch, developed and manufactured by other companies.
What does this mean? Absolutely nothing but it's probably still gonna ruin somebody's day.
Bye
Powell has that code of ethicsExpand QuoteGuys it's about to get spicy. I don't even know if it's an opinion or just a fact that nobody wants to hear (not even myself):
Powell is the only legit (big) skateboard company.
Powell develops, manufactures and sells skateboards.
Ever single other company is just a marketing company that sells merch, developed and manufactured by other companies.
What does this mean? Absolutely nothing but it's probably still gonna ruin somebody's day.
Bye[close]
Get on Powell=Get your teeth fixed
Look at Bev and look at Dan WOULD YOU PLEASE LOOK AT DAN\
Powell has that code of ethicsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteGuys it's about to get spicy. I don't even know if it's an opinion or just a fact that nobody wants to hear (not even myself):
Powell is the only legit (big) skateboard company.
Powell develops, manufactures and sells skateboards.
Ever single other company is just a marketing company that sells merch, developed and manufactured by other companies.
What does this mean? Absolutely nothing but it's probably still gonna ruin somebody's day.
Bye[close]
Get on Powell=Get your teeth fixed
Look at Bev and look at Dan WOULD YOU PLEASE LOOK AT DAN\[close]
Maintain the image
And method air
And comb your hair
I forget the rest of the handbook
But whoever follows
Will surely kook
Expand QuoteMy friend, take it from me, you do not want to bring up bottlepissing here
I do not get chad muska at all, seems like a “you had to be there” thing. Sure he’s a nice guy but my god did his skating look like shit[close]
Watching him in person, during his late toy machine days was pretty amazing. I watched him and penny skate hubba hideout and it was unreal, penny did the most amazing back tail down it like it was nothing and muska almost front shove back 50-50’d it. Penny also came pretty close to a frontside flip 180 nosegrind down it too. Same day gershon switch frontside smith’d it. Really amazing day if I hadn’t of slammed on it super hard, probably in my top 5 worst slams of my life, knocked the wind out of myself really fucking bad and hit my head super hard, other than that it was an amazing session/day.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteMy friend, take it from me, you do not want to bring up bottlepissing here
I do not get chad muska at all, seems like a “you had to be there” thing. Sure he’s a nice guy but my god did his skating look like shit[close]
Watching him in person, during his late toy machine days was pretty amazing. I watched him and penny skate hubba hideout and it was unreal, penny did the most amazing back tail down it like it was nothing and muska almost front shove back 50-50’d it. Penny also came pretty close to a frontside flip 180 nosegrind down it too. Same day gershon switch frontside smith’d it. Really amazing day if I hadn’t of slammed on it super hard, probably in my top 5 worst slams of my life, knocked the wind out of myself really fucking bad and hit my head super hard, other than that it was an amazing session/day.[close]
Mind if I ask what you were trying?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMy friend, take it from me, you do not want to bring up bottlepissing here
I do not get chad muska at all, seems like a “you had to be there” thing. Sure he’s a nice guy but my god did his skating look like shit[close]
Watching him in person, during his late toy machine days was pretty amazing. I watched him and penny skate hubba hideout and it was unreal, penny did the most amazing back tail down it like it was nothing and muska almost front shove back 50-50’d it. Penny also came pretty close to a frontside flip 180 nosegrind down it too. Same day gershon switch frontside smith’d it. Really amazing day if I hadn’t of slammed on it super hard, probably in my top 5 worst slams of my life, knocked the wind out of myself really fucking bad and hit my head super hard, other than that it was an amazing session/day.[close]
Mind if I ask what you were trying?[close]
Not at all. But take into consideration that I probably wouldn’t even be able to switch back tail it back then..but that day I started trying switch flip switch backside tailslide down it, first it was just a pipe dream but then I got it up on the ledge and then actually got locked in and slid most of it. Then, when I was ready to try and commit i over shot the tail and my wheels went on top the ledge into back lip and I was instantly thrown straight back and landed neck and shoulders first on the ground. In all fairness I should’ve never tried it, I had that trick pretty comfortably on ledges, but trying to take it down hubba was a far stretch and that slam was probably inevitable. I tried it again 3-4 years later but I couldn’t get that slam out of my head from before and I couldn’t fully commit past getting into the tailslide and then instantly bailing right after locking in. I was terrified of hubba hideout after that slam.
Skate park bowls are meh. Idky everyone wants to build those. Waste of street course space. Who the fuck wants to hang up on a front side slash fall to flat at the concrete park when you can build a back yard ramp and get good fast.
I'm too old to steal wood but I'd definitely steal some coping for someone else's build. Go out rob a work sight. Build a ramp with your homies.
Maybe you can get a vert guy as soty in a few years. Definitely not going to happen if kids ain't building ramps.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMy friend, take it from me, you do not want to bring up bottlepissing here
I do not get chad muska at all, seems like a “you had to be there” thing. Sure he’s a nice guy but my god did his skating look like shit[close]
Watching him in person, during his late toy machine days was pretty amazing. I watched him and penny skate hubba hideout and it was unreal, penny did the most amazing back tail down it like it was nothing and muska almost front shove back 50-50’d it. Penny also came pretty close to a frontside flip 180 nosegrind down it too. Same day gershon switch frontside smith’d it. Really amazing day if I hadn’t of slammed on it super hard, probably in my top 5 worst slams of my life, knocked the wind out of myself really fucking bad and hit my head super hard, other than that it was an amazing session/day.[close]
Mind if I ask what you were trying?[close]
Not at all. But take into consideration that I probably wouldn’t even be able to switch back tail it back then..but that day I started trying switch flip switch backside tailslide down it, first it was just a pipe dream but then I got it up on the ledge and then actually got locked in and slid most of it. Then, when I was ready to try and commit i over shot the tail and my wheels went on top the ledge into back lip and I was instantly thrown straight back and landed neck and shoulders first on the ground. In all fairness I should’ve never tried it, I had that trick pretty comfortably on ledges, but trying to take it down hubba was a far stretch and that slam was probably inevitable. I tried it again 3-4 years later but I couldn’t get that slam out of my head from before and I couldn’t fully commit past getting into the tailslide and then instantly bailing right after locking in. I was terrified of hubba hideout after that slam.[close]
Gotta dream big! Would have been a pretty epic NBD but that slam does sound bad. Can't blame ya for being scared of it after. Looked like a pretty burly spot by all means.
I've never seen that Muska part before. Feels weird with no huge 5050s or noseslides. Still has a tailslide down a smallish hubba though and some of the mobbest rocket flips haha
sameExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThe new Ishod Spitfire part is boring.[close]
I enjoyed it but I can see why some people aren’t into it. His skating is really smooth and can almost be robotic at times. There are some serious bangers in this part though. That fakie flip down the SF triple set was nuts. This might be an unpopular opinion, but I enjoyed the doom song.[close]
not an unpopular opinion as that is arguably one his best/most recognizable songs, but I don't think it fits in a skate video
Expand QuoteSkate park bowls are meh. Idky everyone wants to build those. Waste of street course space. Who the fuck wants to hang up on a front side slash fall to flat at the concrete park when you can build a back yard ramp and get good fast.
I'm too old to steal wood but I'd definitely steal some coping for someone else's build. Go out rob a work sight. Build a ramp with your homies.
Maybe you can get a vert guy as soty in a few years. Definitely not going to happen if kids ain't building ramps.[close]
Why put street obstacles in a skatepark when you have a whole city of streets? Skate parks are for tranny
Skate park bowls are meh. Idky everyone wants to build those. Waste of street course space. Who the fuck wants to hang up on a front side slash fall to flat at the concrete park when you can build a back yard ramp and get good fast.
I'm too old to steal wood but I'd definitely steal some coping for someone else's build. Go out rob a work sight. Build a ramp with your homies.
Maybe you can get a vert guy as soty in a few years. Definitely not going to happen if kids ain't building ramps.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI can't hold my shit at all. If the bathroom is occupied I will take poo in my room on a handy towel and then flush the parcel after the fact.[close]
While pooping onto a paper towel in your bedroom, do you ever pause and wonder “Where did it all go wrong?”[close]
I used to live with 3 other people and we had one bathroom. One morning my roommate was taking a shower and I had to shit really bad. I was trying to get him out of the bathroom but he was being an asshole and not cooperating. I had to go so bad I started looking around for a reasonable place to relieve myself, and spotted and empty pizza box from the night before
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI can't hold my shit at all. If the bathroom is occupied I will take poo in my room on a handy towel and then flush the parcel after the fact.[close]
While pooping onto a paper towel in your bedroom, do you ever pause and wonder “Where did it all go wrong?”[close]
I used to live with 3 other people and we had one bathroom. One morning my roommate was taking a shower and I had to shit really bad. I was trying to get him out of the bathroom but he was being an asshole and not cooperating. I had to go so bad I started looking around for a reasonable place to relieve myself, and spotted and empty pizza box from the night before[close]
I lived with this married couple when I was 21 and one of them would frequently walk in the shared bathroom while I was showering and just take a shit and talk to me throughout the process.
I miss that crazy old bastard. RIP Jeff.
Expand QuoteSkate park bowls are meh. Idky everyone wants to build those. Waste of street course space. Who the fuck wants to hang up on a front side slash fall to flat at the concrete park when you can build a back yard ramp and get good fast.
I'm too old to steal wood but I'd definitely steal some coping for someone else's build. Go out rob a work sight. Build a ramp with your homies.
Maybe you can get a vert guy as soty in a few years. Definitely not going to happen if kids ain't building ramps.[close]
how many skaters do you know who have space for a backyard ramp? hell most don't even have a backyard.
Most "street" parks are incredibly boring. The most fun and interesting skateparks are the ones which create new objects on which to skate, not ones which reproduce the sorts of things you find in Southern California schoolyards. But as always, a good balance between "street" objects and something more novel.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI can't hold my shit at all. If the bathroom is occupied I will take poo in my room on a handy towel and then flush the parcel after the fact.[close]
While pooping onto a paper towel in your bedroom, do you ever pause and wonder “Where did it all go wrong?”[close]
I used to live with 3 other people and we had one bathroom. One morning my roommate was taking a shower and I had to shit really bad. I was trying to get him out of the bathroom but he was being an asshole and not cooperating. I had to go so bad I started looking around for a reasonable place to relieve myself, and spotted and empty pizza box from the night before[close]
I lived with this married couple when I was 21 and one of them would frequently walk in the shared bathroom while I was showering and just take a shit and talk to me throughout the process.
I miss that crazy old bastard. RIP Jeff.[close]
I would totally not be fucking okay with that.
Expand QuoteSkate park bowls are meh. Idky everyone wants to build those. Waste of street course space. Who the fuck wants to hang up on a front side slash fall to flat at the concrete park when you can build a back yard ramp and get good fast.
I'm too old to steal wood but I'd definitely steal some coping for someone else's build. Go out rob a work sight. Build a ramp with your homies.
Maybe you can get a vert guy as soty in a few years. Definitely not going to happen if kids ain't building ramps.[close]
how many skaters do you know who have space for a backyard ramp? hell most don't even have a backyard.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteSkate park bowls are meh. Idky everyone wants to build those. Waste of street course space. Who the fuck wants to hang up on a front side slash fall to flat at the concrete park when you can build a back yard ramp and get good fast.
I'm too old to steal wood but I'd definitely steal some coping for someone else's build. Go out rob a work sight. Build a ramp with your homies.
Maybe you can get a vert guy as soty in a few years. Definitely not going to happen if kids ain't building ramps.[close]
how many skaters do you know who have space for a backyard ramp? hell most don't even have a backyard.[close]
i sometimes jealous of those who are really good at transition because it means they got to grow up with the privileges of having ramps/parks to skate
Everyone would rip tranny if there was more wooden ramps. Especially spines.
Everyone would rip transition more if they didn’t outgrow being 9….
Kris Markovich is ripping at the moment. Been really enjoying the footage he's been putting out.
The mask art doesn't bother me. If it makes him happy, go for it. No troll, genuine question. What warrants the strong dislike among Slappers with Markovich. What'd he say/do?Expand QuoteKris Markovich is ripping at the moment. Been really enjoying the footage he's been putting out.[close]
The more he skates the less shitty mask art he makes and the less he talks. Win win win lol
why put quarterpipes in a skatepark when there are whole suburbs full of backyard pools?Expand QuoteSkate park bowls are meh. Idky everyone wants to build those. Waste of street course space. Who the fuck wants to hang up on a front side slash fall to flat at the concrete park when you can build a back yard ramp and get good fast.
I'm too old to steal wood but I'd definitely steal some coping for someone else's build. Go out rob a work sight. Build a ramp with your homies.
Maybe you can get a vert guy as soty in a few years. Definitely not going to happen if kids ain't building ramps.[close]
Why put street obstacles in a skatepark when you have a whole city of streets? Skate parks are for tranny
Skating is more about your pants than your setup.
Skating is more about your pants than your setup.While no doubt a joke this is pretty accurate as far as it's all in your head/more about how you feel than actual scientific measurements
While no doubt a joke this is pretty accurate as far as it's all in your head/more about how you feel than actual scientific measurementsExpand QuoteSkating is more about your pants than your setup.[close]
Expand QuoteWhile no doubt a joke this is pretty accurate as far as it's all in your head/more about how you feel than actual scientific measurementsExpand QuoteSkating is more about your pants than your setup.[close][close]
Sort of half joking. But now that I think about it, I’d much rather ride a completely busted setup than try to skate in some Andy Schrock lookin-ass skinny jeans.
While no doubt a joke this is pretty accurate as far as it's all in your head/more aboutExpand QuoteSkating is more about your pants than your setup.[close]how you feelinseam & leg width than actual scientific measurements
bitching about transistion in a skatepark is the dumbest take, learn how to carve a bowl its fun
Expand Quotebitching about transistion in a skatepark is the dumbest take, learn how to carve a bowl its fun[close]
Hence it’s inclusion in this thread.
You remember which thread this is, right?
I know you guys are tired of my incessant Reynolds hate but the man filmed an amazing magnum opus borderline retirement part for Stay Gold and picked a fucking Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeroes song. This is your GOAT?
bowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.
Expand QuoteI know you guys are tired of my incessant Reynolds hate but the man filmed an amazing magnum opus borderline retirement part for Stay Gold and picked a fucking Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeroes song. This is your GOAT?[close]
You're 100% entitled to your unpopular opinion in this thread but I'm starting to see a pattern in your opinions in that they're lacking context. First Muska, now this Reynolds take.
That song, on its own, is fucking so ass, but in the context of the Stay Gold era and how anticipated that part was it totally worked. Sidenote I'm pretty sure Andrew originally wanted to use the Nick Cave song Dustin used in Let's Live. Wonder if that would've changed any perception at all.
bowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.There’s like five big bowls in San Diego parks. I feel like next time they build a park they should leave that off the list. Something like the San Ysidro park. A pump track and some good curbs would be a nice addition for the old heads who don’t skate bowls.
bowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.
I grew up never skating a legit bowl, and only saw emptied backyard pools in videos. When we got our first all concrete skate park, you bet your ass I learned how to skate the big bowl as opposed to skating another ledge that I can find anywhere in the streets.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI know you guys are tired of my incessant Reynolds hate but the man filmed an amazing magnum opus borderline retirement part for Stay Gold and picked a fucking Edward Sharpe and the Magnetic Zeroes song. This is your GOAT?[close]
You're 100% entitled to your unpopular opinion in this thread but I'm starting to see a pattern in your opinions in that they're lacking context. First Muska, now this Reynolds take.
That song, on its own, is fucking so ass, but in the context of the Stay Gold era and how anticipated that part was it totally worked. Sidenote I'm pretty sure Andrew originally wanted to use the Nick Cave song Dustin used in Let's Live. Wonder if that would've changed any perception at all.[close]
If that’s a polite way of saying I don’t actually shit about skating you’re 100% right, just like to poke a little fun at tHe bOsS that part was magical when it came out, I think I actually cried a bit
Longboarding may be corny but i long boarded at night on three tabs of acid once when I was 17 and it was probably the best feeling I’ve ever had on a skateboard, can’t highly recommend enough
My local has too much transition in a crowded, small park. When guys want to play a game of skate they have to take up the whole flat bottom of the park and block people from actually being able to skate around. Otherwise, they use the tiny bit of fatground on the top corner but you have to skate slow and there's not much time to set-up for your trick. I find myself skating past the park most days and sticking to street which is more fun anyway. Then when I finally decide to hit the park it becomes more fun because it feels like a novelty.
aiden and ben k have cool styles that i want to emulate
If skateparks are too perfect, it attracts all kinds of people, which isn't necessarily a good thing. Scooter kids and their parents, BMX crews, Unicycle gangsters, Rollerbladers, Junkies, lost teenagers with their first drug experiences, ...
Just my 2 cents.
Expand QuoteSkating is more about your pants than your setup.[close]
I agree with this. I don't feel on on with out my short shorts.
That guy who only skated in timbs was actually insane but he didn’t get industry cred because it was a gimmick, is he on a real board company? Gimmick or not doing a switch flip trick down santa monica triple is truly mind blowing
That guy who only skated in timbs was actually insane but he didn’t get industry cred because it was a gimmick, is he on a real board company? Gimmick or not doing a switch flip trick down santa monica triple is truly mind blowing
My local has too much transition in a crowded, small park. When guys want to play a game of skate they have to take up the whole flat bottom of the park and block people from actually being able to skate around. Otherwise, they use the tiny bit of fatground on the top corner but you have to skate slow and there's not much time to set-up for your trick. I find myself skating past the park most days and sticking to street which is more fun anyway. Then when I finally decide to hit the park it becomes more fun because it feels like a novelty.
Expand Quotebowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.[close]
I agree 1000% This is exactly what happened to my local. A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl into a park smaller than a tennis court. Now the bowl is a cesspool of little kids who don't skate running around like its a playground and the old bowl heads are nowhere to be found. But yeah, fuck the street skaters who've been skating in this tiny ass town their whole lives. And don't tell me to "just go skate the city if you wanna skate street, man". That's a bullshit urbanite attitude. There ain't no city where I live man and there are no street spots worth a damn in my tiny ass town. A skatepark is all some people have. Make more parks like the ones Ryan Lay is building. Rant over.
I dunno if he did anything switch but he did a regular hardflip
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=G-5fdoEhFvg
Expand QuoteMy local has too much transition in a crowded, small park. When guys want to play a game of skate they have to take up the whole flat bottom of the park and block people from actually being able to skate around. Otherwise, they use the tiny bit of fatground on the top corner but you have to skate slow and there's not much time to set-up for your trick. I find myself skating past the park most days and sticking to street which is more fun anyway. Then when I finally decide to hit the park it becomes more fun because it feels like a novelty.[close]
small park. the problem is not the transition - the problem is the size. instead of contradict to the city - and telling this space is not good enough / big enough - they decide to build a weak compromiss which is satisfying nobody. And they take the money. people who want to skate transition are not happy - people who want to skate street are not happy, people who want to flow around and make linear are not happy, people who want o play a game of skate are not happy.
Dienst make sense to build a park like this... its like building a tennis court which is just onequarter of the needed size...
Doesnt make sense. You never can properly play tennis on it.
Expand QuoteExpand Quotebowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.[close]
I agree 1000% This is exactly what happened to my local. A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl into a park smaller than a tennis court. Now the bowl is a cesspool of little kids who don't skate running around like its a playground and the old bowl heads are nowhere to be found. But yeah, fuck the street skaters who've been skating in this tiny ass town their whole lives. And don't tell me to "just go skate the city if you wanna skate street, man". That's a bullshit urbanite attitude. There ain't no city where I live man and there are no street spots worth a damn in my tiny ass town. A skatepark is all some people have. Make more parks like the ones Ryan Lay is building. Rant over.[close]
A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl
you ever visited a participation planing workshop for a skatepark.
The active skateboarders never show up - I invited them hundred times call them send whatapp - hey show up
next Friday in the youthclub. ... may at the first meeting - but latest at the second meeting they are out.
you always end with the old guys >30 years and the kids with 6 month and a horizont of 20km skateboarding know-how. That the way it is....
Last meeting half of the kids ask for a chill flat rail and a mellow hip - exactly like in the skatepark next town.
the other half - for as much transitions /bowl as possible - as big as deep as possible.
After I told them the process of building a skatepark from the first workshop in the youthcenter till the finished park
is something in-between 2 -5 years.... there soul have left there body.
Second meeting I was alone with 4 old guys.
You can sell them what you want if you are smart...
What you get is in the hand of the skateboard park designer / builder.
Some prefer to build bowls - some street..
But none of them have the balls to tell the city there concept idea is not working.
This is what I have done last meeting - they have 800m2 area of the old park.
Half the kids ask for real street super mellow stuff - the other half for transition bowl - you cant make them happy
on 800m2 - you need to gave minimum 800m2 just for street - better 1200m2 - 800m2 is crowded super fast because you only can integrate 2 -3 seperated lines on this space.
1200m2 is equivalent to 2 tennis courts - you can use max. with 8 people, the Streetpark you can use easily with 30-40 people - if they acting not stupid.
Then additional you need min. 300-400m2 for a Bowl - so you have enough space to have 3 different hight in-between 5-10 feet - depending on the level and the surroundings of other parks in the area.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotebowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.[close]
I agree 1000% This is exactly what happened to my local. A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl into a park smaller than a tennis court. Now the bowl is a cesspool of little kids who don't skate running around like its a playground and the old bowl heads are nowhere to be found. But yeah, fuck the street skaters who've been skating in this tiny ass town their whole lives. And don't tell me to "just go skate the city if you wanna skate street, man". That's a bullshit urbanite attitude. There ain't no city where I live man and there are no street spots worth a damn in my tiny ass town. A skatepark is all some people have. Make more parks like the ones Ryan Lay is building. Rant over.[close]
A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl
you ever visited a participation planing workshop for a skatepark.
The active skateboarders never show up - I invited them hundred times call them send whatapp - hey show up
next Friday in the youthclub. ... may at the first meeting - but latest at the second meeting they are out.
you always end with the old guys >30 years and the kids with 6 month and a horizont of 20km skateboarding know-how. That the way it is....
Last meeting half of the kids ask for a chill flat rail and a mellow hip - exactly like in the skatepark next town.
the other half - for as much transitions /bowl as possible - as big as deep as possible.
After I told them the process of building a skatepark from the first workshop in the youthcenter till the finished park
is something in-between 2 -5 years.... there soul have left there body.
Second meeting I was alone with 4 old guys.
You can sell them what you want if you are smart...
What you get is in the hand of the skateboard park designer / builder.
Some prefer to build bowls - some street..
But none of them have the balls to tell the city there concept idea is not working.
This is what I have done last meeting - they have 800m2 area of the old park.
Half the kids ask for real street super mellow stuff - the other half for transition bowl - you cant make them happy
on 800m2 - you need to gave minimum 800m2 just for street - better 1200m2 - 800m2 is crowded super fast because you only can integrate 2 -3 seperated lines on this space.
1200m2 is equivalent to 2 tennis courts - you can use max. with 8 people, the Streetpark you can use easily with 30-40 people - if they acting not stupid.
Then additional you need min. 300-400m2 for a Bowl - so you have enough space to have 3 different hight in-between 5-10 feet - depending on the level and the surroundings of other parks in the area.[close]
Thank you.
I’m currently dealing with this.
The town I live in made a small gesture and built a fenced-in concrete triangle for skaters when the built a sports arena.
Of course nobody uses it, so I petitioned the city to budget and build some small, entry-level stuff for the mainly beginners they will be using it.
My petition was accepted, went to a few meetings with a few other older skaters, we were kind of all in the same page for what we want for the youth, a few mellow transitions, manny pad, rails, and small spine. A smallish budget was proposed and it looked like we’d get a mellow park in a shitty triangle.
I just got word that the proposed park budget is almost 20X what we were talking about.
If that goes through, we can seriously expand, but then we have to deal with all sorts of things and balancing more ideas.
Pump track across the field to access the park?
Super-long mini ramp with 3s sections of varying size walls? A bowl? And my dream, a replica of a China Bank wall?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotebowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.[close]
I agree 1000% This is exactly what happened to my local. A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl into a park smaller than a tennis court. Now the bowl is a cesspool of little kids who don't skate running around like its a playground and the old bowl heads are nowhere to be found. But yeah, fuck the street skaters who've been skating in this tiny ass town their whole lives. And don't tell me to "just go skate the city if you wanna skate street, man". That's a bullshit urbanite attitude. There ain't no city where I live man and there are no street spots worth a damn in my tiny ass town. A skatepark is all some people have. Make more parks like the ones Ryan Lay is building. Rant over.[close]
A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl
you ever visited a participation planing workshop for a skatepark.
The active skateboarders never show up - I invited them hundred times call them send whatapp - hey show up
next Friday in the youthclub. ... may at the first meeting - but latest at the second meeting they are out.
you always end with the old guys >30 years and the kids with 6 month and a horizont of 20km skateboarding know-how. That the way it is....
Last meeting half of the kids ask for a chill flat rail and a mellow hip - exactly like in the skatepark next town.
the other half - for as much transitions /bowl as possible - as big as deep as possible.
After I told them the process of building a skatepark from the first workshop in the youthcenter till the finished park
is something in-between 2 -5 years.... there soul have left there body.
Second meeting I was alone with 4 old guys.
You can sell them what you want if you are smart...
What you get is in the hand of the skateboard park designer / builder.
Some prefer to build bowls - some street..
But none of them have the balls to tell the city there concept idea is not working.
This is what I have done last meeting - they have 800m2 area of the old park.
Half the kids ask for real street super mellow stuff - the other half for transition bowl - you cant make them happy
on 800m2 - you need to gave minimum 800m2 just for street - better 1200m2 - 800m2 is crowded super fast because you only can integrate 2 -3 seperated lines on this space.
1200m2 is equivalent to 2 tennis courts - you can use max. with 8 people, the Streetpark you can use easily with 30-40 people - if they acting not stupid.
Then additional you need min. 300-400m2 for a Bowl - so you have enough space to have 3 different hight in-between 5-10 feet - depending on the level and the surroundings of other parks in the area.[close]
Thank you.
I’m currently dealing with this.
The town I live in made a small gesture and built a fenced-in concrete triangle for skaters when the built a sports arena.
Of course nobody uses it, so I petitioned the city to budget and build some small, entry-level stuff for the mainly beginners they will be using it.
My petition was accepted, went to a few meetings with a few other older skaters, we were kind of all in the same page for what we want for the youth, a few mellow transitions, manny pad, rails, and small spine. A smallish budget was proposed and it looked like we’d get a mellow park in a shitty triangle.
I just got word that the proposed park budget is almost 20X what we were talking about.
If that goes through, we can seriously expand, but then we have to deal with all sorts of things and balancing more ideas.
Pump track across the field to access the park?
Super-long mini ramp with 3s sections of varying size walls? A bowl? And my dream, a replica of a China Bank wall?[close]
Congrats man, that's awesome.
Dealing with State/county officials and the whole budget/planning process is so annoying. We've made some good progress in my area, working towards refurbishing some parks and building new ones, but everything is such a damn grind.
I def share some experiences with @lurker_and_poster skaters have shown to be a pretty flaky bunch when it comes to community organization.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotebowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.[close]
I agree 1000% This is exactly what happened to my local. A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl into a park smaller than a tennis court. Now the bowl is a cesspool of little kids who don't skate running around like its a playground and the old bowl heads are nowhere to be found. But yeah, fuck the street skaters who've been skating in this tiny ass town their whole lives. And don't tell me to "just go skate the city if you wanna skate street, man". That's a bullshit urbanite attitude. There ain't no city where I live man and there are no street spots worth a damn in my tiny ass town. A skatepark is all some people have. Make more parks like the ones Ryan Lay is building. Rant over.[close]
A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl
you ever visited a participation planing workshop for a skatepark.
The active skateboarders never show up - I invited them hundred times call them send whatapp - hey show up
next Friday in the youthclub. ... may at the first meeting - but latest at the second meeting they are out.
you always end with the old guys >30 years and the kids with 6 month and a horizont of 20km skateboarding know-how. That the way it is....
Last meeting half of the kids ask for a chill flat rail and a mellow hip - exactly like in the skatepark next town.
the other half - for as much transitions /bowl as possible - as big as deep as possible.
After I told them the process of building a skatepark from the first workshop in the youthcenter till the finished park
is something in-between 2 -5 years.... there soul have left there body.
Second meeting I was alone with 4 old guys.
You can sell them what you want if you are smart...
What you get is in the hand of the skateboard park designer / builder.
Some prefer to build bowls - some street..
But none of them have the balls to tell the city there concept idea is not working.
This is what I have done last meeting - they have 800m2 area of the old park.
Half the kids ask for real street super mellow stuff - the other half for transition bowl - you cant make them happy
on 800m2 - you need to gave minimum 800m2 just for street - better 1200m2 - 800m2 is crowded super fast because you only can integrate 2 -3 seperated lines on this space.
1200m2 is equivalent to 2 tennis courts - you can use max. with 8 people, the Streetpark you can use easily with 30-40 people - if they acting not stupid.
Then additional you need min. 300-400m2 for a Bowl - so you have enough space to have 3 different hight in-between 5-10 feet - depending on the level and the surroundings of other parks in the area.[close]
Thank you.
I’m currently dealing with this.
The town I live in made a small gesture and built a fenced-in concrete triangle for skaters when the built a sports arena.
Of course nobody uses it, so I petitioned the city to budget and build some small, entry-level stuff for the mainly beginners they will be using it.
My petition was accepted, went to a few meetings with a few other older skaters, we were kind of all in the same page for what we want for the youth, a few mellow transitions, manny pad, rails, and small spine. A smallish budget was proposed and it looked like we’d get a mellow park in a shitty triangle.
I just got word that the proposed park budget is almost 20X what we were talking about.
If that goes through, we can seriously expand, but then we have to deal with all sorts of things and balancing more ideas.
Pump track across the field to access the park?
Super-long mini ramp with 3s sections of varying size walls? A bowl? And my dream, a replica of a China Bank wall?[close]
Congrats man, that's awesome.
Dealing with State/county officials and the whole budget/planning process is so annoying. We've made some good progress in my area, working towards refurbishing some parks and building new ones, but everything is such a damn grind.
I def share some experiences with @lurker_and_poster skaters have shown to be a pretty flaky bunch when it comes to community organization.[close]
Oh, same here. I couldn’t get any help for the petition application process.
I’m in Japan, and while my Japanese is passable, I would have preferred that someone fluent did the presentation in front of the city council (I had COVID at the time and had to give it over the phone which was broadcast to the council).
It happy it worked, but yeah, (young) skaters are flakey.
And it’s too bad, because it’s not really that big of a commitment, just some fucking input and a bit of support is all you need to give, and the potential outcome is a rad park.
Expand QuoteExpand Quotebowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.[close]
I agree 1000% This is exactly what happened to my local. A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl into a park smaller than a tennis court. Now the bowl is a cesspool of little kids who don't skate running around like its a playground and the old bowl heads are nowhere to be found. But yeah, fuck the street skaters who've been skating in this tiny ass town their whole lives. And don't tell me to "just go skate the city if you wanna skate street, man". That's a bullshit urbanite attitude. There ain't no city where I live man and there are no street spots worth a damn in my tiny ass town. A skatepark is all some people have. Make more parks like the ones Ryan Lay is building. Rant over.[close]
A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl
you ever visited a participation planing workshop for a skatepark.
The active skateboarders never show up - I invited them hundred times call them send whatapp - hey show up
next Friday in the youthclub. ... may at the first meeting - but latest at the second meeting they are out.
you always end with the old guys >30 years and the kids with 6 month and a horizont of 20km skateboarding know-how. That the way it is....
Last meeting half of the kids ask for a chill flat rail and a mellow hip - exactly like in the skatepark next town.
the other half - for as much transitions /bowl as possible - as big as deep as possible.
After I told them the process of building a skatepark from the first workshop in the youthcenter till the finished park
is something in-between 2 -5 years.... there soul have left there body.
Second meeting I was alone with 4 old guys.
You can sell them what you want if you are smart...
What you get is in the hand of the skateboard park designer / builder.
Some prefer to build bowls - some street..
But none of them have the balls to tell the city there concept idea is not working.
This is what I have done last meeting - they have 800m2 area of the old park.
Half the kids ask for real street super mellow stuff - the other half for transition bowl - you cant make them happy
on 800m2 - you need to gave minimum 800m2 just for street - better 1200m2 - 800m2 is crowded super fast because you only can integrate 2 -3 seperated lines on this space.
1200m2 is equivalent to 2 tennis courts - you can use max. with 8 people, the Streetpark you can use easily with 30-40 people - if they acting not stupid.
Then additional you need min. 300-400m2 for a Bowl - so you have enough space to have 3 different hight in-between 5-10 feet - depending on the level and the surroundings of other parks in the area.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotebowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.[close]
I agree 1000% This is exactly what happened to my local. A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl into a park smaller than a tennis court. Now the bowl is a cesspool of little kids who don't skate running around like its a playground and the old bowl heads are nowhere to be found. But yeah, fuck the street skaters who've been skating in this tiny ass town their whole lives. And don't tell me to "just go skate the city if you wanna skate street, man". That's a bullshit urbanite attitude. There ain't no city where I live man and there are no street spots worth a damn in my tiny ass town. A skatepark is all some people have. Make more parks like the ones Ryan Lay is building. Rant over.[close]
A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl
you ever visited a participation planing workshop for a skatepark.
The active skateboarders never show up - I invited them hundred times call them send whatapp - hey show up
next Friday in the youthclub. ... may at the first meeting - but latest at the second meeting they are out.
you always end with the old guys >30 years and the kids with 6 month and a horizont of 20km skateboarding know-how. That the way it is....
Last meeting half of the kids ask for a chill flat rail and a mellow hip - exactly like in the skatepark next town.
the other half - for as much transitions /bowl as possible - as big as deep as possible.
After I told them the process of building a skatepark from the first workshop in the youthcenter till the finished park
is something in-between 2 -5 years.... there soul have left there body.
Second meeting I was alone with 4 old guys.
You can sell them what you want if you are smart...
What you get is in the hand of the skateboard park designer / builder.
Some prefer to build bowls - some street..
But none of them have the balls to tell the city there concept idea is not working.
This is what I have done last meeting - they have 800m2 area of the old park.
Half the kids ask for real street super mellow stuff - the other half for transition bowl - you cant make them happy
on 800m2 - you need to gave minimum 800m2 just for street - better 1200m2 - 800m2 is crowded super fast because you only can integrate 2 -3 seperated lines on this space.
1200m2 is equivalent to 2 tennis courts - you can use max. with 8 people, the Streetpark you can use easily with 30-40 people - if they acting not stupid.
Then additional you need min. 300-400m2 for a Bowl - so you have enough space to have 3 different hight in-between 5-10 feet - depending on the level and the surroundings of other parks in the area.[close]
I agree about the apathy on the skaters part to get involved. I went to every single meeting about the skate park design (I was the only one at the first one!) and they didn’t get one single shit about what I wanted. The designer (a 40 year old bowl troll) literally told the parks and rec board “I want a bowl” and he got his fucking bowl. But no one skates it because everyone is trying to skate the street obstacles. But nope, that fucker had to shoe horn his bowl in there when people just want a good fucking ledge and some space. Too much to ask for I guess when you’re dealing with the stubborn old heads. They get their way
Okay I know this is the unpopular opinion thread but since we are all here and talk about skateparks.
We get a new park build in a few months. The old park will be demolished by then. I have my eyes on a few obstacles from the old park and I would love to bring these obstacles to another older skatepark nearby. Before I rent a van and steal these things, I wonder if I can contact someone in charge somewhere and friendly ask, if it will be possible to move these obstacles to another skatepark instead of demolishing them. The obstacles I am eying are a wheeliepad and a ledge. So obviously very big and heavy.
This is in Germany, so I imagine I need to fill out some papers or something.
Okay I know this is the unpopular opinion thread but since we are all here and talk about skateparks.
We get a new park build in a few months. The old park will be demolished by then. I have my eyes on a few obstacles from the old park and I would love to bring these obstacles to another older skatepark nearby. Before I rent a van and steal these things, I wonder if I can contact someone in charge somewhere and friendly ask, if it will be possible to move these obstacles to another skatepark instead of demolishing them. The obstacles I am eying are a wheeliepad and a ledge. So obviously very big and heavy.
This is in Germany, so I imagine I need to fill out some papers or something.
I live in the land of Grindline and Evergreen, and I've watched the little groms go from learning flatground kickflips to rolling into the deep end of the pool. Saying "no one uses these things" just has no bearing on my experience.
Pump track across the field to access the park?
Super-long mini ramp with 3s sections of varying size walls? A bowl? And my dream, a replica of a China Bank wall?
QuoteExpand QuotePump track across the field to access the park?
Super-long mini ramp with 3s sections of varying size walls? A bowl? And my dream, a replica of a China Bank wall?[close]
This might be an unpopular opinion but stuff like this usually sucks. It’s a big expenditure of money, effort, and space for something that for 99.9% of users is going to be a kickturn-only spot. It’s even worse when real bricks are used.
I’ve always wanted to skate the real thing but I’ve been to a few parks with variations on the theme and now I think there is a reason why there are only a few dozen people who have ever done anything noteworthy on the actual banks.
Linda Vista has something similar and it’s not a section I see tons of people doing tricks on but I do see lots of people having fun carving them. It just depends on where they’re placed.QuoteExpand QuotePump track across the field to access the park?
Super-long mini ramp with 3s sections of varying size walls? A bowl? And my dream, a replica of a China Bank wall?[close]
This might be an unpopular opinion but stuff like this usually sucks. It’s a big expenditure of money, effort, and space for something that for 99.9% of users is going to be a kickturn-only spot. It’s even worse when real bricks are used.
I’ve always wanted to skate the real thing but I’ve been to a few parks with variations on the theme and now I think there is a reason why there are only a few dozen people who have ever done anything noteworthy on the actual banks.
When it comes to parks, spots, design…..if for every ten ideas, a skater actually did something…..we’d be in a way better place…..
It’s like thinking about tricks….you think that counts for anything? How many times and the hours I’ve thought of a nollie flip…..I’ve landed three…..
Fuck that….give me a euro…..
Fuck that….give me a euro…..
Expand QuoteFuck that….give me a euro…..[close]
Every park should have a euro and a pyramid - but a lot of parks I’ve been to built in the last decade manage to screw them up somehow. Too small, too big, not enough launch, etc.
Also, I hate A-frames.
Fuck that….give me a euro…..Sorry I don’t carry cash
Expand QuoteExpand Quotebowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.[close]
I agree 1000% This is exactly what happened to my local. A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl into a park smaller than a tennis court. Now the bowl is a cesspool of little kids who don't skate running around like its a playground and the old bowl heads are nowhere to be found. But yeah, fuck the street skaters who've been skating in this tiny ass town their whole lives. And don't tell me to "just go skate the city if you wanna skate street, man". That's a bullshit urbanite attitude. There ain't no city where I live man and there are no street spots worth a damn in my tiny ass town. A skatepark is all some people have. Make more parks like the ones Ryan Lay is building. Rant over.[close]
A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl
you ever visited a participation planing workshop for a skatepark.
The active skateboarders never show up - I invited them hundred times call them send whatapp - hey show up
next Friday in the youthclub. ... may at the first meeting - but latest at the second meeting they are out.
you always end with the old guys >30 years and the kids with 6 month and a horizont of 20km skateboarding know-how. That the way it is....
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotebowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.[close]
I agree 1000% This is exactly what happened to my local. A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl into a park smaller than a tennis court. Now the bowl is a cesspool of little kids who don't skate running around like its a playground and the old bowl heads are nowhere to be found. But yeah, fuck the street skaters who've been skating in this tiny ass town their whole lives. And don't tell me to "just go skate the city if you wanna skate street, man". That's a bullshit urbanite attitude. There ain't no city where I live man and there are no street spots worth a damn in my tiny ass town. A skatepark is all some people have. Make more parks like the ones Ryan Lay is building. Rant over.[close]
A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl
you ever visited a participation planing workshop for a skatepark.
The active skateboarders never show up - I invited them hundred times call them send whatapp - hey show up
next Friday in the youthclub. ... may at the first meeting - but latest at the second meeting they are out.
you always end with the old guys >30 years and the kids with 6 month and a horizont of 20km skateboarding know-how. That the way it is....[close]
I was on a local committee for a new park and this part was so frustrating. We had people practically in tears at these meetings over getting a bowl built, and I've yet to see any of those people even show up at the park since it's been built.
Weirdly had a similar thing but from the opposite side. it was wanna be baker kids wanting a real set of stairs with handrails. They build a bigger than youd find in streets 10 with tall rails even made out of tiles instead of standard skatepark concrete but I don't think any of the kids even ended up skating the park and if they did they def didn't do shit down the stairs.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotebowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.[close]
I agree 1000% This is exactly what happened to my local. A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl into a park smaller than a tennis court. Now the bowl is a cesspool of little kids who don't skate running around like its a playground and the old bowl heads are nowhere to be found. But yeah, fuck the street skaters who've been skating in this tiny ass town their whole lives. And don't tell me to "just go skate the city if you wanna skate street, man". That's a bullshit urbanite attitude. There ain't no city where I live man and there are no street spots worth a damn in my tiny ass town. A skatepark is all some people have. Make more parks like the ones Ryan Lay is building. Rant over.[close]
A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl
you ever visited a participation planing workshop for a skatepark.
The active skateboarders never show up - I invited them hundred times call them send whatapp - hey show up
next Friday in the youthclub. ... may at the first meeting - but latest at the second meeting they are out.
you always end with the old guys >30 years and the kids with 6 month and a horizont of 20km skateboarding know-how. That the way it is....[close]
I was on a local committee for a new park and this part was so frustrating. We had people practically in tears at these meetings over getting a bowl built, and I've yet to see any of those people even show up at the park since it's been built.[close]
a single tear slides down a swollen face and lands on an unscratched && board, prompting the man to immediately buy a new one.
Happened at my local too. The old heads got an expensive bowl put in that no one uses. Easily could’ve used the money to make obstacles that everyone would enjoyExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotebowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.[close]
I agree 1000% This is exactly what happened to my local. A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl into a park smaller than a tennis court. Now the bowl is a cesspool of little kids who don't skate running around like its a playground and the old bowl heads are nowhere to be found. But yeah, fuck the street skaters who've been skating in this tiny ass town their whole lives. And don't tell me to "just go skate the city if you wanna skate street, man". That's a bullshit urbanite attitude. There ain't no city where I live man and there are no street spots worth a damn in my tiny ass town. A skatepark is all some people have. Make more parks like the ones Ryan Lay is building. Rant over.[close]
A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl
you ever visited a participation planing workshop for a skatepark.
The active skateboarders never show up - I invited them hundred times call them send whatapp - hey show up
next Friday in the youthclub. ... may at the first meeting - but latest at the second meeting they are out.
you always end with the old guys >30 years and the kids with 6 month and a horizont of 20km skateboarding know-how. That the way it is....
Last meeting half of the kids ask for a chill flat rail and a mellow hip - exactly like in the skatepark next town.
the other half - for as much transitions /bowl as possible - as big as deep as possible.
After I told them the process of building a skatepark from the first workshop in the youthcenter till the finished park
is something in-between 2 -5 years.... there soul have left there body.
Second meeting I was alone with 4 old guys.
You can sell them what you want if you are smart...
What you get is in the hand of the skateboard park designer / builder.
Some prefer to build bowls - some street..
But none of them have the balls to tell the city there concept idea is not working.
This is what I have done last meeting - they have 800m2 area of the old park.
Half the kids ask for real street super mellow stuff - the other half for transition bowl - you cant make them happy
on 800m2 - you need to gave minimum 800m2 just for street - better 1200m2 - 800m2 is crowded super fast because you only can integrate 2 -3 seperated lines on this space.
1200m2 is equivalent to 2 tennis courts - you can use max. with 8 people, the Streetpark you can use easily with 30-40 people - if they acting not stupid.
Then additional you need min. 300-400m2 for a Bowl - so you have enough space to have 3 different hight in-between 5-10 feet - depending on the level and the surroundings of other parks in the area.[close]
Thank you.
I’m currently dealing with this.
The town I live in made a small gesture and built a fenced-in concrete triangle for skaters when the built a sports arena.
Of course nobody uses it, so I petitioned the city to budget and build some small, entry-level stuff for the mainly beginners they will be using it.
My petition was accepted, went to a few meetings with a few other older skaters, we were kind of all in the same page for what we want for the youth, a few mellow transitions, manny pad, rails, and small spine. A smallish budget was proposed and it looked like we’d get a mellow park in a shitty triangle.
I just got word that the proposed park budget is almost 20X what we were talking about.
If that goes through, we can seriously expand, but then we have to deal with all sorts of things and balancing more ideas.
Pump track across the field to access the park?
Super-long mini ramp with 3s sections of varying size walls? A bowl? And my dream, a replica of a China Bank wall?
Random question while on park talk, are any of you guys’ local park in a state park? They’re planning one here which they’re touting as “the largest open wheel facility in the nation” the idea of a skatepark in a state park with farms and water parks and shit is kind of odd to me.
Expand QuoteRandom question while on park talk, are any of you guys’ local park in a state park? They’re planning one here which they’re touting as “the largest open wheel facility in the nation” the idea of a skatepark in a state park with farms and water parks and shit is kind of odd to me.[close]
the lil skate plaza in bar harbor is right next to acadia national park and its actually fucking sick to skate because of the surroundings. you wont feel like ur in a 917 vid tho
This is a big problem in the UK where land is limited and expensive. Parks are never given enough space to do anything substantial, and every design tries to do "something for everyone" leading to the generic hip, ledge with no runup, tiny bowl, zero flat space configuration.Expand QuoteMy local has too much transition in a crowded, small park. When guys want to play a game of skate they have to take up the whole flat bottom of the park and block people from actually being able to skate around. Otherwise, they use the tiny bit of fatground on the top corner but you have to skate slow and there's not much time to set-up for your trick. I find myself skating past the park most days and sticking to street which is more fun anyway. Then when I finally decide to hit the park it becomes more fun because it feels like a novelty.[close]
small park. the problem is not the transition - the problem is the size. instead of contradict to the city - and telling this space is not good enough / big enough - they decide to build a weak compromiss which is satisfying nobody. And they take the money. people who want to skate transition are not happy - people who want to skate street are not happy, people who want to flow around and make linear are not happy, people who want o play a game of skate are not happy.
Dienst make sense to build a park like this... its like building a tennis court which is just onequarter of the needed size...
Doesnt make sense. You never can properly play tennis on it.
A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowlBeen going through this a bit with the redevelopment of our local. Nobody interested in being part of the actual process but just complaining on how long it's all taking. Then once the plans got released everyone was all like "where's the bowl?" "you should make it bigger!" "why is it like this not like this?".
you ever visited a participation planing workshop for a skatepark.
The active skateboarders never show up - I invited them hundred times call them send whatapp - hey show up
next Friday in the youthclub. ... may at the first meeting - but latest at the second meeting they are out.
you always end with the old guys >30 years and the kids with 6 month and a horizont of 20km skateboarding know-how. That the way it is....
Last meeting half of the kids ask for a chill flat rail and a mellow hip - exactly like in the skatepark next town.
the other half - for as much transitions /bowl as possible - as big as deep as possible.
After I told them the process of building a skatepark from the first workshop in the youthcenter till the finished park
is something in-between 2 -5 years.... there soul have left there body.
Second meeting I was alone with 4 old guys.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteRandom question while on park talk, are any of you guys’ local park in a state park? They’re planning one here which they’re touting as “the largest open wheel facility in the nation” the idea of a skatepark in a state park with farms and water parks and shit is kind of odd to me.[close]
the lil skate plaza in bar harbor is right next to acadia national park and its actually fucking sick to skate because of the surroundings. you wont feel like ur in a 917 vid tho[close]
That place was being built the only time i ever visited the area.
Would like to go back and skate there and explore acadia again.
Weirdly had a similar thing but from the opposite side. it was wanna be baker kids wanting a real set of stairs with handrails. They build a bigger than youd find in streets 10 with tall rails even made out of tiles instead of standard skatepark concrete but I don't think any of the kids even ended up skating the park and if they did they def didn't do shit down the stairs.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotebowls and transitions usually eat most of the budget......it' sucks when a bunch of old heads insist on a big coping bowl and they just skate it the first year the park is in, then it sits empty.....nice legacy....vs. a flat open area with a bunch of mellow stuff to skate.[close]
I agree 1000% This is exactly what happened to my local. A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl into a park smaller than a tennis court. Now the bowl is a cesspool of little kids who don't skate running around like its a playground and the old bowl heads are nowhere to be found. But yeah, fuck the street skaters who've been skating in this tiny ass town their whole lives. And don't tell me to "just go skate the city if you wanna skate street, man". That's a bullshit urbanite attitude. There ain't no city where I live man and there are no street spots worth a damn in my tiny ass town. A skatepark is all some people have. Make more parks like the ones Ryan Lay is building. Rant over.[close]
A bunch of 40 year old dads who can barely drop-in decided to shoe-horn a bowl
you ever visited a participation planing workshop for a skatepark.
The active skateboarders never show up - I invited them hundred times call them send whatapp - hey show up
next Friday in the youthclub. ... may at the first meeting - but latest at the second meeting they are out.
you always end with the old guys >30 years and the kids with 6 month and a horizont of 20km skateboarding know-how. That the way it is....[close]
I was on a local committee for a new park and this part was so frustrating. We had people practically in tears at these meetings over getting a bowl built, and I've yet to see any of those people even show up at the park since it's been built.[close]
a single tear slides down a swollen face and lands on an unscratched && board, prompting the man to immediately buy a new one.[close]
I guess at least it's probably nowhere near the amount of space and budget of a bowl
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteRandom question while on park talk, are any of you guys’ local park in a state park? They’re planning one here which they’re touting as “the largest open wheel facility in the nation” the idea of a skatepark in a state park with farms and water parks and shit is kind of odd to me.[close]
the lil skate plaza in bar harbor is right next to acadia national park and its actually fucking sick to skate because of the surroundings. you wont feel like ur in a 917 vid tho[close]
That place was being built the only time i ever visited the area.
Would like to go back and skate there and explore acadia again.[close]
I’ve been to Bar Harbor twice and have never heard of this skate plaza. What a bummer.
Expand QuoteRandom question while on park talk, are any of you guys’ local park in a state park? They’re planning one here which they’re touting as “the largest open wheel facility in the nation” the idea of a skatepark in a state park with farms and water parks and shit is kind of odd to me.[close]
the lil skate plaza in bar harbor is right next to acadia national park and its actually fucking sick to skate because of the surroundings. you wont feel like ur in a 917 vid tho
I’m a street skater but you guys are tripping, transition should get some priority at parks because you can’t get a substitute in the streets. I understand if you live in the middle of literally nowhere and don’t have any decent places to skate but it’s way easier to build a cinderblock ledge or a box than a bowlIt doesn’t have to be the giant ones they always foist on us. And there aren’t always street spots. Where I grew up they were rare.
I’m a street skater but you guys are tripping, transition should get some priority at parks because you can’t get a substitute in the streets. I understand if you live in the middle of literally nowhere and don’t have any decent places to skate but it’s way easier to build a cinderblock ledge or a box than a bowl
VX looks terrible. If it’s an old video I’ll watch it because that’s just what things looked like but if someone comes out with a new video filmed in VX I’ll watch it once at the most. It’s self indulgent to put out crap.
Tony Hawk never landed the 900. It was all part of a FBI/underworld-organization conspiracy that started over 50 years ago, with the UFO landings of Roswell. They were trying to create human/alien hybrid slaves for a conquering alien race in a last ditch effort to save their own skins. Tony's own sister was abducted during the night, which sparked his life-long crusade to land the 900.”The X-Games Files”
Andy Mac is also involved, his yellow helmet was installed during vaccination tests.
It’s probably extra annoying for me because I’m too old to be nostalgic for that era.Expand QuoteVX looks terrible. If it’s an old video I’ll watch it because that’s just what things looked like but if someone comes out with a new video filmed in VX I’ll watch it once at the most. It’s self indulgent to put out crap.[close]
100%, and don’t give me that “you just need to film it right” crap. It’s an ancient 480p camera which looks like dogshit, and you’re only using because you’re stuck in a nostalgia trap. Grow up. I’m not watching your fucking VX video.
Watched a Johnny Giger video yesterday. Dude has skills.
9/10 times logos/designs on the back of shirts and hoodies are ugly and unnecessaryi dont think this is an unpopular or popular opinion
It’s probably extra annoying for me because I’m too old to be nostalgic for that era.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteVX looks terrible. If it’s an old video I’ll watch it because that’s just what things looked like but if someone comes out with a new video filmed in VX I’ll watch it once at the most. It’s self indulgent to put out crap.[close]
100%, and don’t give me that “you just need to film it right” crap. It’s an ancient 480p camera which looks like dogshit, and you’re only using because you’re stuck in a nostalgia trap. Grow up. I’m not watching your fucking VX video.[close]
if you wear a ton of skate shit ur living in kooktown.. id rather slam wearing a 2 dollar shirt thats a cool color than a gx1000 shirt that cost me 25 bucks
Living the vx era was actually kind of annoying too really. Going skating with a generator and multiple sets of lights or taking turns carrying a massive backpack around. When one friend got an iPhone when they came out I kinda thought oh this is gonna be sick no more of all that bullshit everyone will be able to just film each other. I guess I was only half right at best but still I think it's an improvementExpand QuoteIt’s probably extra annoying for me because I’m too old to be nostalgic for that era.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteVX looks terrible. If it’s an old video I’ll watch it because that’s just what things looked like but if someone comes out with a new video filmed in VX I’ll watch it once at the most. It’s self indulgent to put out crap.[close]
100%, and don’t give me that “you just need to film it right” crap. It’s an ancient 480p camera which looks like dogshit, and you’re only using because you’re stuck in a nostalgia trap. Grow up. I’m not watching your fucking VX video.[close][close]
Same. I was in my early 20s and paying no attention to skate media. VX nostalgia might as well be nostalgia for the generic VHS cameras they used to film "Hokus Pokus".
Even weirder is all the nick nack shit like toys, mugs and frisbees etc who's spending $20 (or $50+ in Aus) on a fucking mug or ashtray? They're $1 in the supermarketExpand Quoteif you wear a ton of skate shit ur living in kooktown.. id rather slam wearing a 2 dollar shirt thats a cool color than a gx1000 shirt that cost me 25 bucks[close]
I know this is basic AdBusters bullshit, but honestly it's amazing to me that people will spend $30-40 of their own money in order to promote a company for which they have no stake. There's a whole thread at the top of the page right now as companies you won't "rep", because the baked-in assumption is that you're going to be purchasing clothing with the correct brands and logos to display your personality to the world.
Frankly, as I age I find it increasingly weird that we wear clothes with words printed prominently on them in any capacity. I've phased out most of my printed t-shirts in favor of solid colors and collared shirts.
Expand Quoteif you wear a ton of skate shit ur living in kooktown.. id rather slam wearing a 2 dollar shirt thats a cool color than a gx1000 shirt that cost me 25 bucks[close]
I know this is basic AdBusters bullshit, but honestly it's amazing to me that people will spend $30-40 of their own money in order to promote a company for which they have no stake. There's a whole thread at the top of the page right now as companies you won't "rep", because the baked-in assumption is that you're going to be purchasing clothing with the correct brands and logos to display your personality to the world.
Frankly, as I age I find it increasingly weird that we wear clothes with words printed prominently on them in any capacity. I've phased out most of my printed t-shirts in favor of solid colors and collared shirts.
Expand QuoteExpand Quoteif you wear a ton of skate shit ur living in kooktown.. id rather slam wearing a 2 dollar shirt thats a cool color than a gx1000 shirt that cost me 25 bucks[close]
I know this is basic AdBusters bullshit, but honestly it's amazing to me that people will spend $30-40 of their own money in order to promote a company for which they have no stake. There's a whole thread at the top of the page right now as companies you won't "rep", because the baked-in assumption is that you're going to be purchasing clothing with the correct brands and logos to display your personality to the world.
Frankly, as I age I find it increasingly weird that we wear clothes with words printed prominently on them in any capacity. I've phased out most of my printed t-shirts in favor of solid colors and collared shirts.[close]
all this + all the dudes i know who rip just wear whatever/skate whatever.. i think caring about setup and logos is inversely proportional to skating well. skate shop shirts get a pass.
Expand Quoteif you wear a ton of skate shit ur living in kooktown.. id rather slam wearing a 2 dollar shirt thats a cool color than a gx1000 shirt that cost me 25 bucks[close]
I know this is basic AdBusters bullshit, but honestly it's amazing to me that people will spend $30-40 of their own money in order to promote a company for which they have no stake. There's a whole thread at the top of the page right now as companies you won't "rep", because the baked-in assumption is that you're going to be purchasing clothing with the correct brands and logos to display your personality to the world.
Frankly, as I age I find it increasingly weird that we wear clothes with words printed prominently on them in any capacity. I've phased out most of my printed t-shirts in favor of solid colors and collared shirts.
The brands I buy stuff from are: putting out videos I enjoy like Worble, or doing something I support like Skate Like A Girl, running a local skate shop , or I just think they did something clever. All stuff I want to reward. I like skateboarding and I think really good skaters should be able to live off their skills so I do my part.Expand Quoteif you wear a ton of skate shit ur living in kooktown.. id rather slam wearing a 2 dollar shirt thats a cool color than a gx1000 shirt that cost me 25 bucks[close]
I know this is basic AdBusters bullshit, but honestly it's amazing to me that people will spend $30-40 of their own money in order to promote a company for which they have no stake. There's a whole thread at the top of the page right now as companies you won't "rep", because the baked-in assumption is that you're going to be purchasing clothing with the correct brands and logos to display your personality to the world.
Frankly, as I age I find it increasingly weird that we wear clothes with words printed prominently on them in any capacity. I've phased out most of my printed t-shirts in favor of solid colors and collared shirts.
Since it's the topic, it's a two sided coin. Everyone wants skaters/filmers/editors etc to get paid their proper dues but there is no way that can happen with just board sales. The only way for the industry to eat and pay rent is through soft goods. So if there is a brand with skaters I like that puts out free videos that I like and I want them to keep paying those skaters and putting out videos, the only option is to buy the clothes or they go out of business.
I too would like to say that I’m too cool for logos.
Too cool for shirts just as a general concept as well.
Zero has some of the best graphics these days.
Who else be gettin they dick suck in a volcom stone chest logo tee🙋♂️
Expand QuoteZero has some of the best graphics these days.[close]
Had to check the zero site after reading this. Not my taste personally but the current lineup of graphics is way better than I expected.
A week ago I might of agreed (minus that rising sun which was still way too recent) but honestly thought of reviving the worst graphics thread when I saw thisExpand QuoteZero has some of the best graphics these days.[close]
Had to check the zero site after reading this. Not my taste personally but the current lineup of graphics is way better than I expected.
Decks are a loss leader for the apparel companies that we call board brands. If people don’t buy the Ts then they’ll have to start charging realistic prices for decks, which I’d rather not pay.
Who else be gettin they dick suck in a volcom stone chest logo tee🙋♂️didn't lose my virginity until after I stopped wearing volcom and I'm pretty sure there's a correlation
Who else be gettin they dick suck in a volcom stone chest logo tee🙋♂️
You’re probably rightExpand QuoteDecks are a loss leader for the apparel companies that we call board brands. If people don’t buy the Ts then they’ll have to start charging realistic prices for decks, which I’d rather not pay.[close]
i thought everybody on slap knew this
Decks are a loss leader for the apparel companies that we call board brands. If people don’t buy the Ts then they’ll have to start charging realistic prices for decks, which I’d rather not pay.
Expand QuoteDecks are a loss leader for the apparel companies that we call board brands. If people don’t buy the Ts then they’ll have to start charging realistic prices for decks, which I’d rather not pay.[close]
I’m glad we have concluded that buying poorly made polyester sweatshop clothing emblazoned with branding is part of a virtuous cycle of consumption.
if you wear a ton of skate shit ur living in kooktown.. id rather slam wearing a 2 dollar shirt thats a cool color than a gx1000 shirt that cost me 25 bucks
Expand Quoteif you wear a ton of skate shit ur living in kooktown.. id rather slam wearing a 2 dollar shirt thats a cool color than a gx1000 shirt that cost me 25 bucks[close]
25 bucks is almost no money. Here skate shirts cost about ¥6000 :-\ The Bomb hills not countries GX1000 hoodie cost almost ¥20000. It's atrocious.
oh yeah all those brands making under armor style gear that is so popular in skateboarding these days.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteDecks are a loss leader for the apparel companies that we call board brands. If people don’t buy the Ts then they’ll have to start charging realistic prices for decks, which I’d rather not pay.[close]
I’m glad we have concluded that buying poorly made polyester sweatshop clothing emblazoned with branding is part of a virtuous cycle of consumption.[close]
Who’s selling polyester T-shirts?
Not that cotton, overconsumption and consumerism aren’t without issues though. ???
Is there a difference between the production of the cotton T-shirts with Spitfire logos on them and the blank ones I might buy at target? If not then I might as well throw some bucks towards skaters whose videos I enjoy.Expand QuoteDecks are a loss leader for the apparel companies that we call board brands. If people don’t buy the Ts then they’ll have to start charging realistic prices for decks, which I’d rather not pay.[close]
I’m glad we have concluded that buying poorly made polyester sweatshop clothing emblazoned with branding is part of a virtuous cycle of consumption.
Expand Quoteif you wear a ton of skate shit ur living in kooktown.. id rather slam wearing a 2 dollar shirt thats a cool color than a gx1000 shirt that cost me 25 bucks[close]
25 bucks is almost no money. Here skate shirts cost about ¥6000 :-\ The Bomb hills not countries GX1000 hoodie cost almost ¥20000. It's atrocious.
Expand QuoteExpand Quoteif you wear a ton of skate shit ur living in kooktown.. id rather slam wearing a 2 dollar shirt thats a cool color than a gx1000 shirt that cost me 25 bucks[close]
25 bucks is almost no money. Here skate shirts cost about ¥6000 :-\ The Bomb hills not countries GX1000 hoodie cost almost ¥20000. It's atrocious.[close]
Yup where I’m at tees are pushing 60 cad and hoodies can easily be 130+, it’s fucked. I like giving money back to skateboarding but it’s hard to justify at those prices :/
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quoteif you wear a ton of skate shit ur living in kooktown.. id rather slam wearing a 2 dollar shirt thats a cool color than a gx1000 shirt that cost me 25 bucks[close]
25 bucks is almost no money. Here skate shirts cost about ¥6000 :-\ The Bomb hills not countries GX1000 hoodie cost almost ¥20000. It's atrocious.[close]
Yup where I’m at tees are pushing 60 cad and hoodies can easily be 130+, it’s fucked. I like giving money back to skateboarding but it’s hard to justify at those prices :/[close]
Yep, the one I was talking about earlier in the thread cost me nearly that much. The best part is the tag comes pre-cut off... 99% chance it's a 2$ Gildan shirt lol
Dylan Jaeb was a better fit on Zero over Primitive.
I like Elijah Berle. I have a few complaints- fake steez, swongo, but when he has a new part out I’m stoked to see what stuff he does. He charges stuff, it’s pretty rad.
if you wear a ton of skate shit ur living in kooktown.. id rather slam wearing a 2 dollar shirt thats a cool color than a gx1000 shirt that cost me 25 bucks
Expand QuoteI like Elijah Berle. I have a few complaints- fake steez, swongo, but when he has a new part out I’m stoked to see what stuff he does. He charges stuff, it’s pretty rad.[close]
Fuck I kinda agree, I dislike almost everything about the guy but I'm definitely down to watch him skate
Should get bonus points for being able to skate (or even walk) in 873s. Talk about fuken nuts in a vice...Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI like Elijah Berle. I have a few complaints- fake steez, swongo, but when he has a new part out I’m stoked to see what stuff he does. He charges stuff, it’s pretty rad.[close]
Fuck I kinda agree, I dislike almost everything about the guy but I'm definitely down to watch him skate[close]
Hear hear.
Even if you dink your truck on the way out?Dink bs 5-0 bs 180 to add maximum tastefulness
Elijah Berle fucking sucks you guys are trippinNo way man he’s good.
Should get bonus points for being able to skate (or even walk) in 873s. Talk about fuken nuts in a vice...Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI like Elijah Berle. I have a few complaints- fake steez, swongo, but when he has a new part out I’m stoked to see what stuff he does. He charges stuff, it’s pretty rad.[close]
Fuck I kinda agree, I dislike almost everything about the guy but I'm definitely down to watch him skate[close]
Hear hear.[close]
Lol I've actually tried and there was no amount of sizing up that could make them work. They're just weirdly made pants with no ball/ass room. Who knows maybe he has multiple blowouts per session but for us peasants just gotta get 874s and taper the legs if you don't want them too looseExpand QuoteShould get bonus points for being able to skate (or even walk) in 873s. Talk about fuken nuts in a vice...Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI like Elijah Berle. I have a few complaints- fake steez, swongo, but when he has a new part out I’m stoked to see what stuff he does. He charges stuff, it’s pretty rad.[close]
Fuck I kinda agree, I dislike almost everything about the guy but I'm definitely down to watch him skate[close]
Hear hear.[close][close]
Those things look like they’re hanging on for dear life when he’s skating in them. I would have to size them up at least 2 sizes in order to be anywhere near what I would consider comfort.
Lol I've actually tried and there was no amount of sizing up that could make them work. They're just weirdly made pants with no ball/ass room. Who knows maybe he has multiple blowouts per session but for us peasants just gotta get 874s and taper the legs if you don't want them too looseExpand QuoteExpand QuoteShould get bonus points for being able to skate (or even walk) in 873s. Talk about fuken nuts in a vice...Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI like Elijah Berle. I have a few complaints- fake steez, swongo, but when he has a new part out I’m stoked to see what stuff he does. He charges stuff, it’s pretty rad.[close]
Fuck I kinda agree, I dislike almost everything about the guy but I'm definitely down to watch him skate[close]
Hear hear.[close][close]
Those things look like they’re hanging on for dear life when he’s skating in them. I would have to size them up at least 2 sizes in order to be anywhere near what I would consider comfort.[close]
Cross locked 5050s on circle rails look better, usually if they are heel locked it’s because their trucks are too tight.
Expand QuoteCross locked 5050s on circle rails look better, usually if they are heel locked it’s because their trucks are too tight.[close]
I've also come around to the crosslocking.
It just looks more natural, the perfectly straight 50s are starting to look micromanaged.
Gooodlawdy the kids have won
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteCross locked 5050s on circle rails look better, usually if they are heel locked it’s because their trucks are too tight.[close]
I've also come around to the crosslocking.
It just looks more natural, the perfectly straight 50s are starting to look micromanaged.
Gooodlawdy the kids have won[close]
.....Nah
Cross locked 5050s on circle rails look better, usually if they are heel locked it’s because their trucks are too tight.They still look like failed smiths to me
Caring about cross locking is nerd shitIt makes sense why people care about them but I'm tired of the discussion around it. Same with when people were obsessed with wheelbase a year or two ago
Oh god the wheelbase peopleIt makes sense why people care about them but I'm tired of the discussion around it. Same with when people were obsessed with wheelbase a year or two agoExpand QuoteCaring about cross locking is nerd shit[close]
Oh god the wheelbase peopleExpand QuoteIt makes sense why people care about them but I'm tired of the discussion around it. Same with when people were obsessed with wheelbase a year or two agoExpand QuoteCaring about cross locking is nerd shit[close][close]
The crooked grind is the nose grinding version of cross locking……
Expand QuoteThe crooked grind is the nose grinding version of cross locking……[close]
this is why there's no such thing as a frontside overcrook
The crooked grind is the nose grinding version of cross locking……
Expand QuoteThe crooked grind is the nose grinding version of cross locking……[close]
As a full time crooked grinder, I actually agree.
Bs nosegrinds are absolutely superior, and I never learned those.
But fs crooks are way cooler and harder than fs nosegrinds
What about anti cross locking to appease those who are so critical?I stand by my claim last year that the coolest 50-50s are balanced in the middle of your trucks, not locked at all.
i don't get these lock-in discussions...Jah himself says he thinks cross locks are riskier if you hit a kink.
holding on to (long) 5050s on round rails is hard as hell in itself.
it's not going to be easier if you're going to go cross locked or heel locked or whatever.
you also have to keep in mind that each version of locking in comes with its respective dangers.
so keep on grinding round rails, lock in as you please. skating rails is dangerous.
It makes sense why people care about them but I'm tired of the discussion around it. Same with when people were obsessed with wheelbase a year or two agoExpand QuoteCaring about cross locking is nerd shit[close]
I wouldn't call this unpopular. A large amount of people say the same thingJah himself says he thinks cross locks are riskier if you hit a kink.Expand Quotei don't get these lock-in discussions...
holding on to (long) 5050s on round rails is hard as hell in itself.
it's not going to be easier if you're going to go cross locked or heel locked or whatever.
you also have to keep in mind that each version of locking in comes with its respective dangers.
so keep on grinding round rails, lock in as you please. skating rails is dangerous.[close]
Edit- and I’ll add an unpopular opinion- Ninejah is the greatest handrail skater in history. Sorry Pat Duffy go cry to Alex Jones.
I stand by my claim last year that the coolest 50-50s are balanced in the middle of your trucks, not locked at all.Expand QuoteWhat about anti cross locking to appease those who are so critical?[close]
Alien Workshop put out some great videos but their overall aesthetic was kinda dumb.Great post for the thread. Absolutely completely fucking wrong. Best board company of all time.
half cabs: clunky, lots of panels, sits in a strange spot on your ankle. overall a weird and kind of ugly shoe
Hold up one second, folks…
Before we toss the cross-lock debate into the dustbin of history & call it settled, I have just one or two more questions: is there a right and/or wrong way to cross lock?
Does the correct technique change depending on one’s approach (example: FS v. BS, switch, etc)?
Is the cross-lock a technique invented by Jamie Thomas, at the behest of the Vatican & baby Jesus, in order to bring us all closer to god?
Okay… I confess, I don’t care about that last one, but the other questies remain.
What day the PALS?
Hold up one second, folks…Front foot toeside, back foot heelside
Before we toss the cross-lock debate into the dustbin of history & call it settled, I have just one or two more questions: is there a right and/or wrong way to cross lock?
Does the correct technique change depending on one’s approach (example: FS v. BS, switch, etc)?
Is the cross-lock a technique invented by Jamie Thomas, at the behest of the Vatican & baby Jesus, in order to bring us all closer to god?
Okay… I confess, I don’t care about that last one, but the other questies remain.
What day the PALS?
Oh god the wheelbase peopleExpand QuoteIt makes sense why people care about them but I'm tired of the discussion around it. Same with when people were obsessed with wheelbase a year or two agoExpand QuoteCaring about cross locking is nerd shit[close][close]
You don’t get to move to NYC and call yourself an NYC skater but it’s acceptable if you’re from Florida, N Jersey or LI, I don’t make the rulesin relation to the NJ and LI, i feel like there's a certain radius around the city that you're allowed to be from and still claim to be the aforementioned "City skater". That said, if i find out that you are, I'm allowed to scoff and tease you. Dems the rules.
what about moving to nyc from la and calling your company “917”
Expand QuoteOh god the wheelbase peopleExpand QuoteIt makes sense why people care about them but I'm tired of the discussion around it. Same with when people were obsessed with wheelbase a year or two agoExpand QuoteCaring about cross locking is nerd shit[close][close][close]
You sound like the type of dude to say something like "this gildan t fits perfectly, lets go to mcdonalds in my chevy cruze and blast some linkin park on the way"
Expand QuoteIt makes sense why people care about them but I'm tired of the discussion around it. Same with when people were obsessed with wheelbase a year or two agoExpand QuoteCaring about cross locking is nerd shit[close][close]
To be fair, discovering wheelbase was like finding the Higgs Boson. Minds were blown.
Alien Workshop put out some great videos but their overall aesthetic was kinda dumb.no fucking way, AWS is one of the greatest companies on pure art direction and concept alone, sure they are now a sad shell of their former self and had quite a few missteps over the years (rob & big boards, infowars collab, danny way) but they were so ahead of their time. it would be hard to imagine anyone spending any amount of time here: https://cresciteundo.com/ (https://cresciteundo.com/) and coming away with this opinion.
half cabs: clunky, lots of panels, sits in a strange spot on your ankle. overall a weird and kind of ugly shoehalf cabs are objectively ugly, but are a dope by proximity thing by being worn by some of the most stylish and cool skaters ever. i never liked skating half cabs.
Expand Quotewhat about moving to nyc from la and calling your company “917”[close]
Heinous, also saw somebody refer to Dill as and "East Coast legend" and I wanted to vomit profusely.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteOh god the wheelbase peopleExpand QuoteIt makes sense why people care about them but I'm tired of the discussion around it. Same with when people were obsessed with wheelbase a year or two agoExpand QuoteCaring about cross locking is nerd shit[close][close][close]
You sound like the type of dude to say something like "this gildan t fits perfectly, lets go to mcdonalds in my chevy cruze and blast some linkin park on the way"[close]
People who don't understand how important wheelbase is blow my mind
Other unpopular opinion: there's no reason to be skating mellow kick boards, steep kick >>>> mellow kick, the only reason dlx-level mellow kicks are more popular than steep is because people get thrown off by the ghost pop skating steep boards but once you acclimate you can do everything like twice as high. I skate indy standards tho get it if youre on really high trucks or something.
Expand QuoteExpand Quotewhat about moving to nyc from la and calling your company “917”[close]
Heinous, also saw somebody refer to Dill as and "East Coast legend" and I wanted to vomit profusely.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteOh god the wheelbase peopleExpand QuoteIt makes sense why people care about them but I'm tired of the discussion around it. Same with when people were obsessed with wheelbase a year or two agoExpand QuoteCaring about cross locking is nerd shit[close][close][close]
You sound like the type of dude to say something like "this gildan t fits perfectly, lets go to mcdonalds in my chevy cruze and blast some linkin park on the way"[close]
People who don't understand how important wheelbase is blow my mind
Other unpopular opinion: there's no reason to be skating mellow kick boards, steep kick >>>> mellow kick, the only reason dlx-level mellow kicks are more popular than steep is because people get thrown off by the ghost pop skating steep boards but once you acclimate you can do everything like twice as high. I skate indy standards tho get it if youre on really high trucks or something.[close]
I'm not aware of any popular truck brand making something taller than an indy standard.
Nik stain skates steep ass hockey decks on 56mm classics and indy standards.
Such a tough guy setup.
I'm too weak for that.
Expand QuoteHold up one second, folks…
Before we toss the cross-lock debate into the dustbin of history & call it settled, I have just one or two more questions: is there a right and/or wrong way to cross lock?
Does the correct technique change depending on one’s approach (example: FS v. BS, switch, etc)?
Is the cross-lock a technique invented by Jamie Thomas, at the behest of the Vatican & baby Jesus, in order to bring us all closer to god?
Okay… I confess, I don’t care about that last one, but the other questies remain.
What day the PALS?[close]
This is why. This is why I pay bulgarian camgirls five dollars a minute to call me racial slurs. I hope you’re happy with yourself.
Edit: You don’t get to move to NYC and call yourself an NYC skater but it’s acceptable if you’re from Florida, N Jersey or LI, I don’t make the rules
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHold up one second, folks…
Before we toss the cross-lock debate into the dustbin of history & call it settled, I have just one or two more questions: is there a right and/or wrong way to cross lock?
Does the correct technique change depending on one’s approach (example: FS v. BS, switch, etc)?
Is the cross-lock a technique invented by Jamie Thomas, at the behest of the Vatican & baby Jesus, in order to bring us all closer to god?
Okay… I confess, I don’t care about that last one, but the other questies remain.
What day the PALS?[close]
This is why. This is why I pay bulgarian camgirls five dollars a minute to call me racial slurs. I hope you’re happy with yourself.
Edit: You don’t get to move to NYC and call yourself an NYC skater but it’s acceptable if you’re from Florida, N Jersey or LI, I don’t make the rules[close]
where's your home state that you just moved back to
what about moving to nyc from la and calling your company “917”
Expand QuoteExpand Quotewhat about moving to nyc from la and calling your company “917”[close]
Heinous, also saw somebody refer to Dill as and "East Coast legend" and I wanted to vomit profusely.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteOh god the wheelbase peopleExpand QuoteIt makes sense why people care about them but I'm tired of the discussion around it. Same with when people were obsessed with wheelbase a year or two agoExpand QuoteCaring about cross locking is nerd shit[close][close][close]
You sound like the type of dude to say something like "this gildan t fits perfectly, lets go to mcdonalds in my chevy cruze and blast some linkin park on the way"[close]
People who don't understand how important wheelbase is blow my mind
Other unpopular opinion: there's no reason to be skating mellow kick boards, steep kick >>>> mellow kick, the only reason dlx-level mellow kicks are more popular than steep is because people get thrown off by the ghost pop skating steep boards but once you acclimate you can do everything like twice as high. I skate indy standards tho get it if youre on really high trucks or something.[close]
I'm not aware of any popular truck brand making something taller than an indy standard.
Nik stain skates steep ass hockey decks on 56mm classics and indy standards.
Such a tough guy setup.
I'm too weak for that.
Big wheels are ugly
Saw a kid mashing around the city Ollieing up curbs speed checking etc on some worn down like 44mm f4s shit gave me a lil chubby
Expand QuoteBig wheels are ugly
Saw a kid mashing around the city Ollieing up curbs speed checking etc on some worn down like 44mm f4s shit gave me a lil chubby[close]
I go back and forth on whether or not i like the big wheel look, especially because its so common now. I think its dependent on the skater/setup honestly. I REALLY hate when dudes have super worn big wheels and dont rotate them so they're all super different sizes. I also think the big wheels with sharp edges/conical sides are harder to make look good than wheels with round edges
But you're out of your mind if you think sub 50mm looks good, that shit is gross.
Big wheels are ugly???
Saw a kid mashing around the city Ollieing up curbs speed checking etc on some worn down like 44mm f4s shit gave me a lil chubby
Can someone please explain what the logic was behind skating really small wheels in the 90's? I wasn't around back then and have always been curious about that. I assume it has to do with most people switching from vert to street but why go that small?Expand QuoteExpand QuoteBig wheels are ugly
Saw a kid mashing around the city Ollieing up curbs speed checking etc on some worn down like 44mm f4s shit gave me a lil chubby[close]
I go back and forth on whether or not i like the big wheel look, especially because its so common now. I think its dependent on the skater/setup honestly. I REALLY hate when dudes have super worn big wheels and dont rotate them so they're all super different sizes. I also think the big wheels with sharp edges/conical sides are harder to make look good than wheels with round edges
But you're out of your mind if you think sub 50mm looks good, that shit is gross.[close]
big wheels on sub 9" boards look so stupid. makes your deck look like a monster truck. and not in any good way. even on bigger boards small wheels look better. nothing beats some sub 50mm wheels on a big board.
its just that small wheels suck to skate on...
Less rotational weight for flips and shit was the basic premise.Thank you, that was well explained. I was kinda prepared to get solely sarcastic answers
Less material, hence less manufacturing cost, while still charging the same price, was likely a motivating factor for the wheel makers. not to mention, they had to be replaced more frequently.
Real used to sell their "Real Small Wheels" in 6 packs, for the same price everybody else was charging for 4, which was pretty decent, all things considered.
I was there….spite…..I also assumed this was part of the reason. Definitely the reason for a lot of trends
Expand QuoteBig wheels are ugly
Saw a kid mashing around the city Ollieing up curbs speed checking etc on some worn down like 44mm f4s shit gave me a lil chubby[close]
I go back and forth on whether or not i like the big wheel look, especially because its so common now. I think its dependent on the skater/setup honestly. I REALLY hate when dudes have super worn big wheels and dont rotate them so they're all super different sizes. I also think the big wheels with sharp edges/conical sides are harder to make look good than wheels with round edges
But you're out of your mind if you think sub 50mm looks good, that shit is gross.
Thank you, that was well explained. I was kinda prepared to get solely sarcastic answersExpand QuoteLess rotational weight for flips and shit was the basic premise.
Less material, hence less manufacturing cost, while still charging the same price, was likely a motivating factor for the wheel makers. not to mention, they had to be replaced more frequently.
Real used to sell their "Real Small Wheels" in 6 packs, for the same price everybody else was charging for 4, which was pretty decent, all things considered.[close]I also assumed this was part of the reason. Definitely the reason for a lot of trendsExpand QuoteI was there….spite…..[close]
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteBig wheels are ugly
Saw a kid mashing around the city Ollieing up curbs speed checking etc on some worn down like 44mm f4s shit gave me a lil chubby[close]
I go back and forth on whether or not i like the big wheel look, especially because its so common now. I think its dependent on the skater/setup honestly. I REALLY hate when dudes have super worn big wheels and dont rotate them so they're all super different sizes. I also think the big wheels with sharp edges/conical sides are harder to make look good than wheels with round edges
But you're out of your mind if you think sub 50mm looks good, that shit is gross.[close]
big wheels on sub 9" boards look so stupid. makes your deck look like a monster truck. and not in any good way. even on bigger boards small wheels look better. nothing beats some sub 50mm wheels on a big board.
its just that small wheels suck to skate on...
The two kinds of hardflips and fs flips should be separate tricks.When I started skating and didn't know anything we would call any type of illusion flip a hardflip (frontside flip would be 180 hardflip, inward heel would be backside hardflip etc) and the proper flip ones we would call front shove it kickflip or something. I think we thought the "hard" was because you had to pop hard to make it go over vertically and hadn't figured out you could actually pop the other tricks higher than an inch off the ground.
Like if someone does that ugly pressure hardflip shove it thing in a game of skate, I should be able to take the letter and do an actual nice hardflip, giving that guy a letter and making him feel bad about it.
Another argument in favor of this: I can switch hardflip both ways and it's oh so different.
For me those are as different as impossible and 360shove.
if it’s offensive then you better make sure you can do it shitty toothe problem is when you can only do the proper version but it's a hard trick for you at the same time, while the illusion/pressure flippers usually have that shit on lock.
The two kinds of hardflips and fs flips should be separate tricks.
Like if someone does that ugly pressure hardflip shove it thing in a game of skate, I should be able to take the letter and do an actual nice hardflip, giving that guy a letter and making him feel bad about it.
Another argument in favor of this: I can switch hardflip both ways and it's oh so different.
For me those are as different as impossible and 360shove.
Expand QuoteThe two kinds of hardflips and fs flips should be separate tricks.
Like if someone does that ugly pressure hardflip shove it thing in a game of skate, I should be able to take the letter and do an actual nice hardflip, giving that guy a letter and making him feel bad about it.
Another argument in favor of this: I can switch hardflip both ways and it's oh so different.
For me those are as different as impossible and 360shove.[close]
A little off topic:
I can sw fs flip, nollie bs flip and sw hardflip the ugly way. Learned it in the 90s when it was acceptable, felt ashamed for it a long time and now do them on and off and dont have them super consistent. I more or less accepted the fate that I ll never do them the nice and proper way. Have you learned it later? And if so, do you have any tips?
Thank you,
from an almost 40 year old avid illusion flipper from the 90s
oh hell yeah! a discussion about frontside flips! we should talk about our favorite skaters nextMine is probably Jerry or Cairo, but definitely not Alfonso.
More of a question than an opinion but do you think Cariuma will be normalised in skateboarding like Nike etc? I remember the net resistance to Nike back whenever it was and look at them now. Still feels weird to me seeing them (and other running shoe brands) and would never buy them but each to their own. Seeing more and more Cariumas in the wild (and on good skaters) so it appears the same thing might be happening.
Big wheels are ugly
Saw a kid mashing around the city Ollieing up curbs speed checking etc on some worn down like 44mm f4s shit gave me a lil chubby
Expand QuoteBig wheels are ugly
Saw a kid mashing around the city Ollieing up curbs speed checking etc on some worn down like 44mm f4s shit gave me a lil chubby[close]
You saw a little kid skating. You liked it and it gave you an erection?
In my defense he was like 20 and the chubby was metaphorical. Not nearly as weird as when I saw a 13 year old mashing in the bike lane trying every single flatground trick he knew full speed and I said "wuddup king" to him while i skated byExpand QuoteExpand QuoteBig wheels are ugly
Saw a kid mashing around the city Ollieing up curbs speed checking etc on some worn down like 44mm f4s shit gave me a lil chubby[close]
You saw a little kid skating. You liked it and it gave you an erection?[close]
foreal 😂 mega pause on that one
More of a question than an opinion but do you think Cariuma will be normalised in skateboarding like Nike etc? I remember the net resistance to Nike back whenever it was and look at them now. Still feels weird to me seeing them (and other running shoe brands) and would never buy them but each to their own. Seeing more and more Cariumas in the wild (and on good skaters) so it appears the same thing might be happening.Thing is whatever you thought of them Nike had BA, P-rod, Janoski and Gino while Cariuma has Jagger Eaton, Skategoat, Garret Ginner and a 53 year old Mike V. Plus I don't think many people thought Nike was an uncool brand, it was just pretty antithetical to skateboarding, whereas Cariumas look like complete ass.
More of a question than an opinion but do you think Cariuma will be normalised in skateboarding like Nike etc? I remember the net resistance to Nike back whenever it was and look at them now. Still feels weird to me seeing them (and other running shoe brands) and would never buy them but each to their own. Seeing more and more Cariumas in the wild (and on good skaters) so it appears the same thing might be happening.
I could never force myself to watch Koston parts because his style is so bad i understand he's a legend and all ability wise but i could just never careHe had acceptable style. I can’t remember anyone saying it was great or complaining about it. I love his part in H Street Next Generation and his Mouse part was pretty good.
Edit: i forced myself to watch a jagger eaton part to compare their styles but i ended up enjoying a lot of the tricks because i watched it on mute and ignored the garbage broll, the ender for his berrics part is absolutely nuts i hate that i enjoyed as many of the tricks as i did
Did he have really good style relative to others early on in his career? Carroll still looked great relative to his peers for an insane amount of time i tried to watch kostons yeah right part and it looked like shit i had to turn it off like two minutes in, just a human bussup machine he's a hammer machine but who likes watching his shit, honestly arguably like one tier above jagger eaton in style
Edit 2: jesus the way he sets up his nollie tricks makes me feel a way i never want to feel again, feet like two inches apart which should be cool and very fresh but he makes every nollie trick look like a looney tunes character jumping on a chair to get away from a mouse
I agree Koston's style is acceptable, especially when factored into his era and what he was doing relative to his peers. Girl/Chocolate though was always loaded with skaters with great style such as Carroll, Gino, Guy, Scott Johnston, MJ, Kenny Anderson, BA, Rick Howard, Keenan, etc. So Koston's was always a bit rough around the edges compared to those guys, but he was also pushing skating on a technical level on ledges, rails, and big gaps that no one else really was and did so for like 15 years. While I'm rarely a tech over style guy, I think Koston finds a good medium. Not everyone can be Lucas Puig or MJ where they make even insanely technical tricks look amazing (which is a rare feat in general). Koston's stuff was generally popped and caught clean, which is more than you can say about a decent amount of guys who came out of the small wheels era doing insanely tech tricks.He had acceptable style. I can’t remember anyone saying it was great or complaining about it. I love his part in H Street Next Generation and his Mouse part was pretty good.Expand QuoteI could never force myself to watch Koston parts because his style is so bad i understand he's a legend and all ability wise but i could just never care
Edit: i forced myself to watch a jagger eaton part to compare their styles but i ended up enjoying a lot of the tricks because i watched it on mute and ignored the garbage broll, the ender for his berrics part is absolutely nuts i hate that i enjoyed as many of the tricks as i did
Did he have really good style relative to others early on in his career? Carroll still looked great relative to his peers for an insane amount of time i tried to watch kostons yeah right part and it looked like shit i had to turn it off like two minutes in, just a human bussup machine he's a hammer machine but who likes watching his shit, honestly arguably like one tier above jagger eaton in style
Edit 2: jesus the way he sets up his nollie tricks makes me feel a way i never want to feel again, feet like two inches apart which should be cool and very fresh but he makes every nollie trick look like a looney tunes character jumping on a chair to get away from a mouse[close]
More of a question than an opinion but do you think Cariuma will be normalised in skateboarding like Nike etc? I remember the net resistance to Nike back whenever it was and look at them now. Still feels weird to me seeing them (and other running shoe brands) and would never buy them but each to their own. Seeing more and more Cariumas in the wild (and on good skaters) so it appears the same thing might be happening.
Expand QuoteSorry I only eat food in bar form. When you concentrate food you unleash it's awesome power, I'm told. That's why I am compressing five pounds of spaghetti into one handy mouth sized bar. Hurrmph.....mmm.....Hospital please.[close]
i do the same but with shitting
i hold my shits in for 4 days to maximize my colon's absorbtion of vitamins and minerals.
then i shit a single 5 pound x 1 foot long cylindrical shit brick
I could never force myself to watch Koston parts because his style is so bad i understand he's a legend and all ability wise but i could just never care
Edit: i forced myself to watch a jagger eaton part to compare their styles but i ended up enjoying a lot of the tricks because i watched it on mute and ignored the garbage broll, the ender for his berrics part is absolutely nuts i hate that i enjoyed as many of the tricks as i did
Did he have really good style relative to others early on in his career? Carroll still looked great relative to his peers for an insane amount of time i tried to watch kostons yeah right part and it looked like shit i had to turn it off like two minutes in, just a human bussup machine he's a hammer machine but who likes watching his shit, honestly arguably like one tier above jagger eaton in style
Edit 2: jesus the way he sets up his nollie tricks makes me feel a way i never want to feel again, feet like two inches apart which should be cool and very fresh but he makes every nollie trick look like a looney tunes character jumping on a chair to get away from a mouse
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteSorry I only eat food in bar form. When you concentrate food you unleash it's awesome power, I'm told. That's why I am compressing five pounds of spaghetti into one handy mouth sized bar. Hurrmph.....mmm.....Hospital please.[close]
i do the same but with shitting
i hold my shits in for 4 days to maximize my colon's absorbtion of vitamins and minerals.
then i shit a single 5 pound x 1 foot long cylindrical shit brick[close]
So 2 courics then. Not bad.
Dwindle makes good skateboards.
Expand QuoteDwindle makes good skateboards.[close]
I feel like this is consensus opinion among anyone who has skated one over the past ~5 years.
No…..people hate on them because they are made in China….or that they just don’t like them and shit….it’s fun to hate on stuff….
There are specific characteristics which may not be everyone’s preferences but the boards are fine….I hope they stick around…
Gildan's are the industry standard for blank t-shirts. I have about 4 different styles in my closet and some are worse than others but some of their styles are great eg. Heavy Cotton. Stop dragging their name through the mud and pick on Hanes instead their blanks are trash
Expand QuoteGildan's are the industry standard for blank t-shirts. I have about 4 different styles in my closet and some are worse than others but some of their styles are great eg. Heavy Cotton. Stop dragging their name through the mud and pick on Hanes instead their blanks are trash[close]
agreed. gildans are great and i dig how their proportions aren’t too long. blanks like independent trading co runs way too long
I agree Koston's style is acceptable, especially when factored into his era and what he was doing relative to his peers. Girl/Chocolate though was always loaded with skaters with great style such as Carroll, Gino, Guy, Scott Johnston, MJ, Kenny Anderson, BA, Rick Howard, Keenan, etc. So Koston's was always a bit rough around the edges compared to those guys, but he was also pushing skating on a technical level on ledges, rails, and big gaps that no one else really was and did so for like 15 years. While I'm rarely a tech over style guy, I think Koston finds a good medium. Not everyone can be Lucas Puig or MJ where they make even insanely technical tricks look amazing (which is a rare feat in general). Koston's stuff was generally popped and caught clean, which is more than you can say about a decent amount of guys who came out of the small wheels era doing insanely tech tricks.Expand QuoteHe had acceptable style. I can’t remember anyone saying it was great or complaining about it. I love his part in H Street Next Generation and his Mouse part was pretty good.Expand QuoteI could never force myself to watch Koston parts because his style is so bad i understand he's a legend and all ability wise but i could just never care
Edit: i forced myself to watch a jagger eaton part to compare their styles but i ended up enjoying a lot of the tricks because i watched it on mute and ignored the garbage broll, the ender for his berrics part is absolutely nuts i hate that i enjoyed as many of the tricks as i did
Did he have really good style relative to others early on in his career? Carroll still looked great relative to his peers for an insane amount of time i tried to watch kostons yeah right part and it looked like shit i had to turn it off like two minutes in, just a human bussup machine he's a hammer machine but who likes watching his shit, honestly arguably like one tier above jagger eaton in style
Edit 2: jesus the way he sets up his nollie tricks makes me feel a way i never want to feel again, feet like two inches apart which should be cool and very fresh but he makes every nollie trick look like a looney tunes character jumping on a chair to get away from a mouse[close][close]
Please stop Lowriding or "sagging" your pants. I have no interest in seeing your underwear. Buy a belt, cinch it up and live a good life.
Please stop Lowriding or "sagging" your pants. I have no interest in seeing your underwear. Buy a belt, cinch it up and live a good life.
Expand QuotePlease stop Lowriding or "sagging" your pants. I have no interest in seeing your underwear. Buy a belt, cinch it up and live a good life.[close]
The hot take uttered at thousands of thanksgiving dinners
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Expand QuoteExpand QuotePlease stop Lowriding or "sagging" your pants. I have no interest in seeing your underwear. Buy a belt, cinch it up and live a good life.[close]
Not everyone is punk hesh nerd, boomer.[close]
Haha, you like it you bundle of sticks bound together with string.
Say it with your chest, you scaredy-cat wimp!Expand QuoteExpand QuotePlease stop Lowriding or "sagging" your pants. I have no interest in seeing your underwear. Buy a belt, cinch it up and live a good life.[close]
Not everyone is punk hesh nerd, boomer.[close]
Haha, you like it you bundle of sticks bound together with string.
Say it with your chest, you scaredy-cat wimp!Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePlease stop Lowriding or "sagging" your pants. I have no interest in seeing your underwear. Buy a belt, cinch it up and live a good life.[close]
Not everyone is punk hesh nerd, boomer.[close]
Haha, you like it you bundle of sticks bound together with string.[close]
Such a coward, you’re not even willing to own your shitty opinions & take the heat for them.
Kindly fuck all the way off, you yellow bellied nebbish, you spineless poltroon, and any number of various other apt, old timey insults I can muster to hurl at you, you god forsaken jellyfish of a human.
In other words, beat it you squid.
what dat mouth do girly? besides talk crass and show ass. mans right, pull dem pants up. we aint beltless in jail anymoreExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePlease stop Lowriding or "sagging" your pants. I have no interest in seeing your underwear. Buy a belt, cinch it up and live a good life.[close]
Not everyone is punk hesh nerd, boomer.[close]
Haha, you like it you bundle of sticks bound together with string.[close]
Replying again because my response to you initially was much nicer until I figured out what you meant. Nice way to call someone a fa$$ot you loser. Showing your true scumbag colors. Also I'm a straight female so call me that all you want; you're right I LOVE DICK. Try again q anon boomer. God forbid a female participates, I'm sorry it upsets your old man assumptions about who's here. God forbid I was a male, or even a gay male, it'd be even more offensive. BA is a better skater than you'll ever be and represents the culture better too.
what dat mouth do girly? besides talk crass and show ass. mans right, pull dem pants up. we aint beltless in jail anymoreExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePlease stop Lowriding or "sagging" your pants. I have no interest in seeing your underwear. Buy a belt, cinch it up and live a good life.[close]
Not everyone is punk hesh nerd, boomer.[close]
Haha, you like it you bundle of sticks bound together with string.[close]
Replying again because my response to you initially was much nicer until I figured out what you meant. Nice way to call someone a fa$$ot you loser. Showing your true scumbag colors. Also I'm a straight female so call me that all you want; you're right I LOVE DICK. Try again q anon boomer. God forbid a female participates, I'm sorry it upsets your old man assumptions about who's here. God forbid I was a male, or even a gay male, it'd be even more offensive. BA is a better skater than you'll ever be and represents the culture better too.[close]
You like mens assholes and you want to service mens assholes but you can't make a living from it so it's your only hobby.
You're right. I just wanted to make a simple unpopular opinion without becoming the target for abuse. I call a truce.
Expand QuoteYou're right. I just wanted to make a simple unpopular opinion without becoming the target for abuse. I call a truce.[close]
Truce it is, hope you land your next trick battle.
Dear god where are the modsif they were up your ass youd know where they are
Dear god where are the mods
Never tried it and never will going to die virginConnecting the dots
Connecting the dotsExpand QuoteNever tried it and never will going to die virgin[close]
Please stop Lowriding or "sagging" your pants. I have no interest in seeing your underwear. Buy a belt, cinch it up and live a good life.
Expand QuotePlease stop Lowriding or "sagging" your pants. I have no interest in seeing your underwear. Buy a belt, cinch it up and live a good life.[close]
Lavar entered in the chat.
I’ll defend sagging before I defend involuntary celibacyExpand QuoteExpand QuotePlease stop Lowriding or "sagging" your pants. I have no interest in seeing your underwear. Buy a belt, cinch it up and live a good life.[close]
Lavar entered in the chat.[close]
Who is going to defend sagging now? roflmfao
I’ll defend sagging before I defend involuntary celibacyExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePlease stop Lowriding or "sagging" your pants. I have no interest in seeing your underwear. Buy a belt, cinch it up and live a good life.[close]
Lavar entered in the chat.[close]
Who is going to defend sagging now? roflmfao[close]
correct me if im regular but didnt the man say hes voluntarily celibate cause nobody deserves his tight ass? comprehension.I’ll defend sagging before I defend involuntary celibacyExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePlease stop Lowriding or "sagging" your pants. I have no interest in seeing your underwear. Buy a belt, cinch it up and live a good life.[close]
Lavar entered in the chat.[close]
Who is going to defend sagging now? roflmfao[close]
My unpopular opinion is all celibacy is involuntary no matter what you tell yourselfcorrect me if im regular but didnt the man say hes voluntarily celibate cause nobody deserves his tight ass? comprehension.Expand QuoteI’ll defend sagging before I defend involuntary celibacyExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePlease stop Lowriding or "sagging" your pants. I have no interest in seeing your underwear. Buy a belt, cinch it up and live a good life.[close]
Lavar entered in the chat.[close]
Who is going to defend sagging now? roflmfao[close][close]
my unpopular opinion is the world could achieve peace if everyone could go on a walk and feel greg carrolls empathy
people who hate on wax saying "just go faster" and "just wax your board" are most of the time not good at skating or if they are good, usually only skate the very end of the ledge & dont grind/slide for very long
im fucking sick and tired of these meat heads
im not gonna wax the ledge if you say youre not cool with it. you fucking adding your stupid bullshit to saying no isnt gone change anything other than me thinking youre a dumbass
people who hate on wax saying "just go faster" and "just wax your board" are most of the time not good at skating or if they are good, usually only skate the very end of the ledge & dont grind/slide for very long
im fucking sick and tired of these meat heads
im not gonna wax the ledge if you say youre not cool with it. you fucking adding your stupid bullshit to saying no isnt gone change anything other than me thinking youre a dumbass
people who hate on wax saying "just go faster" and "just wax your board" are most of the time not good at skating or if they are good, usually only skate the very end of the ledge & dont grind/slide for very longIt's both ways tho. Sliding long means nothing if you just put a whole block of wax on the ledge and can just pose on it. It's like tailscraping a manual. It used to be to grind more than 4 feet your entire body would have to be way behind the board.
im fucking sick and tired of these meat heads
im not gonna wax the ledge if you say youre not cool with it. you fucking adding your stupid bullshit to saying no isnt gone change anything other than me thinking youre a dumbass
It’s 2023…..you can wax the shit out of everything……if you can’t handle the wax, stay on the east coast….Why would too much wax make something harder? If people don’t want to slip out they should do their trick correctly. Not my fault you can’t.
Why would too much wax make something harder? If people don’t want to slip out they should do their trick correctly. Not my fault you can’t.Expand QuoteIt’s 2023…..you can wax the shit out of everything……if you can’t handle the wax, stay on the east coast….[close]
Some people like to feel like they're skating and not doing a Disney on Ice routine. Most people who over wax go too slow anyway.Why would too much wax make something harder? If people don’t want to slip out they should do their trick correctly. Not my fault you can’t.Expand QuoteIt’s 2023…..you can wax the shit out of everything……if you can’t handle the wax, stay on the east coast….[close]
I wish nothing but the best to skate shop owners and I love people being able to support themselves by working in skating. But am I really ethically obligated to spend money at skate shops when I could save like 30-40% buying shit on sale online. I enjoy buying stuff in shops especially stuff that doesn’t really come on crazy sales (f4s or something) but isn’t “supporting your local” just an indirect for of charity to skaters who don’t want to do anything else in the world. I always thought they were supposed to throw contests and stuff or something but money is too tight to give back like that nowadays, what are you gonna do like employ five skaters who don’t want to work shitty jobs, a lot of dudes make their money from shitty jobs why are we subsidizing you? Not even saying people are greedy or lazy and I appreciate them being around when I don’t want to order online but like is it worth spending hundreds of dollars extra every year just to not feel bad? You’re giving a shop board a month to some guys in your city who are good at skating? Who give a shit? You can get bbs blanks on sale from tactics we’ll start a gofundme it just seems like a weird circuitous form of charity to me
I wish nothing but the best to skate shop owners and I love people being able to support themselves by working in skating. But am I really ethically obligated to spend money at skate shops when I could save like 30-40% buying shit on sale online. I enjoy buying stuff in shops especially stuff that doesn’t really come on crazy sales (f4s or something) but isn’t “supporting your local” just an indirect for of charity to skaters who don’t want to do anything else in the world. I always thought they were supposed to throw contests and stuff or something but money is too tight to give back like that nowadays, what are you gonna do like employ five skaters who don’t want to work shitty jobs, a lot of dudes make their money from shitty jobs why are we subsidizing you? Not even saying people are greedy or lazy and I appreciate them being around when I don’t want to order online but like is it worth spending hundreds of dollars extra every year just to not feel bad? You’re giving a shop board a month to some guys in your city who are good at skating? Who give a shit? You can get bbs blanks on sale from tactics we’ll start a gofundme it just seems like a weird circuitous form of charity to me
Also I need paint on the bottom of my board because the SLIDE MARKS make everything FEEL COMFORTABLE AND FAMILIAR UNDER MY FEET, I
HATE NATURAL BOTTOM PLYS OR WHATEVER ITS CALLED WHEN THE BOTTOM IS JUST WOOD I HATE IT
I wish nothing but the best to skate shop owners and I love people being able to support themselves by working in skating. But am I really ethically obligated to spend money at skate shops when I could save like 30-40% buying shit on sale online. I enjoy buying stuff in shops especially stuff that doesn’t really come on crazy sales (f4s or something) but isn’t “supporting your local” just an indirect for of charity to skaters who don’t want to do anything else in the world. I always thought they were supposed to throw contests and stuff or something but money is too tight to give back like that nowadays, what are you gonna do like employ five skaters who don’t want to work shitty jobs, a lot of dudes make their money from shitty jobs why are we subsidizing you? Not even saying people are greedy or lazy and I appreciate them being around when I don’t want to order online but like is it worth spending hundreds of dollars extra every year just to not feel bad? You’re giving a shop board a month to some guys in your city who are good at skating? Who give a shit? You can get bbs blanks on sale from tactics we’ll start a gofundme it just seems like a weird circuitous form of charity to me
I'm cool with a lot of wax as long as you don't put wax all over the top of the ledge so you can do lipslides. Don't lipslide the ledge, bro.Does this still happen that often? After fully flared, early Berrics, torey pudwill influence made some grim years for manualers
im a ledge lipslider I’ll admit but I’d never film oneDoes this still happen that often? After fully flared, early Berrics, torey pudwill influence made some grim years for manualersExpand QuoteI'm cool with a lot of wax as long as you don't put wax all over the top of the ledge so you can do lipslides. Don't lipslide the ledge, bro.[close]
I always liked you but this is pretty dumb opinion
im a ledge lipslider I’ll admit but I’d never film oneExpand QuoteDoes this still happen that often? After fully flared, early Berrics, torey pudwill influence made some grim years for manualersExpand QuoteI'm cool with a lot of wax as long as you don't put wax all over the top of the ledge so you can do lipslides. Don't lipslide the ledge, bro.[close][close]
I feel like heavily waxed ledges should come with a little caution sign on the side.
Expand QuoteI feel like heavily waxed ledges should come with a little caution sign on the side.[close]
That’s a reasonable compromise. Maybe like a little inconspicuous symbol invisible to outsiders so we don’t get ostentatious with our misuse of other’s property.
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The all-black leather shoe thing looks gross.
Neither the TK or Bam thread should have been nuked. Both were amazing resources for seeing the biographies of two troubled but important figures within skateboarding.
It gets hard to support local shops sometimes. I like my local, but it's hard to stomach the $70 retail for a deck when I bought a few decent decks for half that price recently (or less). Recently tried to buy a snowboard from a local and pointed out that every retailer from REI to tactics was offloading past season stuff at a discount and they wouldn't budge, I would have been happy if they met halfway.
It gets hard to support local shops sometimes. I like my local, but it's hard to stomach the $70 retail for a deck when I bought a few decent decks for half that price recently (or less). Recently tried to buy a snowboard from a local and pointed out that every retailer from REI to tactics was offloading past season stuff at a discount and they wouldn't budge, I would have been happy if they met halfway.
I genuinely feel bad for anyone whose skate scene isn’t exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop.
Expand QuoteIt gets hard to support local shops sometimes. I like my local, but it's hard to stomach the $70 retail for a deck when I bought a few decent decks for half that price recently (or less). Recently tried to buy a snowboard from a local and pointed out that every retailer from REI to tactics was offloading past season stuff at a discount and they wouldn't budge, I would have been happy if they met halfway.[close]
Appreciate you seeing where I’m coming from but asking a local shop to pricematch tactics is positively maniacal
Expand QuoteI genuinely feel bad for anyone whose skate scene isn’t exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop.[close]
What makes them exciting? Also do they include people who aren't in the local core scene in the exciting stuff?
Edit: sorry I read your post wrong. I thought you said 'i feel bad for anyone who's local skate shop isn't exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop'.
But the question still stands; how is your local scene exciting in a way that makes you want to support the shop?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI genuinely feel bad for anyone whose skate scene isn’t exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop.[close]
What makes them exciting? Also do they include people who aren't in the local core scene in the exciting stuff?
Edit: sorry I read your post wrong. I thought you said 'i feel bad for anyone who's local skate shop isn't exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop'.
But the question still stands; how is your local scene exciting in a way that makes you want to support the shop?[close]
I think local core shops should be supported regardless if they are doing “exciting” things. Most shops are barely scraping by and can’t afford to host demos where they give out a bunch of merchandise. As long as your local shop isn’t run by complete assholes who treat you like shit each time you walk in there, you should consider picking up a few things from them here and there.
Expand QuoteI genuinely feel bad for anyone whose skate scene isn’t exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop.[close]
What makes them exciting? Also do they include people who aren't in the local core scene in the exciting stuff?
Edit: sorry I read your post wrong. I thought you said 'i feel bad for anyone who's local skate shop isn't exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop'.
But the question still stands; how is your local scene exciting in a way that makes you want to support the shop?
What do local shops have to do with the quality of your scene? Do people hang out there all the time? Do they throw contests? Do they make sure talented kids have gear? I’m not asking a rhetorical question I’m genuinely curious why people think supporting their local is important
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI genuinely feel bad for anyone whose skate scene isn’t exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop.[close]
What makes them exciting? Also do they include people who aren't in the local core scene in the exciting stuff?
Edit: sorry I read your post wrong. I thought you said 'i feel bad for anyone who's local skate shop isn't exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop'.
But the question still stands; how is your local scene exciting in a way that makes you want to support the shop?[close]
Well for one, I actually like the skateboarders in my community. So that makes it a little exciting.
But I meant what I said in my post. I know shops exist that don’t foster a community and that’s a bummer. My local is awesome and they take great care of our scene. And not just the “cool” guys. They host events, they help fund/maintain our DIY park, and most of all they’re good people. If I have to give my money to someone, I’d rather it be someone I like. And maybe this is naive, but I’d like to think there are a lot of people in different regions who feel the same way.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI genuinely feel bad for anyone whose skate scene isn’t exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop.[close]
What makes them exciting? Also do they include people who aren't in the local core scene in the exciting stuff?
Edit: sorry I read your post wrong. I thought you said 'i feel bad for anyone who's local skate shop isn't exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop'.
But the question still stands; how is your local scene exciting in a way that makes you want to support the shop?[close]
Well for one, I actually like the skateboarders in my community. So that makes it a little exciting.
But I meant what I said in my post. I know shops exist that don’t foster a community and that’s a bummer. My local is awesome and they take great care of our scene. And not just the “cool” guys. They host events, they help fund/maintain our DIY park, and most of all they’re good people. If I have to give my money to someone, I’d rather it be someone I like. And maybe this is naive, but I’d like to think there are a lot of people in different regions who feel the same way.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI genuinely feel bad for anyone whose skate scene isn’t exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop.[close]
What makes them exciting? Also do they include people who aren't in the local core scene in the exciting stuff?
Edit: sorry I read your post wrong. I thought you said 'i feel bad for anyone who's local skate shop isn't exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop'.
But the question still stands; how is your local scene exciting in a way that makes you want to support the shop?[close]
Well for one, I actually like the skateboarders in my community. So that makes it a little exciting.
But I meant what I said in my post. I know shops exist that don’t foster a community and that’s a bummer. My local is awesome and they take great care of our scene. And not just the “cool” guys. They host events, they help fund/maintain our DIY park, and most of all they’re good people. If I have to give my money to someone, I’d rather it be someone I like. And maybe this is naive, but I’d like to think there are a lot of people in different regions who feel the same way.[close]
That's sick.
Seems like there could be so much shit that a shop could do that would hardly cost any money yet still foster a community. I saw that break free skateshop in oakland recently was doing movie nights recently where they just play a vid and anyone can come and hang out. Shit like that seems sick to me but i guess the issue is that in a lot of places the core group that is tightest with the shop doesn't actually want 'anyone' to come and hang out, they want to keep it exclusive while still having all the benefits of a skate shop and a successful business
this is clearly the same graphics krooked uses and this came out in 95 so i have to ask, did gonz rip off the pharcyde or did he do these graphics for their video?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqVsfGQ_1SU
Pretty sure it's directed by spike who did most of the beastie boys videos. Also features a beastie cameo and sampleExpand Quotethis is clearly the same graphics krooked uses and this came out in 95 so i have to ask, did gonz rip off the pharcyde or did he do these graphics for their video?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wqVsfGQ_1SU[close]
Gonz did the art
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI genuinely feel bad for anyone whose skate scene isn’t exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop.[close]
What makes them exciting? Also do they include people who aren't in the local core scene in the exciting stuff?
Edit: sorry I read your post wrong. I thought you said 'i feel bad for anyone who's local skate shop isn't exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop'.
But the question still stands; how is your local scene exciting in a way that makes you want to support the shop?[close]
Well for one, I actually like the skateboarders in my community. So that makes it a little exciting.
But I meant what I said in my post. I know shops exist that don’t foster a community and that’s a bummer. My local is awesome and they take great care of our scene. And not just the “cool” guys. They host events, they help fund/maintain our DIY park, and most of all they’re good people. If I have to give my money to someone, I’d rather it be someone I like. And maybe this is naive, but I’d like to think there are a lot of people in different regions who feel the same way.[close]
That's sick.
Seems like there could be so much shit that a shop could do that would hardly cost any money yet still foster a community. I saw that break free skateshop in oakland recently was doing movie nights recently where they just play a vid and anyone can come and hang out. Shit like that seems sick to me but i guess the issue is that in a lot of places the core group that is tightest with the shop doesn't actually want 'anyone' to come and hang out, they want to keep it exclusive while still having all the benefits of a skate shop and a successful business[close]
Yeah, the exclusivity mindset makes no sense and it’s sucks when that happens. Maybe it’s a regional thing because aside from the occasional socially awkward employee I really cannot think of a single shop experience where I felt flat out unwelcome. And I assure you, it’s not because I’m a cool guy and awesome skater lol.
I’ve seen variations of this debate pop up in the past, and a lot times it seems like people think they’re being “vibed” because they went to a shop and they weren’t immediately treated like a best friend. Not saying you’re doing that, but good interactions go both ways. And frankly, I find it a little hard to believe that everyone who’s splurging on crazy online sales are doing so because they feel shunned by their community.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI genuinely feel bad for anyone whose skate scene isn’t exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop.[close]
What makes them exciting? Also do they include people who aren't in the local core scene in the exciting stuff?
Edit: sorry I read your post wrong. I thought you said 'i feel bad for anyone who's local skate shop isn't exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop'.
But the question still stands; how is your local scene exciting in a way that makes you want to support the shop?[close]
Well for one, I actually like the skateboarders in my community. So that makes it a little exciting.
But I meant what I said in my post. I know shops exist that don’t foster a community and that’s a bummer. My local is awesome and they take great care of our scene. And not just the “cool” guys. They host events, they help fund/maintain our DIY park, and most of all they’re good people. If I have to give my money to someone, I’d rather it be someone I like. And maybe this is naive, but I’d like to think there are a lot of people in different regions who feel the same way.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI genuinely feel bad for anyone whose skate scene isn’t exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop.[close]
What makes them exciting? Also do they include people who aren't in the local core scene in the exciting stuff?
Edit: sorry I read your post wrong. I thought you said 'i feel bad for anyone who's local skate shop isn't exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop'.
But the question still stands; how is your local scene exciting in a way that makes you want to support the shop?[close]
Well for one, I actually like the skateboarders in my community. So that makes it a little exciting.
But I meant what I said in my post. I know shops exist that don’t foster a community and that’s a bummer. My local is awesome and they take great care of our scene. And not just the “cool” guys. They host events, they help fund/maintain our DIY park, and most of all they’re good people. If I have to give my money to someone, I’d rather it be someone I like. And maybe this is naive, but I’d like to think there are a lot of people in different regions who feel the same way.[close]
That's sick.
Seems like there could be so much shit that a shop could do that would hardly cost any money yet still foster a community. I saw that break free skateshop in oakland recently was doing movie nights recently where they just play a vid and anyone can come and hang out. Shit like that seems sick to me but i guess the issue is that in a lot of places the core group that is tightest with the shop doesn't actually want 'anyone' to come and hang out, they want to keep it exclusive while still having all the benefits of a skate shop and a successful business[close]
Yeah, the exclusivity mindset makes no sense and it’s sucks when that happens. Maybe it’s a regional thing because aside from the occasional socially awkward employee I really cannot think of a single shop experience where I felt flat out unwelcome. And I assure you, it’s not because I’m a cool guy and awesome skater lol.
I’ve seen variations of this debate pop up in the past, and a lot times it seems like people think they’re being “vibed” because they went to a shop and they weren’t immediately treated like a best friend. Not saying you’re doing that, but good interactions go both ways. And frankly, I find it a little hard to believe that everyone who’s splurging on crazy online sales are doing so because they feel shunned by their community.[close]
They just activate Mean Girls mode when they see you nerds walking up in hopes that you’ll go away sooner.
I genuinely feel bad for anyone whose skate scene isn’t exciting enough to make you want to support your local shop.
What do local shops have to do with the quality of your scene? Do people hang out there all the time? Do they throw contests? Do they make sure talented kids have gear? I’m not asking a rhetorical question I’m genuinely curious why people think supporting their local is importantThere’s a new one here Sixes and Sevens that in six months or so has held two or three demos and hosted art shows by Lance, Jason Adam’s, etc. Arts and Rec downtown holds stuff and has a mini ramp out back (I think they sell pizzas too? I haven’t been in a while). Slappys Garage sponsors skaters and events. They promoted the two big BLM skate protests. That’s just what I can think of right now. Shops are pretty active parts of the community here.
I'm not sure if this is all too unpopular, but Kevin Rodrigues should've stayed on Polar.
I want to see Dane Brady in street leaguethat alone would be more footage of him skating than we have gotten in the last like 4 years so im all for it
that alone would be more footage of him skating than we have gotten in the last like 4 years so im all for itExpand QuoteI want to see Dane Brady in street league[close]
What do local shops have to do with the quality of your scene? Do people hang out there all the time? Do they throw contests? Do they make sure talented kids have gear? I’m not asking a rhetorical question I’m genuinely curious why people think supporting their local is important
I don't know what is my local. I'm from Tokyo so every skate shop I've visited is really far from my house. Maybe 50 minutes or 1 hour by train... within Tokyo :-X Near my neighborhood there is a Murasaki Sports shop inside a mall. it's maybe like Zumiez in USA. It would be my local? I don't buy too much there because they don't have the boards I want.
I've been in some skate shops around Tokyo (FatBros, Arktz Harajuku, Heshdawg...) but the owners seem the most soulless people in the world. They don't talk, they don't look at you, they just give you the deck, take your money and sayōnara.
However, the guys at Murasaki Sports are very friendly. I usually buy online not because of cheaper prices (prices are exactly the same in online shops and local shops), but because I only find online the gear I want.
My unpopular opinion for 2023 is: The reason that most of guys make fun of skinny jeans is because they're insecure about the shape of their legs. The "You can't move freely" is just an excuse. Please, let's talk about pants again ;D
Expand QuoteWhat do local shops have to do with the quality of your scene? Do people hang out there all the time? Do they throw contests? Do they make sure talented kids have gear? I’m not asking a rhetorical question I’m genuinely curious why people think supporting their local is important[close]
Have you seriously never been to your local skate shop? I already saw someone replied to your post, but the main thing is they are run by actual skateboarders. Usually if there are contest, they can help host them. Hopefully if they have filmers, they would make a local skate video. If you were to get sponsored from a skate shop, it’s a good start to step into the industry.
I honestly like Chris Cole's style
My unpopular opinion for 2023 is: The reason that most of guys make fun of skinny jeans is because they're insecure about the shape of their legs. The "You can't move freely" is just an excuse. Please, let's talk about pants again ;D
Agreed. It’s silly to me that people apply their own situation to everyone as if it were gospel. I’m willing to bet that more often than not, most people: live too far away from a ‘local’, see that prices at the local are exponentially higher, and possibly have staff that unfortunately have negative biases against customers based on certain skill levels, looks, brands that are purchased that may not be ‘cool’ , and amount spent to name a few that may make the ‘local’ a hostile and shitty place. Especially if your ‘local’ IS owned by a pro for clout and has almost no hardware inventory but tons of overpriced boutique clothing and dunk raffles.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat do local shops have to do with the quality of your scene? Do people hang out there all the time? Do they throw contests? Do they make sure talented kids have gear? I’m not asking a rhetorical question I’m genuinely curious why people think supporting their local is important[close]
Have you seriously never been to your local skate shop? I already saw someone replied to your post, but the main thing is they are run by actual skateboarders. Usually if there are contest, they can help host them. Hopefully if they have filmers, they would make a local skate video. If you were to get sponsored from a skate shop, it’s a good start to step into the industry.[close]
So I’m morally obligated to spend 30-50% more on everything because they might have somebody on their team might break into the industry by being on the team? Everybody has iPhones and ig now I don’t think it’s that hard to get clips anymore
Agreed. It’s silly to me that people apply their own situation to everyone as if it were gospel. I’m willing to bet that more often than not, most people: live too far away from a ‘local’, see that prices at the local are exponentially higher, and possibly have staff that unfortunately have negative biases against customers based on certain skill levels, looks, brands that are purchased that may not be ‘cool’ , and amount spent to name a few that may make the ‘local’ a hostile and shitty place. Especially if your ‘local’ IS owned by a pro for clout and has almost no hardware inventory but tons of overpriced boutique clothing and dunk raffles.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat do local shops have to do with the quality of your scene? Do people hang out there all the time? Do they throw contests? Do they make sure talented kids have gear? I’m not asking a rhetorical question I’m genuinely curious why people think supporting their local is important[close]
Have you seriously never been to your local skate shop? I already saw someone replied to your post, but the main thing is they are run by actual skateboarders. Usually if there are contest, they can help host them. Hopefully if they have filmers, they would make a local skate video. If you were to get sponsored from a skate shop, it’s a good start to step into the industry.[close]
So I’m morally obligated to spend 30-50% more on everything because they might have somebody on their team might break into the industry by being on the team? Everybody has iPhones and ig now I don’t think it’s that hard to get clips anymore[close]
And for what? To fulfill some shop owner’s dream? Bc Maybe three kids that you have never met or will never skate with will get a salary bc you buy a deck every month? To rent a hot dog cart for a competition or demo you have no interest in going to? It’s not my problem that 90 percent of shops can’t pay employees a living wage- they shouldn’t have opened to begin with if that’s the case.
If you need or like having that sense of community or you’re in a scene that regularly supports ppl getting flowed or having upward mobility in skating that’s great. That situation does not exist everywhere and/or people don’t care to put up with higher prices and a possible toxic community if it does. Lastly, between school for children and work for adults, who the fuck has time to sit at a shop and watch Thrasher youtube videos all day with some fucking dude behind the counter wearing Carrhart overalls and a Dime cap rolling his eyes at kids buying Grizzly grip just so you can have ‘community’? I’m too busy skating after work for that shit. Fucking losers rofl.
Here’s a thought- support your local shop if it’s cool. If they’re not do what you like.
If you don’t have a local shop you’re off the hook.
And if you’re like me and really picky about boards you can split the difference by buying shirts and hoodies from the shop, cause that’s how they make money anyway. Buy boards from tactics or wherever, everyone basically breaks even on those sales so it’s not like you’re supporting big corporations.
Expand QuoteAgreed. It’s silly to me that people apply their own situation to everyone as if it were gospel. I’m willing to bet that more often than not, most people: live too far away from a ‘local’, see that prices at the local are exponentially higher, and possibly have staff that unfortunately have negative biases against customers based on certain skill levels, looks, brands that are purchased that may not be ‘cool’ , and amount spent to name a few that may make the ‘local’ a hostile and shitty place. Especially if your ‘local’ IS owned by a pro for clout and has almost no hardware inventory but tons of overpriced boutique clothing and dunk raffles.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat do local shops have to do with the quality of your scene? Do people hang out there all the time? Do they throw contests? Do they make sure talented kids have gear? I’m not asking a rhetorical question I’m genuinely curious why people think supporting their local is important[close]
Have you seriously never been to your local skate shop? I already saw someone replied to your post, but the main thing is they are run by actual skateboarders. Usually if there are contest, they can help host them. Hopefully if they have filmers, they would make a local skate video. If you were to get sponsored from a skate shop, it’s a good start to step into the industry.[close]
So I’m morally obligated to spend 30-50% more on everything because they might have somebody on their team might break into the industry by being on the team? Everybody has iPhones and ig now I don’t think it’s that hard to get clips anymore[close]
And for what? To fulfill some shop owner’s dream? Bc Maybe three kids that you have never met or will never skate with will get a salary bc you buy a deck every month? To rent a hot dog cart for a competition or demo you have no interest in going to? It’s not my problem that 90 percent of shops can’t pay employees a living wage- they shouldn’t have opened to begin with if that’s the case.
If you need or like having that sense of community or you’re in a scene that regularly supports ppl getting flowed or having upward mobility in skating that’s great. That situation does not exist everywhere and/or people don’t care to put up with higher prices and a possible toxic community if it does. Lastly, between school for children and work for adults, who the fuck has time to sit at a shop and watch Thrasher youtube videos all day with some fucking dude behind the counter wearing Carrhart overalls and a Dime cap rolling his eyes at kids buying Grizzly grip just so you can have ‘community’? I’m too busy skating after work for that shit. Fucking losers rofl.[close]
If you guys don't understand the value (economic and otherwise) of supporting small local businesses vs giant online stores in the year 2023, just do a quick google search for me please. I'm not explaining all of that.
I'm not saying shop employees never "cool-guy" anyone, that shit is lame and I would hope shops hire more welcoming people.
But WHAT IF, and this is a huge "WHAT IF", you're just a fucking kook so they treat you like one?
Expand QuoteAgreed. It’s silly to me that people apply their own situation to everyone as if it were gospel. I’m willing to bet that more often than not, most people: live too far away from a ‘local’, see that prices at the local are exponentially higher, and possibly have staff that unfortunately have negative biases against customers based on certain skill levels, looks, brands that are purchased that may not be ‘cool’ , and amount spent to name a few that may make the ‘local’ a hostile and shitty place. Especially if your ‘local’ IS owned by a pro for clout and has almost no hardware inventory but tons of overpriced boutique clothing and dunk raffles.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat do local shops have to do with the quality of your scene? Do people hang out there all the time? Do they throw contests? Do they make sure talented kids have gear? I’m not asking a rhetorical question I’m genuinely curious why people think supporting their local is important[close]
Have you seriously never been to your local skate shop? I already saw someone replied to your post, but the main thing is they are run by actual skateboarders. Usually if there are contest, they can help host them. Hopefully if they have filmers, they would make a local skate video. If you were to get sponsored from a skate shop, it’s a good start to step into the industry.[close]
So I’m morally obligated to spend 30-50% more on everything because they might have somebody on their team might break into the industry by being on the team? Everybody has iPhones and ig now I don’t think it’s that hard to get clips anymore[close]
And for what? To fulfill some shop owner’s dream? Bc Maybe three kids that you have never met or will never skate with will get a salary bc you buy a deck every month? To rent a hot dog cart for a competition or demo you have no interest in going to? It’s not my problem that 90 percent of shops can’t pay employees a living wage- they shouldn’t have opened to begin with if that’s the case.
If you need or like having that sense of community or you’re in a scene that regularly supports ppl getting flowed or having upward mobility in skating that’s great. That situation does not exist everywhere and/or people don’t care to put up with higher prices and a possible toxic community if it does. Lastly, between school for children and work for adults, who the fuck has time to sit at a shop and watch Thrasher youtube videos all day with some fucking dude behind the counter wearing Carrhart overalls and a Dime cap rolling his eyes at kids buying Grizzly grip just so you can have ‘community’? I’m too busy skating after work for that shit. Fucking losers rofl.[close]
If you guys don't understand the value (economic and otherwise) of supporting small local businesses vs giant online stores in the year 2023, just do a quick google search for me please. I'm not explaining all of that.
I'm not saying shop employees never "cool-guy" anyone, that shit is lame and I would hope shops hire more welcoming people.
But WHAT IF, and this is a huge "WHAT IF", you're just a fucking kook so they treat you like one?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAgreed. It’s silly to me that people apply their own situation to everyone as if it were gospel. I’m willing to bet that more often than not, most people: live too far away from a ‘local’, see that prices at the local are exponentially higher, and possibly have staff that unfortunately have negative biases against customers based on certain skill levels, looks, brands that are purchased that may not be ‘cool’ , and amount spent to name a few that may make the ‘local’ a hostile and shitty place. Especially if your ‘local’ IS owned by a pro for clout and has almost no hardware inventory but tons of overpriced boutique clothing and dunk raffles.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat do local shops have to do with the quality of your scene? Do people hang out there all the time? Do they throw contests? Do they make sure talented kids have gear? I’m not asking a rhetorical question I’m genuinely curious why people think supporting their local is important[close]
Have you seriously never been to your local skate shop? I already saw someone replied to your post, but the main thing is they are run by actual skateboarders. Usually if there are contest, they can help host them. Hopefully if they have filmers, they would make a local skate video. If you were to get sponsored from a skate shop, it’s a good start to step into the industry.[close]
So I’m morally obligated to spend 30-50% more on everything because they might have somebody on their team might break into the industry by being on the team? Everybody has iPhones and ig now I don’t think it’s that hard to get clips anymore[close]
And for what? To fulfill some shop owner’s dream? Bc Maybe three kids that you have never met or will never skate with will get a salary bc you buy a deck every month? To rent a hot dog cart for a competition or demo you have no interest in going to? It’s not my problem that 90 percent of shops can’t pay employees a living wage- they shouldn’t have opened to begin with if that’s the case.
If you need or like having that sense of community or you’re in a scene that regularly supports ppl getting flowed or having upward mobility in skating that’s great. That situation does not exist everywhere and/or people don’t care to put up with higher prices and a possible toxic community if it does. Lastly, between school for children and work for adults, who the fuck has time to sit at a shop and watch Thrasher youtube videos all day with some fucking dude behind the counter wearing Carrhart overalls and a Dime cap rolling his eyes at kids buying Grizzly grip just so you can have ‘community’? I’m too busy skating after work for that shit. Fucking losers rofl.[close]
If you guys don't understand the value (economic and otherwise) of supporting small local businesses vs giant online stores in the year 2023, just do a quick google search for me please. I'm not explaining all of that.
I'm not saying shop employees never "cool-guy" anyone, that shit is lame and I would hope shops hire more welcoming people.
But WHAT IF, and this is a huge "WHAT IF", you're just a fucking kook so they treat you like one?[close]
i could give less fucks about help stimulating my local economy. that's honestly the only reason you should even support a local business. im not gonna re-evaluate my outlook on saving money just to help out some dudes ive never skated with nor have the desire to skate with
also being cool guyed isnt a good feeling when youre in the shop for the sole purpose of trying to help them out by shopping there
ofc its a case by case basis, but to force the idea "you must support your local shop" is something stupid that the skateboarding hivemind have come up with
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAgreed. It’s silly to me that people apply their own situation to everyone as if it were gospel. I’m willing to bet that more often than not, most people: live too far away from a ‘local’, see that prices at the local are exponentially higher, and possibly have staff that unfortunately have negative biases against customers based on certain skill levels, looks, brands that are purchased that may not be ‘cool’ , and amount spent to name a few that may make the ‘local’ a hostile and shitty place. Especially if your ‘local’ IS owned by a pro for clout and has almost no hardware inventory but tons of overpriced boutique clothing and dunk raffles.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat do local shops have to do with the quality of your scene? Do people hang out there all the time? Do they throw contests? Do they make sure talented kids have gear? I’m not asking a rhetorical question I’m genuinely curious why people think supporting their local is important[close]
Have you seriously never been to your local skate shop? I already saw someone replied to your post, but the main thing is they are run by actual skateboarders. Usually if there are contest, they can help host them. Hopefully if they have filmers, they would make a local skate video. If you were to get sponsored from a skate shop, it’s a good start to step into the industry.[close]
So I’m morally obligated to spend 30-50% more on everything because they might have somebody on their team might break into the industry by being on the team? Everybody has iPhones and ig now I don’t think it’s that hard to get clips anymore[close]
And for what? To fulfill some shop owner’s dream? Bc Maybe three kids that you have never met or will never skate with will get a salary bc you buy a deck every month? To rent a hot dog cart for a competition or demo you have no interest in going to? It’s not my problem that 90 percent of shops can’t pay employees a living wage- they shouldn’t have opened to begin with if that’s the case.
If you need or like having that sense of community or you’re in a scene that regularly supports ppl getting flowed or having upward mobility in skating that’s great. That situation does not exist everywhere and/or people don’t care to put up with higher prices and a possible toxic community if it does. Lastly, between school for children and work for adults, who the fuck has time to sit at a shop and watch Thrasher youtube videos all day with some fucking dude behind the counter wearing Carrhart overalls and a Dime cap rolling his eyes at kids buying Grizzly grip just so you can have ‘community’? I’m too busy skating after work for that shit. Fucking losers rofl.[close]
If you guys don't understand the value (economic and otherwise) of supporting small local businesses vs giant online stores in the year 2023, just do a quick google search for me please. I'm not explaining all of that.
I'm not saying shop employees never "cool-guy" anyone, that shit is lame and I would hope shops hire more welcoming people.
But WHAT IF, and this is a huge "WHAT IF", you're just a fucking kook so they treat you like one?[close]
i could give less fucks about help stimulating my local economy. that's honestly the only reason you should even support a local business. im not gonna re-evaluate my outlook on saving money just to help out some dudes ive never skated with nor have the desire to skate with
also being cool guyed isnt a good feeling when youre in the shop for the sole purpose of trying to help them out by shopping there
ofc its a case by case basis, but to force the idea "you must support your local shop" is something stupid that the skateboarding hivemind have come up with[close]
You must not have heard of "Two Felons"
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAgreed. It’s silly to me that people apply their own situation to everyone as if it were gospel. I’m willing to bet that more often than not, most people: live too far away from a ‘local’, see that prices at the local are exponentially higher, and possibly have staff that unfortunately have negative biases against customers based on certain skill levels, looks, brands that are purchased that may not be ‘cool’ , and amount spent to name a few that may make the ‘local’ a hostile and shitty place. Especially if your ‘local’ IS owned by a pro for clout and has almost no hardware inventory but tons of overpriced boutique clothing and dunk raffles.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat do local shops have to do with the quality of your scene? Do people hang out there all the time? Do they throw contests? Do they make sure talented kids have gear? I’m not asking a rhetorical question I’m genuinely curious why people think supporting their local is important[close]
Have you seriously never been to your local skate shop? I already saw someone replied to your post, but the main thing is they are run by actual skateboarders. Usually if there are contest, they can help host them. Hopefully if they have filmers, they would make a local skate video. If you were to get sponsored from a skate shop, it’s a good start to step into the industry.[close]
So I’m morally obligated to spend 30-50% more on everything because they might have somebody on their team might break into the industry by being on the team? Everybody has iPhones and ig now I don’t think it’s that hard to get clips anymore[close]
And for what? To fulfill some shop owner’s dream? Bc Maybe three kids that you have never met or will never skate with will get a salary bc you buy a deck every month? To rent a hot dog cart for a competition or demo you have no interest in going to? It’s not my problem that 90 percent of shops can’t pay employees a living wage- they shouldn’t have opened to begin with if that’s the case.
If you need or like having that sense of community or you’re in a scene that regularly supports ppl getting flowed or having upward mobility in skating that’s great. That situation does not exist everywhere and/or people don’t care to put up with higher prices and a possible toxic community if it does. Lastly, between school for children and work for adults, who the fuck has time to sit at a shop and watch Thrasher youtube videos all day with some fucking dude behind the counter wearing Carrhart overalls and a Dime cap rolling his eyes at kids buying Grizzly grip just so you can have ‘community’? I’m too busy skating after work for that shit. Fucking losers rofl.[close]
If you guys don't understand the value (economic and otherwise) of supporting small local businesses vs giant online stores in the year 2023, just do a quick google search for me please. I'm not explaining all of that.
I'm not saying shop employees never "cool-guy" anyone, that shit is lame and I would hope shops hire more welcoming people.
But WHAT IF, and this is a huge "WHAT IF", you're just a fucking kook so they treat you like one?[close]
i could give less fucks about help stimulating my local economy. that's honestly the only reason you should even support a local business. im not gonna re-evaluate my outlook on saving money just to help out some dudes ive never skated with nor have the desire to skate with
also being cool guyed isnt a good feeling when youre in the shop for the sole purpose of trying to help them out by shopping there
ofc its a case by case basis, but to force the idea "you must support your local shop" is something stupid that the skateboarding hivemind have come up with[close]
You must not have heard of "Two Felons"[close]
Explain habibi
Damn I can really tell who in this thread is so fucken sick that they've just never been cool guyed in their life lol. Pretending cool-guying doesn't exist is so dumb.Some people don't know skateshop etiquette.
Damn I can really tell who in this thread is so fucken sick that they've just never been cool guyed in their life lol. Pretending cool-guying doesn't exist is so dumb.
I’m sorry to hear this.
There are some nice small shops in Tokyo, but the scene can be really intimidating too. I know the type of shop you’re talking about. Not friendly at all.
Fabric is a good one if you get a chance, but it’s fucking tiny. But they treat their customers well if you have questions.
It’s a bit far away, but BQ in Oyama in Tochigi is really good too. Most of the shops where I am in Nagano do a good job of being polite and creating a local scene.
And if Murasaki sports does a better job than your locals (I don’t shop there because they don’t carry anything over 8.5) then go to them.
Expand QuoteI’m sorry to hear this.
There are some nice small shops in Tokyo, but the scene can be really intimidating too. I know the type of shop you’re talking about. Not friendly at all.
Fabric is a good one if you get a chance, but it’s fucking tiny. But they treat their customers well if you have questions.
It’s a bit far away, but BQ in Oyama in Tochigi is really good too. Most of the shops where I am in Nagano do a good job of being polite and creating a local scene.
And if Murasaki sports does a better job than your locals (I don’t shop there because they don’t carry anything over 8.5) then go to them.[close]
Exactly. It's the same reason I don't buy decks in Murasaki. I only ride 10" old school boards or 9" eggs so Murasaki is not an option ;D If I go to Kanagawa some day I will go to Fabric. Thank you!!
What do local shops have to do with the quality of your scene? Do people hang out there all the time? Do they throw contests? Do they make sure talented kids have gear? I’m not asking a rhetorical question I’m genuinely curious why people think supporting their local is important
Damn I can really tell who in this thread is so fucken sick that they've just never been cool guyed in their life lol. Pretending cool-guying doesn't exist is so dumb.
Expand QuoteDamn I can really tell who in this thread is so fucken sick that they've just never been cool guyed in their life lol. Pretending cool-guying doesn't exist is so dumb.[close]
When you posted this, i dont think anyone had denied the existence of cool-guying
Since posting, @apport has only said that he can't remember ever being cool-guy'd, even as a self admitted kook.
So I'm not sure who you are referring to.
Are these cool-guy deniers in the room with us right now?
I feel like I would be considered an ultra kook by many but I've never had a bad experience at a local shop. The one closest to me unfortunately closed like 5 years ago but the owner was a super cool dude. I actually ran into him at my job last summer and thanked him for supplying me with my first board and supporting the local scene for so long. The other shop I've been going to is a little further away but they do a lot to support the community. John Gardner held an event there last fall to honor a close friend who unfortunately passed away by displaying some of his art and a new board that featured a graphic his late friend designed. I'm not super involved with my local scene and don't know many of the skaters but I'm more than willing to support shops who do shit like that
My unpopular (but probably not that unpopular) opinion for 2023 is that fat shoes are infinitely better than skinny ass Dylan Rieder-adjacent shit. As much as I think shoes like last resorts are clean and classy enough to wear out for special occasions, I don't understand why anybody wants to destroy their feet just so they can feel every individual piece of grit on their griptape. Anybody who prefers janoskis, authentics, or anything along those lines over a fat cupsole like the Tiago 808s, accels, or classic DCs is mentally ill and should speak to a therapist about why they hate their feet so much
Expand QuoteI feel like I would be considered an ultra kook by many but I've never had a bad experience at a local shop. The one closest to me unfortunately closed like 5 years ago but the owner was a super cool dude. I actually ran into him at my job last summer and thanked him for supplying me with my first board and supporting the local scene for so long. The other shop I've been going to is a little further away but they do a lot to support the community. John Gardner held an event there last fall to honor a close friend who unfortunately passed away by displaying some of his art and a new board that featured a graphic his late friend designed. I'm not super involved with my local scene and don't know many of the skaters but I'm more than willing to support shops who do shit like that
My unpopular (but probably not that unpopular) opinion for 2023 is that fat shoes are infinitely better than skinny ass Dylan Rieder-adjacent shit. As much as I think shoes like last resorts are clean and classy enough to wear out for special occasions, I don't understand why anybody wants to destroy their feet just so they can feel every individual piece of grit on their griptape. Anybody who prefers janoskis, authentics, or anything along those lines over a fat cupsole like the Tiago 808s, accels, or classic DCs is mentally ill and should speak to a therapist about why they hate their feet so much[close]
Lrab with footprints are nicer on my feet than stock fat cupsoles
My unpopular (but probably not that unpopular) opinion for 2023 is that fat shoes are infinitely better than skinny ass Dylan Rieder-adjacent shit. As much as I think shoes like last resorts are clean and classy enough to wear out for special occasions, I don't understand why anybody wants to destroy their feet just so they can feel every individual piece of grit on their griptape. Anybody who prefers janoskis, authentics, or anything along those lines over a fat cupsole like the Tiago 808s, accels, or classic DCs is mentally ill and should speak to a therapist about why they hate their feet so much
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteDamn I can really tell who in this thread is so fucken sick that they've just never been cool guyed in their life lol. Pretending cool-guying doesn't exist is so dumb.[close]
When you posted this, i dont think anyone had denied the existence of cool-guying
Since posting, @apport has only said that he can't remember ever being cool-guy'd, even as a self admitted kook.
So I'm not sure who you are referring to.
Are these cool-guy deniers in the room with us right now?[close]
i second this, i cant seem to find any cool guy deniers in this thread
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDamn I can really tell who in this thread is so fucken sick that they've just never been cool guyed in their life lol. Pretending cool-guying doesn't exist is so dumb.[close]
When you posted this, i dont think anyone had denied the existence of cool-guying
Since posting, @apport has only said that he can't remember ever being cool-guy'd, even as a self admitted kook.
So I'm not sure who you are referring to.
Are these cool-guy deniers in the room with us right now?[close]
i second this, i cant seem to find any cool guy deniers in this thread[close]
Okay nah you guys are right. i went over the top. What i meant was that saying shit like 'you only get cool-guyed if you're a kook' or whatever is dumb. I often type things and then realise the next day my post was kinda off target haha
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteDamn I can really tell who in this thread is so fucken sick that they've just never been cool guyed in their life lol. Pretending cool-guying doesn't exist is so dumb.[close]
When you posted this, i dont think anyone had denied the existence of cool-guying
Since posting, @apport has only said that he can't remember ever being cool-guy'd, even as a self admitted kook.
So I'm not sure who you are referring to.
Are these cool-guy deniers in the room with us right now?[close]
i second this, i cant seem to find any cool guy deniers in this thread[close]
Okay nah you guys are right. i went over the top. What i meant was that saying shit like 'you only get cool-guyed if you're a kook' or whatever is dumb. I often type things and then realise the next day my post was kinda off target haha[close]
Gnar'd for being real with yourself.
I know this sounds shitty, but if you’re an adult, no twenty-something with six roommates making minimum wage in a skateshop should be able to “coolguy” you.
looking down on someone for their income level or living situation is even more dickheaded than bad customer service at a skate shopExpand QuoteI know this sounds shitty, but if you’re an adult, no twenty-something with six roommates making minimum wage in a skateshop should be able to “coolguy” you.[close]
I’m not looking down on someone for their income level, I’m looking at myself and saying I don’t need to be made to feel lame by some kid. Id feel the same way if Nyjah Houston were behind the counter.looking down on someone for their income level or living situation is even more dickheaded than bad customer service at a skate shopExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI know this sounds shitty, but if you’re an adult, no twenty-something with six roommates making minimum wage in a skateshop should be able to “coolguy” you.[close][close]
not sure what universe this is but if a 20 something skate rat can't cool guy you.....it's not skateboarding...
Here’s a thought- support your local shop if it’s cool. If they’re not do what you like.
If you don’t have a local shop you’re off the hook.
And if you’re like me and really picky about boards you can split the difference by buying shirts and hoodies from the shop, cause that’s how they make money anyway. Buy boards from tactics or wherever, everyone basically breaks even on those sales so it’s not like you’re supporting big corporations.
Not that I’m happy about it but Aaron Kyro got more people into skateboarding than Tony Hawk
Expand QuoteHere’s a thought- support your local shop if it’s cool. If they’re not do what you like.
If you don’t have a local shop you’re off the hook.
And if you’re like me and really picky about boards you can split the difference by buying shirts and hoodies from the shop, cause that’s how they make money anyway. Buy boards from tactics or wherever, everyone basically breaks even on those sales so it’s not like you’re supporting big corporations.[close]
I hated my local. Its been gone for almost 10 years. Believe me If I could I be running a shop, now we have kooky ass tattoo shops selling boards and fking hate it! I'll stick to buying online.
Expand QuoteHere’s a thought- support your local shop if it’s cool. If they’re not do what you like.
If you don’t have a local shop you’re off the hook.
And if you’re like me and really picky about boards you can split the difference by buying shirts and hoodies from the shop, cause that’s how they make money anyway. Buy boards from tactics or wherever, everyone basically breaks even on those sales so it’s not like you’re supporting big corporations.[close]
I hated my local. Its been gone for almost 10 years. Believe me If I could I be running a shop, now we have kooky ass tattoo shops selling boards and fking hate it! I'll stick to buying online.
Donovan Wildfong is the new Dylan
I like Berle but he’s not as cool as either guyExpand QuoteDonovan Wildfong is the new Dylan[close]
Berle and Swan would like to have a word with you
I’ve always had a good experience at my local shop, the only guy who used to vibe me out I eventually won over by bringing in pizza on skate shop day.
Here’s a thought- support your local shop if it’s cool. If they’re not do what you like.
If you don’t have a local shop you’re off the hook.
And if you’re like me and really picky about boards you can split the difference by buying shirts and hoodies from the shop, cause that’s how they make money anyway. Buy boards from tactics or wherever, everyone basically breaks even on those sales so it’s not like you’re supporting big corporations.
Definitely check out fabric skate shop! Kojima the owner is great guy and definitely had a lot to do with the skate park that’s in shin Yokohama. A great reason to support fabric.Expand QuoteI don't know what is my local. I'm from Tokyo so every skate shop I've visited is really far from my house. Maybe 50 minutes or 1 hour by train... within Tokyo :-X Near my neighborhood there is a Murasaki Sports shop inside a mall. it's maybe like Zumiez in USA. It would be my local? I don't buy too much there because they don't have the boards I want.
I've been in some skate shops around Tokyo (FatBros, Arktz Harajuku, Heshdawg...) but the owners seem the most soulless people in the world. They don't talk, they don't look at you, they just give you the deck, take your money and sayōnara.
However, the guys at Murasaki Sports are very friendly. I usually buy online not because of cheaper prices (prices are exactly the same in online shops and local shops), but because I only find online the gear I want.
My unpopular opinion for 2023 is: The reason that most of guys make fun of skinny jeans is because they're insecure about the shape of their legs. The "You can't move freely" is just an excuse. Please, let's talk about pants again ;D[close]
I’m sorry to hear this.
There are some nice small shops in Tokyo, but the scene can be really intimidating too. I know the type of shop you’re talking about. Not friendly at all.
Fabric is a good one if you get a chance, but it’s fucking tiny. But they treat their customers well if you have questions.
It’s a bit far away, but BQ in Oyama in Tochigi is really good too. Most of the shops where I am in Nagano do a good job of being polite and creating a local scene.
And if Murasaki sports does a better job than your locals (I don’t shop there because they don’t carry anything over 8.5) then go to them.
Donovan Wildfong is the new Dylan
Beagle has been surplus to Baker's needs for well over 5 years now.
Expand QuoteDonovan Wildfong is the new Dylan[close]
no shot - solid unpopular opinion
Not that I’m happy about it but Aaron Kyro got more people into skateboarding than Tony Hawk(https://i.imgur.com/9O3OWlo.png)
I fuck with the man bun. Have one right now
Definitely check out fabric skate shop! Kojima the owner is great guy and definitely had a lot to do with the skate park that’s in shin Yokohama. A great reason to support fabric.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't know what is my local. I'm from Tokyo so every skate shop I've visited is really far from my house. Maybe 50 minutes or 1 hour by train... within Tokyo :-X Near my neighborhood there is a Murasaki Sports shop inside a mall. it's maybe like Zumiez in USA. It would be my local? I don't buy too much there because they don't have the boards I want.
I've been in some skate shops around Tokyo (FatBros, Arktz Harajuku, Heshdawg...) but the owners seem the most soulless people in the world. They don't talk, they don't look at you, they just give you the deck, take your money and sayōnara.
However, the guys at Murasaki Sports are very friendly. I usually buy online not because of cheaper prices (prices are exactly the same in online shops and local shops), but because I only find online the gear I want.
My unpopular opinion for 2023 is: The reason that most of guys make fun of skinny jeans is because they're insecure about the shape of their legs. The "You can't move freely" is just an excuse. Please, let's talk about pants again ;D[close]
I’m sorry to hear this.
There are some nice small shops in Tokyo, but the scene can be really intimidating too. I know the type of shop you’re talking about. Not friendly at all.
Fabric is a good one if you get a chance, but it’s fucking tiny. But they treat their customers well if you have questions.
It’s a bit far away, but BQ in Oyama in Tochigi is really good too. Most of the shops where I am in Nagano do a good job of being polite and creating a local scene.
And if Murasaki sports does a better job than your locals (I don’t shop there because they don’t carry anything over 8.5) then go to them.[close]
when you search "tony hawk" on youtube, there are at least fifteen results with multiple million views. his video game series sold 1.4 billion copies. he was everywhere in the late 90s/early 2000s - i wonder how many people watched the 1999 x games live or the episode of the simpsons he was in? not saying every all those people ran out and bought a skateboard but tony hawk clearly sparked a massive wave of interest in skating and i'm gonna need to see some solid evidence of something comparable aaron kyro's done for me to take thisExpand Quote(https://i.imgur.com/9O3OWlo.png)Expand QuoteNot that I’m happy about it but Aaron Kyro got more people into skateboarding than Tony Hawk[close][close]opinionconjecture seriously
Expand Quotewhen you search "tony hawk" on youtube, there are at least fifteen results with multiple million views. his video game series sold 1.4 billion copies. he was everywhere in the late 90s/early 2000s - i wonder how many people watched the 1999 x games live or the episode of the simpsons he was in? not saying every all those people ran out and bought a skateboard but tony hawk clearly sparked a massive wave of interest in skating and i'm gonna need to see some solid evidence of something comparable aaron kyro's done for me to take thisExpand Quote(https://i.imgur.com/9O3OWlo.png)Expand QuoteNot that I’m happy about it but Aaron Kyro got more people into skateboarding than Tony Hawk[close][close]opinionconjecture seriously[close]
maybe we should change the opinion to be
"Aaron Kyro got morepeoplegen Z intoskateboardingscientology than Tony Hawk
when you search "tony hawk" on youtube, there are at least fifteen results with multiple million views. his video game series sold 1.4 billion copies. he was everywhere in the late 90s/early 2000s - i wonder how many people watched the 1999 x games live or the episode of the simpsons he was in? not saying every all those people ran out and bought a skateboard but tony hawk clearly sparked a massive wave of interest in skating and i'm gonna need to see some solid evidence of something comparable aaron kyro's done for me to take thisExpand Quote(https://i.imgur.com/9O3OWlo.png)Expand QuoteNot that I’m happy about it but Aaron Kyro got more people into skateboarding than Tony Hawk[close][close]opinionconjecture seriously
when you search "tony hawk" on youtube, there are at least fifteen results with multiple million views. his video game series sold 1.4 billion copies. he was everywhere in the late 90s/early 2000s - i wonder how many people watched the 1999 x games live or the episode of the simpsons he was in? not saying every all those people ran out and bought a skateboard but tony hawk clearly sparked a massive wave of interest in skating and i'm gonna need to see some solid evidence of something comparable aaron kyro's done for me to take thisExpand Quote(https://i.imgur.com/9O3OWlo.png)Expand QuoteNot that I’m happy about it but Aaron Kyro got more people into skateboarding than Tony Hawk[close][close]opinionconjecture seriously
Tony Hawk was more interested in winning prizes and Aaron Kyro was interested in teaching skate tricks to beginners. Ok, I said it.
He did both to the best of his ability at the timeExpand QuoteTony Hawk was more interested in winning prizes and Aaron Kyro was interested in teaching skate tricks to beginners. Ok, I said it.[close]
Only one ever had a chance to win prizes though.
All tres are pressure flips
Expand QuoteTony Hawk was more interested in winning prizes and Aaron Kyro was interested in teaching skate tricks to beginners. Ok, I said it.[close]
Only one ever had a chance to win prizes though.
You've got some catching up to doExpand QuoteExpand QuoteTony Hawk was more interested in winning prizes and Aaron Kyro was interested in teaching skate tricks to beginners. Ok, I said it.[close]
Only one ever had a chance to win prizes though.[close]
Being honest, I didn't know who is Aaron Kyro until this thread so I was posting one more Unpopular Opinion :P
This sounds very implausible, gonna have to see some footage of your "360 flips"Expand QuoteAll tres are pressure flips[close]
I have a funny story related to this. I was known in my local for having the best popped 360 flips. They were immense, bigger than my ollies. The board did the complete "360 flip" while going up and I catch it mid air perfectly straight, landed bolts. Recently I discovered they weren't 360 flips but 360 pressure flips while playing with my son and his techdecks. The board flipped HEELFLIP, like a 360 inward heel, but my feet and body position, and the way the board moved seemed like a proper 360 flip. During all that time (2003 - 2010) absolutely nobody noticed it. I played tons of game of skate and we all thought I was doing treflips. I felt an impostor after knowing I never did a 360 flip in my life :'(
This sounds very implausible, gonna have to see some footage of your "360 flips"Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAll tres are pressure flips[close]
I have a funny story related to this. I was known in my local for having the best popped 360 flips. They were immense, bigger than my ollies. The board did the complete "360 flip" while going up and I catch it mid air perfectly straight, landed bolts. Recently I discovered they weren't 360 flips but 360 pressure flips while playing with my son and his techdecks. The board flipped HEELFLIP, like a 360 inward heel, but my feet and body position, and the way the board moved seemed like a proper 360 flip. During all that time (2003 - 2010) absolutely nobody noticed it. I played tons of game of skate and we all thought I was doing treflips. I felt an impostor after knowing I never did a 360 flip in my life :'([close]
Probably looked like this
https://youtu.be/dXRy60NWh-8
He did both to the best of his ability at the timeExpand QuoteExpand QuoteTony Hawk was more interested in winning prizes and Aaron Kyro was interested in teaching skate tricks to beginners. Ok, I said it.[close]
Only one ever had a chance to win prizes though.[close]
https://youtu.be/2l-BUF9h-i0
https://youtu.be/ccMerGqFf-U
Expand QuoteHe did both to the best of his ability at the timeExpand QuoteExpand QuoteTony Hawk was more interested in winning prizes and Aaron Kyro was interested in teaching skate tricks to beginners. Ok, I said it.[close]
Only one ever had a chance to win prizes though.[close]
https://youtu.be/2l-BUF9h-i0
https://youtu.be/ccMerGqFf-U[close]
lol i remember renting this shit way back in the day...damn, forgot all about it.
Probably looked like this
https://youtu.be/dXRy60NWh-8
it's not that deepwhen you search "tony hawk" on youtube, there are at least fifteen results with multiple million views. his video game series sold 1.4 billion copies. he was everywhere in the late 90s/early 2000s - i wonder how many people watched the 1999 x games live or the episode of the simpsons he was in? not saying every all those people ran out and bought a skateboard but tony hawk clearly sparked a massive wave of interest in skating and i'm gonna need to see some solid evidence of something comparable aaron kyro's done for me to take thisExpand Quote(https://i.imgur.com/9O3OWlo.png)Expand QuoteNot that I’m happy about it but Aaron Kyro got more people into skateboarding than Tony Hawk[close][close]opinionconjecture seriously
it's not that deepExpand Quotewhen you search "tony hawk" on youtube, there are at least fifteen results with multiple million views. his video game series sold 1.4 billion copies. he was everywhere in the late 90s/early 2000s - i wonder how many people watched the 1999 x games live or the episode of the simpsons he was in? not saying every all those people ran out and bought a skateboard but tony hawk clearly sparked a massive wave of interest in skating and i'm gonna need to see some solid evidence of something comparable aaron kyro's done for me to take thisExpand Quote(https://i.imgur.com/9O3OWlo.png)Expand QuoteNot that I’m happy about it but Aaron Kyro got more people into skateboarding than Tony Hawk[close][close]opinionconjecture seriously[close]
It's just funny to me that Aaron kyro did a ted talk like thing, Tony Hawk didn't, Mullen did. Nice text tho
it's not that deepExpand Quotewhen you search "tony hawk" on youtube, there are at least fifteen results with multiple million views. his video game series sold 1.4 billion copies. he was everywhere in the late 90s/early 2000s - i wonder how many people watched the 1999 x games live or the episode of the simpsons he was in? not saying every all those people ran out and bought a skateboard but tony hawk clearly sparked a massive wave of interest in skating and i'm gonna need to see some solid evidence of something comparable aaron kyro's done for me to take thisExpand Quote(https://i.imgur.com/9O3OWlo.png)Expand QuoteNot that I’m happy about it but Aaron Kyro got more people into skateboarding than Tony Hawk[close][close]opinionconjecture seriously[close]
It's just funny to me that Aaron kyro did a ted talk like thing, Tony Hawk didn't, Mullen did. Nice text tho
idgaf kyro 1 hawk 0
Front side 180s are critically underrated.
Expand QuoteFront side 180s are critically underrated.[close]
its unfortunate bc they look really good when theyre floaty
I’d like to put Ryan D on that list…..blasting over garbage cans like a snowboarder….
Front side 180s are critically underrated.
Expand QuoteFront side 180s are critically underrated.[close]
"Easy" tricks in general are overlooked or disrespected. One of the coolest rail tricks imo is a long bs boardslide on a handrail. Heath has done some exceptional ones.
Expand QuoteI’d like to put Ryan D on that list…..blasting over garbage cans like a snowboarder….[close]
Oddly the first person I thought of.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI’d like to put Ryan D on that list…..blasting over garbage cans like a snowboarder….[close]
Oddly the first person I thought of.[close]
GH reference…..found it’s way into our subconsciousness….
Expand QuoteFront side 180s are critically underrated.[close]
its unfortunate bc they look really good when theyre floaty
If I had had young kids I wouldent let them near Aaron Kyro if they were begging me! I’d probably force them to met Tony with me though ps I don’t think this is unpopular j adding to the Tony Kyro debate.
Expand QuoteIf I had had young kids I wouldent let them near Aaron Kyro if they were begging me! I’d probably force them to met Tony with me though ps I don’t think this is unpopular j adding to the Tony Kyro debate.[close]
Tony Kyro’s Pro Skater (from the sf Bay Area) 2
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteFront side 180s are critically underrated.[close]
its unfortunate bc they look really good when theyre floaty[close]
They were one of the first tricks I relearned but it‘s hard to get a nice one. Tipps are welcome.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteFront side 180s are critically underrated.[close]
its unfortunate bc they look really good when theyre floaty[close]
They were one of the first tricks I relearned but it‘s hard to get a nice one. Tipps are welcome.
Idk I've been finding I tend to do the opposit with my fs 180, I turn my shoulders last. I wonder what they look like to the outside perspective. They feel koo to me...
Idk I've been finding I tend to do the opposit with my fs 180, I turn my shoulders last. I wonder what they look like to the outside perspective. They feel koo to me...Same. I try to do them like Barley, all in the hips. No idea how they look tho cause who films a FS ollie?
I think FS 180s look fine if you get a little height and take off straight. It gets a bad rap because it’s so easy to do them with very little height and be halfway done the turn before you take off.
Strangely enough though, I’m perfectly fine with cheater BS 180s - I think they look steezy no matter what.
Strangely enough though, I’m perfectly fine with cheater BS 180s - I think they look steezy no matter what.
Expand QuoteStrangely enough though, I’m perfectly fine with cheater BS 180s - I think they look steezy no matter what.[close]
Frontsides=hesh Backsides=fresh?
Expand QuoteStrangely enough though, I’m perfectly fine with cheater BS 180s - I think they look steezy no matter what.[close]
Frontsides=hesh Backsides=fresh?
Expand QuoteStrangely enough though, I’m perfectly fine with cheater BS 180s - I think they look steezy no matter what.[close]
Frontsides=hesh Backsides=fresh?
I'm posting this here because I don't know where else to put this opinion and I wanna hear you all's thought on it.
I think Nik Stain's skating looks pretty similar to Stevie Williams'
if i could pick one person i dont think nik stain skates like it might be stevie williamsBut you’ve gotta hand it to this SLAP user @OneMore, they definitely chose the correct thread to share that opinion in.
Expand QuoteI'm posting this here because I don't know where else to put this opinion and I wanna hear you all's thought on it.
I think Nik Stain's skating looks pretty similar to Stevie Williams'[close]But you’ve gotta hand it to this SLAP user @OneMore, they definitely chose the correct thread to share that opinion in.Expand Quoteif i could pick one person i dont think nik stain skates like it might be stevie williams[close]
What I'm thinking is they've both got that straight arms going at sharp angles out front of their bodies. I also think they have similar technique/look to their 180 manual tricks.
I could be out of it on this one though, totally willing to take that too.
I’ve always seen Nik Stain as a Reese Forbes with manual anything abilities instead of pop.
this would prolly be considered a 2022 unpopular opinion but billiam strobeck picked the music for play dead by seeing what songs were popular with kids on "alt TikTok." when I heard deftones and metallica come on i immediately realized that I was not the target demographic. on the bright side apparently a clip was filmed at a spot in my town so that's cool I guessI realized I wasn't the target demographic when a child's bare belly and chest was filling 90% of the screen while deftones was playing, but deftones itself is not a problem, I dig the band
this would prolly be considered a 2022 unpopular opinion but billiam strobeck picked the music for play dead by seeing what songs were popular with kids on "alt TikTok." when I heard deftones and metallica come on i immediately realized that I was not the target demographic. on the bright side apparently a clip was filmed at a spot in my town so that's cool I guessI think this is closer to a Skateboarding Conspiracy Theory wherever that thread is because I don't think you're wrong. It's been a problem in his stuff since Cherry. Sometimes it works out and you get Dylan and INXS or Ben and Billy but other times you Nik Stain and One which I called out as basic as in the Play Dead thread. I'm closer to Bill's age and I can see that he was early on the nostalgia for Gen X oldies and can be good at it but there are a bunch of times where he woulda made a better video if he didn't adhere to his signature style of zoomed in clips cut to alt pop hits. Fuck use a deep cut. The songs are always hits that charted and by now it seems more like dungeon tier Hollywood music supervision than anything. So yeah I wouldn't be surprised if he was looking at the TikTok charts.
Yeah, maybe I'm not seeing something, but when I think of Stevie I think more of his pop than anything else, whereas Nik Stain doesn't have that type of pop but skates at breakneck speed. If I was gonna say any big name current skater skates like Stevie I'm probably say Tiago.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm posting this here because I don't know where else to put this opinion and I wanna hear you all's thought on it.
I think Nik Stain's skating looks pretty similar to Stevie Williams'[close]But you’ve gotta hand it to this SLAP user @OneMore, they definitely chose the correct thread to share that opinion in.Expand Quoteif i could pick one person i dont think nik stain skates like it might be stevie williams[close][close]
i could see similarities in nik stain's & stevies long extended push
other than that, i dont see anything similar
Yeah, maybe I'm not seeing something, but when I think of Stevie I think more of his pop than anything else, whereas Nik Stain doesn't have that type of pop but skates at breakneck speed. If I was gonna say any big name current skater skates like Stevie I'm probably say Tiago.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm posting this here because I don't know where else to put this opinion and I wanna hear you all's thought on it.
I think Nik Stain's skating looks pretty similar to Stevie Williams'[close]But you’ve gotta hand it to this SLAP user @OneMore, they definitely chose the correct thread to share that opinion in.Expand Quoteif i could pick one person i dont think nik stain skates like it might be stevie williams[close][close]
i could see similarities in nik stain's & stevies long extended push
other than that, i dont see anything similar[close]
Bro forgot about Jahmir BrownExpand QuoteYeah, maybe I'm not seeing something, but when I think of Stevie I think more of his pop than anything else, whereas Nik Stain doesn't have that type of pop but skates at breakneck speed. If I was gonna say any big name current skater skates like Stevie I'm probably say Tiago.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm posting this here because I don't know where else to put this opinion and I wanna hear you all's thought on it.
I think Nik Stain's skating looks pretty similar to Stevie Williams'[close]But you’ve gotta hand it to this SLAP user @OneMore, they definitely chose the correct thread to share that opinion in.Expand Quoteif i could pick one person i dont think nik stain skates like it might be stevie williams[close][close]
i could see similarities in nik stain's & stevies long extended push
other than that, i dont see anything similar[close][close]
If Stevie skated in Rails, Big gaps and big bumps to bar you could be right.
I realized I wasn't the target demographic when a child's bare belly and chest was filling 90% of the screen while deftones was playing, but deftones itself is not a problem, I dig the bandExpand Quotethis would prolly be considered a 2022 unpopular opinion but billiam strobeck picked the music for play dead by seeing what songs were popular with kids on "alt TikTok." when I heard deftones and metallica come on i immediately realized that I was not the target demographic. on the bright side apparently a clip was filmed at a spot in my town so that's cool I guess[close]
I don't like Metallica but I don't have any problems with who does, and I thought it fit Nik Stain's skating pretty well.
Expand QuoteI realized I wasn't the target demographic when a child's bare belly and chest was filling 90% of the screen while deftones was playing, but deftones itself is not a problem, I dig the bandExpand Quotethis would prolly be considered a 2022 unpopular opinion but billiam strobeck picked the music for play dead by seeing what songs were popular with kids on "alt TikTok." when I heard deftones and metallica come on i immediately realized that I was not the target demographic. on the bright side apparently a clip was filmed at a spot in my town so that's cool I guess[close]
I don't like Metallica but I don't have any problems with who does, and I thought it fit Nik Stain's skating pretty well.[close]
Lol. I fuck with some old Metallica songs though.
Expand QuoteWhat I'm thinking is they've both got that straight arms going at sharp angles out front of their bodies. I also think they have similar technique/look to their 180 manual tricks.
I could be out of it on this one though, totally willing to take that too.[close]
as a huge nik stain fan, and someone that grew up watching stevies part in the DC video a million times, this is shattering my worldview.
Havent watched any stevie in a while, i need to study before i can make an accurate judgement on this.
just from memory though, i kinda see where you're coming from, and it's scaring me.
I did the thing the other night and compared The Chocolate Tour to Hockey X. Terrain and speed are pretty different along with the fact that Stevie is one of those guys where more than half of the clips from his window were switch. That said, they both lift their arms in similar ways. Straight up from the shoulders like if they were marionettes, the string would be attached to the outside of their elbows.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWhat I'm thinking is they've both got that straight arms going at sharp angles out front of their bodies. I also think they have similar technique/look to their 180 manual tricks.
I could be out of it on this one though, totally willing to take that too.[close]
as a huge nik stain fan, and someone that grew up watching stevies part in the DC video a million times, this is shattering my worldview.
Havent watched any stevie in a while, i need to study before i can make an accurate judgement on this.
just from memory though, i kinda see where you're coming from, and it's scaring me.[close]
Once I saw it I couldn't unsee it. I knew exactly what they meant though as soon as I read it. Watching and comparing kinda confirmed it. It's def not a one to one situation but when you compare footy of them both doing ledge lines through a plaza, is when it's most apparent. The rest of the time maybe not so much.
Black soles look terrible 99% of the time.Agree with this + white laces in all black or brown (or any laces that don't match the shoe really) also always look terrible. White socks usually fuck up your kit too
Contrast stitching (especially white on black) looks terrible 99.9% of the time.
Agree with this + white laces in all black or brown (or any laces that don't match the shoe really) also always look terrible. White socks usually fuck up your kit tooExpand QuoteBlack soles look terrible 99% of the time.
Contrast stitching (especially white on black) looks terrible 99.9% of the time.[close]
Nah yuck the laces don't fool me. I know they're your church shoesExpand QuoteAgree with this + white laces in all black or brown (or any laces that don't match the shoe really) also always look terrible. White socks usually fuck up your kit tooExpand QuoteBlack soles look terrible 99% of the time.
Contrast stitching (especially white on black) looks terrible 99.9% of the time.[close][close]
Always liked Kerry Getz' white lace / dark shoe combo in jump off a building.
Black soles look terrible 99% of the time.
Contrast stitching (especially white on black) looks terrible 99.9% of the time.
Front side 180s are critically underrated.
Face tune, photoshop, angles, lighting, filters...
It seems like all the same editing shit skaters are doing on their pics are all the same bullshit selfie edits fitness influencers do.
I'll be at a session and watch someone do the trick, and then their Instagram photo later is just soooo fake to what really happened.
2 foot air looking like a 10 foot air or something.
It's weird cuz I wanna stoke my homies up and be happy they got a cool photo, so I comment nice stuff, but I can't shake the feeling.
Expand QuoteFace tune, photoshop, angles, lighting, filters...
It seems like all the same editing shit skaters are doing on their pics are all the same bullshit selfie edits fitness influencers do.
I'll be at a session and watch someone do the trick, and then their Instagram photo later is just soooo fake to what really happened.
2 foot air looking like a 10 foot air or something.
It's weird cuz I wanna stoke my homies up and be happy they got a cool photo, so I comment nice stuff, but I can't shake the feeling.[close]
damn let me know when you figure out what angle makes a two foot air look like a ten foot air.
.Expand QuoteI’ve always seen Nik Stain as a Reese Forbes with manual anything abilities instead of pop.[close]
That's not a bad person to be imo
Kids at the park aren't nice and loved up at the moment. It's full of rat bag haters like the 90's again. Is this a trend?
Expand QuoteKids at the park aren't nice and loved up at the moment. It's full of rat bag haters like the 90's again. Is this a trend?[close]
yeh covid fucked shit up and re-popularized skating again.
it also doesnt help that bc its been ~20 odd years now, so this new generation is romanticizing the late 90s (just the same way the 90s romanticized the 70s). i guess skateboardings popularity just got snagged along for the ride
Usually, wounded animals are either nursed back to health, or humanely euthanized. I’m not sure which you’re advocating for in the case of the kids at the park, but I’m not upset by your suggestion regardless of your intended meaning. 🙃Expand QuoteExpand QuoteKids at the park aren't nice and loved up at the moment. It's full of rat bag haters like the 90's again. Is this a trend?[close]
yeh covid fucked shit up and re-popularized skating again.
it also doesnt help that bc its been ~20 odd years now, so this new generation is romanticizing the late 90s (just the same way the 90s romanticized the 70s). i guess skateboardings popularity just got snagged along for the ride[close]
These are either kids falling through the social safety net or living in a black hole of hormones. They should be treated as wounded animals.
kevin rodrigues is cool
Black soles look terrible 99% of the time.
Contrast stitching (especially white on black) looks terrible 99.9% of the time.
Skating in boardshorts is the single most comfortable and loose way to skate.
Yeah that part less than idealExpand QuoteSkating in boardshorts is the single most comfortable and loose way to skate.[close]
Taking a slam where your legs slides on the ground or getting a shinner in boardshorts doesn't sound very comfortable
Yeah that part less than idealExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSkating in boardshorts is the single most comfortable and loose way to skate.[close]
Taking a slam where your legs slides on the ground or getting a shinner in boardshorts doesn't sound very comfortable[close]
Tyshawn Jones and Nick Dias are the worst dumbass shit in skate nowadays. Who else that call yourself as a king is a dogshit.
Expand QuoteTyshawn Jones and Nick Dias are the worst dumbass shit in skate nowadays. Who else that call yourself as a king is a dogshit.[close]
go on
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteTyshawn Jones and Nick Dias are the worst dumbass shit in skate nowadays. Who else that call yourself as a king is a dogshit.[close]
go on[close]
lui Elliot, even mock, nico - these guys are all the industry ghost writers and people like Tyshawn and fucking Nick Dias of all people just milk them/swagger jack them for all they have and then toss them. Notice how you never see or hear about who kid??
Not that confident if you get my jist 😕Expand QuoteYeah that part less than idealExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSkating in boardshorts is the single most comfortable and loose way to skate.[close]
Taking a slam where your legs slides on the ground or getting a shinner in boardshorts doesn't sound very comfortable[close][close]
gym shorts dude...
Skating in boardshorts is the single most comfortable and loose way to skate.I don’t know about most comfortable but I do it and it’s cool
Skating in boardshorts is the single most comfortable and loose way to skate.
Your a lovely person @terminal :) No reason to be insecure. If you like those gym shorts, you go ahead and where them!Not that confident if you get my jist 😕Expand QuoteExpand QuoteYeah that part less than idealExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSkating in boardshorts is the single most comfortable and loose way to skate.[close]
Taking a slam where your legs slides on the ground or getting a shinner in boardshorts doesn't sound very comfortable[close][close]
gym shorts dude...[close]
Same. White lace, black shoe gun outsole is wonderful.Expand QuoteAgree with this + white laces in all black or brown (or any laces that don't match the shoe really) also always look terrible. White socks usually fuck up your kit tooExpand QuoteBlack soles look terrible 99% of the time.
Contrast stitching (especially white on black) looks terrible 99.9% of the time.[close][close]
Always liked Kerry Getz' white lace / dark shoe combo in jump off a building.
Black coat, white shoes, black hat, CadillacSounds like a time bomb
Sounds like a time bombExpand QuoteBlack coat, white shoes, black hat, Cadillac[close]
Expand QuoteYeah that part less than idealExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSkating in boardshorts is the single most comfortable and loose way to skate.[close]
Taking a slam where your legs slides on the ground or getting a shinner in boardshorts doesn't sound very comfortable[close][close]
gym shorts dude...
Independent once did a line of stretchy basketball type shorts, back late 90s maybe. Those were the bomb. Should have bought a lifetime supply of those. And NHS, if you're reading, please re runExpand QuoteExpand QuoteYeah that part less than idealExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSkating in boardshorts is the single most comfortable and loose way to skate.[close]
Taking a slam where your legs slides on the ground or getting a shinner in boardshorts doesn't sound very comfortable[close][close]
gym shorts dude...[close]
agreed. get me that strechy fabric.
I hate the phrase ‘tasteful trick selection’.I can kinda agree
It reads to me something akin to ‘I grew up in the 90’s. My grip must be black and wheels graphicless. I am a conservative’.
I want to see someone trying something new, not the same fucking tricks done over and over.
Almost trick can be ‘tasteful’ it’s just that the uglier the trick, the better the skater has to be to make it look good, or bring it to a unique spot.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI realized I wasn't the target demographic when a child's bare belly and chest was filling 90% of the screen while deftones was playing, but deftones itself is not a problem, I dig the bandExpand Quotethis would prolly be considered a 2022 unpopular opinion but billiam strobeck picked the music for play dead by seeing what songs were popular with kids on "alt TikTok." when I heard deftones and metallica come on i immediately realized that I was not the target demographic. on the bright side apparently a clip was filmed at a spot in my town so that's cool I guess[close]
I don't like Metallica but I don't have any problems with who does, and I thought it fit Nik Stain's skating pretty well.[close]
Lol. I fuck with some old Metallica songs though.[close]
Let’s get this shit straight - old (good) Metallica ends with Cliff, the hesher messiah. Justice and the black album are not it. Nothing against mr. newsted, he’s cool. Trujillo gave them a modest bump in cred due to the S.T.->Dogtown connection, but that fizzled in the aughts.
Maybe it’s just cuz I haven’t skated a ps or clutch board since the Obama administration but boards don’t “lose their pop” until you get actual squaring on the nose and tail, when you guys are like “oh it started getting soggy after a week” I’m baffled, never experienced this in my life, still have plenty pop on a pretty razortailed board, anybody else relate?
Prefer a baggies type short that dries quicker. Also i can pretend i'm puig.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteYeah that part less than idealExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSkating in boardshorts is the single most comfortable and loose way to skate.[close]
Taking a slam where your legs slides on the ground or getting a shinner in boardshorts doesn't sound very comfortable[close][close]
gym shorts dude...[close]
agreed. get me that strechy fabric.
Prefer a baggies type short that dries quicker. Also i can pretend i'm puig.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteYeah that part less than idealExpand QuoteExpand QuoteSkating in boardshorts is the single most comfortable and loose way to skate.[close]
Taking a slam where your legs slides on the ground or getting a shinner in boardshorts doesn't sound very comfortable[close][close]
gym shorts dude...[close]
agreed. get me that strechy fabric.[close]
56mm+ wheels and 8.25" will be the norm again for street8.5 for me cuz I’m tall and got big feet haha
Maybe it’s just cuz I haven’t skated a ps or clutch board since the Obama administration but boards don’t “lose their pop” until you get actual squaring on the nose and tail, when you guys are like “oh it started getting soggy after a week” I’m baffled, never experienced this in my life, still have plenty pop on a pretty razortailed board, anybody else relate?Shop boards always seem to go soggy on me after a few weeks. But I’ve been buying DLX boards for the last few years and they keep their rigidity
Expand QuoteMaybe it’s just cuz I haven’t skated a ps or clutch board since the Obama administration but boards don’t “lose their pop” until you get actual squaring on the nose and tail, when you guys are like “oh it started getting soggy after a week” I’m baffled, never experienced this in my life, still have plenty pop on a pretty razortailed board, anybody else relate?[close]
Same here, but I recently found out it depends on your setup. Tried a friends board and it was disgusting.
Imagine this: You start with a flat deck, low ace trucks and small wheels, a no-pop combination from hell. So you're basically starting off with the deck's 30% pop potential. If the board gets even slightly mellower from skating it for 2 weeks that shit is at 20% pop and you're barely getting it off the ground. And then they get a new one.
But if instead, they'd put some thunders/ventures on there it would ascend to 80% pop and would be good for another month or so.
Ben D also mentioned this in some video, his board felt "soggy" after some time on indies but had great pop when he switched to thunders at the end of the decks life. I think the way he formulated it was: He can extend a decks life by a week by switching to thunders at the end or so.
TLDR: Don't skate a stupid flat board with short wb trucks and small wheels IF you wan't to skate if for longer than a few weeks
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteMaybe it’s just cuz I haven’t skated a ps or clutch board since the Obama administration but boards don’t “lose their pop” until you get actual squaring on the nose and tail, when you guys are like “oh it started getting soggy after a week” I’m baffled, never experienced this in my life, still have plenty pop on a pretty razortailed board, anybody else relate?[close]
Same here, but I recently found out it depends on your setup. Tried a friends board and it was disgusting.
Imagine this: You start with a flat deck, low ace trucks and small wheels, a no-pop combination from hell. So you're basically starting off with the deck's 30% pop potential. If the board gets even slightly mellower from skating it for 2 weeks that shit is at 20% pop and you're barely getting it off the ground. And then they get a new one.
But if instead, they'd put some thunders/ventures on there it would ascend to 80% pop and would be good for another month or so.
Ben D also mentioned this in some video, his board felt "soggy" after some time on indies but had great pop when he switched to thunders at the end of the decks life. I think the way he formulated it was: He can extend a decks life by a week by switching to thunders at the end or so.
TLDR: Don't skate a stupid flat board with short wb trucks and small wheels IF you wan't to skate if for longer than a few weeks[close]
Interesting! I always have doubts about which skateboard deck goes best with certain trucks. Right now, I'm using a Black Label 9" football-shaped deck, Ace AF1 55 trucks, and Spitfire Radials 53mm wheels. Do you think it's a good combination? I also have a couple more decks at home (Snack 8.5" and Hockey 8.5" #1 shape) and some Spitfire 58mm conical full wheels. What trucks would be good for a good pop? Maybe Independent 149? Thank you very much.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMaybe it’s just cuz I haven’t skated a ps or clutch board since the Obama administration but boards don’t “lose their pop” until you get actual squaring on the nose and tail, when you guys are like “oh it started getting soggy after a week” I’m baffled, never experienced this in my life, still have plenty pop on a pretty razortailed board, anybody else relate?[close]
Same here, but I recently found out it depends on your setup. Tried a friends board and it was disgusting.
Imagine this: You start with a flat deck, low ace trucks and small wheels, a no-pop combination from hell. So you're basically starting off with the deck's 30% pop potential. If the board gets even slightly mellower from skating it for 2 weeks that shit is at 20% pop and you're barely getting it off the ground. And then they get a new one.
But if instead, they'd put some thunders/ventures on there it would ascend to 80% pop and would be good for another month or so.
Ben D also mentioned this in some video, his board felt "soggy" after some time on indies but had great pop when he switched to thunders at the end of the decks life. I think the way he formulated it was: He can extend a decks life by a week by switching to thunders at the end or so.
TLDR: Don't skate a stupid flat board with short wb trucks and small wheels IF you wan't to skate if for longer than a few weeks[close]
Interesting! I always have doubts about which skateboard deck goes best with certain trucks. Right now, I'm using a Black Label 9" football-shaped deck, Ace AF1 55 trucks, and Spitfire Radials 53mm wheels. Do you think it's a good combination? I also have a couple more decks at home (Snack 8.5" and Hockey 8.5" #1 shape) and some Spitfire 58mm conical full wheels. What trucks would be good for a good pop? Maybe Independent 149? Thank you very much.[close]
You should watch my dad Ben's videos
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMaybe it’s just cuz I haven’t skated a ps or clutch board since the Obama administration but boards don’t “lose their pop” until you get actual squaring on the nose and tail, when you guys are like “oh it started getting soggy after a week” I’m baffled, never experienced this in my life, still have plenty pop on a pretty razortailed board, anybody else relate?[close]
Same here, but I recently found out it depends on your setup. Tried a friends board and it was disgusting.
Imagine this: You start with a flat deck, low ace trucks and small wheels, a no-pop combination from hell. So you're basically starting off with the deck's 30% pop potential. If the board gets even slightly mellower from skating it for 2 weeks that shit is at 20% pop and you're barely getting it off the ground. And then they get a new one.
But if instead, they'd put some thunders/ventures on there it would ascend to 80% pop and would be good for another month or so.
Ben D also mentioned this in some video, his board felt "soggy" after some time on indies but had great pop when he switched to thunders at the end of the decks life. I think the way he formulated it was: He can extend a decks life by a week by switching to thunders at the end or so.
TLDR: Don't skate a stupid flat board with short wb trucks and small wheels IF you wan't to skate if for longer than a few weeks[close]
Interesting! I always have doubts about which skateboard deck goes best with certain trucks. Right now, I'm using a Black Label 9" football-shaped deck, Ace AF1 55 trucks, and Spitfire Radials 53mm wheels. Do you think it's a good combination? I also have a couple more decks at home (Snack 8.5" and Hockey 8.5" #1 shape) and some Spitfire 58mm conical full wheels. What trucks would be good for a good pop? Maybe Independent 149? Thank you very much.[close]
You should watch my dad Ben's videos[close]
Thank you! Can I purchase those videos on Internet or how can I watch them?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMaybe it’s just cuz I haven’t skated a ps or clutch board since the Obama administration but boards don’t “lose their pop” until you get actual squaring on the nose and tail, when you guys are like “oh it started getting soggy after a week” I’m baffled, never experienced this in my life, still have plenty pop on a pretty razortailed board, anybody else relate?[close]
Same here, but I recently found out it depends on your setup. Tried a friends board and it was disgusting.
Imagine this: You start with a flat deck, low ace trucks and small wheels, a no-pop combination from hell. So you're basically starting off with the deck's 30% pop potential. If the board gets even slightly mellower from skating it for 2 weeks that shit is at 20% pop and you're barely getting it off the ground. And then they get a new one.
But if instead, they'd put some thunders/ventures on there it would ascend to 80% pop and would be good for another month or so.
Ben D also mentioned this in some video, his board felt "soggy" after some time on indies but had great pop when he switched to thunders at the end of the decks life. I think the way he formulated it was: He can extend a decks life by a week by switching to thunders at the end or so.
TLDR: Don't skate a stupid flat board with short wb trucks and small wheels IF you wan't to skate if for longer than a few weeks[close]
Interesting! I always have doubts about which skateboard deck goes best with certain trucks. Right now, I'm using a Black Label 9" football-shaped deck, Ace AF1 55 trucks, and Spitfire Radials 53mm wheels. Do you think it's a good combination? I also have a couple more decks at home (Snack 8.5" and Hockey 8.5" #1 shape) and some Spitfire 58mm conical full wheels. What trucks would be good for a good pop? Maybe Independent 149? Thank you very much.[close]
You should watch my dad Ben's videos[close]
Thank you! Can I purchase those videos on Internet or how can I watch them?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMaybe it’s just cuz I haven’t skated a ps or clutch board since the Obama administration but boards don’t “lose their pop” until you get actual squaring on the nose and tail, when you guys are like “oh it started getting soggy after a week” I’m baffled, never experienced this in my life, still have plenty pop on a pretty razortailed board, anybody else relate?[close]
Same here, but I recently found out it depends on your setup. Tried a friends board and it was disgusting.
Imagine this: You start with a flat deck, low ace trucks and small wheels, a no-pop combination from hell. So you're basically starting off with the deck's 30% pop potential. If the board gets even slightly mellower from skating it for 2 weeks that shit is at 20% pop and you're barely getting it off the ground. And then they get a new one.
But if instead, they'd put some thunders/ventures on there it would ascend to 80% pop and would be good for another month or so.
Ben D also mentioned this in some video, his board felt "soggy" after some time on indies but had great pop when he switched to thunders at the end of the decks life. I think the way he formulated it was: He can extend a decks life by a week by switching to thunders at the end or so.
TLDR: Don't skate a stupid flat board with short wb trucks and small wheels IF you wan't to skate if for longer than a few weeks[close]
Interesting! I always have doubts about which skateboard deck goes best with certain trucks. Right now, I'm using a Black Label 9" football-shaped deck, Ace AF1 55 trucks, and Spitfire Radials 53mm wheels. Do you think it's a good combination? I also have a couple more decks at home (Snack 8.5" and Hockey 8.5" #1 shape) and some Spitfire 58mm conical full wheels. What trucks would be good for a good pop? Maybe Independent 149? Thank you very much.[close]
You should watch my dad Ben's videos[close]
Thank you! Can I purchase those videos on Internet or how can I watch them?[close]
Here you go my sweet summer child. All the information you could want at your fingertips
http://youtube.com/@bendegros
Guy Mariano has bad style and probably should have stuck with crail..he hasn't had any clips since pretty sweet (11 years ago)
Flay me, idc
FS noseslides do not count/are lame af if its out to fakie.
FS noseslides do not count/are lame af if its out to fakie.
Might as well add the best example of all time 0:30Expand QuoteFS noseslides do not count/are lame af if its out to fakie.[close]
FS or BS to fakie are both lame unless you’re landing in that direction specifically to setup for a switch or fakie trick.
Expand QuoteFS noseslides do not count/are lame af if its out to fakie.[close]
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteFS noseslides do not count/are lame af if its out to fakie.[close][close]
Note to self: I should not read this thread
I like them when people fully commit. Like go fast and put all your weight on your front foot and then you just let the board decide which way it wants to come out. It’s not the prettiest or most in control way to do them but it’s fun. So if someone else does it that way I’m stoked.Expand QuoteFS noseslides do not count/are lame af if its out to fakie.[close]
FS or BS to fakie are both lame unless you’re landing in that direction specifically to setup for a switch or fakie trick.
Might as well add the best example of all time 0:30Expand QuoteExpand QuoteFS noseslides do not count/are lame af if its out to fakie.[close]
FS or BS to fakie are both lame unless you’re landing in that direction specifically to setup for a switch or fakie trick.[close]
https://youtu.be/a-rK7eO4xBc
And a rare nice front nose fakie 1:37
https://youtu.be/r-bkrRGm4Bo
Expand QuoteFS noseslides do not count/are lame af if its out to fakie.[close]
FS or BS to fakie are both lame unless you’re landing in that direction specifically to setup for a switch or fakie trick.
I think the obsession with having 'street only' parts is wack. A skate part should be a representation of how you and/or your crew actually skate, and if that means chucking in a few skatepark tricks then that's fine. It'd be way cooler if the kids were just honest about how they skate instead of pretending they are super core and only skate real street when they're really just park rats 90% of the time.
Guy Mariano has bad style and probably should have stuck with crail..he hasn't had any clips since pretty sweet (11 years ago)Guy had great style pre-comeback. He still looks good when he's doing more basic stuff, I think the "bad style" stuff related to him comes from some horrific trick selection in the name of NBD's and innovation. Very few guys can be on the cutting edge of tech skating and also have it look amazing. Only MJ, Carroll, and Lucas really come to mind on that front once ledge dancing came into fashion. It's very hard to push skating forward on a technical level while still looking great doing it, and that's a debate that has raged since Hawk vs Hosoi.
Flay me, idc
Guy Mariano has bad style and probably should have stuck with crail..he hasn't had any clips since pretty sweet (11 years ago)
Flay me, idc
Guy Mariano has bad style and probably should have stuck with crail..he hasn't had any clips since pretty sweet (11 years ago)
Flay me, idc
FS noseslides do not count/are lame af if its out to fakie.
worble is corny as fuck and not a real company.
(these two things are not intrinsically linked, but they both apply to worble regardless)
worble is ... not a real company.
worble is corny as fuck and not a real company.
(these two things are not intrinsically linked, but they both apply to worble regardless)
worble is corny as fuck
yeah, i know defining a "real" brand is borderline useless nowadays and with the way the industry works now these distinctions get more and more blurred each day, but i feel like you gotta draw the line somewhereExpand QuoteExpand Quoteworble is ... not a real company.[close]
People here say shit like this all the time and don't understand what it means. What constitutes a "real" company? My only guess is that, since it doesn't resemble a skateboard company from the years for which one is nostalgic, that it's not "real".[close]
my major qualifier (which i genuinely think is fair) is national/international distribution. anyone can order a run of boards with their friend's names on them and set up a webstore, regardless if there's an actual demand for these boards, and now that we've shifted away from a skateshop economy, anyone in the country can theoretically order the board. does that make that person "pro"*? not necessarily, but at least when you see a run of boards in shops, you know there's likely actual demand for what this company is offering. someone bought that board, and they think it has enough merit that it'll sell. not only have i never seen a worble board in person, but my (admittedly brief) research indicates they're not even available on several major retailers, including CCS, skatepark of tampa, or tactics. so who's asking for these boards? what purpose does this company serve? was anyone on the team (besides cookie) hooked up before their friends started a brand and would they be hooked up if this brand didn't exist?
for the record, i don't think worble is the only "not a real" company out there, there are plenty of bullshit brands out there. worble's just a topic of conversation right now
*please, let's not throw the concept of "pro" into this conversation
have you ever heard of confirmation bias? might be worth reading up onExpand QuoteExpand Quoteyeah, i know defining a "real" brand is borderline useless nowadays and with the way the industry works now these distinctions get more and more blurred each day, but i feel like you gotta draw the line somewhereExpand QuoteExpand Quoteworble is ... not a real company.[close]
People here say shit like this all the time and don't understand what it means. What constitutes a "real" company? My only guess is that, since it doesn't resemble a skateboard company from the years for which one is nostalgic, that it's not "real".[close]
my major qualifier (which i genuinely think is fair) is national/international distribution. anyone can order a run of boards with their friend's names on them and set up a webstore, regardless if there's an actual demand for these boards, and now that we've shifted away from a skateshop economy, anyone in the country can theoretically order the board. does that make that person "pro"*? not necessarily, but at least when you see a run of boards in shops, you know there's likely actual demand for what this company is offering. someone bought that board, and they think it has enough merit that it'll sell. not only have i never seen a worble board in person, but my (admittedly brief) research indicates they're not even available on several major retailers, including CCS, skatepark of tampa, or tactics. so who's asking for these boards? what purpose does this company serve? was anyone on the team (besides cookie) hooked up before their friends started a brand and would they be hooked up if this brand didn't exist?
for the record, i don't think worble is the only "not a real" company out there, there are plenty of bullshit brands out there. worble's just a topic of conversation right now
*please, let's not throw the concept of "pro" into this conversation[close]
It sounds like you have a nebulous definition of what is and is not a "skateboard company" which you get to apply based on the vibes you get from them. That's fine, it actually confirms what I already believed, which is that most of this is rooted in nostalgia.[close]
Expand Quotehave you ever heard of confirmation bias? might be worth reading up onExpand QuoteExpand Quoteyeah, i know defining a "real" brand is borderline useless nowadays and with the way the industry works now these distinctions get more and more blurred each day, but i feel like you gotta draw the line somewhereExpand QuoteExpand Quoteworble is ... not a real company.[close]
People here say shit like this all the time and don't understand what it means. What constitutes a "real" company? My only guess is that, since it doesn't resemble a skateboard company from the years for which one is nostalgic, that it's not "real".[close]
my major qualifier (which i genuinely think is fair) is national/international distribution. anyone can order a run of boards with their friend's names on them and set up a webstore, regardless if there's an actual demand for these boards, and now that we've shifted away from a skateshop economy, anyone in the country can theoretically order the board. does that make that person "pro"*? not necessarily, but at least when you see a run of boards in shops, you know there's likely actual demand for what this company is offering. someone bought that board, and they think it has enough merit that it'll sell. not only have i never seen a worble board in person, but my (admittedly brief) research indicates they're not even available on several major retailers, including CCS, skatepark of tampa, or tactics. so who's asking for these boards? what purpose does this company serve? was anyone on the team (besides cookie) hooked up before their friends started a brand and would they be hooked up if this brand didn't exist?
for the record, i don't think worble is the only "not a real" company out there, there are plenty of bullshit brands out there. worble's just a topic of conversation right now
*please, let's not throw the concept of "pro" into this conversation[close]
It sounds like you have a nebulous definition of what is and is not a "skateboard company" which you get to apply based on the vibes you get from them. That's fine, it actually confirms what I already believed, which is that most of this is rooted in nostalgia.[close][close]
[spends three paragraphs repeating my point back to me]
"Yeah man have you heard of confirmation bias?"
real? I mean yea, technicallyExpand QuoteExpand Quotehave you ever heard of confirmation bias? might be worth reading up onExpand QuoteExpand Quoteyeah, i know defining a "real" brand is borderline useless nowadays and with the way the industry works now these distinctions get more and more blurred each day, but i feel like you gotta draw the line somewhereExpand QuoteExpand Quoteworble is ... not a real company.[close]
People here say shit like this all the time and don't understand what it means. What constitutes a "real" company? My only guess is that, since it doesn't resemble a skateboard company from the years for which one is nostalgic, that it's not "real".[close]
my major qualifier (which i genuinely think is fair) is national/international distribution. anyone can order a run of boards with their friend's names on them and set up a webstore, regardless if there's an actual demand for these boards, and now that we've shifted away from a skateshop economy, anyone in the country can theoretically order the board. does that make that person "pro"*? not necessarily, but at least when you see a run of boards in shops, you know there's likely actual demand for what this company is offering. someone bought that board, and they think it has enough merit that it'll sell. not only have i never seen a worble board in person, but my (admittedly brief) research indicates they're not even available on several major retailers, including CCS, skatepark of tampa, or tactics. so who's asking for these boards? what purpose does this company serve? was anyone on the team (besides cookie) hooked up before their friends started a brand and would they be hooked up if this brand didn't exist?
for the record, i don't think worble is the only "not a real" company out there, there are plenty of bullshit brands out there. worble's just a topic of conversation right now
*please, let's not throw the concept of "pro" into this conversation[close]
It sounds like you have a nebulous definition of what is and is not a "skateboard company" which you get to apply based on the vibes you get from them. That's fine, it actually confirms what I already believed, which is that most of this is rooted in nostalgia.[close][close]
[spends three paragraphs repeating my point back to me]
"Yeah man have you heard of confirmation bias?"[close]
legit? nah, not even close.
thrasher recognizes them as a legit company, no?
Expand Quotereal? I mean yea, technicallyExpand QuoteExpand Quotehave you ever heard of confirmation bias? might be worth reading up onExpand QuoteExpand Quoteyeah, i know defining a "real" brand is borderline useless nowadays and with the way the industry works now these distinctions get more and more blurred each day, but i feel like you gotta draw the line somewhereExpand QuoteExpand Quoteworble is ... not a real company.[close]
People here say shit like this all the time and don't understand what it means. What constitutes a "real" company? My only guess is that, since it doesn't resemble a skateboard company from the years for which one is nostalgic, that it's not "real".[close]
my major qualifier (which i genuinely think is fair) is national/international distribution. anyone can order a run of boards with their friend's names on them and set up a webstore, regardless if there's an actual demand for these boards, and now that we've shifted away from a skateshop economy, anyone in the country can theoretically order the board. does that make that person "pro"*? not necessarily, but at least when you see a run of boards in shops, you know there's likely actual demand for what this company is offering. someone bought that board, and they think it has enough merit that it'll sell. not only have i never seen a worble board in person, but my (admittedly brief) research indicates they're not even available on several major retailers, including CCS, skatepark of tampa, or tactics. so who's asking for these boards? what purpose does this company serve? was anyone on the team (besides cookie) hooked up before their friends started a brand and would they be hooked up if this brand didn't exist?
for the record, i don't think worble is the only "not a real" company out there, there are plenty of bullshit brands out there. worble's just a topic of conversation right now
*please, let's not throw the concept of "pro" into this conversation[close]
It sounds like you have a nebulous definition of what is and is not a "skateboard company" which you get to apply based on the vibes you get from them. That's fine, it actually confirms what I already believed, which is that most of this is rooted in nostalgia.[close][close]
[spends three paragraphs repeating my point back to me]
"Yeah man have you heard of confirmation bias?"[close]
legit? nah, not even close.[close]
A distinction without a difference.
Worble are like those nerdy group of theater/band/whatever kids from high school who really aren’t that bad but you definitely don’t want to hang out with them, but don’t have the heart to tell them so you feel bad because they’re actually really nice peopleI think this gets to why some people don’t like them - they’re not cool and they’re not trying to be. Skaters usually want to feel cool so it’s jarring to some old heads. I personally like them and would hang with them, but I have a soft spot for silliness.
Guy Mariano has bad style and probably should have stuck with crail..he hasn't had any clips since pretty sweet (11 years ago)
Flay me, idc
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteFS noseslides do not count/are lame af if its out to fakie.[close][close]
Note to self: I should not read this thread[close]
That one went a little too close to the bone
KB is wildly, wildly overrated, nothin’ special
Jah constantly does an excellent job of managing social media. For the amount of shenanigans & edm events he participates in, insta stories + posts squeaky clean. Certain sponsors love him for not showcasing the dirt. Lastly ,please someone make a styling thread for Jah’s first pic on his coachella photo dump on insta.
The whole Cobra Man thing is take or leave, but its still sick how they recorded originals for "their own" video, regardless of the band itself
Expand QuoteThe whole Cobra Man thing is take or leave, but its still sick how they recorded originals for "their own" video, regardless of the band itself[close]
The fact that the produced a wholly conceived skate video in the way that they did is something I consider to be laudable and incredible. No one puts that much energy and effort into the production, and you can accuse them of trying to use it to mask weak skating.
Actively disliking Worble seems like a forced cool guy take.
Feel the same way with FrogExpand QuoteActively disliking Worble seems like a forced cool guy take.[close]
Feel the same way with FrogExpand QuoteExpand QuoteActively disliking Worble seems like a forced cool guy take.[close][close]
Expand QuoteFeel the same way with FrogExpand QuoteExpand QuoteActively disliking Worble seems like a forced cool guy take.[close][close][close]
I've seen plenty of cool guys wearing or riding frog gear in socal
I´m gonna start liking Worble now.
I would ride a primitive board with a fucking dragonball z character on it before a rode a frog/worble deck.
I would ride a primitive board with a fucking dragonball z character on it before a rode a frog/worble deck.
Expand QuoteThe whole Cobra Man thing is take or leave, but its still sick how they recorded originals for "their own" video, regardless of the band itself[close]
The fact that the produced a wholly conceived skate video in the way that they did is something I consider to be laudable and incredible. No one puts that much energy and effort into the production, and you can accuse them of trying to use it to mask weak skating.
Expand QuoteI would ride a primitive board with a fucking dragonball z character on it before a rode a frog/worble deck.[close]
I think that says more about you than those brands.
We get it no fun in skateboarding allowed, go rewatch define.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI would ride a primitive board with a fucking dragonball z character on it before a rode a frog/worble deck.[close]
I think that says more about you than those brands.[close]
Think what you want but if you want to go that direction, then yea i def prefer these skateboarders
https://primitiveskate.com/pages/team
vs
https://frogskateboards.com/pages/team
worble didnt have a team page, but cookie is the only dude that i could give a shit about on that team.
Hell, you could cut primitives team in half and I would still care more about them than frog/worble combined.
Expand QuoteI would ride a primitive board with a fucking dragonball z character on it before a rode a frog/worble deck.[close]
Careful now, don't want to tarnish yourstreetvert cred
We get it no fun in skateboarding allowed, go rewatch define.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThe whole Cobra Man thing is take or leave, but its still sick how they recorded originals for "their own" video, regardless of the band itself[close]
The fact that the produced a wholly conceived skate video in the way that they did is something I consider to be laudable and incredible. No one puts that much energy and effort into the production, and you can accuse them of trying to use it to mask weak skating.[close]
If there's an argument they're using music to "mask weak skating" idk what to say. The tricks are on video, clear as day. I wouldn't say they're a super cutting edge team (Coulborn is pretty heavy), but their videos seem to be presented pretty honest. The music doesn't seem deceitful lol
"no one puts that much energy into production" I'm not sure what you're specifically referring to, the band's production or the video.... I know its Nine Club, but in the most recent drop w/ Heyl and Nikolai there's a full discussion about production in skate videos.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI would ride a primitive board with a fucking dragonball z character on it before a rode a frog/worble deck.[close]
I think that says more about you than those brands.[close]
Think what you want but if you want to go that direction, then yea i def prefer these skateboarders
https://primitiveskate.com/pages/team
vs
https://frogskateboards.com/pages/team
worble didnt have a team page, but cookie is the only dude that i could give a shit about on that team.
Hell, you could cut primitives team in half and I would still care more about them than frog/worble combined.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThe whole Cobra Man thing is take or leave, but its still sick how they recorded originals for "their own" video, regardless of the band itself[close]
The fact that the produced a wholly conceived skate video in the way that they did is something I consider to be laudable and incredible. No one puts that much energy and effort into the production, and you can accuse them of trying to use it to mask weak skating.[close]
If there's an argument they're using music to "mask weak skating" idk what to say. The tricks are on video, clear as day. I wouldn't say they're a super cutting edge team (Coulborn is pretty heavy), but their videos seem to be presented pretty honest. The music doesn't seem deceitful lol
"no one puts that much energy into production" I'm not sure what you're specifically referring to, the band's production or the video.... I know its Nine Club, but in the most recent drop w/ Heyl and Nikolai there's a full discussion about production in skate videos.[close]
Maybe it's because I said "can" when I meant to type "can't", but you clearly misunderstood the entirety of my post.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI would ride a primitive board with a fucking dragonball z character on it before a rode a frog/worble deck.[close]
I think that says more about you than those brands.[close]
Think what you want but if you want to go that direction, then yea i def prefer these skateboarders
https://primitiveskate.com/pages/team
vs
https://frogskateboards.com/pages/team
worble didnt have a team page, but cookie is the only dude that i could give a shit about on that team.
Hell, you could cut primitives team in half and I would still care more about them than frog/worble combined.[close]
I mean, its sort of apples and oranges tho. Everyone can have their preference, but this is an odd comparison. Primitive is like 10+ years old with well established pros everyone has known for years. They're obviously gonna have more notoriety, weight, and influence on your dollar than Worble or Frog who are a few years old and is mainly comprised of up-and-comers.
Comparing Primitive to Worble seems like a "punching below your weight" situation.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI would ride a primitive board with a fucking dragonball z character on it before a rode a frog/worble deck.[close]
I think that says more about you than those brands.[close]
Think what you want but if you want to go that direction, then yea i def prefer these skateboarders
https://primitiveskate.com/pages/team
vs
https://frogskateboards.com/pages/team
worble didnt have a team page, but cookie is the only dude that i could give a shit about on that team.
Hell, you could cut primitives team in half and I would still care more about them than frog/worble combined.[close]
I mean, its sort of apples and oranges tho. Everyone can have their preference, but this is an odd comparison. Primitive is like 10+ years old with well established pros everyone has known for years. They're obviously gonna have more notoriety, weight, and influence on your dollar than Worble or Frog who are a few years old and is mainly comprised of up-and-comers.
Comparing Primitive to Worble seems like a "punching below your weight" situation.[close]
This has got to be one of the softest things I've ever read on this site. "punching below your weight" hahaha, are you just trying to fabricate some vague injustice in order to validate your opinions?
The size of the brand couldn't have less to do with it.
I'd take quasi or alltimers over primitive any day, or even a shop deck for that matter lol.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThe whole Cobra Man thing is take or leave, but its still sick how they recorded originals for "their own" video, regardless of the band itself[close]
The fact that the produced a wholly conceived skate video in the way that they did is something I consider to be laudable and incredible. No one puts that much energy and effort into the production, and you can accuse them of trying to use it to mask weak skating.[close]
If there's an argument they're using music to "mask weak skating" idk what to say. The tricks are on video, clear as day. I wouldn't say they're a super cutting edge team (Coulborn is pretty heavy), but their videos seem to be presented pretty honest. The music doesn't seem deceitful lol
"no one puts that much energy into production" I'm not sure what you're specifically referring to, the band's production or the video.... I know its Nine Club, but in the most recent drop w/ Heyl and Nikolai there's a full discussion about production in skate videos.[close]
Maybe it's because I said "can" when I meant to type "can't", but you clearly misunderstood the entirety of my post.[close]
No I didn't, we're on the same page. The effort is commendable.
The can vs can't is pretty integral to how that last sentence reads. It made it seem like putting the effort in on the music was a kook move to overshadow the skating. Hence where my comments came from
I sincerely love Primitive decks and they're basically all I skate.
IpathCats is just too fuckin' cool for the rest of us and we should all bow down to our new deity.
Expand QuoteI sincerely love Primitive decks and they're basically all I skate.[close]
Are they good? Sincerely, been on a dlx setup for a decade now and never tried one
I like the dude, but “All Hail Cardiel” is corny and the song is straight cringe.Cool dude weird to idolize someone tho
I would ride a primitive board with a fucking dragonball z character on it before a rode a frog/worble deck.
Please god let this happenExpand QuoteI would ride a primitive board with a fucking dragonball z character on it before a rode a frog/worble deck.[close]
Frog/worble collab only instead of a skate edit it’s man ramps onlyfans videos
Mason Silva is a boring g I Joe
Mason Silva is a boring g I JoeI was listening to a Chandler Burton interview on The Vent this morning and he was talking about doing the Dime Glory Challenge in drag. The first person he ran into after leaving his hotel room in full drag was Mason. Chandler was super nervous but Mason was super stoked and supportive and that made Chandler feel like it would be cool to do it. Said Mason is a really good dude. So I got a new appreciation for Mason.
I was listening to a Chandler Burton interview on The Vent this morning and he was talking about doing the Dime Glory Challenge in drag. The first person he ran into after leaving his hotel room in full drag was Mason. Chandler was super nervous but Mason was super stoked and supportive and that made Chandler feel like it would be cool to do it. Said Mason is a really good dude. So I got a new appreciation for Mason.Expand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close]
Yeah my buddy (who is like 16) told me he met Mason Silva at a skatepark and he was super cool and nice to him. Which makes me think Mason Silva is EXTRA cool because my buddy is goofy as fuck and fangirls over pros so hard that he keeps a list on his phone of all the pros he's met (he showed me)
Yeah nice guys I was talking about his skating
Expand QuoteI was listening to a Chandler Burton interview on The Vent this morning and he was talking about doing the Dime Glory Challenge in drag. The first person he ran into after leaving his hotel room in full drag was Mason. Chandler was super nervous but Mason was super stoked and supportive and that made Chandler feel like it would be cool to do it. Said Mason is a really good dude. So I got a new appreciation for Mason.Expand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close][close]
Yeah he looks like a jock but in interviews and b-roll etc he always seems super nice.
pratt students should stick to skating cooper and leave real skating aloineU prolly went to Pratt
Mason Silva is a boring g I Joe
Yeah nice guys I was talking about his skatingCool
pratt students should stick to skating cooper and leave real skating aloine
pratt students should stick to skating cooper and leave real skating aloine
I think he should starve himself and grow his hair out and start smoking cigarettes and get a lot of tattoos - also a lot more caution armsExpand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close]
Why is he boring and what kind of skating excites you?
pratt students should stick to skating cooper and leave real skating aloineWhich Pratt student forked ur beesh?? ;D
It was me I pratted on her in the willoughby dormsWhich Pratt student forked ur beesh?? ;DExpand Quotepratt students should stick to skating cooper and leave real skating aloine[close]
But in all seriousness skating that’s excites me would be me when I pull up on u and whoop ur ass in skateI think he should starve himself and grow his hair out and start smoking cigarettes and get a lot of tattoos - also a lot more caution armsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close]
Why is he boring and what kind of skating excites you?[close]
But in all seriousness skating that’s excites me would be me when I pull up on u and whoop ur ass in skateExpand QuoteI think he should starve himself and grow his hair out and start smoking cigarettes and get a lot of tattoos - also a lot more caution armsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close]
Why is he boring and what kind of skating excites you?[close][close]
u live in nyc? im downExpand QuoteBut in all seriousness skating that’s excites me would be me when I pull up on u and whoop ur ass in skateExpand QuoteI think he should starve himself and grow his hair out and start smoking cigarettes and get a lot of tattoos - also a lot more caution armsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close]
Why is he boring and what kind of skating excites you?[close][close][close]
Lol let’s go brah! Challenge accepted!
u live in nyc? im downExpand QuoteExpand QuoteBut in all seriousness skating that’s excites me would be me when I pull up on u and whoop ur ass in skateExpand QuoteI think he should starve himself and grow his hair out and start smoking cigarettes and get a lot of tattoos - also a lot more caution armsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close]
Why is he boring and what kind of skating excites you?[close][close][close]
Lol let’s go brah! Challenge accepted![close]
Which Pratt student forked ur beesh?? ;DExpand Quotepratt students should stick to skating cooper and leave real skating aloine[close]
IghtExpand Quoteu live in nyc? im downExpand QuoteExpand QuoteBut in all seriousness skating that’s excites me would be me when I pull up on u and whoop ur ass in skateExpand QuoteI think he should starve himself and grow his hair out and start smoking cigarettes and get a lot of tattoos - also a lot more caution armsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close]
Why is he boring and what kind of skating excites you?[close][close][close]
Lol let’s go brah! Challenge accepted![close][close]
Unfortunately no, I’m about 4 hours away via train. Amtrak is expensive tho. If I’m in NYC in the near future, you’re on!
IghtExpand QuoteExpand Quoteu live in nyc? im downExpand QuoteExpand QuoteBut in all seriousness skating that’s excites me would be me when I pull up on u and whoop ur ass in skateExpand QuoteI think he should starve himself and grow his hair out and start smoking cigarettes and get a lot of tattoos - also a lot more caution armsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close]
Why is he boring and what kind of skating excites you?[close][close][close]
Lol let’s go brah! Challenge accepted![close][close]
Unfortunately no, I’m about 4 hours away via train. Amtrak is expensive tho. If I’m in NYC in the near future, you’re on![close]
Im inExpand QuoteIghtExpand QuoteExpand Quoteu live in nyc? im downExpand QuoteExpand QuoteBut in all seriousness skating that’s excites me would be me when I pull up on u and whoop ur ass in skateExpand QuoteI think he should starve himself and grow his hair out and start smoking cigarettes and get a lot of tattoos - also a lot more caution armsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close]
Why is he boring and what kind of skating excites you?[close][close][close]
Lol let’s go brah! Challenge accepted![close][close]
Unfortunately no, I’m about 4 hours away via train. Amtrak is expensive tho. If I’m in NYC in the near future, you’re on![close][close]
All of versacekid’s Go Fund Me money should go into getting you two together and film it for everyone’s enjoyment.
Expand QuoteIghtExpand QuoteExpand Quoteu live in nyc? im downExpand QuoteExpand QuoteBut in all seriousness skating that’s excites me would be me when I pull up on u and whoop ur ass in skateExpand QuoteI think he should starve himself and grow his hair out and start smoking cigarettes and get a lot of tattoos - also a lot more caution armsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close]
Why is he boring and what kind of skating excites you?[close][close][close]
Lol let’s go brah! Challenge accepted![close][close]
Unfortunately no, I’m about 4 hours away via train. Amtrak is expensive tho. If I’m in NYC in the near future, you’re on![close][close]
All of versacekid’s Go Fund Me money should go into getting you two together and film it for everyone’s enjoyment.
Hahaa but I mean it honestly could be better then alot of the stuff they make these daysExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIghtExpand QuoteExpand Quoteu live in nyc? im downExpand QuoteExpand QuoteBut in all seriousness skating that’s excites me would be me when I pull up on u and whoop ur ass in skateExpand QuoteI think he should starve himself and grow his hair out and start smoking cigarettes and get a lot of tattoos - also a lot more caution armsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close]
Why is he boring and what kind of skating excites you?[close][close][close]
Lol let’s go brah! Challenge accepted![close][close]
Unfortunately no, I’m about 4 hours away via train. Amtrak is expensive tho. If I’m in NYC in the near future, you’re on![close][close]
All of versacekid’s Go Fund Me money should go into getting you two together and film it for everyone’s enjoyment.[close]
“Uh yeah, jenkem, I got something I think you’re gonna need to see…”
Hahaa but I mean it honestly could be better then alot of the stuff they make these daysExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIghtExpand QuoteExpand Quoteu live in nyc? im downExpand QuoteExpand QuoteBut in all seriousness skating that’s excites me would be me when I pull up on u and whoop ur ass in skateExpand QuoteI think he should starve himself and grow his hair out and start smoking cigarettes and get a lot of tattoos - also a lot more caution armsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close]
Why is he boring and what kind of skating excites you?[close][close][close]
Lol let’s go brah! Challenge accepted![close][close]
Unfortunately no, I’m about 4 hours away via train. Amtrak is expensive tho. If I’m in NYC in the near future, you’re on![close][close]
All of versacekid’s Go Fund Me money should go into getting you two together and film it for everyone’s enjoyment.[close]
“Uh yeah, jenkem, I got something I think you’re gonna need to see…”[close]
Expand QuoteHahaa but I mean it honestly could be better then alot of the stuff they make these daysExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIghtExpand QuoteExpand Quoteu live in nyc? im downExpand QuoteExpand QuoteBut in all seriousness skating that’s excites me would be me when I pull up on u and whoop ur ass in skateExpand QuoteI think he should starve himself and grow his hair out and start smoking cigarettes and get a lot of tattoos - also a lot more caution armsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close]
Why is he boring and what kind of skating excites you?[close][close][close]
Lol let’s go brah! Challenge accepted![close][close]
Unfortunately no, I’m about 4 hours away via train. Amtrak is expensive tho. If I’m in NYC in the near future, you’re on![close][close]
All of versacekid’s Go Fund Me money should go into getting you two together and film it for everyone’s enjoyment.[close]
“Uh yeah, jenkem, I got something I think you’re gonna need to see…”[close][close]
Yooo I'm 1000% down!!!
Where is the best flatground in Manhattan??
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHahaa but I mean it honestly could be better then alot of the stuff they make these daysExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIghtExpand QuoteExpand Quoteu live in nyc? im downExpand QuoteExpand QuoteBut in all seriousness skating that’s excites me would be me when I pull up on u and whoop ur ass in skateExpand QuoteI think he should starve himself and grow his hair out and start smoking cigarettes and get a lot of tattoos - also a lot more caution armsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMason Silva is a boring g I Joe[close]
Why is he boring and what kind of skating excites you?[close][close][close]
Lol let’s go brah! Challenge accepted![close][close]
Unfortunately no, I’m about 4 hours away via train. Amtrak is expensive tho. If I’m in NYC in the near future, you’re on![close][close]
All of versacekid’s Go Fund Me money should go into getting you two together and film it for everyone’s enjoyment.[close]
“Uh yeah, jenkem, I got something I think you’re gonna need to see…”[close][close]
Yooo I'm 1000% down!!!
Where is the best flatground in Manhattan??[close]
Idk bout best flat ground - I’d chose a basket ball court tho - maybe the courts at Columbus park in China town? We could also go scenic and do it at flushing meadows in queens - all hypothetical
I wish wearing a helmet was more accepted in skateboarding. Not necessarily celebrated, or seen as "cool", just accepted. I've whacked my head a couple times and there's nothing romantic about it.I started wearing one a couple months ago bc my wife was really pushing me to get one, I barely notice it anymore. I also came to the realization that my 12 year old self thought wearing a helmet was lame, and why the fuck would I defer to a teenager's opinion on anything?
Oh here we go…..hotter take…,no one cares whether or not anyone is wearing a helmet….except people who wear helmets….
Oh here we go…..hotter take…,no one cares whether or not anyone is wearing a helmet….except people who wear helmets….
Not that I’m happy about it but Aaron Kyro got more people into skateboarding than Tony Hawk
Expand QuoteNot that I’m happy about it but Aaron Kyro got more people into skateboarding than Tony Hawk[close]
Source?
Oh here we go…..hotter take…,no one cares whether or not anyone is wearing a helmet….except people who wear helmets….Not sure if you are being willfully ignorant but I've seen legit vitriol spewed on here about helmet footage. Don't act like it's not a taboo thing in skateboarding, come on now.
Not sure if you are being willfully ignorant but I've seen legit vitriol spewed on here about helmet footage. Don't act like it's not a taboo thing in skateboarding, come on now.Expand QuoteOh here we go…..hotter take…,no one cares whether or not anyone is wearing a helmet….except people who wear helmets….[close]
Expand QuoteNot sure if you are being willfully ignorant but I've seen legit vitriol spewed on here about helmet footage. Don't act like it's not a taboo thing in skateboarding, come on now.Expand QuoteOh here we go…..hotter take…,no one cares whether or not anyone is wearing a helmet….except people who wear helmets….[close][close]
Footage is a slightly different story. But opinions come from all angles in skating. I feel like if you are just out skating and wearing a helmet, no one will care. If anything, wearing a helmet if you’re as clumsy as I can be is just being more self aware. If you’re pursuing any level of skating beyond recreational and you’re bummed for getting hate on your helmet, you probably shouldn’t be sharing your footy so widely.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteNot sure if you are being willfully ignorant but I've seen legit vitriol spewed on here about helmet footage. Don't act like it's not a taboo thing in skateboarding, come on now.Expand QuoteOh here we go…..hotter take…,no one cares whether or not anyone is wearing a helmet….except people who wear helmets….[close][close]
Footage is a slightly different story. But opinions come from all angles in skating. I feel like if you are just out skating and wearing a helmet, no one will care. If anything, wearing a helmet if you’re as clumsy as I can be is just being more self aware. If you’re pursuing any level of skating beyond recreational and you’re bummed for getting hate on your helmet, you probably shouldn’t be sharing your footy so widely.[close]
So we've come full circle then, from "no one cares if you wear a helmet what are you 12" to "don't share footage if you are wearing a helmet". Which is the point I'm trying to make, it's frowned upon, please quit pretending it's not lol.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteNot sure if you are being willfully ignorant but I've seen legit vitriol spewed on here about helmet footage. Don't act like it's not a taboo thing in skateboarding, come on now.Expand QuoteOh here we go…..hotter take…,no one cares whether or not anyone is wearing a helmet….except people who wear helmets….[close][close]
Footage is a slightly different story. But opinions come from all angles in skating. I feel like if you are just out skating and wearing a helmet, no one will care. If anything, wearing a helmet if you’re as clumsy as I can be is just being more self aware. If you’re pursuing any level of skating beyond recreational and you’re bummed for getting hate on your helmet, you probably shouldn’t be sharing your footy so widely.[close]
So we've come full circle then, from "no one cares if you wear a helmet what are you 12" to "don't share footage if you are wearing a helmet". Which is the point I'm trying to make, it's frowned upon, please quit pretending it's not lol.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteNot sure if you are being willfully ignorant but I've seen legit vitriol spewed on here about helmet footage. Don't act like it's not a taboo thing in skateboarding, come on now.Expand QuoteOh here we go…..hotter take…,no one cares whether or not anyone is wearing a helmet….except people who wear helmets….[close][close]
Footage is a slightly different story. But opinions come from all angles in skating. I feel like if you are just out skating and wearing a helmet, no one will care. If anything, wearing a helmet if you’re as clumsy as I can be is just being more self aware. If you’re pursuing any level of skating beyond recreational and you’re bummed for getting hate on your helmet, you probably shouldn’t be sharing your footy so widely.[close]
So we've come full circle then, from "no one cares if you wear a helmet what are you 12" to "don't share footage if you are wearing a helmet". Which is the point I'm trying to make, it's frowned upon, please quit pretending it's not lol.[close]
To be fair, many people on here unironically say a skater's footage is unwatchable if their pants aren't the right amount of baggy. They don't just hate on helmets, they hate on literally everything that doesn't perfectly align with their own preferences. I wouldn't think twice about what else those people frown upon.
Do you get hate in real life for wearing a helmet? If so, I'm sorry that's happening to you. I seriously doubt anyone would even comment on the helmet if you posted a clip in the "post you skating" thread. Pals are quite welcoming there.
It’s not fair that && has to carry the weight of the world on his sweaty shoulders…….
helmets are mostly unnecessary except maybe for vert and that Dolores hillbomb. people are all the time crashing head on that jawn. heavyhitters like Phelps even as well as no name old farts who almost took a board to the head while rolling.
carnage asada.
Expand QuoteOh here we go…..hotter take…,no one cares whether or not anyone is wearing a helmet….except people who wear helmets….[close]
This right here. I wear a helmet and no one but me ever even brings it up.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteOh here we go…..hotter take…,no one cares whether or not anyone is wearing a helmet….except people who wear helmets….[close]
This right here. I wear a helmet and no one but me ever even brings it up.[close]
NERD ALERT
If sls is anything to go by (let's just pretend it is) the wrist guard will be completely normal by the end of the year. Then it's just time before the helmet follows.
I'm not saying it's wack at all. I actually had an absolutely fucked scaphoid that took years to heal if there were wrist guards like they have today available 15 years ago I'd prob have been wearing themExpand QuoteIf sls is anything to go by (let's just pretend it is) the wrist guard will be completely normal by the end of the year. Then it's just time before the helmet follows.[close]
Hey man, I back wrist guards as long as they’re not in video parts
having a broken scaphoid is fuckin terrible & you need your hands a lot for braking your fall for stairs/drops
If a pro hasn’t ever broken/fractured that shit & are pre-emptively wearing it, I agree that’s wack
I'm not saying it's wack at all. I actually had an absolutely fucked scaphoid that took years to heal if there were wrist guards like they have today available 15 years ago I'd prob have been wearing themExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIf sls is anything to go by (let's just pretend it is) the wrist guard will be completely normal by the end of the year. Then it's just time before the helmet follows.[close]
Hey man, I back wrist guards as long as they’re not in video parts
having a broken scaphoid is fuckin terrible & you need your hands a lot for braking your fall for stairs/drops
If a pro hasn’t ever broken/fractured that shit & are pre-emptively wearing it, I agree that’s wack[close]
Counter unpopular opinion: new balance has the best shoe logo in all of skateboarding. Not even saying it's good but literally every other logo that's on the side of a skate shoe is worse. The vans stripe is kinda okish but everything else is equal to the cariuma logo
Ugly ahh neo nazi ahh shoesExpand QuoteCounter unpopular opinion: new balance has the best shoe logo in all of skateboarding. Not even saying it's good but literally every other logo that's on the side of a skate shoe is worse. The vans stripe is kinda okish but everything else is equal to the cariuma logo[close]
swoosh looks infinitely better than the N
No one looks good skating in New Balance shoes.
No one looks good skating in New Balance shoes.
this shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy
this shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy
Expand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate
Expand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
This makes sense and I'll try to remember to avoid its usage in the future. Thanks for pointing it out.
Expand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate
Expand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
Imagine telling a female to grow a pair when they're scared to commit to a trick
Being generally more positive is probably best the way to get this point across - "you got this" "just commit" "send it" (if you're that kind of person) "stick it" etc...
Still probably gonna call myself a pussy if I'm afraid of trying a trick tho. I rarely ever say that *to* anyone
I’m hot u not
Expand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
This makes sense and I'll try to remember to avoid its usage in the future. Thanks for pointing it out.[close]
thanks so much, I genuinely mean it. this has been on my mind bc I was at the park last week and was standing near a local guy that I am decently acquainted with, and he said to his friend "I'll try to not pussy out" or something like that. It bothered me more than I thought.Expand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
this was mainly a joke alternative, but it actually is accurate the more I think about it.
the main derogatory use of the word "pussy" refers to a man who is not sufficiently masculine, therefore associating him with being weak or cowardly via comparison to female genitalia. it's inherently derogatory to women. you could say that the phrase "grow a pair [of balls]" could refer to that same concept - not being masculine enough because his testicles are nonexistent/growing/not large.
any jab at genitalia or anatomy or bodily characteristics is not cool, I agree. and very silly.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
Imagine telling a female to grow a pair when they're scared to commit to a trick
Being generally more positive is probably best the way to get this point across - "you got this" "just commit" "send it" (if you're that kind of person) "stick it" etc...
Still probably gonna call myself a pussy if I'm afraid of trying a trick tho. I rarely ever say that *to* anyone[close]
absolutely agree. I can't imagine degrading any fellow skater in hopes of pumping them up, when there are so many great alternatives like the ones you've mentioned! totally fine to have whatever inner dialogue going on up there, just not out loud. I think it's nice to "read the room", so to speak, at skateparks nowadays and adjust behavior accordingly. I am admittedly pretty bad about this because I can't seem to stop cursing around kids.
The person I'm dating isn't into the word pussy. Suggestions?Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
This makes sense and I'll try to remember to avoid its usage in the future. Thanks for pointing it out.[close]
thanks so much, I genuinely mean it. this has been on my mind bc I was at the park last week and was standing near a local guy that I am decently acquainted with, and he said to his friend "I'll try to not pussy out" or something like that. It bothered me more than I thought.Expand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
this was mainly a joke alternative, but it actually is accurate the more I think about it.
the main derogatory use of the word "pussy" refers to a man who is not sufficiently masculine, therefore associating him with being weak or cowardly via comparison to female genitalia. it's inherently derogatory to women. you could say that the phrase "grow a pair [of balls]" could refer to that same concept - not being masculine enough because his testicles are nonexistent/growing/not large.
any jab at genitalia or anatomy or bodily characteristics is not cool, I agree. and very silly.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
Imagine telling a female to grow a pair when they're scared to commit to a trick
Being generally more positive is probably best the way to get this point across - "you got this" "just commit" "send it" (if you're that kind of person) "stick it" etc...
Still probably gonna call myself a pussy if I'm afraid of trying a trick tho. I rarely ever say that *to* anyone[close]
absolutely agree. I can't imagine degrading any fellow skater in hopes of pumping them up, when there are so many great alternatives like the ones you've mentioned! totally fine to have whatever inner dialogue going on up there, just not out loud. I think it's nice to "read the room", so to speak, at skateparks nowadays and adjust behavior accordingly. I am admittedly pretty bad about this because I can't seem to stop cursing around kids.[close]
Your post is interesting in concept but it's one sided. You should have included that women should stop calling men dicks if your main premise is genitalia should not be used as a personality descriptor. Or do you think one is more acceptable than the other? That could be an interesting discussion.
Sincerely, someone with a dick.
BombacloutThe person I'm dating isn't into the word pussy. Suggestions?Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
This makes sense and I'll try to remember to avoid its usage in the future. Thanks for pointing it out.[close]
thanks so much, I genuinely mean it. this has been on my mind bc I was at the park last week and was standing near a local guy that I am decently acquainted with, and he said to his friend "I'll try to not pussy out" or something like that. It bothered me more than I thought.Expand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
this was mainly a joke alternative, but it actually is accurate the more I think about it.
the main derogatory use of the word "pussy" refers to a man who is not sufficiently masculine, therefore associating him with being weak or cowardly via comparison to female genitalia. it's inherently derogatory to women. you could say that the phrase "grow a pair [of balls]" could refer to that same concept - not being masculine enough because his testicles are nonexistent/growing/not large.
any jab at genitalia or anatomy or bodily characteristics is not cool, I agree. and very silly.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
Imagine telling a female to grow a pair when they're scared to commit to a trick
Being generally more positive is probably best the way to get this point across - "you got this" "just commit" "send it" (if you're that kind of person) "stick it" etc...
Still probably gonna call myself a pussy if I'm afraid of trying a trick tho. I rarely ever say that *to* anyone[close]
absolutely agree. I can't imagine degrading any fellow skater in hopes of pumping them up, when there are so many great alternatives like the ones you've mentioned! totally fine to have whatever inner dialogue going on up there, just not out loud. I think it's nice to "read the room", so to speak, at skateparks nowadays and adjust behavior accordingly. I am admittedly pretty bad about this because I can't seem to stop cursing around kids.[close]
Your post is interesting in concept but it's one sided. You should have included that women should stop calling men dicks if your main premise is genitalia should not be used as a personality descriptor. Or do you think one is more acceptable than the other? That could be an interesting discussion.
Sincerely, someone with a dick.[close]
Cunt, kitty, vagina, are not it.
I have no idea how to refer to their vagina in the bedroom and it's kind of hilarious.
"Do you want me to put it in your ass or....... uhhh.... ummmmmmmmm... uhhhh.... anal it is"
The person I'm dating isn't into the word pussy. Suggestions?Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
This makes sense and I'll try to remember to avoid its usage in the future. Thanks for pointing it out.[close]
thanks so much, I genuinely mean it. this has been on my mind bc I was at the park last week and was standing near a local guy that I am decently acquainted with, and he said to his friend "I'll try to not pussy out" or something like that. It bothered me more than I thought.Expand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
this was mainly a joke alternative, but it actually is accurate the more I think about it.
the main derogatory use of the word "pussy" refers to a man who is not sufficiently masculine, therefore associating him with being weak or cowardly via comparison to female genitalia. it's inherently derogatory to women. you could say that the phrase "grow a pair [of balls]" could refer to that same concept - not being masculine enough because his testicles are nonexistent/growing/not large.
any jab at genitalia or anatomy or bodily characteristics is not cool, I agree. and very silly.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
Imagine telling a female to grow a pair when they're scared to commit to a trick
Being generally more positive is probably best the way to get this point across - "you got this" "just commit" "send it" (if you're that kind of person) "stick it" etc...
Still probably gonna call myself a pussy if I'm afraid of trying a trick tho. I rarely ever say that *to* anyone[close]
absolutely agree. I can't imagine degrading any fellow skater in hopes of pumping them up, when there are so many great alternatives like the ones you've mentioned! totally fine to have whatever inner dialogue going on up there, just not out loud. I think it's nice to "read the room", so to speak, at skateparks nowadays and adjust behavior accordingly. I am admittedly pretty bad about this because I can't seem to stop cursing around kids.[close]
Your post is interesting in concept but it's one sided. You should have included that women should stop calling men dicks if your main premise is genitalia should not be used as a personality descriptor. Or do you think one is more acceptable than the other? That could be an interesting discussion.
Sincerely, someone with a dick.[close]
Cunt, kitty, vagina, are not it.
I have no idea how to refer to their vagina in the bedroom and it's kind of hilarious.
"Do you want me to put it in your ass or....... uhhh.... ummmmmmmmm... uhhhh.... anal it is"
Unpopular opinion - I do not give a single shit about the 2012-Tumblr “dick” and “pussy” shit and we should stop litigating these asinine semantic arguments.Pussy boi dont wan war
Mine prefers the batcave.Expand QuoteThe person I'm dating isn't into the word pussy. Suggestions?Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
This makes sense and I'll try to remember to avoid its usage in the future. Thanks for pointing it out.[close]
thanks so much, I genuinely mean it. this has been on my mind bc I was at the park last week and was standing near a local guy that I am decently acquainted with, and he said to his friend "I'll try to not pussy out" or something like that. It bothered me more than I thought.Expand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
this was mainly a joke alternative, but it actually is accurate the more I think about it.
the main derogatory use of the word "pussy" refers to a man who is not sufficiently masculine, therefore associating him with being weak or cowardly via comparison to female genitalia. it's inherently derogatory to women. you could say that the phrase "grow a pair [of balls]" could refer to that same concept - not being masculine enough because his testicles are nonexistent/growing/not large.
any jab at genitalia or anatomy or bodily characteristics is not cool, I agree. and very silly.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
Imagine telling a female to grow a pair when they're scared to commit to a trick
Being generally more positive is probably best the way to get this point across - "you got this" "just commit" "send it" (if you're that kind of person) "stick it" etc...
Still probably gonna call myself a pussy if I'm afraid of trying a trick tho. I rarely ever say that *to* anyone[close]
absolutely agree. I can't imagine degrading any fellow skater in hopes of pumping them up, when there are so many great alternatives like the ones you've mentioned! totally fine to have whatever inner dialogue going on up there, just not out loud. I think it's nice to "read the room", so to speak, at skateparks nowadays and adjust behavior accordingly. I am admittedly pretty bad about this because I can't seem to stop cursing around kids.[close]
Your post is interesting in concept but it's one sided. You should have included that women should stop calling men dicks if your main premise is genitalia should not be used as a personality descriptor. Or do you think one is more acceptable than the other? That could be an interesting discussion.
Sincerely, someone with a dick.[close]
Cunt, kitty, vagina, are not it.
I have no idea how to refer to their vagina in the bedroom and it's kind of hilarious.
"Do you want me to put it in your ass or....... uhhh.... ummmmmmmmm... uhhhh.... anal it is"[close]
My lady prefers either ‘the hatchet wound’ or ‘the snake trap’
https://simplysociology.com/patriarchal-society-feminism-definition.htmlExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
This makes sense and I'll try to remember to avoid its usage in the future. Thanks for pointing it out.[close]
thanks so much, I genuinely mean it. this has been on my mind bc I was at the park last week and was standing near a local guy that I am decently acquainted with, and he said to his friend "I'll try to not pussy out" or something like that. It bothered me more than I thought.Expand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
this was mainly a joke alternative, but it actually is accurate the more I think about it.
the main derogatory use of the word "pussy" refers to a man who is not sufficiently masculine, therefore associating him with being weak or cowardly via comparison to female genitalia. it's inherently derogatory to women. you could say that the phrase "grow a pair [of balls]" could refer to that same concept - not being masculine enough because his testicles are nonexistent/growing/not large.
any jab at genitalia or anatomy or bodily characteristics is not cool, I agree. and very silly.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
Imagine telling a female to grow a pair when they're scared to commit to a trick
Being generally more positive is probably best the way to get this point across - "you got this" "just commit" "send it" (if you're that kind of person) "stick it" etc...
Still probably gonna call myself a pussy if I'm afraid of trying a trick tho. I rarely ever say that *to* anyone[close]
absolutely agree. I can't imagine degrading any fellow skater in hopes of pumping them up, when there are so many great alternatives like the ones you've mentioned! totally fine to have whatever inner dialogue going on up there, just not out loud. I think it's nice to "read the room", so to speak, at skateparks nowadays and adjust behavior accordingly. I am admittedly pretty bad about this because I can't seem to stop cursing around kids.[close]
Your post is interesting in concept but it's one sided. You should have included that women should stop calling men dicks if your main premise is genitalia should not be used as a personality descriptor. Or do you think one is more acceptable than the other? That could be an interesting discussion.
Sincerely, someone with a dick.
Just start calling anal “fakie,” and vaginal “regular.” Although unintentionally heteronormative, it effectively distinguishes the front and rear butts.fixed that for you
fixed that for youExpand QuoteJust start calling anal “fakie,” and vaginal “regular.” Although unintentionally heteronormative, it effectively distinguishes the front and rear butts.[close]
pegging?Expand Quotefixed that for youExpand QuoteJust start calling anal “fakie,” and vaginal “regular.” Although unintentionally heteronormative, it effectively distinguishes the front and rear butts.[close][close]
I figured fakie involved oral, but alright. What’s switch then?
Bahahahaha, that’s what I was thinking, too. Agreed.pegging?Expand QuoteExpand Quotefixed that for youExpand QuoteJust start calling anal “fakie,” and vaginal “regular.” Although unintentionally heteronormative, it effectively distinguishes the front and rear butts.[close][close]
I figured fakie involved oral, but alright. What’s switch then?[close]
If we're using skate terminology, I'm definitely going to call anal "frontside indy" like the perverted deviant I am.Bahahahaha, that’s what I was thinking, too. Agreed.Expand Quotepegging?Expand QuoteExpand Quotefixed that for youExpand QuoteJust start calling anal “fakie,” and vaginal “regular.” Although unintentionally heteronormative, it effectively distinguishes the front and rear butts.[close][close]
I figured fakie involved oral, but alright. What’s switch then?[close][close]
https://simplysociology.com/patriarchal-society-feminism-definition.htmlExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
This makes sense and I'll try to remember to avoid its usage in the future. Thanks for pointing it out.[close]
thanks so much, I genuinely mean it. this has been on my mind bc I was at the park last week and was standing near a local guy that I am decently acquainted with, and he said to his friend "I'll try to not pussy out" or something like that. It bothered me more than I thought.Expand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
this was mainly a joke alternative, but it actually is accurate the more I think about it.
the main derogatory use of the word "pussy" refers to a man who is not sufficiently masculine, therefore associating him with being weak or cowardly via comparison to female genitalia. it's inherently derogatory to women. you could say that the phrase "grow a pair [of balls]" could refer to that same concept - not being masculine enough because his testicles are nonexistent/growing/not large.
any jab at genitalia or anatomy or bodily characteristics is not cool, I agree. and very silly.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
Imagine telling a female to grow a pair when they're scared to commit to a trick
Being generally more positive is probably best the way to get this point across - "you got this" "just commit" "send it" (if you're that kind of person) "stick it" etc...
Still probably gonna call myself a pussy if I'm afraid of trying a trick tho. I rarely ever say that *to* anyone[close]
absolutely agree. I can't imagine degrading any fellow skater in hopes of pumping them up, when there are so many great alternatives like the ones you've mentioned! totally fine to have whatever inner dialogue going on up there, just not out loud. I think it's nice to "read the room", so to speak, at skateparks nowadays and adjust behavior accordingly. I am admittedly pretty bad about this because I can't seem to stop cursing around kids.[close]
Your post is interesting in concept but it's one sided. You should have included that women should stop calling men dicks if your main premise is genitalia should not be used as a personality descriptor. Or do you think one is more acceptable than the other? That could be an interesting discussion.
Sincerely, someone with a dick.[close]
Often times shortened to pyo͞osə hereExpand Quotehttps://simplysociology.com/patriarchal-society-feminism-definition.htmlExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
This makes sense and I'll try to remember to avoid its usage in the future. Thanks for pointing it out.[close]
thanks so much, I genuinely mean it. this has been on my mind bc I was at the park last week and was standing near a local guy that I am decently acquainted with, and he said to his friend "I'll try to not pussy out" or something like that. It bothered me more than I thought.Expand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
this was mainly a joke alternative, but it actually is accurate the more I think about it.
the main derogatory use of the word "pussy" refers to a man who is not sufficiently masculine, therefore associating him with being weak or cowardly via comparison to female genitalia. it's inherently derogatory to women. you could say that the phrase "grow a pair [of balls]" could refer to that same concept - not being masculine enough because his testicles are nonexistent/growing/not large.
any jab at genitalia or anatomy or bodily characteristics is not cool, I agree. and very silly.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
How does "grow a pair" make any more sense though? It's exactly as stupid and inaccurate[close]
Imagine telling a female to grow a pair when they're scared to commit to a trick
Being generally more positive is probably best the way to get this point across - "you got this" "just commit" "send it" (if you're that kind of person) "stick it" etc...
Still probably gonna call myself a pussy if I'm afraid of trying a trick tho. I rarely ever say that *to* anyone[close]
absolutely agree. I can't imagine degrading any fellow skater in hopes of pumping them up, when there are so many great alternatives like the ones you've mentioned! totally fine to have whatever inner dialogue going on up there, just not out loud. I think it's nice to "read the room", so to speak, at skateparks nowadays and adjust behavior accordingly. I am admittedly pretty bad about this because I can't seem to stop cursing around kids.[close]
Your post is interesting in concept but it's one sided. You should have included that women should stop calling men dicks if your main premise is genitalia should not be used as a personality descriptor. Or do you think one is more acceptable than the other? That could be an interesting discussion.
Sincerely, someone with a dick.[close][close]
I prefer the term pusillanimous.
Unpopular opinion - I do not give a single shit about the 2012-Tumblr “dick” and “pussy” shit and we should stop litigating these asinine semantic arguments.
Expand QuoteUnpopular opinion - I do not give a single shit about the 2012-Tumblr “dick” and “pussy” shit and we should stop litigating these asinine semantic arguments.[close]
I think this is way more popular than you realize.
I thought that was all taking place in the Mikey Taylor for City Council thread.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteUnpopular opinion - I do not give a single shit about the 2012-Tumblr “dick” and “pussy” shit and we should stop litigating these asinine semantic arguments.[close]
I think this is way more popular than you realize.[close]
I realize that it's super popular in the world at large, but Slap there seems to be a contingent of people who want to continue flogging this dead horse.
I thought that was all taking place in the Mikey Taylor for City Council thread.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteUnpopular opinion - I do not give a single shit about the 2012-Tumblr “dick” and “pussy” shit and we should stop litigating these asinine semantic arguments.[close]
I think this is way more popular than you realize.[close]
I realize that it's super popular in the world at large, but Slap there seems to be a contingent of people who want to continue flogging this dead horse.[close]
Sorry. I’ll show myself out.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteUnpopular opinion - I do not give a single shit about the 2012-Tumblr “dick” and “pussy” shit and we should stop litigating these asinine semantic arguments.[close]
I think this is way more popular than you realize.[close]
I realize that it's super popular in the world at large, but Slap there seems to be a contingent of people who want to continue flogging this dead horse.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteUnpopular opinion - I do not give a single shit about the 2012-Tumblr “dick” and “pussy” shit and we should stop litigating these asinine semantic arguments.[close]
I think this is way more popular than you realize.[close]
I realize that it's super popular in the world at large, but Slap there seems to be a contingent of people who want to continue flogging this dead horse.[close]
Too short and a lot of the bay area rappers used the word "cock" to describe vagina. Found that kind of jarring when I moved there.
this is the last engagement I'll provide because I tried to explain things pretty simply, but only 1 or 2 of you understood. it's disappointing.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteUnpopular opinion - I do not give a single shit about the 2012-Tumblr “dick” and “pussy” shit and we should stop litigating these asinine semantic arguments.[close]
I think this is way more popular than you realize.[close]
I realize that it's super popular in the world at large, but Slap there seems to be a contingent of people who want to continue flogging this dead horse.
this is the last engagement I'll provide because I tried to explain things pretty simply, but only 1 or 2 of you understood. it's disappointing.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteUnpopular opinion - I do not give a single shit about the 2012-Tumblr “dick” and “pussy” shit and we should stop litigating these asinine semantic arguments.[close]
I think this is way more popular than you realize.[close]
I realize that it's super popular in the world at large, but Slap there seems to be a contingent of people who want to continue flogging this dead horse.[close]
casual, culturally-enmeshed misogyny is not an asinine semantic argument LOL. it is not a dead horse to be flogged, either. jesus christ I feel sorry for the women in your lives. do better. if you can't understand that misogyny is wrong and completely rampant, you should feel great shame.
this is the last engagement I'll provide because I tried to explain things pretty simply, but only 1 or 2 of you understood. it's disappointing.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteUnpopular opinion - I do not give a single shit about the 2012-Tumblr “dick” and “pussy” shit and we should stop litigating these asinine semantic arguments.[close]
I think this is way more popular than you realize.[close]
I realize that it's super popular in the world at large, but Slap there seems to be a contingent of people who want to continue flogging this dead horse.[close]
casual, culturally-enmeshed misogyny is not an asinine semantic argument LOL. it is not a dead horse to be flogged, either. jesus christ I feel sorry for the women in your lives. do better. if you can't understand that misogyny is wrong and completely rampant, you should feel great shame.
Alright I'll say it. @caked you're a total pussy bro.
But everyone arguing with him is being a dickhead tbh.
And don't get me started on the rest of you assholes.
Expand QuoteAlright I'll say it. @caked you're a total pussy bro.
But everyone arguing with him is being a dickhead tbh.
And don't get me started on the rest of you assholes.[close]
Caked is a woman, fuck face.
Alright I'll say it. @caked you're a total pussy bro.
But everyone arguing with him is being a dickhead tbh.
And don't get me started on the rest of you assholes.
(https://frinkiac.com/video/S08E08/Vas-JfyQvXeXuY1dgHqvOAQglsg=.gif)
Expand QuoteAlright I'll say it. @caked you're a total pussy bro.
But everyone arguing with him is being a dickhead tbh.
And don't get me started on the rest of you assholes.
(https://frinkiac.com/video/S08E08/Vas-JfyQvXeXuY1dgHqvOAQglsg=.gif)[close]
I don't see how 'pussy' reflects negatively on women as a whole, and I don't think most people who use it colloquially think misogynistically when they refer to someone that way.
Interested to know who in this great debate is aware of unconscious bias and who is notGo back to Pratt dick
Go back to Pratt dickExpand QuoteInterested to know who in this great debate is aware of unconscious bias and who is not[close]
Interested to know who in this great debate is aware of unconscious bias and who is notI’m not aware of the biases I’m not aware of.
being a dick is the same thing as being an assholeExpand QuoteI don't see how 'pussy' reflects negatively on women as a whole, and I don't think most people who use it colloquially think misogynistically when they refer to someone that way.[close]
because pussy is synonymous with "weak", which leans towards gendered stereotypes that women are weaker than men.
If you call someone a dick, you aren't implying they are weak.
(note: this explanation doesn't mean I'm for or against. Don't get mad at me)
not here to argue - i had always thought "pussy" was sort of an extension of "scaredy cat" and not really about men or women/genitals.Don't think America did the pussy means cat thing (it actually started the other way around with cats being called pussies) Think they just skipped over that and went straight to it meaning vagina
i don't call people pussies anymore - i haven't since i was a child - because i try not to insult people and am aware of the misogynist take, but yeah i never thought i was calling someone unmasculine or feminine. i thought i was calling them a "scaredy cat" of sorts.
I’m not aware of the biases I’m not aware of.Expand QuoteInterested to know who in this great debate is aware of unconscious bias and who is not[close]
I just want skateboard man jump big ramp. Jump big jump.
I’ve never liked calling people pussy so I say weenie, which seems ironic.
That feels almost too personal. “You’re a coward if you don’t push faster!” How about “chicken”? I like that one too.Expand QuoteI’ve never liked calling people pussy so I say weenie, which seems ironic.[close]
Don't sleep on "coward".
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People who think they’re above putting ketchup on a hotdog are fucking INSUFFERABLE
Expand QuotePeople who think they’re above putting ketchup on a hotdog are fucking INSUFFERABLE[close]
Agreed. They can fuck right off and fast.
People who think they’re above putting ketchup on a hotdog are fucking INSUFFERABLE
(https://i.pinimg.com/736x/c9/81/eb/c981eb8284a261790f1fa79aad4c0399--john-bender-tv-quotes.jpg)
Is this a thing?Expand QuoteExpand QuotePeople who think they’re above putting ketchup on a hotdog are fucking INSUFFERABLE[close]
Agreed. They can fuck right off and fast.[close]
What about ketchup on pizza?
Is this a thing?Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePeople who think they’re above putting ketchup on a hotdog are fucking INSUFFERABLE[close]
Agreed. They can fuck right off and fast.[close]
What about ketchup on pizza?[close]
Expand QuoteIs this a thing?Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuotePeople who think they’re above putting ketchup on a hotdog are fucking INSUFFERABLE[close]
Agreed. They can fuck right off and fast.[close]
What about ketchup on pizza?[close][close]
It’s quite normal in loads of places but have had friends from the U.S. stunned by it
Wait’ll you hear how asians make spaghetti….l
Poor american people pizza = english muffin+tomato paste/ketchup blend+sugar+cheese
Expand QuotePoor american people pizza = english muffin+tomato paste/ketchup blend+sugar+cheese[close]
Get out of here with your expensive (and disgusting) english muffins. One of the worst foods ever.
t funk is sickHahahaha
t funk is sickis this really an unpopular opinion? i thought, while undeniably being a lil fuckhead, everyone here liked him
Expand QuotePoor american people pizza = english muffin+tomato paste/ketchup blend+sugar+cheese[close]
Get out of here with your expensive (and disgusting) english muffins. One of the worst foods ever.
t funk is sick
is this really an unpopular opinion? i thought, while undeniably being a lil fuckhead, everyone here liked himExpand Quotet funk is sick[close]
t funk should change his name to chadChad Funkhouser aka Chadfunk
speaking of girl: i would be totally fine never seeing simon bannerot skate again
Expand Quotespeaking of girl: i would be totally fine never seeing simon bannerot skate again[close]
Now there is an unpopular opinion.
Don’t film anything unless your outfit head to toe is at least $500.i also like suprem
i also like supremExpand QuoteDon’t film anything unless your outfit head to toe is at least $500.[close]
If you pretend you don’t like the smiths because of moz you’re untrustworthy
The Queen is Dead is the most overrated smiths album
Expand QuoteIf you pretend you don’t like the smiths because of moz you’re untrustworthy
The Queen is Dead is the most overrated smiths album[close]
Nothing Morrissey could ever going to make me dislike The Smiths.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you pretend you don’t like the smiths because of moz you’re untrustworthy
The Queen is Dead is the most overrated smiths album[close]
Nothing Morrissey could ever going to make me dislike The Smiths.[close]
Right? I have the same view with Oasis and Pink Floyd. They all have some wacky fucked views but goddamn their music is untouchable.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you pretend you don’t like the smiths because of moz you’re untrustworthy
The Queen is Dead is the most overrated smiths album[close]
Nothing Morrissey could ever going to make me dislike The Smiths.[close]
Right? I have the same view with Oasis and Pink Floyd. They all have some wacky fucked views but goddamn their music is untouchable.
The world would be a very boring place without Morrissey and the Gallagher brothers
Expand QuoteThe world would be a very boring place without Morrissey and the Gallagher brothers[close]
Guys I'm sorry but Oasis is total shit. Pink Floyd on the other hand rules and is legendary. But to me they are incomparable. Oasis is like whiny wannabe punks that play Coldplay music. Cannot stand it and have never understood the appeal. Fuck Oasis
Expand QuoteThe world would be a very boring place without Morrissey and the Gallagher brothers[close]
Guys I'm sorry but Oasis is total shit. Pink Floyd on the other hand rules and is legendary. But to me they are incomparable. Oasis is like whiny wannabe punks that play Coldplay music. Cannot stand it and have never understood the appeal. Fuck Oasis
The world would be a very boring place without Morrissey and the Gallagher brothers
If you pretend you don’t like the smiths because of moz you’re untrustworthyThe workaround is the acknowledgement that the genius of The Smiths is Johnny Marr. You don't have to even rank Moz.
The Queen is Dead is the most overrated smiths album
And Pink Floyd. Wouldn’t miss them either.Expand QuoteThe world would be a very boring place without Morrissey and the Gallagher brothers[close]
With both Morrissey and the Gallagher’s making some of the most boring music humanly possible I think we’d be just fine
Stephen Street produced that one and it's pretty likely those were Smiths songs in some sort of progress. I also rate the early singles right after that but the rest I can live without.The workaround is the acknowledgement that the genius of The Smiths is Johnny Marr. You don't have to even rank Moz.Expand QuoteIf you pretend you don’t like the smiths because of moz you’re untrustworthy
The Queen is Dead is the most overrated smiths album[close]
Morrisseys only good record is Viva Hate everything else is garbage.
Stephen Street produced that one and it's pretty likely those were Smiths songs in some sort of progress. I also rate the early singles right after that but the rest I can live without.Expand QuoteThe workaround is the acknowledgement that the genius of The Smiths is Johnny Marr. You don't have to even rank Moz.Expand QuoteIf you pretend you don’t like the smiths because of moz you’re untrustworthy
The Queen is Dead is the most overrated smiths album[close]
Morrisseys only good record is Viva Hate everything else is garbage.[close]
Pink Floyd is weird because there are basically 3 different people running the show, depending on the era. Roger Waters wrote the banger but his stuff gets kinda samey and he farts around getting to hook a lot. David Glimour turned hard into easy listening. Animals is the one I go back to all the time.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you pretend you don’t like the smiths because of moz you’re untrustworthy
The Queen is Dead is the most overrated smiths album[close]
Nothing Morrissey could ever going to make me dislike The Smiths.[close]
Right? I have the same view with Oasis and Pink Floyd. They all have some wacky fucked views but goddamn their music is untouchable.
Stephen Street produced that one and it's pretty likely those were Smiths songs in some sort of progress. I also rate the early singles right after that but the rest I can live without.Expand QuoteThe workaround is the acknowledgement that the genius of The Smiths is Johnny Marr. You don't have to even rank Moz.Expand QuoteIf you pretend you don’t like the smiths because of moz you’re untrustworthy
The Queen is Dead is the most overrated smiths album[close]
Morrisseys only good record is Viva Hate everything else is garbage.[close]
Pink Floyd is weird because there are basically 3 different people running the show, depending on the era. Roger Waters wrote the banger but his stuff gets kinda samey and he farts around getting to hook a lot. David Glimour turned hard into easy listening. Animals is the one I go back to all the time.
I hate the "wide board short wheelbase" trend. It's really hard to find an 8.5" deck with at least a 14.5" wheelbase in person for me, more so now with the DLX True Fit decks.
"just buy online!" For some reason I get super anxious when trying to buy stuff online; I'd rather buy in person.
I like Herman better than Penny, and I love to watch PennyPenny kind of reminds me of flava flave- he’s def an og and highly respectable but at the same time too much of a gimmicky character too be seen or taken seriously for me. Herman’s like snoop dogg - j as much of a character but seen more for his actual talents and efforts apose to an image.
Expand QuoteI hate the "wide board short wheelbase" trend. It's really hard to find an 8.5" deck with at least a 14.5" wheelbase in person for me, more so now with the DLX True Fit decks.
"just buy online!" For some reason I get super anxious when trying to buy stuff online; I'd rather buy in person.[close]
Seems more like a problem with you specific shop than skating as a whole. 8.5 x 14.5 is a pretty standard size. Maybe use tactics to see what boards are what size and go to the shop with that info. Or ask if you can order boards through them.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI hate the "wide board short wheelbase" trend. It's really hard to find an 8.5" deck with at least a 14.5" wheelbase in person for me, more so now with the DLX True Fit decks.
"just buy online!" For some reason I get super anxious when trying to buy stuff online; I'd rather buy in person.[close]
Seems more like a problem with you specific shop than skating as a whole. 8.5 x 14.5 is a pretty standard size. Maybe use tactics to see what boards are what size and go to the shop with that info. Or ask if you can order boards through them.[close]
I would say the same is true for me locally. The brands that shops stock like FA/Hockey, Sk8Mafia, Limo, PS Stix brands, some DLX brands, etc. all have shorter wheelbases leaving you with a few BBS generic shapes, Polar, and..... that's it really. All those brands either only or mostly have wheelbases of 14.25 or under.
I actually think the average BBS lay up the wheelbase is too big, especially if you are skating ventures or thunders….
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI hate the "wide board short wheelbase" trend. It's really hard to find an 8.5" deck with at least a 14.5" wheelbase in person for me, more so now with the DLX True Fit decks.
"just buy online!" For some reason I get super anxious when trying to buy stuff online; I'd rather buy in person.[close]
Seems more like a problem with you specific shop than skating as a whole. 8.5 x 14.5 is a pretty standard size. Maybe use tactics to see what boards are what size and go to the shop with that info. Or ask if you can order boards through them.[close]
I would say the same is true for me locally. The brands that shops stock like FA/Hockey, Sk8Mafia, Limo, PS Stix brands, some DLX brands, etc. all have shorter wheelbases leaving you with a few BBS generic shapes, Polar, and..... that's it really. All those brands either only or mostly have wheelbases of 14.25 or under.[close]
Quick and incomplete list of brands that do 8.5 x 14.5 - 14.75:
5boro
Baker
Birdhouse
Black label
Chocolate
Deathwish
Foundation
Frog
Girl
Hopes
Magenta
Passport
Picture show
Polar
Quasi
Real
Sci-Fi
Theories
There
Traffic
Welcome
Expand QuoteI actually think the average BBS lay up the wheelbase is too big, especially if you are skating ventures or thunders….[close]
You're probably right.
But being 6' 4" with a size 10 foot, finding boards with my preferred width and wheelbase is already hard enough.
So I can't tolerate this slander.
My unpopular opinion: We need more 8.38 wide boards with 14.75ish wheelbases.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI hate the "wide board short wheelbase" trend. It's really hard to find an 8.5" deck with at least a 14.5" wheelbase in person for me, more so now with the DLX True Fit decks.
"just buy online!" For some reason I get super anxious when trying to buy stuff online; I'd rather buy in person.[close]
Seems more like a problem with you specific shop than skating as a whole. 8.5 x 14.5 is a pretty standard size. Maybe use tactics to see what boards are what size and go to the shop with that info. Or ask if you can order boards through them.[close]
I would say the same is true for me locally. The brands that shops stock like FA/Hockey, Sk8Mafia, Limo, PS Stix brands, some DLX brands, etc. all have shorter wheelbases leaving you with a few BBS generic shapes, Polar, and..... that's it really. All those brands either only or mostly have wheelbases of 14.25 or under.[close]
Quick and incomplete list of brands that do 8.5 x 14.5 - 14.75:
5boro
Baker
Birdhouse
Black label
Chocolate
Deathwish
Foundation
Frog
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Yah and if you read what I wrote the brands I bolded above qualify as "generic BBS" since they share the same shapes. Quasi mostly does 14.25 in 8.5 and I said "locally" because my locals don't order their larger boards since they don't sell. My local also doesn't carry Traffic, Hopps, Welcome, Birdhouse, Black Label, 5boro, Magenta, or Theories. I forgot to list the Baker brands so good on that one. I don't think Crail does a popsicle in many drops that is over 14.44 (it's just 14.38 or lines up with that).
DLX does longer wheelbases, but rarely in 8.5. There has Chandler's shape and sometimes the full shapes so that gives you 1-2 decks to choose from.
I think the normal BBS lengths are fine. I've ridden the DLX 8.38x14.5 on Thunders and its great.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI actually think the average BBS lay up the wheelbase is too big, especially if you are skating ventures or thunders….[close]
You're probably right.
But being 6' 4" with a size 10 foot, finding boards with my preferred width and wheelbase is already hard enough.
So I can't tolerate this slander.
My unpopular opinion: We need more 8.38 wide boards with 14.75ish wheelbases.[close]
5’9 size 8…..both of us are unhappy…..it could be us….
8.38 is nice because for some reason they’re longer than 8.5. Or they usually are
8.38 is nice because for some reason they’re longer than 8.5. Or they usually are
If you think mason silva “skates like a jock” but you like westgate you’re nothing but a filthy filthy low rent hypocriteThis is oddly specific
Idk when we normalized white skaters calling their friend group “the homies” but it’s cringy every time
Expand QuoteIdk when we normalized white skaters calling their friend group “the homies” but it’s cringy every time[close]
I’d love to know what percentage of which racial admixture is acceptable to you before one can use the common term “homie”.
Expand QuoteIdk when we normalized white skaters calling their friend group “the homies” but it’s cringy every time[close]
I’d love to know what percentage of which racial admixture is acceptable to you before one can use the common term “homie”.
white skaters should call their friend group "my buddies"
I’d love to know what percentage of which racial admixture is acceptable to you before one can use the common term “homie”.0% yakubian
Silva looks like he kills avatarsso he’s na’vi then? that would make him one of the good guys
Westgate has spunk and attitude when he skates
Silva looks like he kills avatars and or middle easterners from helicopters
No he killin the na’vi I meant - thanks for the correctionso he’s na’vi then? that would make him one of the good guysExpand QuoteSilva looks like he kills avatars[close]
All new balance shoes ugly
All new balance shoes ugly
Man U j linked some of the craziest looking POS I ever seenExpand QuoteAll new balance shoes ugly[close]
Skate wise yeah but their actual running/casual shoes over the past few years have been cool I.E. the 2002r.
https://stockx.com/new-balance-m2002-protection-pack-rain-cloud
On the topic of shoes Stevie Williams classic DC shoe is an abomination.
Expand QuoteAll new balance shoes ugly[close]
Skate wise yeah but their actual running/casual shoes over the past few years have been cool I.E. the 2002r.
https://stockx.com/new-balance-m2002-protection-pack-rain-cloud
On the topic of shoes Stevie Williams classic DC shoe is an abomination.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAll new balance shoes ugly[close]
Skate wise yeah but their actual running/casual shoes over the past few years have been cool I.E. the 2002r.
https://stockx.com/new-balance-m2002-protection-pack-rain-cloud
On the topic of shoes Stevie Williams classic DC shoe is an abomination.[close]
Are people out there pretending that this is a good looking shoe?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAll new balance shoes ugly[close]
Skate wise yeah but their actual running/casual shoes over the past few years have been cool I.E. the 2002r.
https://stockx.com/new-balance-m2002-protection-pack-rain-cloud
On the topic of shoes Stevie Williams classic DC shoe is an abomination.[close]
Are people out there pretending that this is a good looking shoe?[close]
It’s been one of the most popular and highly praised NB models so yes.
Expand QuoteAll new balance shoes ugly[close]
.....Nah
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAll new balance shoes ugly[close]
Skate wise yeah but their actual running/casual shoes over the past few years have been cool I.E. the 2002r.
https://stockx.com/new-balance-m2002-protection-pack-rain-cloud
On the topic of shoes Stevie Williams classic DC shoe is an abomination.[close]
Are people out there pretending that this is a good looking shoe?[close]
It’s been one of the most popular and highly praised NB models so yes.
Zoom Tre’s >>>>>> Project BA’sRandom for 2023 but I'd agree. I'd go zoom fp > zoom tre ad> zoom tre > project ba
Plaza skating is kinda the same as park skating if you really think About itKind of agree
Normcore and its consequences have been a disaster for the human race.this
Kind of agreeExpand QuotePlaza skating is kinda the same as park skating if you really think About it[close]
I shop at Hot Topic alsothisExpand QuoteNormcore and its consequences have been a disaster for the human race.[close]
and nowadays some people / companies are really good at hyping stuff or collaborations that looks like shit but sheeps being sheeps
I shop at Hot Topic alsoExpand QuotethisExpand QuoteNormcore and its consequences have been a disaster for the human race.[close]
and nowadays some people / companies are really good at hyping stuff or collaborations that looks like shit but sheeps being sheeps[close]
i like those new balances but could see why they're not for everyone ... if you don't like them, would be curious to see what you think is a good non-skate shoe
on that note, my unpopular opinion is that majority of skaters have terrible fashion sense (they can look acceptable or even good but only by copying existing skate uniforms)
Man U j linked some of the craziest looking POS I ever seenExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAll new balance shoes ugly[close]
Skate wise yeah but their actual running/casual shoes over the past few years have been cool I.E. the 2002r.
https://stockx.com/new-balance-m2002-protection-pack-rain-cloud
On the topic of shoes Stevie Williams classic DC shoe is an abomination.[close]
I wish that thread that guy made about meeting Andy Anderson and him being like 'yo dude can you not film me?' was still up. That shit was so funny. The helmet cause could go a lot further if Andy anderson wasn't the face of it. I wear a helmet when I skate big transition and I really want to learn new shit. I'm also aware that drawing some arbitrary line like 'i only wear helmets when I skate big transition' is stupid because you can hit your head just as hard skating a curb or mini ramp.
Mariah Duran has the nicest hardflip in skating right now.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteNot that I’m happy about it but Aaron Kyro got more people into skateboarding than Tony Hawk[close]
Source?[close]
We've got a deboonker on our hands.
i like those new balances but could see why they're not for everyone ... if you don't like them, would be curious to see what you think is a good non-skate shoeFor dressing up - Clark wallabees , or the simple OG suede shoes, as far as running shoes go - I don’t run or own any but I think less is more - ones like adidas swift, or Nike roashes look fine - even then though j the meshy materials met with the complex color ways are usually too much going on for me and I like busy lookin shoes like adidas forums for skating.
on that note, my unpopular opinion is that majority of skaters have terrible fashion sense (they can look acceptable or even good but only by copying existing skate uniforms)
There are too many skateboarding podcasts. Sheckler is coming out with one called "Flip the Script."Flip the switch on whoever greenlit that name
There are too many skateboarding podcasts. Sheckler is coming out with one called "Flip the Script."I used to do that with my adderalls
The mark of the end of any boom like nft’s cbd or podcasts are when people like sheckler/jagger join in.I used to do that with my adderallsExpand QuoteThere are too many skateboarding podcasts. Sheckler is coming out with one called "Flip the Script."[close]
There are too many skateboarding podcasts. Sheckler is coming out with one called "Flip the Script."Unpopular opinion- “flip the script” is a goofy saying.
Those some fighting words. Project BA is my all time favorite sb shoe. Its a darn shame it never caught on with the masses cuz it was ahead of its time.Random for 2023 but I'd agree. I'd go zoom fp > zoom tre ad> zoom tre > project baExpand QuoteZoom Tre’s >>>>>> Project BA’s[close]
Continuing on random old Nike unpopular opinions p rod 1s were shit and always looked shit. If you want the better dunk prod 7 is the one worth remembering
kyota is sickOmg the most overhyped up east village kid ever? U like him? Crazy
Carroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.on flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.
There are too manyskateboardingpodcasts.
The first 50 minutes of the search for animal chin seem unnecessary and boring. Did people back then care about anything other than the last 10 minutes on the actual ramp? I wish there was more footage of them getting creative on the rampI didn’t see it until the 90s when it was already seen as pretty goofy. I agree, the last ten minutes are the only part of that video I’ll watch again.
Expand QuoteThere are too manyskateboardingpodcasts.[close]
de-legalize podcasting
Weird way to announce your a 5% nation memberExpand QuoteExpand QuoteThere are too manyskateboardingpodcasts.[close]
de-legalize podcasting[close]
I think they’re the same as books/movies/art/music etc. >95% are not worth your time, but the good ones can be really good.
on flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close]
The first 50 minutes of the search for animal chin seem unnecessary and boring. Did people back then care about anything other than the last 10 minutes on the actual ramp? I wish there was more footage of them getting creative on the ramp
Expand Quoteon flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close][close]
Really unpopular opinion: Ryan Decenzo has a nicer frontside flip than Reynolds and could still do them down the things Reynolds did.
Expand Quoteon flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close][close]
Really unpopular opinion: Ryan Decenzo has a nicer frontside flip than Reynolds and could still do them down the things Reynolds did.
what’s the deal with this dude, is he an industry plant? loaded parents? bro came out the gate with a full fledged clothing line and now in like less than a year a whole store and a collab with katsu. shit isn’t adding up.Omg the most overhyped up east village kid ever? U like him? CrazyExpand Quotekyota is sick[close]
what’s the deal with this dude, is he an industry plant? loaded parents? bro came out the gate with a full fledged clothing line and now in like less than a year a whole store and a collab with katsu. shit isn’t adding up.Expand QuoteOmg the most overhyped up east village kid ever? U like him? CrazyExpand Quotekyota is sick[close][close]
Expand Quotewhat’s the deal with this dude, is he an industry plant? loaded parents? bro came out the gate with a full fledged clothing line and now in like less than a year a whole store and a collab with katsu. shit isn’t adding up.Expand QuoteOmg the most overhyped up east village kid ever? U like him? CrazyExpand Quotekyota is sick[close][close][close]
DM him like a man
white skaters should call their friend group "my buddies"
Westgate has spunk and attitude when he skates
Silva looks like he kills avatars and or middle easterners from helicopters
this shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy
Fs flips are overrated. Bs flips are better especially switch
Expand QuoteFs flips are overrated. Bs flips are better especially switch[close]
As someone who can't really do fs flips that well but can pull out a BS flip within a handful of tries, i wish this was true.
but
.....Nah
Expand QuoteExpand Quotethis shouldn't be unpopular but it probably is
the word "pussy" needs to stop being said unless you are referring to a woman's vagina/vulva. find a different word or phrase. it's not even accurate - yall can't even handle period cramp pains. maybe something like "grow a pair" or "stop being such a bussy" instead. "wimp" is fine too!
sincerely, someone with a pussy[close]
Wtf is a bussy?[close]
Please stop referring to your vagina as a 'pussy' unless you a referring to yourself being a fraidy cat and or scaredy puss.
Sincerely, someone with a cat
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteFs flips are overrated. Bs flips are better especially switch[close]
As someone who can't really do fs flips that well but can pull out a BS flip within a handful of tries, i wish this was true.
but
.....Nah[close]
Depends on the fs flip and bs flip really, but the fs flip in my head right now does beat any bs flip
Wrong all wrong. Tommy Sandoval does.Expand QuoteExpand Quoteon flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close][close]
Really unpopular opinion: Ryan Decenzo has a nicer frontside flip than Reynolds and could still do them down the things Reynolds did.[close]
(https://frinkiac.com/video/S09E10/juAgAcB4Uh780LRoh9GXOATQ9oA=.gif)
Wrong all wrong. Tommy Sandoval does.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quoteon flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close][close]
Really unpopular opinion: Ryan Decenzo has a nicer frontside flip than Reynolds and could still do them down the things Reynolds did.[close]
(https://frinkiac.com/video/S09E10/juAgAcB4Uh780LRoh9GXOATQ9oA=.gif)[close]
Expand QuoteWrong all wrong. Tommy Sandoval does.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quoteon flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close][close]
Really unpopular opinion: Ryan Decenzo has a nicer frontside flip than Reynolds and could still do them down the things Reynolds did.[close]
(https://frinkiac.com/video/S09E10/juAgAcB4Uh780LRoh9GXOATQ9oA=.gif)[close][close]
Tommy Sandoval smells like beer farts and corn chips.
Expand QuoteExpand Quoteon flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close][close]
Really unpopular opinion: Ryan Decenzo has a nicer frontside flip than Reynolds and could still do them down the things Reynolds did.[close]
(https://frinkiac.com/video/S09E10/juAgAcB4Uh780LRoh9GXOATQ9oA=.gif)
Expand QuoteWrong all wrong. Tommy Sandoval does.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quoteon flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close][close]
Really unpopular opinion: Ryan Decenzo has a nicer frontside flip than Reynolds and could still do them down the things Reynolds did.[close]
(https://frinkiac.com/video/S09E10/juAgAcB4Uh780LRoh9GXOATQ9oA=.gif)[close][close]
Tommy Sandoval smells like beer farts and corn chips.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quoteon flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close][close]
Really unpopular opinion: Ryan Decenzo has a nicer frontside flip than Reynolds and could still do them down the things Reynolds did.[close]
(https://frinkiac.com/video/S09E10/juAgAcB4Uh780LRoh9GXOATQ9oA=.gif)[close]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Nxr-IsAlhY
what about dylan rieder? i'm not hearing his name in here anywhere
I don't know how well Wade D does them, but the one at 2:06 has to be up there in my opinion.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quoteon flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close][close]
Really unpopular opinion: Ryan Decenzo has a nicer frontside flip than Reynolds and could still do them down the things Reynolds did.[close]
(https://frinkiac.com/video/S09E10/juAgAcB4Uh780LRoh9GXOATQ9oA=.gif)[close]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Nxr-IsAlhY[close]
Ooof! That’s nice. I still disagree, but that’s why I like this thread.
I don't know how well Wade D does them, but the one at 2:06 has to be up there in my opinion.
https://youtu.be/_j7plkhqM-A
Chris Cookie Coburn is low key is the goat rn.I agree. He’s probably in my top five in terms of talent and he’s a footage machine. Who else would put out a part that good for his griptape sponsor?
IDK if this is unpopular but I'm sure most wouldn't put him in the class of heads I do.
And it's not that I'm down to back any old New England head which I'm prone to do.
I always back "locals" tho for sure.
Cookie is on fire rn.
I agree. He’s probably in my top five in terms of talent and he’s a footage machine. Who else would put out a part that good for his griptape sponsor?Expand QuoteChris Cookie Coburn is low key is the goat rn.
IDK if this is unpopular but I'm sure most wouldn't put him in the class of heads I do.
And it's not that I'm down to back any old New England head which I'm prone to do.
I always back "locals" tho for sure.
Cookie is on fire rn.[close]
Two guys who are also top tier and footage machinesExpand QuoteI agree. He’s probably in my top five in terms of talent and he’s a footage machine. Who else would put out a part that good for his griptape sponsor?Expand QuoteChris Cookie Coburn is low key is the goat rn.
IDK if this is unpopular but I'm sure most wouldn't put him in the class of heads I do.
And it's not that I'm down to back any old New England head which I'm prone to do.
I always back "locals" tho for sure.
Cookie is on fire rn.[close][close]
Exactly, the griptape/trucks/wheels sponsor videos are usually where people's throwaway footage gets used. The only other people I can think of who put out banger parts for their griptape/trucks/wheels sponsors are Louie Lopez and Mason.
I'm sure there are more but those are what came to mind. It's definitely not common.
I don't know how well Wade D does them, but the one at 2:06 has to be up there in my opinion.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quoteon flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close][close]
Really unpopular opinion: Ryan Decenzo has a nicer frontside flip than Reynolds and could still do them down the things Reynolds did.[close]
(https://frinkiac.com/video/S09E10/juAgAcB4Uh780LRoh9GXOATQ9oA=.gif)[close]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Nxr-IsAlhY[close]
Ooof! That’s nice. I still disagree, but that’s why I like this thread.[close]
https://youtu.be/_j7plkhqM-A
Expand QuoteI don't know how well Wade D does them, but the one at 2:06 has to be up there in my opinion.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quoteon flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close][close]
Really unpopular opinion: Ryan Decenzo has a nicer frontside flip than Reynolds and could still do them down the things Reynolds did.[close]
(https://frinkiac.com/video/S09E10/juAgAcB4Uh780LRoh9GXOATQ9oA=.gif)[close]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Nxr-IsAlhY[close]
Ooof! That’s nice. I still disagree, but that’s why I like this thread.[close]
https://youtu.be/_j7plkhqM-A[close]
Sarmiento has an underrated frontside flip.
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Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't know how well Wade D does them, but the one at 2:06 has to be up there in my opinion.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quoteon flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close][close]
Really unpopular opinion: Ryan Decenzo has a nicer frontside flip than Reynolds and could still do them down the things Reynolds did.[close]
(https://frinkiac.com/video/S09E10/juAgAcB4Uh780LRoh9GXOATQ9oA=.gif)[close]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Nxr-IsAlhY[close]
Ooof! That’s nice. I still disagree, but that’s why I like this thread.[close]
https://youtu.be/_j7plkhqM-A[close]
Sarmiento has an underrated frontside flip.
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Second angle seriously looks like cgi. I nominate mccrank from menikmati, I think also done at a skatepark. Lotta tweak on it.
McCrank for sureExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't know how well Wade D does them, but the one at 2:06 has to be up there in my opinion.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quoteon flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close][close]
Really unpopular opinion: Ryan Decenzo has a nicer frontside flip than Reynolds and could still do them down the things Reynolds did.[close]
(https://frinkiac.com/video/S09E10/juAgAcB4Uh780LRoh9GXOATQ9oA=.gif)[close]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Nxr-IsAlhY[close]
Ooof! That’s nice. I still disagree, but that’s why I like this thread.[close]
https://youtu.be/_j7plkhqM-A[close]
Sarmiento has an underrated frontside flip.
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Second angle seriously looks like cgi. I nominate mccrank from menikmati, I think also done at a skatepark. Lotta tweak on it.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't know how well Wade D does them, but the one at 2:06 has to be up there in my opinion.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quoteon flat yeah but who cares, lots of people do. Those people never did them down the things Reynolds did though.Expand QuoteCarroll has a better FS Flip than Reynolds.[close][close]
Really unpopular opinion: Ryan Decenzo has a nicer frontside flip than Reynolds and could still do them down the things Reynolds did.[close]
(https://frinkiac.com/video/S09E10/juAgAcB4Uh780LRoh9GXOATQ9oA=.gif)[close]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6Nxr-IsAlhY[close]
Ooof! That’s nice. I still disagree, but that’s why I like this thread.[close]
https://youtu.be/_j7plkhqM-A[close]
Sarmiento has an underrated frontside flip.
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Second angle seriously looks like cgi. I nominate mccrank from menikmati, I think also done at a skatepark. Lotta tweak on it.
Reynolds has the better fs flip but Decenzo deserves some recognition for this one
https://youtu.be/f93KYjEw640
dylan had fake steezOh now you’ve done it.
I accidentally clicked on a rollerblade video and it’s not bad. Some of their tricks are kinda sicki agree, there is something kind of cool about rollerblading in a way, zooming around in boots with wheels, jumping around and sliding on stuff, it’s kind of futuristic.
I accidentally clicked on a rollerblade video and it’s not bad. Some of their tricks are kinda sick
There's a small but dedicated rollerblading community around here and I back them. Most of them have decent park etiquette and don't overwax stuff, and a handful of them have even contributed more to our DIY parks than some of the skaters that like to show up and whine about imperfections.
Expand QuoteI accidentally clicked on a rollerblade video and it’s not bad. Some of their tricks are kinda sick[close]
Skaters who are still upset about rollerbladers in 2023 are just sore winners. Skateboarding completely and totally won the fight to become the premier “xtreme” sport. We got the big brands, the celebrity skaters, the Olympics, everything. We salted the earth over rollerblading.
The battle is long over. Let them blade in peace.
I accidentally clicked on a rollerblade video and it’s not bad. Some of their tricks are kinda sickLast year, I was taking a break at Pulaski, looked over to 13th street next to the plaza, and, out of nowhere, some rollerblader bombed the shit out of the hill in rush hour traffic. Through cars. Full speed. And went straight into Pennsylvania Ave moving traffic without looking/missing a beat. (Must of been doing it for blocks.) A friend looked at me and said "THAT WAS SICK" and he was right.
Last year, I was taking a break at Pulaski, looked over to 13th street next to the plaza, and, out of nowhere, some rollerblader bombed the shit out of the hill in rush hour traffic. Through cars. Full speed. And went straight into Pennsylvania Ave moving traffic without looking/missing a beat. (Must of been doing it for blocks.) A friend looked at me and said "THAT WAS SICK" and he was right.Expand QuoteI accidentally clicked on a rollerblade video and it’s not bad. Some of their tricks are kinda sick[close]
yeah doing anything remotely gnarly on rollerblades would be scary, you really have to commitSaw a video of someone with these types of skates just mashing shit and doing wallies super fast. Pretty cool but whenever I see rollerbladers dressed like this I just hear this in my head
i thought this brain dead/them skates edit from last year was cool
https://youtu.be/gvEmoQTq6Hw
Oh absolutely, they show up at parks here and they’re good people. I was just surprised I found the video engaging. At one point this dude was skating an18 (or so) stair rail and for whatever reason jumped like halfway down the stairs before landing on the rail. Like why air out that far? I don’t know how he didn’t get wrecked. It was fucking bonkers. I might even watch more.Expand QuoteI accidentally clicked on a rollerblade video and it’s not bad. Some of their tricks are kinda sick[close]
Skaters who are still upset about rollerbladers in 2023 are just sore winners. Skateboarding completely and totally won the fight to become the premier “xtreme” sport. We got the big brands, the celebrity skaters, the Olympics, everything. We salted the earth over rollerblading.
The battle is long over. Let them blade in peace.
yeah doing anything remotely gnarly on rollerblades would be scary, you really have to commitIs this high level? Is this guy like the Leo Valls of rollerblading?
i thought this brain dead/them skates edit from last year was cool
https://youtu.be/gvEmoQTq6Hw (https://youtu.be/gvEmoQTq6Hw)
Is this high level? Is this guy like the Leo Valls of rollerblading?Expand Quoteyeah doing anything remotely gnarly on rollerblades would be scary, you really have to commit
i thought this brain dead/them skates edit from last year was cool
https://youtu.be/gvEmoQTq6Hw (https://youtu.be/gvEmoQTq6Hw)[close]
If you put all the biggest limo fans in a room together it would just be like 17 year olds and bald dudes in their early 30sSounds like the fan base of every skate brand
Shoes in 2023 are lookin like hell, terrible mixmatched colourways. Dunks maybe the worst offenders.
If you put all the biggest limo fans in a room together it would just be like 17 year olds and bald dudes in their early 30s
…If you can do a front 360 shuv at 88mph, you can travel through time.Einstein level physics.
King of the road would be just as good or better without challenges about shit and piss.
I don't see the point of that really. Does it add anything for you guys? Was it to reach the non-skater audience that wants it to be closer to jackass?
Also about KOTR, crazy how Elijah Berle in 2015 seemed really cool and likeable.
King of the road would be just as good or better without challenges about shit and piss.
I don't see the point of that really. Does it add anything for you guys? Was it to reach the non-skater audience that wants it to be closer to jackass?
Also about KOTR, crazy how Elijah Berle in 2015 seemed really cool and likeable.
Expand QuoteKing of the road would be just as good or better without challenges about shit and piss.
I don't see the point of that really. Does it add anything for you guys? Was it to reach the non-skater audience that wants it to be closer to jackass?
Also about KOTR, crazy how Elijah Berle in 2015 seemed really cool and likeable.[close]
Been rewatching S1 too. Everyone loves Berle.
It's also crazy how dated it seems. All the shit and piss and makeout challenges etc.
In 6 months SB dunks will be 80 bucks standard price. They will be the new Janowski. The last stand of skinny jeans dudes who rock the nyjahs will start wearing dunks. This will cause a rift in the space-time continuum. Front 3 shuvs will be the new holy grail. If you can do a front 360 shuv at 88mph, you can travel through time.
Judging from the media coverage and just the pure skating aside no major skate event (Tampa pro, Cph open, Dime challenge...) seems like a place where I´d want to hang out. However I´m old af so considering this maybe the opinion isn´t that unpopular.I share this opinion. But i'm an old as well.
Judging from the media coverage and just the pure skating aside no major skate event (Tampa pro, Cph open, Dime challenge...) seems like a place where I´d want to hang out. However I´m old af so considering this maybe the opinion isn´t that unpopular.
Expand QuoteThere's a small but dedicated rollerblading community around here and I back them. Most of them have decent park etiquette and don't overwax stuff, and a handful of them have even contributed more to our DIY parks than some of the skaters that like to show up and whine about imperfections.[close]
Same at my local park. They're all super nice, really good about not snaking skaters, and they're not risky if they do hit you unlike a BMX bike. They also mostly stick to a few things that people rarely skate.
This isn’t old man shit this is just pessimistic. Go to an event and let looseI share this opinion. But i'm an old as well.Expand QuoteJudging from the media coverage and just the pure skating aside no major skate event (Tampa pro, Cph open, Dime challenge...) seems like a place where I´d want to hang out. However I´m old af so considering this maybe the opinion isn´t that unpopular.[close]
Similarly, a friend dropped this wisdom yesterday in regard to a widely attended event coming this Wednesday: The number one rule of Go Skate Day...don't skate.
This isn’t old man shit this is just pessimistic. Go to an event and let looseExpand QuoteI share this opinion. But i'm an old as well.Expand QuoteJudging from the media coverage and just the pure skating aside no major skate event (Tampa pro, Cph open, Dime challenge...) seems like a place where I´d want to hang out. However I´m old af so considering this maybe the opinion isn´t that unpopular.[close]
Similarly, a friend dropped this wisdom yesterday in regard to a widely attended event coming this Wednesday: The number one rule of Go Skate Day...don't skate.[close]
Expand QuoteThis isn’t old man shit this is just pessimistic. Go to an event and let looseExpand QuoteI share this opinion. But i'm an old as well.Expand QuoteJudging from the media coverage and just the pure skating aside no major skate event (Tampa pro, Cph open, Dime challenge...) seems like a place where I´d want to hang out. However I´m old af so considering this maybe the opinion isn´t that unpopular.[close]
Similarly, a friend dropped this wisdom yesterday in regard to a widely attended event coming this Wednesday: The number one rule of Go Skate Day...don't skate.[close][close]
i can sorta get this opinion bc a lot of the people who hang out that day are not good at skating so it can be embarrassing, but damn, even given that, we get one year out of the day to have fun with like minded people & homie decides to coolguy the entire scene theyre into? doesnt make sense
My post was not meant to be a jab at any of these events by the way. I still love to watch the videos, especially the skating part and what they come up with. It´s just the party side of things that would probably annoy my old ass. Constant drinking, shouting... In my 20s I´m sure I would have loved all of it.
I like go skateboarding day and look forward to seeing several friends today.
Is my unpopular opinion as an old man is that I would love to go to Dime, CPH and Tampa Pro?
Expand QuoteI like go skateboarding day and look forward to seeing several friends today.[close]
heathen
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI like go skateboarding day and look forward to seeing several friends today.[close]
heathen[close]
hes a cool guy I dont know what you want me to say!
Expand QuoteIs my unpopular opinion as an old man is that I would love to go to Dime, CPH and Tampa Pro?[close]
I dont understand. You think its unpopular to want to go to events that people travel all over the world for?
Expand QuoteMy post was not meant to be a jab at any of these events by the way. I still love to watch the videos, especially the skating part and what they come up with. It´s just the party side of things that would probably annoy my old ass. Constant drinking, shouting... In my 20s I´m sure I would have loved all of it.[close]
I feel like you're not giving yourself enough credit. Just don't drink too much and find a decent place to spectate. Maybe have a cup of coffee and find some other old heads to stand/sit next to.
I like John Hill vids. He seems nice.
Opposing something because people like it is the most immature pre-teen form of angst. Especially if the thing you're opposing really has no negatives whatsoever, like go skate day.
I was a cynical person for a lot of life. Never as bad as that although I did work in a bike shop and loathe specific types of clients. Being cynical did nothing but weigh me down. It's that scene from The Big Lebowski where they're arguing and the Dude says "You're not wrong Walter, you're just an asshole".
Expand QuoteI was a cynical person for a lot of life. Never as bad as that although I did work in a bike shop and loathe specific types of clients. Being cynical did nothing but weigh me down. It's that scene from The Big Lebowski where they're arguing and the Dude says "You're not wrong Walter, you're just an asshole".[close]
lol I left out the part where we worked together as mechanics.
Opposing something because people like it is the most immature pre-teen form of angst. Especially if the thing you're opposing really has no negatives whatsoever, like go skate day.
Chad Fernandez deserved a longer career in skateboarding.
Is this high level? Is this guy like the Leo Valls of rollerblading?Expand Quoteyeah doing anything remotely gnarly on rollerblades would be scary, you really have to commit
i thought this brain dead/them skates edit from last year was cool
https://youtu.be/gvEmoQTq6Hw (https://youtu.be/gvEmoQTq6Hw)[close]
Expand QuoteChad Fernandez deserved a longer career in skateboarding.[close]
Jesus H...this should close this thread down.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteChad Fernandez deserved a longer career in skateboarding.[close]
Jesus H...this should close this thread down.[close]
With our powers combined…….
If you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules
If you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules
Expand QuoteIf you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules[close]
I’m terrible at slappies. Was watching some slappy part (maybe Ace Pelka?) and was super jealous about all the 80 degree painted curbs that seem to exist all over California.
lmao now even slappies have rules. you guys just live to stress yourselves out
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules[close]
I’m terrible at slappies. Was watching some slappy part (maybe Ace Pelka?) and was super jealous about all the 80 degree painted curbs that seem to exist all over California.[close]
Lol yeah, anyone who can learn to properly slappy on a real 90 degree curb is a real one. Californian curbs are 100% easy mode
lmao now even slappies have rules. you guys just live to stress yourselves out
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules[close]
I’m terrible at slappies. Was watching some slappy part (maybe Ace Pelka?) and was super jealous about all the 80 degree painted curbs that seem to exist all over California.[close]
Lol yeah, anyone who can learn to properly slappy on a real 90 degree curb is a real one. Californian curbs are 100% easy mode[close]
I’ll take you to oververt.
6” and 5* past vert with a crusty run up that dips down and curbs chunked out as well. It’s in California.
So that’s not a real one?
Vertical curbs aren’t that much harder.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules[close]
I’m terrible at slappies. Was watching some slappy part (maybe Ace Pelka?) and was super jealous about all the 80 degree painted curbs that seem to exist all over California.[close]
Lol yeah, anyone who can learn to properly slappy on a real 90 degree curb is a real one. Californian curbs are 100% easy mode
Vertical curbs aren’t that much harder.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules[close]
I’m terrible at slappies. Was watching some slappy part (maybe Ace Pelka?) and was super jealous about all the 80 degree painted curbs that seem to exist all over California.[close]
Lol yeah, anyone who can learn to properly slappy on a real 90 degree curb is a real one. Californian curbs are 100% easy mode[close]
Vertical curbs aren’t that much harder.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules[close]
I’m terrible at slappies. Was watching some slappy part (maybe Ace Pelka?) and was super jealous about all the 80 degree painted curbs that seem to exist all over California.[close]
Lol yeah, anyone who can learn to properly slappy on a real 90 degree curb is a real one. Californian curbs are 100% easy mode[close]
Never skated a Cali curb but re: parking blocksVertical curbs aren’t that much harder.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules[close]
I’m terrible at slappies. Was watching some slappy part (maybe Ace Pelka?) and was super jealous about all the 80 degree painted curbs that seem to exist all over California.[close]
Lol yeah, anyone who can learn to properly slappy on a real 90 degree curb is a real one. Californian curbs are 100% easy mode[close]
Opposing something because people like it is the most immature pre-teen form of angst. Especially if the thing you're opposing really has no negatives whatsoever, like go skate day.
Slappies got popular again because a bunch of old guys that like to skate got scared to Ollie and a buncha little kids found them easy all coincided in the time frame.
Slappies got popular again because a bunch of old guys that like to skate got scared to Ollie and a buncha little kids found them easy all coincided in the time frame.
Bones could soon become the #1 wheel brand again if spitfire doesn't step their game up.
The new X formula is killing it and spitfire doesn't have anything like it.
But basically everything other than the product itself sucks about bones, so I want spitfire to step their game up.
I don't even know what the unpopular opinion is here. Maybe that bones might currently be making better wheels than spitfire
Slappys over the storm drains/deathboxes that are super common in SoCal remain an NBD as far as I knowExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules[close]
I’m terrible at slappies. Was watching some slappy part (maybe Ace Pelka?) and was super jealous about all the 80 degree painted curbs that seem to exist all over California.[close]
Lol yeah, anyone who can learn to properly slappy on a real 90 degree curb is a real one. Californian curbs are 100% easy mode[close]
I’ll take you to oververt.
6” and 5* past vert with a crusty run up that dips down and curbs chunked out as well. It’s in California.
So that’s not a real one?
I feel like you’re getting really into the weeds there. If you grind a curb without leaving the ground i think it’s a slappy, but I’m not trying to fight about it.Never skated a Cali curb but re: parking blocksExpand QuoteVertical curbs aren’t that much harder.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules[close]
I’m terrible at slappies. Was watching some slappy part (maybe Ace Pelka?) and was super jealous about all the 80 degree painted curbs that seem to exist all over California.[close]
Lol yeah, anyone who can learn to properly slappy on a real 90 degree curb is a real one. Californian curbs are 100% easy mode[close][close]
You don’t need to do the “hop” on parking blocks, you can just carve into them and bend your knees a bit and your momentum will carry you up. It’s still technically a slappy but it’s more like like a micro wallie motion than a real slappy motion, you’re leaving out a whole third step.
Bones could soon become the #1 wheel brand again if spitfire doesn't step their game up.
The new X formula is killing it and spitfire doesn't have anything like it.
But basically everything other than the product itself sucks about bones, so I want spitfire to step their game up.
I don't even know what the unpopular opinion is here. Maybe that bones might currently be making better wheels than spitfire
I haven’t tried spitfire 99s but the only situation I don’t like dragons is at parks when they’re a little too sticky. Even then I mostly still ride them because it’s not that big of a dealExpand QuoteBones could soon become the #1 wheel brand again if spitfire doesn't step their game up.
The new X formula is killing it and spitfire doesn't have anything like it.
But basically everything other than the product itself sucks about bones, so I want spitfire to step their game up.
I don't even know what the unpopular opinion is here. Maybe that bones might currently be making better wheels than spitfire[close]
Both the dragon wheels and x formula seem like they are novelty wheels to me. They are excellent for certain spots and situations but in others they suck. Spitfire f4 99s are good in just about everything.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIf you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules[close]
I’m terrible at slappies. Was watching some slappy part (maybe Ace Pelka?) and was super jealous about all the 80 degree painted curbs that seem to exist all over California.[close]
Lol yeah, anyone who can learn to properly slappy on a real 90 degree curb is a real one. Californian curbs are 100% easy mode[close]
I’ll take you to oververt.
6” and 5* past vert with a crusty run up that dips down and curbs chunked out as well. It’s in California.
So that’s not a real one?[close]
do you half to walk half a mile in the snow uphill both ways to get to it?
Bones could soon become the #1 wheel brand again if spitfire doesn't step their game up.
The new X formula is killing it and spitfire doesn't have anything like it.
But basically everything other than the product itself sucks about bones, so I want spitfire to step their game up.
I don't even know what the unpopular opinion is here. Maybe that bones might currently be making better wheels than spitfire
If you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules8 inches is hardly a curb lmao what are you going on about
Wut8 inches is hardly a curb lmao what are you going on aboutExpand QuoteIf you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules[close]
Even if it's technically a curb I think 8 inches falls squarely into tiny ledge/mega curb territory, i.e. not a standard curb. Average sized curbs are the metric by which all other curbs should be judged so claiming you can't really slappy because you can't do it on an 8 inch curb makes no logical sense.WutExpand Quote8 inches is hardly a curb lmao what are you going on aboutExpand QuoteIf you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules[close][close]
Oh I thought you were saying that was too small to be called a curb. I was like- this person must live in a city of giantsEven if it's technically a curb I think 8 inches falls squarely into tiny ledge/mega curb territory, i.e. not a standard curb. Average sized curbs are the metric by which all other curbs should be judged so claiming you can't really slappy because you can't do it on an 8 inch curb makes no logical sense.Expand QuoteWutExpand Quote8 inches is hardly a curb lmao what are you going on aboutExpand QuoteIf you can’t slappy a 90 degree 8 inch curb you can’t slappy, sorry, I don’t make the rules[close][close][close]
Apparently, this is an unpopular opinion where I live because everyone at the skatepark tried to clown me when I finally stood up for myself after dealing with this shit multiple days in a row... but please don't bring your dog to the skatepark. Especially if you're going to let it run around off-leash and bark at people. After asking for people to tie their dog up, control their dog, and finally shut their dog up, I got reactions ranging from "It's just a dog" to the cherry reply of "I'll knock you out and let my dog go on you after" from some kook who didn't even skate/bmx/scoot/etc, and was just hanging out there with his dog. I'm trying to stay out of trouble so I just laughed off the threats and ignored everyone making fun of me but it still pissed me off. Typical entitled usage of public space from the shitty kooks that inhabit my town. The funny thing is, after that ruined my session I still wanted to skate so I went out late at night for a little street mission and immediately got chased by a dog for an entire block while bombing this mellow hill. Good times.Where I live there's a legit dog attack problem. I know a couple of teachers and someone who works at the children's Hospital and apparently it's pretty much every week some kid gets fucked up. Basically I think there's just adult dorks whos problem dogs "showing their dominance" at a park are the only time in their life they have any kind of power. They don't dare take their dog to a trainer because everyone would know what a microdick they are when their dog submits to the trainer immediately
Clearly, I don't like dogs and I have my reasons but I also know there are many responsible dog owners out there that wouldn't do these kinds of things. Still, I'm pretty tired of feeling like a pariah because I'm part of the 1% of people who aren't totally enamoured by dogs in this modern world.
Oh well. More awkward sessions ahead to look forward to because I'm not going to stop going any time soon.
Almost everyone at our local calls this nearly 50-foot-long ledge "the curb" despite it being around 15 1/2-16 inches high. I've always found that funny because it goes up another level with a wedge ramp at one end and a 4 stair on the other with an actual 3-5 inch training style curb at the top layer that spans the entire massive length and is probably the least skated obstacle, barring a few other design abominations. I'm not sure how local vernacular works or is born but everyone here has definitely seen and experienced an actual street curb.
Expand QuoteAlmost everyone at our local calls this nearly 50-foot-long ledge "the curb" despite it being around 15 1/2-16 inches high. I've always found that funny because it goes up another level with a wedge ramp at one end and a 4 stair on the other with an actual 3-5 inch training style curb at the top layer that spans the entire massive length and is probably the least skated obstacle, barring a few other design abominations. I'm not sure how local vernacular works or is born but everyone here has definitely seen and experienced an actual street curb.[close]
That's craz because I know a gal with a 16 inching curb. It doesn't have a 4 stair but the training wheels on top are about 2.5 inches. Needless three said, it's a bona-fide rubble dumpster and all the lads get their Jimmy's on it. Not sure what's up with your spot.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAlmost everyone at our local calls this nearly 50-foot-long ledge "the curb" despite it being around 15 1/2-16 inches high. I've always found that funny because it goes up another level with a wedge ramp at one end and a 4 stair on the other with an actual 3-5 inch training style curb at the top layer that spans the entire massive length and is probably the least skated obstacle, barring a few other design abominations. I'm not sure how local vernacular works or is born but everyone here has definitely seen and experienced an actual street curb.[close]
That's craz because I know a gal with a 16 inching curb. It doesn't have a 4 stair but the training wheels on top are about 2.5 inches. Needless three said, it's a bona-fide rubble dumpster and all the lads get their Jimmy's on it. Not sure what's up with your spot.[close]
I enjoyed the mocking tone and the overt feeling that you face fucked an AI chat bot to produce this reply. Cheers one love 93 til infinity foreskin splitting rubble cunt shitdog cluster aids
Expand QuoteLast year, I was taking a break at Pulaski, looked over to 13th street next to the plaza, and, out of nowhere, some rollerblader bombed the shit out of the hill in rush hour traffic. Through cars. Full speed. And went straight into Pennsylvania Ave moving traffic without looking/missing a beat. (Must of been doing it for blocks.) A friend looked at me and said "THAT WAS SICK" and he was right.Expand QuoteI accidentally clicked on a rollerblade video and it’s not bad. Some of their tricks are kinda sick[close][close]
Hill bombing in rollerblades sounds absolutely batshit considering that the options to check your speed are somewhat limited.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAlmost everyone at our local calls this nearly 50-foot-long ledge "the curb" despite it being around 15 1/2-16 inches high. I've always found that funny because it goes up another level with a wedge ramp at one end and a 4 stair on the other with an actual 3-5 inch training style curb at the top layer that spans the entire massive length and is probably the least skated obstacle, barring a few other design abominations. I'm not sure how local vernacular works or is born but everyone here has definitely seen and experienced an actual street curb.[close]
That's craz because I know a gal with a 16 inching curb. It doesn't have a 4 stair but the training wheels on top are about 2.5 inches. Needless three said, it's a bona-fide rubble dumpster and all the lads get their Jimmy's on it. Not sure what's up with your spot.[close]
I enjoyed the mocking tone and the overt feeling that you face fucked an AI chat bot to produce this reply. Cheers one love 93 til infinity foreskin splitting rubble cunt shitdog cluster aids
Almost everyone at our local calls this nearly 50-foot-long ledge "the curb" despite it being around 15 1/2-16 inches high. I've always found that funny because it goes up another level with a wedge ramp at one end and a 4 stair on the other with an actual 3-5 inch training style curb at the top layer that spans the entire massive length and is probably the least skated obstacle, barring a few other design abominations. I'm not sure how local vernacular works or is born but everyone here has definitely seen and experienced an actual street curb.
I like Shane Heyl style and I love nose slides. To me hes pretty authentic for doing what he want.
Expand QuoteI like Shane Heyl style and I love nose slides. To me hes pretty authentic for doing what he want.[close]
Do people not like Heyl and nose slides?
I just washed mine last night in a fire pit. Put some coals onto them and this morning boom all the caked on gunk is gone
It s fine to wash your cast iron with soap.
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It would probably be quicker and easier for sheckler to actually backside flip el Toro then it would be to figure out what prompts to use that would make a believable Ai version. Ai just isn’t that smart yet. It has no idea what el toro actually is and every depiction of a skateboard I’ve seen generated through mid journey is laughable at best.
It s fine to wash your cast iron with soap.
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What say you Slap? Ledge or curb?
(https://i.postimg.cc/QxFs0QxY/F44-C0560-0-DB7-46-DA-88-BF-B28-B0-CFDDDD2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QHZRMW7c)
12” or 13” tall.
Sides 8” for reference:
(https://i.postimg.cc/sfkQPg3W/87625305-D846-42-CD-83-D7-9-CE61-B4-B7-D05.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8sbzNDJk)
Yeah I like fucked spots. 🥴
Expand QuoteWhat say you Slap? Ledge or curb?
(https://i.postimg.cc/QxFs0QxY/F44-C0560-0-DB7-46-DA-88-BF-B28-B0-CFDDDD2.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/QHZRMW7c)
12” or 13” tall.
Sides 8” for reference:
(https://i.postimg.cc/sfkQPg3W/87625305-D846-42-CD-83-D7-9-CE61-B4-B7-D05.jpg) (https://postimg.cc/8sbzNDJk)
Yeah I like fucked spots. 🥴[close]
curb because im 100% sure i can slappy that within 5 tries
Bones could soon become the #1 wheel brand again if spitfire doesn't step their game up.
The new X formula is killing it and spitfire doesn't have anything like it.
But basically everything other than the product itself sucks about bones, so I want spitfire to step their game up.
I don't even know what the unpopular opinion is here. Maybe that bones might currently be making better wheels than spitfire
Soy sauce is grossIt’s not gross but it’s also (except with sushi) not a condiment, it’s an ingredient. People who use it as a condiment are weird
Soy sauce is gross
Expand QuoteSoy sauce is gross[close]
No no, you put it on food...don't just drink it.
shuv crooks sux
I’ve always heard that crook shuv = wack, but shuv crook is ok/meh.Expand Quoteshuv crooks sux[close]
I’ll agree to this statement if you say crook shuvs rule….
shuv crooks suxBackside pop shuv to backside crook is an S tier trick
Backside pop shuv to backside crook is an S tier trickExpand Quoteshuv crooks sux[close]
FA is easily a top-ten all-time board brand, arguably top-five
we need some more crazy rockstar partiers in the game
havent even seen a leather jacket in a hot minute
we need some more crazy rockstar partiers in the game
havent even seen a leather jacket in a hot minute
the only flip tricks you really need to show you got some sauce are kf, heelflip, 3flip, vheel, vflip, bsflip, fsflip & maybe hardflip (+fakie variations)
anything past those tricks are kinda nuanced tricks for people who really love flatground
the only flip tricks you really need to show you got some sauce are kf, heelflip, 3flip, vheel, vflip, bsflip, fsflip & maybe hardflip (+fakie variations)
anything past those tricks are kinda nuanced tricks for people who really love flatground
chris senn rulesWould somebody please update me with this latent chris senn hate i’ve felt here all these years?
I'm anti-Tony Hawk now. Dude has been in the limelight too long, and will sell any garbage under the guise of "promoting skating." Take your $200,000,000 and go away, dude.
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I fucking hate tony Hawk at this point
I wish I could erase that annoying try-hard from my memory. I hope he’s cleaning toilets at Ye’s Nazi cult hqExpand Quotewe need some more crazy rockstar partiers in the game
havent even seen a leather jacket in a hot minute[close]
burberry erry erasure
Would somebody please update me with this latent chris senn hate i’ve felt here all these years?Expand Quotechris senn rules[close]
Was there a fuck chris senn era i missed? I’m genuinely curious. Always been a fan and he’s one of my fave parts in tis.
Is it because he stopped skating to tattoo?
And what the fuck is a rabid dog push that phelps called him out for
Nike Sucks. No one has said it in a while. Need proof?
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Expand QuoteWould somebody please update me with this latent chris senn hate i’ve felt here all these years?Expand Quotechris senn rules[close]
Was there a fuck chris senn era i missed? I’m genuinely curious. Always been a fan and he’s one of my fave parts in tis.
Is it because he stopped skating to tattoo?
And what the fuck is a rabid dog push that phelps called him out for[close]
It’s 2023 the current opinion is his skating was under appreciated…..he skated hills in 98 when everyone else was flying down stairs and handrails…..
In the 90’s people thought his skating wasn’t progressive….on the toy machine team he was seen as an old contest skater……
I don't get the Asics hype.
Expand QuoteI don't get the Asics hype.[close]
I’m not too excited about it but might pick up a pair when they go on sale. I’m not feeling those eraser pads pair. The beige with gum sole and and all black look good. I had a pair of Asics walking shoes a couple years ago and they were very comfortable. Hopefully the skate shoes will be the same.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWould somebody please update me with this latent chris senn hate i’ve felt here all these years?Expand Quotechris senn rules[close]
Was there a fuck chris senn era i missed? I’m genuinely curious. Always been a fan and he’s one of my fave parts in tis.
Is it because he stopped skating to tattoo?
And what the fuck is a rabid dog push that phelps called him out for[close]
It’s 2023 the current opinion is his skating was under appreciated…..he skated hills in 98 when everyone else was flying down stairs and handrails…..
In the 90’s people thought his skating wasn’t progressive….on the toy machine team he was seen as an old contest skater……[close]
His flat ground half cab flip in Jump Off A Building was for sure a trick of the year candidate in ‘99 😂
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't get the Asics hype.[close]
I’m not too excited about it but might pick up a pair when they go on sale. I’m not feeling those eraser pads pair. The beige with gum sole and and all black look good. I had a pair of Asics walking shoes a couple years ago and they were very comfortable. Hopefully the skate shoes will be the same.[close]
Most of the models look okay and I'm sure they're decent quality. I'm just seeing a lot of hype for pretty some normie lookin shoes that seems premature to me.
then again I thought the same thing about NB and they're clearly doing alright, so I'll gladly be wrong again.
Does this thread keep jumping back 4-5 posts from where you left off when clicking on new posts? Only happening for me in hereYes
Does this thread keep jumping back 4-5 posts from where you left off when clicking on new posts? Only happening for me in here
The abbreviation "ss" for switch stance is stupid. Nobody would ever say "switch stance" when talking about a trick. You just say switch, therefore the better abbreviation is "sw".
swbsts>ssbsts
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't get the Asics hype.[close]
I’m not too excited about it but might pick up a pair when they go on sale. I’m not feeling those eraser pads pair. The beige with gum sole and and all black look good. I had a pair of Asics walking shoes a couple years ago and they were very comfortable. Hopefully the skate shoes will be the same.[close]
Most of the models look okay and I'm sure they're decent quality. I'm just seeing a lot of hype for pretty some normie lookin shoes that seems premature to me.
then again I thought the same thing about NB and they're clearly doing alright, so I'll gladly be wrong again.[close]
thas a really good point, i never thought theyd take off but all my homies swear by the cup sole
i don't like bs pop shuvs. i still do them, and they're a good warmup trick, but i don't like seeing them.These are the kind of hot takes we need right now. Thank you.
every time i see someone throw a pop shuv down a stair set it makes me vomit in my mouth a little - there's so many more better looking tricks you could be doing, but you aren't. why ??
front shuvs do get a pass, but barely. and i can make exceptions for when they're in manual combos
Expand QuoteThe abbreviation "ss" for switch stance is stupid. Nobody would ever say "switch stance" when talking about a trick. You just say switch, therefore the better abbreviation is "sw".
swbsts>ssbsts[close]
Glad I’m not the only one who thought this.
I blame Bam’s trick tip
i don't like bs pop shuvs. i still do them, and they're a good warmup trick, but i don't like seeing them.
every time i see someone throw a pop shuv down a stair set it makes me vomit in my mouth a little - there's so many more better looking tricks you could be doing, but you aren't. why ??
front shuvs do get a pass, but barely. and i can make exceptions for when they're in manual combos
tell your boy that if he can't do a 3 shuv over a ledge he should stick to olliesExpand Quotei don't like bs pop shuvs. i still do them, and they're a good warmup trick, but i don't like seeing them.
every time i see someone throw a pop shuv down a stair set it makes me vomit in my mouth a little - there's so many more better looking tricks you could be doing, but you aren't. why ??
front shuvs do get a pass, but barely. and i can make exceptions for when they're in manual combos[close]
are you seeing doodoo pop shuvs?
my boy can pop heigh enough to go over ledges & catches them front foot & let me tell you, that shit gets me stoked to skate
Does this thread keep jumping back 4-5 posts from where you left off when clicking on new posts? Only happening for me in here
tell your boy that if he can't do a 3 shuv over a ledge he should stick to olliesExpand QuoteExpand Quotei don't like bs pop shuvs. i still do them, and they're a good warmup trick, but i don't like seeing them.
every time i see someone throw a pop shuv down a stair set it makes me vomit in my mouth a little - there's so many more better looking tricks you could be doing, but you aren't. why ??
front shuvs do get a pass, but barely. and i can make exceptions for when they're in manual combos[close]
are you seeing doodoo pop shuvs?
my boy can pop heigh enough to go over ledges & catches them front foot & let me tell you, that shit gets me stoked to skate[close]
5050 front shuv is a pro level trick
Expand QuoteI don't get the Asics hype.[close]
I’m not too excited about it but might pick up a pair when they go on sale. I’m not feeling those eraser pads pair. The beige with gum sole and and all black look good. I had a pair of Asics walking shoes a couple years ago and they were very comfortable. Hopefully the skate shoes will be the same.
We need some of the international slap users to chime in to what Asics means where they're from but i only just realised why I'm a little harsh on asics but never got why people outright hate nb is because where I'm from the brands are basically inverted. Asics is what every dorky dad has been wearing since the 80s and nb was for the hipstery kids or dedicated runners but usually pretty rarely seen.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't get the Asics hype.[close]
I’m not too excited about it but might pick up a pair when they go on sale. I’m not feeling those eraser pads pair. The beige with gum sole and and all black look good. I had a pair of Asics walking shoes a couple years ago and they were very comfortable. Hopefully the skate shoes will be the same.[close]
I really am not crazy about the logo and it seems too involved to cut it off (not to mention the price). There’s a certain kind of early 00s scrawny indie kid with a zip up American Apparel hoodie and asics that always tainted the brand for me.
We need some of the international slap users to chime in to what Asics means where they're from but i only just realised why I'm a little harsh on asics but never got why people outright hate nb is because where I'm from the brands are basically inverted. Asics is what every dorky dad has been wearing since the 80s and nb was for the hipstery kids or dedicated runners but usually pretty rarely seen.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't get the Asics hype.[close]
I’m not too excited about it but might pick up a pair when they go on sale. I’m not feeling those eraser pads pair. The beige with gum sole and and all black look good. I had a pair of Asics walking shoes a couple years ago and they were very comfortable. Hopefully the skate shoes will be the same.[close]
I really am not crazy about the logo and it seems too involved to cut it off (not to mention the price). There’s a certain kind of early 00s scrawny indie kid with a zip up American Apparel hoodie and asics that always tainted the brand for me.[close]
Expand Quotetell your boy that if he can't do a 3 shuv over a ledge he should stick to olliesExpand QuoteExpand Quotei don't like bs pop shuvs. i still do them, and they're a good warmup trick, but i don't like seeing them.
every time i see someone throw a pop shuv down a stair set it makes me vomit in my mouth a little - there's so many more better looking tricks you could be doing, but you aren't. why ??
front shuvs do get a pass, but barely. and i can make exceptions for when they're in manual combos[close]
are you seeing doodoo pop shuvs?
my boy can pop heigh enough to go over ledges & catches them front foot & let me tell you, that shit gets me stoked to skate[close][close]
3 Shuvs rarely look good. I agree with pop Shuvs not always looking great but some people make them look amazing. Shanahan had a nice one in his new part.
the only flip tricks you really need to show you got some sauce are kf, heelflip, 3flip, vheel, vflip, bsflip, fsflip & maybe hardflip (+fakie variations)This guys never done a switch tre or nollie hardflip before and it shows (or bs 3)
anything past those tricks are kinda nuanced tricks for people who really love flatground
This guys never done a switch tre or nollie hardflip before and it shows (or bs 3)Expand Quotethe only flip tricks you really need to show you got some sauce are kf, heelflip, 3flip, vheel, vflip, bsflip, fsflip & maybe hardflip (+fakie variations)
anything past those tricks are kinda nuanced tricks for people who really love flatground[close]
This guys never done a switch tre or nollie hardflip before and it shows (or bs 3)Expand Quotethe only flip tricks you really need to show you got some sauce are kf, heelflip, 3flip, vheel, vflip, bsflip, fsflip & maybe hardflip (+fakie variations)
anything past those tricks are kinda nuanced tricks for people who really love flatground[close]
Ouch. This is too true and I do a lot of switch tricks. Will go reflect on my life decisions nowExpand QuoteThis guys never done a switch tre or nollie hardflip before and it shows (or bs 3)Expand Quotethe only flip tricks you really need to show you got some sauce are kf, heelflip, 3flip, vheel, vflip, bsflip, fsflip & maybe hardflip (+fakie variations)
anything past those tricks are kinda nuanced tricks for people who really love flatground[close][close]
Switch is for people who like flexing on people. Just a waste of time imo
Expand QuoteThis guys never done a switch tre or nollie hardflip before and it shows (or bs 3)Expand Quotethe only flip tricks you really need to show you got some sauce are kf, heelflip, 3flip, vheel, vflip, bsflip, fsflip & maybe hardflip (+fakie variations)
anything past those tricks are kinda nuanced tricks for people who really love flatground[close][close]
I really want to believe switch and nollie was implied but him specifically including just fakie (the least necessary stance for flatground) makes me think that’s not the case. Post makes sense if it’s just anti-inward heel or weird cariuma shit but nollie inward heels are definitely an prerequisite for being a skilled flatground skater.
Ride on grinds are harder than they look
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThis guys never done a switch tre or nollie hardflip before and it shows (or bs 3)Expand Quotethe only flip tricks you really need to show you got some sauce are kf, heelflip, 3flip, vheel, vflip, bsflip, fsflip & maybe hardflip (+fakie variations)
anything past those tricks are kinda nuanced tricks for people who really love flatground[close][close]
I really want to believe switch and nollie was implied but him specifically including just fakie (the least necessary stance for flatground) makes me think that’s not the case. Post makes sense if it’s just anti-inward heel or weird cariuma shit but nollie inward heels are definitely an prerequisite for being a skilled flatground skater.[close]
You’re right, I forgot to add nollie, but I remain firm switch is fucking dumb asf
Ride with your shoulders looking stupid, pushing mongo while having zero steeze just for the sake on flexing?
“I dID iT sWiTcH BrUv, sO StYlE dUnt MaTtA”
Some are cool. They can be fun. Just thinking about the ones I’ve seen in videos that I’ve seen IRL and realized they’re hard to skate. I appreciate them more now.Expand QuoteRide on grinds are harder than they look[close]
Except nobody wants to look
Ride on grinds are harder than they look
I wouldn’t be surprised if some YouTuber starts trying to bring them backExpand QuoteRide on grinds are harder than they look[close]
Z-rollers anyone?
I'm usually not a fan but there are exceptionsExpand QuoteRide on grinds are harder than they look[close]
Except nobody wants to look
Expand QuoteRide on grinds are harder than they look[close]
Except nobody wants to look
I'm usually not a fan but there are exceptionsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteRide on grinds are harder than they look[close]
Except nobody wants to look[close]
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Expand QuoteRide on grinds are harder than they look[close]
Except nobody wants to look
Half cab heelflips are the cursive handwriting of skateboard tricks.
Expand QuoteHalf cab heelflips are the cursive handwriting of skateboard tricks.[close]
As in we were all forced to learn them despite not having any application in the real world?
As in once learned, u can kinda do it for the rest of your lifeExpand QuoteHalf cab heelflips are the cursive handwriting of skateboard tricks.[close]
As in we were all forced to learn them despite not having any application in the real world?
As in once learned, u can kinda do it for the rest of your lifeExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHalf cab heelflips are the cursive handwriting of skateboard tricks.[close]
As in we were all forced to learn them despite not having any application in the real world?[close]
But only kinda
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteRide on grinds are harder than they look[close]
Except nobody wants to look[close]
lol fuckin got em
Old Bay is the most disgusting seasoning humans have ever conceived and I grew up eating that shit
I wouldn’t be surprised if some YouTuber starts trying to bring them backExpand QuoteExpand QuoteRide on grinds are harder than they look[close]
Z-rollers anyone?[close]
Half cab heelflips are the cursive handwriting of skateboard tricks.
Unpopular opinion.
I never liked Baker, thought it’s was the lowest-common denominator branding. Great skating, but lame concept, graphics, and branding (but probably because I was already over 14 when it came out).
Unpopular opinion.
I never liked Baker, thought it’s was the lowest-common denominator branding. Great skating, but lame concept, graphics, and branding (but probably because I was already over 14 when it came out).
If you run a board brand and don't put the dims or woodshop in your item description you don't deserve my business. "7 plies of north American maple" thanks man I thought it was gonna be eleven plies of Douglas fir thanks for illuminating me bro
Don't know if this is unpopular or not (don't actually care), but Gravette is a national treasure. Fuck I enjoy his shitty skatepark Bronson segments. He also seems super down to earth and has time for the kids. Will be buying one of his boards shortly.There's something about Gravette that I've always really liked. I don't pay attention Creature at all except for him and I'm always stoked to see any footage from him. The nollie flip trick tip video he did years ago was great too.
Is it unpopular to not like Tony Hawk as a personality? People get so hyped to have him on a podcast but man I can't stand listening to him. Respect the hell out of him of course tho
Gravette is forever fuckin sick
Expand QuoteIs it unpopular to not like Tony Hawk as a personality? People get so hyped to have him on a podcast but man I can't stand listening to him. Respect the hell out of him of course tho
Gravette is forever fuckin sick[close]
Just anecdotally, it seems like TH had an upsurge of support on slap a year or two ago but that has since soured.
My opinion: His kid is dating Kurt Cobain’s kid and that has created a critical mass of 90’s genetic nostalgia which has collapsed into a self-perpetuating wormhole radiating Hot Wheels and Bagel Bites collabs out into the universe to fund the man’s ever-growing fine wine and false eyebrow budget.
Quitting skating is fine.Agreed, if it no longer serves a purpose and causes you stress or you lose love or interest for it. We’re only guaranteed one life so might as well put your energy into the things you love, and love for skating changes over time. Can always go back to it with a new perspective too
I enjoy a nice diarrhea.
Is it unpopular to not like Tony Hawk as a personality? People get so hyped to have him on a podcast but man I can't stand listening to him. Respect the hell out of him of course tho
Gravette is forever fuckin sick
I enjoy a nice diarrhea.Im stoked if I do a nice, solid poop that slides out and doesn’t take any effort. But diarrhea? I dunno man that’s not really fun. If it were just one maybe I could see it but as soon as I release one diarrhea I know there’s more coming and by the third or fourth I’m really over it.
Is it unpopular to not like Tony Hawk as a personality? People get so hyped to have him on a podcast but man I can't stand listening to him. Respect the hell out of him of course thoI'll die on this hill. Even though he's an old cornball these days I still think he doesn't get the respect he deserves for the level of rail skating he was doing in the mid-00s.
Gravette is forever fuckin sick
Hawk is overexposed, and will put his name on anything under the guise of “growing skateboarding”, even when it’s junk food, sports betting, whatever chintzy shit will pay him. I think I’d like him personally, but I can’t imagine not being sick of the guy.
Im stoked if I do a nice, solid poop that slides out and doesn’t take any effort. But diarrhea? I dunno man that’s not really fun. If it were just one maybe I could see it but as soon as I release one diarrhea I know there’s more coming and by the third or fourth I’m really over it.Expand QuoteI enjoy a nice diarrhea.[close]
GX1000 is boring and they do the same thing every video.
Expand QuoteIm stoked if I do a nice, solid poop that slides out and doesn’t take any effort. But diarrhea? I dunno man that’s not really fun. If it were just one maybe I could see it but as soon as I release one diarrhea I know there’s more coming and by the third or fourth I’m really over it.Expand QuoteI enjoy a nice diarrhea.[close][close]
I'm not exactly tolerant of milk, not because I am a bigot, I just can't stomach it like I did in my youth. However, I still enjoy waking out of a dead sleep to hit the toilet at 3 AM like a ton of bricks after drinking whole milk all night like a wombat, then going back to bed feeling victorious.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIm stoked if I do a nice, solid poop that slides out and doesn’t take any effort. But diarrhea? I dunno man that’s not really fun. If it were just one maybe I could see it but as soon as I release one diarrhea I know there’s more coming and by the third or fourth I’m really over it.Expand QuoteI enjoy a nice diarrhea.[close][close]
I'm not exactly tolerant of milk, not because I am a bigot, I just can't stomach it like I did in my youth. However, I still enjoy waking out of a dead sleep to hit the toilet at 3 AM like a ton of bricks after drinking whole milk all night like a wombat, then going back to bed feeling victorious.[close]
Ever had a colonoscopy? They give you a laxative the day before and it’s like your soul evacuates your body from your butt.
new vid was fucked up gnarly but i'd always rather watch them skate in SFExpand QuoteNew GX edit kinda bored me. I liked the tricks, but the languid pace just makes me drift[close]
GX1000 is boring and they do the same thing every video.
New GX edit kinda bored me. I liked the tricks, but the languid pace just makes me drift
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIm stoked if I do a nice, solid poop that slides out and doesn’t take any effort. But diarrhea? I dunno man that’s not really fun. If it were just one maybe I could see it but as soon as I release one diarrhea I know there’s more coming and by the third or fourth I’m really over it.Expand QuoteI enjoy a nice diarrhea.[close][close]
I'm not exactly tolerant of milk, not because I am a bigot, I just can't stomach it like I did in my youth. However, I still enjoy waking out of a dead sleep to hit the toilet at 3 AM like a ton of bricks after drinking whole milk all night like a wombat, then going back to bed feeling victorious.[close]
Ever had a colonoscopy? They give you a laxative the day before and it’s like your soul evacuates your body from your butt.[close]
In a good way or bad way?
Expand QuoteGX1000 is boring and they do the same thing every video.[close]
you could just say you cant skate hills
also you're doing incredible in the tdf rn. way strong. j.v. has the better team tho..
This is dumb and you know itExpand QuoteGX1000 is boring and they do the same thing every video.[close]
you could just say you cant skate hills
Robert Neal was like Bruce Banner and pushed Carlisle Aikens out the way and caught the full blast of this phenomenonExpand QuoteIs it unpopular to not like Tony Hawk as a personality? People get so hyped to have him on a podcast but man I can't stand listening to him. Respect the hell out of him of course tho
Gravette is forever fuckin sick[close]
Just anecdotally, it seems like TH had an upsurge of support on slap a year or two ago but that has since soured.
My opinion: His kid is dating Kurt Cobain’s kid and that has created a critical mass of 90’s genetic nostalgia which has collapsed into a self-perpetuating wormhole radiating Hot Wheels and Bagel Bites collabs out into the universe to fund the man’s ever-growing fine wine and false eyebrow budget.
Expand QuoteGX1000 is boring and they do the same thing every video.[close]
you could just say you cant skate hills
also you're doing incredible in the tdf rn. way strong. j.v. has the better team tho..
Expand QuoteGX1000 is boring and they do the same thing every video.[close]
you could just say you cant skate hills.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteIm stoked if I do a nice, solid poop that slides out and doesn’t take any effort. But diarrhea? I dunno man that’s not really fun. If it were just one maybe I could see it but as soon as I release one diarrhea I know there’s more coming and by the third or fourth I’m really over it.Expand QuoteI enjoy a nice diarrhea.[close][close]
I'm not exactly tolerant of milk, not because I am a bigot, I just can't stomach it like I did in my youth. However, I still enjoy waking out of a dead sleep to hit the toilet at 3 AM like a ton of bricks after drinking whole milk all night like a wombat, then going back to bed feeling victorious.[close]
Ever had a colonoscopy? They give you a laxative the day before and it’s like your soul evacuates your body from your butt.[close]
In a good way or bad way?[close]
Good, though a bit frightening. And DO NOT gamble a fart on the way to the toilet. You will lose.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteGX1000 is boring and they do the same thing every video.[close]
you could just say you cant skate hills.[close]
I’ve bombed hills in the Adirondacks. Take a lap bud
I don't care about Beatrice any which way, like that whole discussion is super uninteresting and if I skated Vans still id buy her shoe and just scratch off the name.
It's just a giant circle jerk of the most polarizing arguments on the subject and there is zero impact on her status as a skateboarder as a result. But at a point it's time to move on from the topic.
And where are your hillbomb clips buddy? Oh you ride a one-wheel. Cool, got it. LolExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteGX1000 is boring and they do the same thing every video.[close]
you could just say you cant skate hills.[close]
I’ve bombed hills in the Adirondacks. Take a lap bud[close]
oh cool, you rode down a hill w/ 0 traffic. congrats on longboarding
And where are your hillbomb clips buddy? Oh you ride a one-wheel. Cool, got it. LolExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteGX1000 is boring and they do the same thing every video.[close]
you could just say you cant skate hills.[close]
I’ve bombed hills in the Adirondacks. Take a lap bud[close]
oh cool, you rode down a hill w/ 0 traffic. congrats on longboarding[close]
Your handle is also wane Brady so that tells me all I need to know lol
Expand QuoteIt's just a giant circle jerk of the most polarizing arguments on the subject and there is zero impact on her status as a skateboarder as a result. But at a point it's time to move on from the topic.[close]
Wait, you mean you DON'T like an eternal loop of 'Beatrice/Dill lower the bar for female skaters' and 'Being pro is about more than being a skilled skater'?
I’d rather watch a primitive video….I'd rather watch a Natural Koncept video than a Primitive video.
I'd rather watch a Natural Koncept video than a Primitive video.Expand QuoteI’d rather watch a primitive video….[close]
Skateboarding gets a bit depressingI sometimes get stressed when skating with other people and then I’m bummed out later. I realize I usually like skating alone but I also like seeing friends. I try to break it up- skate a few times with friends, then skate alone a few times. It kind of helps.
I sometimes get stressed when skating with other people and then I’m bummed out later. I realize I usually like skating alone but I also like seeing friends. I try to break it up- skate a few times with friends, then skate alone a few times. It kind of helps.Expand QuoteSkateboarding gets a bit depressing[close]
Skateboarding gets a bit depressing
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anyway let the freaks loose on BATB. I wanna see nollie triple flippers vs nollie triple flippers. Keep the srs pros out. Make it weird. The world is crumbling so let's just enjoy it.
Makes sense- I have a friend who every now and then rages and everyone sort of starts backing away. I don’t get too upset anymore thoExpand QuoteI sometimes get stressed when skating with other people and then I’m bummed out later. I realize I usually like skating alone but I also like seeing friends. I try to break it up- skate a few times with friends, then skate alone a few times. It kind of helps.Expand QuoteSkateboarding gets a bit depressing[close][close]
I never skate as well when I'm alone.
Typically I skate twice during the week, those are solo "maintenance" sessions.
Then one big "public" session on the weekend with my friends.
I always skate significantly better at the big weekend sesh with friends.
I had a solo session last week where I decided to go to a flat spot and really knuckle down on getting my hardflips back.
I tried at least 50 in a row and never even came close, I won't even lie I legit almost cried because I'm working so fucking hard and they're just not happening.
Cut to Saturday and I'm at a session with 5 or 6 friends, I was practically landing them on command like it was nothing.
I just don't get it but skating alone I guess I just don't have the hype and shit just doesn't work for me. Sucks.
But it kinda makes sense, the angrier I get, the less likely I am to even come close to landing whatever I'm battling.
When I'm alone, for some reason, I'll fucking RAGE about not landing tricks.
But when I'm surrounded by other people my temper stays in check, like I don't know why but I genuinely don't get mad when I'm surrounded by friends, I just laugh it off and keep going and everything works out wayyyyyyy better.
the current trend of oldies music in video parts is some of the worst, everything about it is cheap, like yeah man that oldies song sure gets me psyched to go grab my boardyou must have started skating 2 months ago if you think oldies in videos is a “current trend”
I’ve been fine tuning this, but my new approach is any trick that I can do….I don’t try more than 5 times….I then move on and come back to it later…..
I also do what I call the circle of failure where I try three tricks at once and keep doing it until I land all three…. Then I call it the circle of success……
Expand QuoteI’ve been fine tuning this, but my new approach is any trick that I can do….I don’t try more than 5 times….I then move on and come back to it later…..
I also do what I call the circle of failure where I try three tricks at once and keep doing it until I land all three…. Then I call it the circle of success……[close]
I have a similar routine with the few tricks I can do. Helps keep the frustration down and the fun up.
i should have worded my post better, i know its nothing new but recently a lot of them seem to be love songs, Patrick Pramans real part, gx1000 rain video, i dont get it personallyyou must have started skating 2 months ago if you think oldies in videos is a “current trend”Expand Quotethe current trend of oldies music in video parts is some of the worst, everything about it is cheap, like yeah man that oldies song sure gets me psyched to go grab my board[close]
you must have started skating 2 months ago if you think oldies in videos is a “current trend”Expand Quotethe current trend of oldies music in video parts is some of the worst, everything about it is cheap, like yeah man that oldies song sure gets me psyched to go grab my board[close]
I wanna see people get paid
Like how the actors be striking
I wanna see the skate homies
Strike. Get more money my homies
Don’t trust Jamie Thomas or
Supreme or my cousin
Stop posting everything in the phone.
But also if that’s how you get by then go for it. Life isn’t all heelflips and vacations. Don’t flex too hard. It’s fake and we all know it.
Expand QuoteI wanna see people get paid
Like how the actors be striking
I wanna see the skate homies
Strike. Get more money my homies
Don’t trust Jamie Thomas or
Supreme or my cousin
Stop posting everything in the phone.
But also if that’s how you get by then go for it. Life isn’t all heelflips and vacations. Don’t flex too hard. It’s fake and we all know it.[close]
Hard to strike if you’re not in a union. Hard to have collective bargaining if your not negotiating with all sponsors as a single entity.
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fr, I remember being a kid just getting into skating years back & hating the oldies songs. Funny how I did a 180 & now love all those songs
The gx1000 dudes seem insufferable to be around
Chicken sucks. Especially in the US where it has to be soaked in chlorine before it can be sold. Yum.
Nirvana sucked.
Expand QuoteNirvana sucked.[close]
What does it feel like to be so, so wrong? Does it itch, or like, is there a burning sensation?
Is it accompanied by fever, body aches or oily discharge?
The gx1000 dudes seem insufferable to be around
I also agree, plenty of talented dudes on the early day’s, however the hijinx with random people who’re mentally fucked it bums me out.Expand QuoteUnpopular opinion.
I never liked Baker, thought it’s was the lowest-common denominator branding. Great skating, but lame concept, graphics, and branding (but probably because I was already over 14 when it came out).[close]
Yeah, too old to care much about this early Baker days. I skate with some people ~10 years younger than me and there was nothing more important to them in 2001 than Baker. By that time, I had been working full time for three years and skating was mostly an afterthought.
Pineapple belongs on pizza.People who don’t like pineapple on pizza hate fun
People who don’t like pineapple on pizza hate funExpand QuotePineapple belongs on pizza.[close]
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fr, I remember being a kid just getting into skating years back & hating the oldies songs. Funny how I did a 180 & now love all those songs[close]
What even is oldies these days?
Tangentially related, seeing as Hudson Hawk is dating Frank’n’Beans Cobain: Nirvana sucked.
the current trend of oldies music in video parts is some of the worst, everything about it is cheap, like yeah man that oldies song sure gets me psyched to go grab my board
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quoteyou must have started skating 2 months ago if you think oldies in videos is a “current trend”Expand Quotethe current trend of oldies music in video parts is some of the worst, everything about it is cheap, like yeah man that oldies song sure gets me psyched to go grab my board[close][close]
fr, I remember being a kid just getting into skating years back & hating the oldies songs. Funny how I did a 180 & now love all those songs[close]
What even is oldies these days?
Tangentially related, seeing as Hudson Hawk is dating Frank’n’Beans Cobain: Nirvana sucked.[close]
I associate the term "oldies" with Motown (The Temptations, The Supremes, The Miracles, etc.) of the 60's and 70's along with the doo wop of the 50's. Growing up in southern California, there were several stations that played these types of songs (K-Earth 101, Kola 99.9, etc) and now those stations have all switched to playing classic rock along with 80's and 90's songs.
So the definitions of what constitutes oldies has shifted over time. With that said, I'm definitely not mad when I hear an oldies track in a skate video when its done right. But I do understand why some people would be put off by it.
Expand QuoteNirvana sucked.[close]
What does it feel like to be so, so wrong? Does it itch, or like, is there a burning sensation?
Is it accompanied by fever, body aches or oily discharge?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteNirvana sucked.[close]
What does it feel like to be so, so wrong? Does it itch, or like, is there a burning sensation?
Is it accompanied by fever, body aches or oily discharge?[close]
Billy/James/Darcy/Matt > Kurt/Kris/Dave/(Pat)
with the exception of ‘immigrant song,’ Led Zeppelin also sucks.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteNirvana sucked.[close]
What does it feel like to be so, so wrong? Does it itch, or like, is there a burning sensation?
Is it accompanied by fever, body aches or oily discharge?[close]
Billy/James/Darcy/Matt > Kurt/Kris/Dave/(Pat)[close]
you mean jimmy chamberlin u fukkin poserino?!
bet some of y'all think the earth is flat or the Beatles are overrated too, huh?I have a friend who firmly believes the Beatles success is all because of George Martin. He’s an otherwise sensible man so I just let it go
Kurdt never woulda been on InfoWarsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteNirvana sucked.[close]
What does it feel like to be so, so wrong? Does it itch, or like, is there a burning sensation?
Is it accompanied by fever, body aches or oily discharge?[close]
Billy/James/Darcy/Matt > Kurt/Kris/Dave/(Pat)/Chad/Dale/Dan/Jason
bet some of y'all think the earth is flat or the Beatles are overrated too, huh?
You didn't realize it was unpopular to dislike Nirvana?
Man, Beatles and Nirvana sucks.
Im not the rock head, but these bands are overrated..how white you most be to love them.
Expand QuoteMan, Beatles and Nirvana sucks.
Im not the rock head, but these bands are overrated..how white you most be to love them.[close]
"how white you most be to love them." - tadej Pog
Billy/James/Darcy/Matt > Kurt/Kris/Dave/(Pat)
Man, Beatles and Nirvana sucks.
Im not the rock head, but these bands are overrated..how white you most be to love them.
Expand Quotebet some of y'all think the earth is flat or the Beatles are overrated too, huh?[close]
I've found people who hate the Beatles are always very eager to inform everyone that they hate the Beatles.
Expand QuoteMan, Beatles and Nirvana sucks.
Im not the rock head, but these bands are overrated..how white you most be to love them.[close]
I must admit that I find The Beatles' music less appealing to my taste. They suck. On the other hand, I believe Nirvana's music is okay and holds up well over time. Recently, after not listening to them for over a decade or more, I had the pleasure of experiencing Nirvana's "Unplugged In New York," on viynl and it was a real treat.So hip. I may not be a big fan of The Beatles, but I do make an exception for "Help," largely influenced by Rodney Mullen. What are you guys even talking about? lol
Expand QuotePeople who don’t like pineapple on pizza hate funExpand QuotePineapple belongs on pizza.[close][close]
Pineapple, ricotta, and ham are an undefeated combo.
Like using the Nowitzki, Finley, and Nash Mavericks lineup in NBA Street vol. 2.
I was in a used record store on St Mark's Place in the early 90s and 2 DJs came in and pulled out Rubber Soul and put the record on the store turntable. They played a break from The Word and it was about as funky as anything I had heard.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteMan, Beatles and Nirvana sucks.
Im not the rock head, but these bands are overrated..how white you most be to love them.[close]
I must admit that I find The Beatles' music less appealing to my taste. They suck. On the other hand, I believe Nirvana's music is okay and holds up well over time. Recently, after not listening to them for over a decade or more, I had the pleasure of experiencing Nirvana's "Unplugged In New York," on viynl and it was a real treat.So hip. I may not be a big fan of The Beatles, but I do make an exception for "Help," largely influenced by Rodney Mullen. What are you guys even talking about? lol[close]
Im hip hop head, but I prefer Hole over Nirvana, maybe cause I assiciated it so much with Appleyard and others skatevideos.
But about Beatles I think they have no sauce, just easy chorus and polished image.
The Beatles are as good as everyone says they are. Phenomenal, genre-bending, game changing band. There isn't enough praise for how brightly they shined for such a brief time. Each member was brilliant and they changed popular music overnight in a way which will never again be replicated.
I thought this was the "2023" unpopular opinion thread, not 1968.
No one will want to remember any of those bands in 20 years.
Might as well be hyping up Bing Crosby and Billie Holliday.
Do y'all listen to anything from 2023? or do we collectively all know it sucks?
I just can't imagine having the position of "this groundbreaking, universally influential artist is overrated because they don't resonate with me, specifically". Like, what a fucking stupid way to think about art lol. I don't even listen to the Beatles that much, but jeeeez.
I thought this was the "2023" unpopular opinion thread, not 1968.
No one will want to remember any of those bands in 20 years.
Might as well be hyping up Bing Crosby and Billie Holliday.
Do y'all listen to anything from 2023? or do we collectively all know it sucks?
Real videos have lately been using some terrible music.
Expand QuoteExpand QuotePeople who don’t like pineapple on pizza hate funExpand QuotePineapple belongs on pizza.[close][close]
Pineapple, ricotta, and ham are an undefeated combo.
Like using the Nowitzki, Finley, and Nash Mavericks lineup in NBA Street vol. 2.[close]
yo wtf
ricotta has no place in that combo you monster. First opinion in this thread to make me mad.
I can get behind that Mavs lineup on Steet though. It's been a minute since I played it but I think I used to go the Sixers. All time best game.
Also if in the 90s, 70s were "oldies" then songs from the 2000s are oldies now.
I wasn’t a fan but I’ll admit it’s better than the awful songs Mason and Tanner most recently skated to.Expand QuoteReal videos have lately been using some terrible music.[close]
I liked Pat Praman’s song. Still nowhere near as bad as Cairo’s Modest Mouse song from Real to Reel.
The Beatles are good but the Kinks are better
I'll die on this hill
The Beatles are as good as everyone says they are. Phenomenal, genre-bending, game changing band. There isn't enough praise for how brightly they shined for such a brief time. Each member was brilliant and they changed popular music overnight in a way which will never again be replicated.
Expand QuoteBilly/James/Darcy/Matt > Kurt/Kris/Dave/(Pat)[close]
I'm kinda with this. If Corgan had died right after Siamese Dream came out or maybe even Mellon Collie, they'd be remembered as absolute titans. Instead they did a buncha bad albums and Billy became a bitter old nut job
hard to imagine Nirvana's sound lasting for another album or two, they'd kinda exhausted their formula
Expand QuoteThe Beatles are as good as everyone says they are. Phenomenal, genre-bending, game changing band. There isn't enough praise for how brightly they shined for such a brief time. Each member was brilliant and they changed popular music overnight in a way which will never again be replicated.[close]
This, this really nails it.
Entire college courses are based around “Tomorrow Never Knows”, and the mystique around its recording achievement. They did thus as kids, with no prior reference points. It can’t be stated enough just how astounding this is.
Also, Kinks are a solid respectable second to the Beatles, and the Stones aren’t even close. The Stones wanted to be anything other than what they are, and American Blues was antiquated in comparison to the sonic expansion of true psychedelia.
I don’t like rockridge
hard to imagine Nirvana's sound lasting for another album or two, they'd kinda exhausted their formulaExpand QuoteBilly/James/Darcy/Matt > Kurt/Kris/Dave/(Pat)[close]
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThe Beatles are as good as everyone says they are. Phenomenal, genre-bending, game changing band. There isn't enough praise for how brightly they shined for such a brief time. Each member was brilliant and they changed popular music overnight in a way which will never again be replicated.[close]
This, this really nails it.
Entire college courses are based around “Tomorrow Never Knows”, and the mystique around its recording achievement. They did thus as kids, with no prior reference points. It can’t be stated enough just how astounding this is.
Also, Kinks are a solid respectable second to the Beatles, and the Stones aren’t even close. The Stones wanted to be anything other than what they are, and American Blues was antiquated in comparison to the sonic expansion of true psychedelia.[close]
Basically every now-standard method of recording was invented in order to document what they were trying to capture on “Tomorrow Never Knows”.
I love the Stones, and I see no need to compare them to the Beatles or the Kinks. They’re only lumped together because of “British Invasion” marketing, but their music stands on its own as one of the great rock and roll bands of all time. They are a much more of a singles band and they put out a tremendous volume of recordings, and lord knows that they’ve overstayed their welcome, but they were recording bangers for decades, right up to “Steel Wheels”.
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Agreed completely. Nirvana was completely out of steam by the time Kurt died and I think this was probably a part of his spiral.
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Agreed completely. Nirvana was completely out of steam by the time Kurt died and I think this was probably a part of his spiral.[close]
I'm not a big nirvana fan but in the two years after Nevermind they put out Unplugged and In Utero.
A career that was three studio album-run that had as much impact as the beatles did, and maybe the best live album of all time? It's not like their last album was an electro-prog experimental mess or anything
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Agreed completely. Nirvana was completely out of steam by the time Kurt died and I think this was probably a part of his spiral.[close]
I'm not a big nirvana fan but in the two years after Nevermind they put out Unplugged and In Utero.
A career that was three studio album-run that had as much impact as the beatles did, and maybe the best live album of all time? It's not like their last album was an electro-prog experimental mess or anything[close]
Or worse… turn into the Foo Fighters. 😂
Expand Quotehard to imagine Nirvana's sound lasting for another album or two, they'd kinda exhausted their formulaExpand QuoteBilly/James/Darcy/Matt > Kurt/Kris/Dave/(Pat)[close][close]
Agreed, Nirvana was completely out of steam by the time Kurt died and I think this was probably a part of his spiral.
Expand QuoteExpand Quotehard to imagine Nirvana's sound lasting for another album or two, they'd kinda exhausted their formulaExpand QuoteBilly/James/Darcy/Matt > Kurt/Kris/Dave/(Pat)[close][close]
Agreed, Nirvana was completely out of steam by the time Kurt died and I think this was probably a part of his spiral.[close]
Nirvana wasn't out of steam, Kurt was out of steam.
I don't mean creatively though, I'm sure he had decades of good songs in him.
Unfortunately, the source of a lot of those great songs would have been the mental anguish he was going through.
I just think there's an important distinction between that and "they'd exhausted their formula"
I don't believe that Kurt was the kind of songwriter that would rest on his laurels and phone in formulaic albums.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotehard to imagine Nirvana's sound lasting for another album or two, they'd kinda exhausted their formulaExpand QuoteBilly/James/Darcy/Matt > Kurt/Kris/Dave/(Pat)[close][close]
Agreed completely. Nirvana was completely out of steam by the time Kurt died and I think this was probably a part of his spiral.[close]
I'm not a big nirvana fan but in the two years after Nevermind they put out Unplugged and In Utero.
A career that was three studio album-run that had as much impact as the beatles did, and maybe the best live album of all time? It's not like their last album was an electro-prog experimental mess or anything[close]
Or worse… turn into the Foo Fighters. 😂
If you run a board brand and don't put the dims or woodshop in your item description you don't deserve my business. "7 plies of north American maple" thanks man I thought it was gonna be eleven plies of Douglas fir thanks for illuminating me broProbably because so many people are fucking bozos when it comes to judging decks. Like they'll buy a new board, accidentally ram it into the corner of a concrete ledge on the first day and then spend the next 25 years walking around saying "nah don't buy Baker decks, they delam too easily". I think board companies are sceptical to share woodshop info as it might associate them with 'other' boards that people might not like.
Real videos have lately been using some terrible music.
I thought this was the "2023" unpopular opinion thread, not 1968.
No one will want to remember any of those bands in 20 years.
Might as well be hyping up Bing Crosby and Billie Holliday.
Do y'all listen to anything from 2023? or do we collectively all know it sucks?
Billy Corgan occupies an odd space for me. Conspiracy kook, but also loves wrestling and is an excellent story teller. Fantastic guitar player, but overstayed his artistic welcome musically speaking.He is easy to classify, he was a cornball suburban wanna be hipster who dreamed of making music like Kevin Shields but wasn't talented or unique.
He’s hard to classify, and it’s easy to say where exactly he should have stopped.
His best is great, and anything lesser is mid. I prefer him to Kurt/Nirvana, but he’s another case of outliving his own mystique.
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Agreed, Nirvana was completely out of steam by the time Kurt died and I think this was probably a part of his spiral.[close]
Nirvana wasn't out of steam, Kurt was out of steam.
I don't mean creatively though, I'm sure he had decades of good songs in him.
Unfortunately, the source of a lot of those great songs would have been the mental anguish he was going through.
I just think there's an important distinction between that and "they'd exhausted their formula"
I don't believe that Kurt was the kind of songwriter that would rest on his laurels and phone in formulaic albums.
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Living Single was funnier than Friends and it wasn’t even close.90s Kim Fields/Regine was more dreamy than anyone on Friends and should have had a 90s haircut named after her.
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Agreed, Nirvana was completely out of steam by the time Kurt died and I think this was probably a part of his spiral.[close]
Nirvana wasn't out of steam, Kurt was out of steam.
I don't mean creatively though, I'm sure he had decades of good songs in him.
Unfortunately, the source of a lot of those great songs would have been the mental anguish he was going through.
I just think there's an important distinction between that and "they'd exhausted their formula"
I don't believe that Kurt was the kind of songwriter that would rest on his laurels and phone in formulaic albums.[close]
Yeah, I agree. This is more articulate way of saying what I was getting at.
I don’t like carne asada fries.
Jeez Louise I would NEVER ADMIT THIS EVER…….Expand QuoteExpand QuoteMan, Beatles and Nirvana sucks.
Im not the rock head, but these bands are overrated..how white you most be to love them.[close]
I must admit that I find The Beatles' music less appealing to my taste. They suck. On the other hand, I believe Nirvana's music is okay and holds up well over time. Recently, after not listening to them for over a decade or more, I had the pleasure of experiencing Nirvana's "Unplugged In New York," on viynl and it was a real treat.So hip. I may not be a big fan of The Beatles, but I do make an exception for "Help," largely influenced by Rodney Mullen. What are you guys even talking about? lol[close]
Im hip hop head, but I prefer Hole over Nirvana, maybe cause I assiciated it so much with Appleyard and others skatevideos.
But about Beatles I think they have no sauce, just easy chorus and polished image.
Jeez Louise I would NEVER ADMIT THIS EVER…….Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMan, Beatles and Nirvana sucks.
Im not the rock head, but these bands are overrated..how white you most be to love them.[close]
I must admit that I find The Beatles' music less appealing to my taste. They suck. On the other hand, I believe Nirvana's music is okay and holds up well over time. Recently, after not listening to them for over a decade or more, I had the pleasure of experiencing Nirvana's "Unplugged In New York," on viynl and it was a real treat.So hip. I may not be a big fan of The Beatles, but I do make an exception for "Help," largely influenced by Rodney Mullen. What are you guys even talking about? lol[close]
Im hip hop head, but I prefer Hole over Nirvana, maybe cause I assiciated it so much with Appleyard and others skatevideos.
But about Beatles I think they have no sauce, just easy chorus and polished image.[close]
That Appletard part was ruined by including the 2 worst songs EVER!!!!
The james webb space telescope has recently found the first evidence of so called "dark stars" (outside of US mall shops).
I'd be kinda hyped on a darkstar comeback
5:05Expand QuoteJeez Louise I would NEVER ADMIT THIS EVER…….Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMan, Beatles and Nirvana sucks.
Im not the rock head, but these bands are overrated..how white you most be to love them.[close]
I must admit that I find The Beatles' music less appealing to my taste. They suck. On the other hand, I believe Nirvana's music is okay and holds up well over time. Recently, after not listening to them for over a decade or more, I had the pleasure of experiencing Nirvana's "Unplugged In New York," on viynl and it was a real treat.So hip. I may not be a big fan of The Beatles, but I do make an exception for "Help," largely influenced by Rodney Mullen. What are you guys even talking about? lol[close]
Im hip hop head, but I prefer Hole over Nirvana, maybe cause I assiciated it so much with Appleyard and others skatevideos.
But about Beatles I think they have no sauce, just easy chorus and polished image.[close]
That Appletard part was ruined by including the 2 worst songs EVER!!!![close]
Violet is a banger.
Expand QuoteJeez Louise I would NEVER ADMIT THIS EVER…….Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteMan, Beatles and Nirvana sucks.
Im not the rock head, but these bands are overrated..how white you most be to love them.[close]
I must admit that I find The Beatles' music less appealing to my taste. They suck. On the other hand, I believe Nirvana's music is okay and holds up well over time. Recently, after not listening to them for over a decade or more, I had the pleasure of experiencing Nirvana's "Unplugged In New York," on viynl and it was a real treat.So hip. I may not be a big fan of The Beatles, but I do make an exception for "Help," largely influenced by Rodney Mullen. What are you guys even talking about? lol[close]
Im hip hop head, but I prefer Hole over Nirvana, maybe cause I assiciated it so much with Appleyard and others skatevideos.
But about Beatles I think they have no sauce, just easy chorus and polished image.[close]
That Appletard part was ruined by including the 2 worst songs EVER!!!![close]
Violet is a banger.
Lil Wayne is the new Jesus
He also survived accidentally shooting himsef so he’s like double JesusExpand QuoteLil Wayne is the new Jesus[close]
His survival of an alleged overdose qualifies for a resurrection from death in my books.
All hail.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotehard to imagine Nirvana's sound lasting for another album or two, they'd kinda exhausted their formulaExpand QuoteBilly/James/Darcy/Matt > Kurt/Kris/Dave/(Pat)[close][close]
Agreed, Nirvana was completely out of steam by the time Kurt died and I think this was probably a part of his spiral.[close]
Nirvana wasn't out of steam, Kurt was out of steam.
I don't mean creatively though, I'm sure he had decades of good songs in him.
Unfortunately, the source of a lot of those great songs would have been the mental anguish he was going through.
I just think there's an important distinction between that and "they'd exhausted their formula"
I don't believe that Kurt was the kind of songwriter that would rest on his laurels and phone in formulaic albums.[close]
Yeah, I agree. This is more articulate way of saying what I was getting at.[close]
agree to both, michael stipe has said that right before kurt died, they had expressed mutual interest in working with each other so that's a direction that kurt may have explored
i fucking hate rem but i would have loved to hear what a rem inspired kurt would come up with
dan drehobl is sick
Popular opinions thread is over thereExpand Quotedan drehobl is sick[close]
That's just a fact.
Popular opinions thread is over thereExpand QuoteExpand Quotedan drehobl is sick[close]
That's just a fact.[close]
Agreed that Hole's first album goes very, very hard. "Miss World" is my jam.
"In Utero" was such an interesting departure from "Nevermind" that I'd have loved to see what Kurt would have had up his sleeve next. "Bleach" is incredible and their Unplugged album is a masterpiece (the best maybe, either that or Alice In Chains). Kurt was a pure artist through and through, and I have faith that, were it not for the unbearable stomach pain, he would have continued to progress his art without compromising his integrity.
(the best maybe, either that or Alice In Chains)
Expand Quote(the best maybe, either that or Alice In Chains)[close]
wut
Ah okay, unplugged album ranking…confusedes back. that with “live albums of all time” a couple pages back…
Objectively incorrect, but that’s okay. I’ve not heard Alice In Chains unplugged but the math’s just not there for it to be better than LL’s deodorant clump. That’s the best of those things. (I can’t listen to Nirvana, not the good Nirvana where he sings at least, probably for the rest of my life).
Best live album is Curtis, obvz
Legend has it that Jesus had a deeper bag of tricks than lil Wayne, though.
Expand QuoteAh okay, unplugged album ranking…confusedes back. that with “live albums of all time” a couple pages back…
Objectively incorrect, but that’s okay. I’ve not heard Alice In Chains unplugged but the math’s just not there for it to be better than LL’s deodorant clump. That’s the best of those things. (I can’t listen to Nirvana, not the good Nirvana where he sings at least, probably for the rest of my life).
Best live album is Curtis, obvz[close]
This unplugged performance blows both Nirvana and Alice In Chains out of the water.
http://youtu.be/l37Tx8GDSLg
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAh okay, unplugged album ranking…confusedes back. that with “live albums of all time” a couple pages back…
Objectively incorrect, but that’s okay. I’ve not heard Alice In Chains unplugged but the math’s just not there for it to be better than LL’s deodorant clump. That’s the best of those things. (I can’t listen to Nirvana, not the good Nirvana where he sings at least, probably for the rest of my life).
Best live album is Curtis, obvz[close]
This unplugged performance blows both Nirvana and Alice In Chains out of the water.
http://youtu.be/l37Tx8GDSLg[close]
https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ (https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ)
This recent unplugged performance was actually really good.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteAh okay, unplugged album ranking…confusedes back. that with “live albums of all time” a couple pages back…
Objectively incorrect, but that’s okay. I’ve not heard Alice In Chains unplugged but the math’s just not there for it to be better than LL’s deodorant clump. That’s the best of those things. (I can’t listen to Nirvana, not the good Nirvana where he sings at least, probably for the rest of my life).
Best live album is Curtis, obvz[close]
This unplugged performance blows both Nirvana and Alice In Chains out of the water.
http://youtu.be/l37Tx8GDSLg[close]
https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ (https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ)
This recent unplugged performance was actually really good.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAh okay, unplugged album ranking…confusedes back. that with “live albums of all time” a couple pages back…
Objectively incorrect, but that’s okay. I’ve not heard Alice In Chains unplugged but the math’s just not there for it to be better than LL’s deodorant clump. That’s the best of those things. (I can’t listen to Nirvana, not the good Nirvana where he sings at least, probably for the rest of my life).
Best live album is Curtis, obvz[close]
This unplugged performance blows both Nirvana and Alice In Chains out of the water.
http://youtu.be/l37Tx8GDSLg[close]
https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ (https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ)
This recent unplugged performance was actually really good.[close]
Haven't watched the entire Juvi one, but I liked the Usher one. He's having a good time. So far the hiphop/R&B tiny desk have been awesome
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=up8ODGFWgFg
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAh okay, unplugged album ranking…confusedes back. that with “live albums of all time” a couple pages back…
Objectively incorrect, but that’s okay. I’ve not heard Alice In Chains unplugged but the math’s just not there for it to be better than LL’s deodorant clump. That’s the best of those things. (I can’t listen to Nirvana, not the good Nirvana where he sings at least, probably for the rest of my life).
Best live album is Curtis, obvz[close]
This unplugged performance blows both Nirvana and Alice In Chains out of the water.
http://youtu.be/l37Tx8GDSLg[close]
https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ (https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ)
This recent unplugged performance was actually really good.[close]
Haven't watched the entire Juvi one, but I liked the Usher one. He's having a good time. So far the hiphop/R&B tiny desk have been awesome
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=up8ODGFWgFg[close]
Love the meme that came out of that Usher one when he was about to perform Confessions.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAh okay, unplugged album ranking…confusedes back. that with “live albums of all time” a couple pages back…
Objectively incorrect, but that’s okay. I’ve not heard Alice In Chains unplugged but the math’s just not there for it to be better than LL’s deodorant clump. That’s the best of those things. (I can’t listen to Nirvana, not the good Nirvana where he sings at least, probably for the rest of my life).
Best live album is Curtis, obvz[close]
This unplugged performance blows both Nirvana and Alice In Chains out of the water.
http://youtu.be/l37Tx8GDSLg[close]
https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ (https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ)
This recent unplugged performance was actually really good.[close]
There was nothing "unplugged" in that video. It's just a live performance.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAh okay, unplugged album ranking…confusedes back. that with “live albums of all time” a couple pages back…
Objectively incorrect, but that’s okay. I’ve not heard Alice In Chains unplugged but the math’s just not there for it to be better than LL’s deodorant clump. That’s the best of those things. (I can’t listen to Nirvana, not the good Nirvana where he sings at least, probably for the rest of my life).
Best live album is Curtis, obvz[close]
This unplugged performance blows both Nirvana and Alice In Chains out of the water.
http://youtu.be/l37Tx8GDSLg[close]
https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ (https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ)
This recent unplugged performance was actually really good.[close]
Haven't watched the entire Juvi one, but I liked the Usher one. He's having a good time. So far the hiphop/R&B tiny desk have been awesome
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=up8ODGFWgFg[close]
Love the meme that came out of that Usher one when he was about to perform Confessions.[close]
https://youtu.be/QrR_gm6RqCo
Goat tiny desk
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAh okay, unplugged album ranking…confusedes back. that with “live albums of all time” a couple pages back…
Objectively incorrect, but that’s okay. I’ve not heard Alice In Chains unplugged but the math’s just not there for it to be better than LL’s deodorant clump. That’s the best of those things. (I can’t listen to Nirvana, not the good Nirvana where he sings at least, probably for the rest of my life).
Best live album is Curtis, obvz[close]
This unplugged performance blows both Nirvana and Alice In Chains out of the water.
http://youtu.be/l37Tx8GDSLg[close]
https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ (https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ)
This recent unplugged performance was actually really good.[close]
Haven't watched the entire Juvi one, but I liked the Usher one. He's having a good time. So far the hiphop/R&B tiny desk have been awesome
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=up8ODGFWgFg[close]
Love the meme that came out of that Usher one when he was about to perform Confessions.[close]
https://youtu.be/QrR_gm6RqCo
Goat tiny desk[close]
Thundercat x Mac Miller is the shit - "there's just something about it"
East Coast skating takes itself too seriously
Eh with the late shuv they catch the board too close to the ground. I usually like a nice high catch.I'm exaggerating a bit but every couple years the late shove and bigspin come back for a minute and they're a bit better. Kairi is so smooth I can see the technique getting figured out where the catch comes earlier
I'm exaggerating a bit but every couple years the late shove and bigspin come back for a minute and they're a bit better. Kairi is so smooth I can see the technique getting figured out where the catch comes earlierExpand QuoteEh with the late shuv they catch the board too close to the ground. I usually like a nice high catch.[close]
Late shove it and bigspin looks better than regular shove it and bigspin.
It's the thread for it.Expand QuoteLate shove it and bigspin looks better than regular shove it and bigspin.[close]
This is a truly fried take. Well done.
We see so many mediocre ones that people forget how good pop shuvs can lookExpand QuoteI'm exaggerating a bit but every couple years the late shove and bigspin come back for a minute and they're a bit better. Kairi is so smooth I can see the technique getting figured out where the catch comes earlierExpand QuoteEh with the late shuv they catch the board too close to the ground. I usually like a nice high catch.[close][close]
I kinda agree on the bigspin, I kinda like it when they look like a back 180 with a late shuv.
But with pop shuvs I definitely prefer them tweaked out and caught at their peak height.
In fact, I've always thought a really well executed pop shuv is one of the best looking tricks in skateboarding.
We see so many mediocre ones that people forget how good pop shuvs can lookExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm exaggerating a bit but every couple years the late shove and bigspin come back for a minute and they're a bit better. Kairi is so smooth I can see the technique getting figured out where the catch comes earlierExpand QuoteEh with the late shuv they catch the board too close to the ground. I usually like a nice high catch.[close][close]
I kinda agree on the bigspin, I kinda like it when they look like a back 180 with a late shuv.
But with pop shuvs I definitely prefer them tweaked out and caught at their peak height.
In fact, I've always thought a really well executed pop shuv is one of the best looking tricks in skateboarding.[close]
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAh okay, unplugged album ranking…confusedes back. that with “live albums of all time” a couple pages back…
Objectively incorrect, but that’s okay. I’ve not heard Alice In Chains unplugged but the math’s just not there for it to be better than LL’s deodorant clump. That’s the best of those things. (I can’t listen to Nirvana, not the good Nirvana where he sings at least, probably for the rest of my life).
Best live album is Curtis, obvz[close]
This unplugged performance blows both Nirvana and Alice In Chains out of the water.
http://youtu.be/l37Tx8GDSLg[close]
https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ (https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ)
This recent unplugged performance was actually really good.[close]
Haven't watched the entire Juvi one, but I liked the Usher one. He's having a good time. So far the hiphop/R&B tiny desk have been awesome
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=up8ODGFWgFg[close]
Love the meme that came out of that Usher one when he was about to perform Confessions.[close]
https://youtu.be/QrR_gm6RqCo
Goat tiny desk
Wheelbase means nothing and it’s the same as shoes
Don’t trust anyone that Ollied the gonz barefoot about shoes. That’s dumb. Obviously dudes feet are special and he don’t care about shoes and is just trying to get some more money and they look like how sketchers used to emotionally. I vomit on your big boi pants just like I vomit on your whasup rockers.
Expand QuoteI'm exaggerating a bit but every couple years the late shove and bigspin come back for a minute and they're a bit better. Kairi is so smooth I can see the technique getting figured out where the catch comes earlierExpand QuoteEh with the late shuv they catch the board too close to the ground. I usually like a nice high catch.[close][close]
I kinda agree on the bigspin, I kinda like it when they look like a back 180 with a late shuv.
But with pop shuvs I definitely prefer them tweaked out and caught at their peak height.
In fact, I've always thought a really well executed pop shuv is one of the best looking tricks in skateboarding.
East Coast skating takes itself too seriouslyThat is true with NYC skateboarding. But here in Massachusetts, we’re still just kids having fun and ripping around like anywhere else.
Fakie front bigspin ain't that bad of a trick
Expand QuoteFakie front bigspin ain't that bad of a trick[close]
Like towards your toes? Or your heels?
Wtf does that even mean? I hate when people say this so much. When I do a fs shuv, the tail goes towards my toes and my nose towards my heels? So where does it go?Expand QuoteFakie front bigspin ain't that bad of a trick[close]
Like towards your toes? Or your heels?
You guys are my friends then!That is true with NYC skateboarding. But here in Massachusetts, we’re still just kids having fun and ripping around like anywhere else.Expand QuoteEast Coast skating takes itself too seriously[close]
GH negatively affects the reputation of Sci-fi fantasyhttps://www.instagram.com/p/CQ_ftbCMMa2/?igshid=NjIwNzIyMDk2Mg==
https://www.instagram.com/p/CQ_ftbCMMa2/?igshid=NjIwNzIyMDk2Mg==Expand QuoteGH negatively affects the reputation of Sci-fi fantasy[close]
I think there is far worse offenders
Expand Quotehttps://www.instagram.com/p/CQ_ftbCMMa2/?igshid=NjIwNzIyMDk2Mg==Expand QuoteGH negatively affects the reputation of Sci-fi fantasy[close]
I think there is far worse offenders[close]
Nah he’s worse than that I ain’t never beat my meat to GH getting hit from the back by Ray J frfr on god
https://www.instagram.com/reel/CucHaJEKErt/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==You are fucked up person my GExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWheelbase means nothing and it’s the same as shoes
Don’t trust anyone that Ollied the gonz barefoot about shoes. That’s dumb. Obviously dudes feet are special and he don’t care about shoes and is just trying to get some more money and they look like how sketchers used to emotionally. I vomit on your big boi pants just like I vomit on your whasup rockers.[close]
kickflip a 50 inch longboard that has a nose & tail
do it slut, then come back to big daddy switchfakie who'll wipe your tears away assuring you wheelbase matters[close]
Stop teasing me with war.
I am not amused
The only way we live it is off the grind.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IG76Rf28MQAExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAh okay, unplugged album ranking…confusedes back. that with “live albums of all time” a couple pages back…
Objectively incorrect, but that’s okay. I’ve not heard Alice In Chains unplugged but the math’s just not there for it to be better than LL’s deodorant clump. That’s the best of those things. (I can’t listen to Nirvana, not the good Nirvana where he sings at least, probably for the rest of my life).
Best live album is Curtis, obvz[close]
This unplugged performance blows both Nirvana and Alice In Chains out of the water.
http://youtu.be/l37Tx8GDSLg[close]
https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ (https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ)
This recent unplugged performance was actually really good.[close]
Haven't watched the entire Juvi one, but I liked the Usher one. He's having a good time. So far the hiphop/R&B tiny desk have been awesome
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=up8ODGFWgFg[close]
Love the meme that came out of that Usher one when he was about to perform Confessions.[close]
https://youtu.be/QrR_gm6RqCo
Goat tiny desk[close]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CIjXUg1s5gc
This is the one
Stylin on you with a dickprinthttps://www.instagram.com/reel/CucHaJEKErt/?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==Expand QuoteYou are fucked up person my GExpand QuoteExpand QuoteWheelbase means nothing and it’s the same as shoes
Don’t trust anyone that Ollied the gonz barefoot about shoes. That’s dumb. Obviously dudes feet are special and he don’t care about shoes and is just trying to get some more money and they look like how sketchers used to emotionally. I vomit on your big boi pants just like I vomit on your whasup rockers.[close]
kickflip a 50 inch longboard that has a nose & tail
do it slut, then come back to big daddy switchfakie who'll wipe your tears away assuring you wheelbase matters[close]
Stop teasing me with war.
I am not amused
The only way we live it is off the grind.[close]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IG76Rf28MQAExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteAh okay, unplugged album ranking…confusedes back. that with “live albums of all time” a couple pages back…
Objectively incorrect, but that’s okay. I’ve not heard Alice In Chains unplugged but the math’s just not there for it to be better than LL’s deodorant clump. That’s the best of those things. (I can’t listen to Nirvana, not the good Nirvana where he sings at least, probably for the rest of my life).
Best live album is Curtis, obvz[close]
This unplugged performance blows both Nirvana and Alice In Chains out of the water.
http://youtu.be/l37Tx8GDSLg[close]
https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ (https://youtu.be/kes2P4IC2bQ)
This recent unplugged performance was actually really good.[close]
Haven't watched the entire Juvi one, but I liked the Usher one. He's having a good time. So far the hiphop/R&B tiny desk have been awesome
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=up8ODGFWgFg[close]
Love the meme that came out of that Usher one when he was about to perform Confessions.[close]
https://youtu.be/QrR_gm6RqCo
Goat tiny desk[close]
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CIjXUg1s5gc
This is the one[close]
i don't know, this one is pretty good! costars chuck treece even so thats mcrad
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteFakie front bigspin ain't that bad of a trick[close]
Like towards your toes? Or your heels?[close]
If you have to ask you can’t afford (to do) it.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteFakie front bigspin ain't that bad of a trick[close]
Like towards your toes? Or your heels?[close]
If you have to ask you can’t afford (to do) it.[close]
I know which is which, but am aware other people can mix it up. While it isn’t that bad of a trick, it isn’t that good of a trick either. “Fat kid” tricks
No denying Mullens positively huge impact on skateboarding and his skill, but fuck me dead i cant listen to the cunt talk on his Ted talk / mindset bullshit. His whole schtick seems so contrived it shits me to fuckin tears. You hear him talk in casual interviews and he isnt on that full pelt rainman bullshit, but just pulls it out to sound more intellectual.
https://youtu.be/cmA55DOJrB8 (https://youtu.be/cmA55DOJrB8)
Vs
https://youtu.be/8wZcEsmG568 (https://youtu.be/8wZcEsmG568)
Ahh ok thats better.
Expand QuoteNo denying Mullens positively huge impact on skateboarding and his skill, but fuck me dead i cant listen to the cunt talk on his Ted talk / mindset bullshit. His whole schtick seems so contrived it shits me to fuckin tears. You hear him talk in casual interviews and he isnt on that full pelt rainman bullshit, but just pulls it out to sound more intellectual.
https://youtu.be/cmA55DOJrB8 (https://youtu.be/cmA55DOJrB8)
Vs
https://youtu.be/8wZcEsmG568 (https://youtu.be/8wZcEsmG568)
Ahh ok thats better.[close]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNFn2mPDhr4 (http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JNFn2mPDhr4)
No denying Mullens positively huge impact on skateboarding and his skill, but fuck me dead i cant listen to the cunt talk on his Ted talk / mindset bullshit. His whole schtick seems so contrived it shits me to fuckin tears. You hear him talk in casual interviews and he isnt on that full pelt rainman bullshit, but just pulls it out to sound more intellectual.
You should get kooked 5 times automatically whenever you quote a stupidly long post.
2 full phone screens for radcunts last post above
You should get kooked 5 times automatically whenever you quote a stupidly long post.
2 full phone screens for radcunts last post above
No denying Mullens positively huge impact on skateboarding and his skill, but fuck me dead i cant listen to the cunt talk on his Ted talk / mindset bullshit. His whole schtick seems so contrived it shits me to fuckin tears. You hear him talk in casual interviews and he isnt on that full pelt rainman bullshit, but just pulls it out to sound more intellectual.
https://youtu.be/cmA55DOJrB8 (https://youtu.be/cmA55DOJrB8)
Vs
https://youtu.be/8wZcEsmG568 (https://youtu.be/8wZcEsmG568)
Ahh ok thats better.
Right there with you guys. I made it 10 seconds into that "Embrace Your Pain" video before it become unbearable.
No denying Mullens positively huge impact on skateboarding and his skill, but fuck me dead i cant listen to the cunt talk on his Ted talk / mindset bullshit. His whole schtick seems so contrived it shits me to fuckin tears. You hear him talk in casual interviews and he isnt on that full pelt rainman bullshit, but just pulls it out to sound more intellectual.I was scrolling quickly and thought the first video was (for some reason) and recent Evan Dando interview and I got hyped. Then saw it was inspirational Rodney Mullen and got bummed. (It's a shame.)
https://youtu.be/cmA55DOJrB8 (https://youtu.be/cmA55DOJrB8)
Vs
https://youtu.be/8wZcEsmG568 (https://youtu.be/8wZcEsmG568)
Ahh ok thats better.
Anyone else watch X Games women’s park and hear them talking about old vert pros mentoring these underage girls? I hope there’s no grooming going on.
I’m not a QAnon cultist. Apparently that group did their job because now we can’t talk about grooming without being accused of being engaged in “sex panic”.Expand QuoteAnyone else watch X Games women’s park and hear them talking about old vert pros mentoring these underage girls? I hope there’s no grooming going on.[close]
It's cool that someone named "SatanicPanic" is eager to engage in the current sex panic.
Red Bull is a net positive on arts/culture.
Red Bull is a net positive on arts/culture.
Just finished simulation (loved it) but I gotta say I just don’t understand the Jon Rowe fascination. He’s a very good skater in general but his footage never does it for me. I actually rewinded the video cause I went from dying to skate to getting distracted and bored and wanted to watch Josh Wilson’s part again.
I miss Al DavisMe too.
DGK does the most good on behalf of skateboarding right now.By making weed bucket hats?
By making weed bucket hats?Expand QuoteDGK does the most good on behalf of skateboarding right now.[close]
I miss Al Davis
Bro he's talking about his skating, he's not saying he misses having Al around raping girls. Can't really talk shit about his skating IMOMe too.Expand QuoteI miss Al Davis[close]
His kid Mark sold the team to Vegas & now I’m stuck with the fuxxin 49ers.
Oh, wait… you meant rapist Al Davis, the skateboarder.
Yeah…
No.
Screw that creepy guy; why you miss a dude what do them things to a person that is somebody’s sister, daughter, mother?
You an odd bird, ol’ Luddy, but you go on & do you while the rest of us keep suspicious eye on you whenever you’re remotely near a female human being.
What a yucky thing to express, but go ahead bb, you do you & we’ll just steer well clear of your creepy ass.
Yeah I also miss Al's skating. Really wish he wasn't a scumbag tho.Bro he's talking about his skating, he's not saying he misses having Al around raping girls. Can't really talk shit about his skating IMOExpand QuoteMe too.Expand QuoteI miss Al Davis[close]
His kid Mark sold the team to Vegas & now I’m stuck with the fuxxin 49ers.
Oh, wait… you meant rapist Al Davis, the skateboarder.
Yeah…
No.
Screw that creepy guy; why you miss a dude what do them things to a person that is somebody’s sister, daughter, mother?
You an odd bird, ol’ Luddy, but you go on & do you while the rest of us keep suspicious eye on you whenever you’re remotely near a female human being.
What a yucky thing to express, but go ahead bb, you do you & we’ll just steer well clear of your creepy ass.[close]
Not only is skateboarding a sport by almost any definition, but the constant conversation and speculation here about professional skaters moves, the discussion of the various skate "teams", the SOTY race, Street League and X-Games etc. are all functionally identical to the way fans of football, baseball, etc. all discuss their preferred sports.
Not only is skateboarding a sport by almost any definition, but the constant conversation and speculation here about professional skaters moves, the discussion of the various skate "teams", the SOTY race, Street League and X-Games etc. are all functionally identical to the way fans of football, baseball, etc. all discuss their preferred sports.To me this is mostly online nerd shit. The majority of conversations I hear about skateboarding (even here) is about who did what and where, who’s got good style, which videos are good. I almost never hear IRL conversations like “can you believe Leticia is off Monarch!?!”. No one cares. Aesthetics is more important.
It’s peak summer yet some of you are online looking too close at Beatrice content lol
To me this is mostly online nerd shit. The majority of conversations I hear about skateboarding (even here) is about who did what and where, who’s got good style, which videos are good. I almost never hear IRL conversations like “can you believe Leticia is off Monarch!?!”. No one cares. Aesthetics is more important.Expand QuoteNot only is skateboarding a sport by almost any definition, but the constant conversation and speculation here about professional skaters moves, the discussion of the various skate "teams", the SOTY race, Street League and X-Games etc. are all functionally identical to the way fans of football, baseball, etc. all discuss their preferred sports.[close]
Expand QuoteIt’s peak summer yet some of you are online looking too close at Beatrice content lol[close]
Too fucking hot to go outside[/bold]
It’s peak summer yet some of you are online looking too close at Beatrice content lolNice try i ain't going outside
Here’s an unpopular opinion. Skating in the winter>skating in the summer. I live in Massachusetts and I’d rather skate in 30 degree weather than 85. Once you warm up you’re good when it’s cold but hot weather makes a two hour session feel like an 8 hour session. Plus by boards get soggy after like two and half weeks in this humidity
You’re all goddamn nerds to me.
Late summer/early autumn evenings are my golden hour
People who don’t dip the fries in the Frosty have an unenviable palate.Vanilla frosty >>>> chocolate frosty
Skating board that has trucks flush to deck fucking sucks and is some peak normie shit
Hot rod or magic carpet is the way to go
Vanilla frosty >>>> chocolate frostyExpand QuotePeople who don’t dip the fries in the Frosty have an unenviable palate.[close]
id say a majority of people learn new tricks just to flex on each other
skateboarding is one of the most self absorbed pastimes. id say a majority of people learn new tricks just to flex on each otherI just want to see cool shit. If a friend learns a trick I’m genuinely stoked, both for them and for me cause I get to see it.
Almost all steeze is fake steeze. Some are just better at selling it than others.Is it fake to want your skating to look good?
Here’s an unpopular opinion. Skating in the winter>skating in the summer. I live in Massachusetts and I’d rather skate in 30 degree weather than 85. Once you warm up you’re good when it’s cold but hot weather makes a two hour session feel like an 8 hour session. Plus by boards get soggy after like two and half weeks in this humidityAs someone who’s also living in mass, this summer in general has just kinda sucked this year. So I been focusing more on cruising and slappies to stay skating without getting the fatigue from the sun. Plus waking up early to skate is good
As someone who’s also living in mass, this summer in general has just kinda sucked this year. So I been focusing more on cruising and slappies to stay skating without getting the fatigue from the sun. Plus waking up early to skate is goodExpand QuoteHere’s an unpopular opinion. Skating in the winter>skating in the summer. I live in Massachusetts and I’d rather skate in 30 degree weather than 85. Once you warm up you’re good when it’s cold but hot weather makes a two hour session feel like an 8 hour session. Plus by boards get soggy after like two and half weeks in this humidity[close]
My skin type is vampire and skating with half inch layer of sunscreen ain't that niceExpand QuoteAs someone who’s also living in mass, this summer in general has just kinda sucked this year. So I been focusing more on cruising and slappies to stay skating without getting the fatigue from the sun. Plus waking up early to skate is goodExpand QuoteHere’s an unpopular opinion. Skating in the winter>skating in the summer. I live in Massachusetts and I’d rather skate in 30 degree weather than 85. Once you warm up you’re good when it’s cold but hot weather makes a two hour session feel like an 8 hour session. Plus by boards get soggy after like two and half weeks in this humidity[close][close]
idk why people hate skating summer so much
All it takes is one parking garage or under the bridge spot & you’re set for the season
The best temperature range for any outdoor activity is 55-65. This is why spring/fall skating is better.I like sweating a lot tho. It’s not that humid here so it’s gotta be warmer, like 80
Expand QuoteAs someone who’s also living in mass, this summer in general has just kinda sucked this year. So I been focusing more on cruising and slappies to stay skating without getting the fatigue from the sun. Plus waking up early to skate is goodExpand QuoteHere’s an unpopular opinion. Skating in the winter>skating in the summer. I live in Massachusetts and I’d rather skate in 30 degree weather than 85. Once you warm up you’re good when it’s cold but hot weather makes a two hour session feel like an 8 hour session. Plus by boards get soggy after like two and half weeks in this humidity[close][close]
idk why people hate skating summer so much
All it takes is one parking garage or under the bridge spot & you’re set for the season
The best temperature range for any outdoor activity is 55-65. This is why spring/fall skating is better.
Expand QuoteAs someone who’s also living in mass, this summer in general has just kinda sucked this year. So I been focusing more on cruising and slappies to stay skating without getting the fatigue from the sun. Plus waking up early to skate is goodExpand QuoteHere’s an unpopular opinion. Skating in the winter>skating in the summer. I live in Massachusetts and I’d rather skate in 30 degree weather than 85. Once you warm up you’re good when it’s cold but hot weather makes a two hour session feel like an 8 hour session. Plus by boards get soggy after like two and half weeks in this humidity[close][close]
idk why people hate skating summer so much
All it takes is one parking garage or under the bridge spot & you’re set for the season
You gotta skate both your feet to be a real one.I have a friend, where if he’s cruising around the city he switches between regular/mongo and switch pushing. And when I asked him why he cruised like that he says “works out both my legs”
I have a friend, where if he’s cruising around the city he switches between regular/mongo and switch pushing. And when I asked him why he cruised like that he says “works out both my legs”Expand QuoteYou gotta skate both your feet to be a real one.[close]
Expand QuoteI have a friend, where if he’s cruising around the city he switches between regular/mongo and switch pushing. And when I asked him why he cruised like that he says “works out both my legs”Expand QuoteYou gotta skate both your feet to be a real one.[close][close]
The dream
I enjoy Mikey Taylor Mindfield part. One of the best in the video.
Carpet co. Is kinda lame
Katt Williams is the greatest standup of all time. Yeah there are more “important” guys who broke ground all that shit blah blah blah Katt Williams is funnier in his interviews than they are in their specials. One of the greatest Americans of all time.He’s funny sometimes
Katt Williams is the greatest standup of all time. Yeah there are more “important” guys who broke ground all that shit blah blah blah Katt Williams is funnier in his interviews than they are in their specials. One of the greatest Americans of all time.
Katt Williams is the greatest standup of all time. Yeah there are more “important” guys who broke ground all that shit blah blah blah Katt Williams is funnier in his interviews than they are in their specials. One of the greatest Americans of all time.
Same for me. Been telling my friends what you said about pushing switch too, I can't do it Mongo. Also, for me, when I realized that Mongo was not acceptable, it took me a good month or so to get comfortable pushing with my back foot, it was basically the equivalent to learning a trick.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI have a friend, where if he’s cruising around the city he switches between regular/mongo and switch pushing. And when I asked him why he cruised like that he says “works out both my legs”Expand QuoteYou gotta skate both your feet to be a real one.[close][close]
The dream[close]
Big benefit from starting out pushing mongo. Switch pushes come really naturally, although i can't push mongo in either stance anymore, feels too awkward.
Katt Williams is the greatest standup of all time. Yeah there are more “important” guys who broke ground all that shit blah blah blah Katt Williams is funnier in his interviews than they are in their specials. One of the greatest Americans of all time.
Same for me. Been telling my friends what you said about pushing switch too, I can't do it Mongo. Also, for me, when I realized that Mongo was not acceptable, it took me a good month or so to get comfortable pushing with my back foot, it was basically the equivalent to learning a trick.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI have a friend, where if he’s cruising around the city he switches between regular/mongo and switch pushing. And when I asked him why he cruised like that he says “works out both my legs”Expand QuoteYou gotta skate both your feet to be a real one.[close][close]
The dream[close]
Big benefit from starting out pushing mongo. Switch pushes come really naturally, although i can't push mongo in either stance anymore, feels too awkward.[close]
Expand QuoteKatt Williams is the greatest standup of all time. Yeah there are more “important” guys who broke ground all that shit blah blah blah Katt Williams is funnier in his interviews than they are in their specials. One of the greatest Americans of all time.[close]
This is my true Katt Williams story: Iwas working as an entry-level sound engineer for a post production studio probably back in 2008. Katt was there working on some movie (would not be able to remember the name of it if my life depended on it) and was there late one night doing color correction or something in one of the video rooms. I was working nights at the time and was using the restroom and someone came in and scolded me loudly in the funniest way for basically stinking the room all to hell. He was like, "OH MAN why you have to destroy the environment like this? GOOD GOD what did you eat?" I was just coming out to the stall and saw it was Mr. Williams. He gave me the funniest look and laughed and I laughed back. I’ve thought fondly of him since.
Hockey is modern day Zero with a less skilled team.Oooof
OooofExpand QuoteHockey is modern day Zero with a less skilled team.[close]
that’s a bold statement, what era or video would you say they’re; Mislead youth or Dying to Live?
It is now.OooofExpand QuoteHockey is modern day Zero with a less skilled team.[close]
that’s a bold statement…
Same for me. Been telling my friends what you said about pushing switch too, I can't do it Mongo. Also, for me, when I realized that Mongo was not acceptable, it took me a good month or so to get comfortable pushing with my back foot, it was basically the equivalent to learning a trick.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI have a friend, where if he’s cruising around the city he switches between regular/mongo and switch pushing. And when I asked him why he cruised like that he says “works out both my legs”Expand QuoteYou gotta skate both your feet to be a real one.[close][close]
The dream[close]
Big benefit from starting out pushing mongo. Switch pushes come really naturally, although i can't push mongo in either stance anymore, feels too awkward.[close]
Hockey peaked with Hockey III maybe, would hope Jake Anderson ends up there and breathes some fire into them versus being on FA
Expand QuoteSame for me. Been telling my friends what you said about pushing switch too, I can't do it Mongo. Also, for me, when I realized that Mongo was not acceptable, it took me a good month or so to get comfortable pushing with my back foot, it was basically the equivalent to learning a trick.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI have a friend, where if he’s cruising around the city he switches between regular/mongo and switch pushing. And when I asked him why he cruised like that he says “works out both my legs”Expand QuoteYou gotta skate both your feet to be a real one.[close][close]
The dream[close]
Big benefit from starting out pushing mongo. Switch pushes come really naturally, although i can't push mongo in either stance anymore, feels too awkward.[close][close]
Also like writing (or attempting to write) with your opposite hand.
Hockey peaked with Hockey III maybe, would hope Jake Anderson ends up there and breathes some fire into them versus being on FA
My switch push isn’t great but I definitely prefer it over swongo. Its ugly but I never trip over my feetExpand QuoteSame for me. Been telling my friends what you said about pushing switch too, I can't do it Mongo. Also, for me, when I realized that Mongo was not acceptable, it took me a good month or so to get comfortable pushing with my back foot, it was basically the equivalent to learning a trick.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI have a friend, where if he’s cruising around the city he switches between regular/mongo and switch pushing. And when I asked him why he cruised like that he says “works out both my legs”Expand QuoteYou gotta skate both your feet to be a real one.[close][close]
The dream[close]
Big benefit from starting out pushing mongo. Switch pushes come really naturally, although i can't push mongo in either stance anymore, feels too awkward.[close][close]
Yeah I learned to push switch a couple of years ago and it definitely was like learning to ride a skateboard all over again. To be able to actually push switch and do shit in a natural looking way is one of the hardest tricks in itself. I feel pushing switch mongo is kinda wack, unless the person can actually do it with authority and style a la Tiago, Kalis etc. There are dudes who do crazy switch shit but once they push it looks like they are just learning to skate in their driveway.
Rewatched Misled Youth definitely recognize they’ve got balls of mithril compared to Hockey especially Adrian Lopez beginning part.Expand QuoteOooofExpand QuoteHockey is modern day Zero with a less skilled team.[close]
that’s a bold statement, what era or video would you say they’re; Mislead youth or Dying to Live?[close]
Misled Youth for sure.
Katt Williams is the greatest standup of all time. Yeah there are more “important” guys who broke ground all that shit blah blah blah Katt Williams is funnier in his interviews than they are in their specials. One of the greatest Americans of all time.
Expand QuoteKatt Williams is the greatest standup of all time. Yeah there are more “important” guys who broke ground all that shit blah blah blah Katt Williams is funnier in his interviews than they are in their specials. One of the greatest Americans of all time.[close]
Respectfully fuck no. His first 3 specials were the same reused bits. He's funny in general but greatest stand up? Norm Macdonald, Bill Burr, George Carlin, Paul Mooney, Anthony Jesslenik, Eddie Murphy. So many more.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteKatt Williams is the greatest standup of all time. Yeah there are more “important” guys who broke ground all that shit blah blah blah Katt Williams is funnier in his interviews than they are in their specials. One of the greatest Americans of all time.[close]
Respectfully fuck no. His first 3 specials were the same reused bits. He's funny in general but greatest stand up? Norm Macdonald, Bill Burr, George Carlin, Paul Mooney, Anthony Jesslenik, Eddie Murphy. So many more.[close]
I hate that Louis CK effectively took himself out of this conversation. I’m not complaining he was “cancelled”, just that I’m pissed off I have to picture his stupid red face jerking off to chicks who weren’t interested.
I’m sort of torn on his show basically disappearing because I don’t think he needs the money but it was a singular, often brilliant thing.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteKatt Williams is the greatest standup of all time. Yeah there are more “important” guys who broke ground all that shit blah blah blah Katt Williams is funnier in his interviews than they are in their specials. One of the greatest Americans of all time.[close]
Respectfully fuck no. His first 3 specials were the same reused bits. He's funny in general but greatest stand up? Norm Macdonald, Bill Burr, George Carlin, Paul Mooney, Anthony Jesslenik, Eddie Murphy. So many more.[close]
I hate that Louis CK effectively took himself out of this conversation. I’m not complaining he was “cancelled”, just that I’m pissed off I have to picture his stupid red face jerking off to chicks who weren’t interested.
I’m sort of torn on his show basically disappearing because I don’t think he needs the money but it was a singular, often brilliant thing.[close]
I skated past Louis CK walking with his daughters at Astor Place ten years or so ago.
I thought his show and his role in Parks and Rec were great, but I wasn’t that big on his standup. There’s an unpopular opinion right there.
Unpopular opinion 2: Jim Gaffigan and Mitch Hedberg belong on that list above.
Innovation won't happen in terms of skate "tech" because most skateboarders can't afford to pay more.
Nothing wrong with that but stuff like libtech were charging $200 per board, which is stupid.
Expand QuoteInnovation won't happen in terms of skate "tech" because most skateboarders can't afford to pay more.
Nothing wrong with that but stuff like libtech were charging $200 per board, which is stupid.[close]
There's always a fundamental misunderstanding with these thing premised on the idea that most skateboarders actually want their decks to last a long time. Nobody wants to snap a deck on the first session, but also skaters seem quite happy to be buying a new deck every month or so, even if they sometimes pretend otherwise.
Rewatched Misled Youth definitely recognize they’ve got balls of mithril compared to Hockey especially Adrian Lopez beginning part.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteOooofExpand QuoteHockey is modern day Zero with a less skilled team.[close]
that’s a bold statement, what era or video would you say they’re; Mislead youth or Dying to Live?[close]
Misled Youth for sure.[close]
Hockey does have it’s few talented guys John Fitzgerald and Pabich but their edge and filmer definitely can’t hold a candle to Zero in their prime.
Deklines were actually really good. They felt sturdy and didn’t get blown out or flimsy in a few sessions.They had some weird internal spring/compression thing in the vulc sole; either that or I'm talking out of my ass there. My buddy was on their flow team before becoming a sales rep for them. He gave me a few pairs to try out and they were actually really good for the time. Kind of kooky to wear, but really comfortable. I also got some white leather Circa Combat vulcs about a year before they introduced the Circa Combat line and those were also really good. They might even be in the top 10 best skate shoes I've ever had list :-[
They will never make decks last longer. Planned obsolescence is too good for business.
They will never make decks last longer. Planned obsolescence is too good for business.Counterpoint- they don’t actually make much money on decks. Would probably be better off if they sold you one deck that last six months so you have more money to buy their tshirts.
Neen was wrong. Oil the grill, start on the no-skin side, flip after ~5 minutes.
Expand QuoteNeen was wrong. Oil the grill, start on the no-skin side, flip after ~5 minutes.[close]
without knowing what you're directly referring to, I hate timed recipes for grilling meats etc. Every grill is different, every piece of meat is different.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteNeen was wrong. Oil the grill, start on the no-skin side, flip after ~5 minutes.[close]
without knowing what you're directly referring to, I hate timed recipes for grilling meats etc. Every grill is different, every piece of meat is different.[close]
Salmon. But now I’m thinking I should have wrote 3 minutes.
Neen was wrong. Oil the grill, start on the no-skin side, flip after ~5 minutes.
Expand QuoteRewatched Misled Youth definitely recognize they’ve got balls of mithril compared to Hockey especially Adrian Lopez beginning part.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteOooofExpand QuoteHockey is modern day Zero with a less skilled team.[close]
that’s a bold statement, what era or video would you say they’re; Mislead youth or Dying to Live?[close]
Misled Youth for sure.[close]
Hockey does have it’s few talented guys John Fitzgerald and Pabich but their edge and filmer definitely can’t hold a candle to Zero in their prime.[close]
Roman Pabich is on Uma Landsleds.
Diego Todd and Joe Campos carried Hockey X on their backs.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteRewatched Misled Youth definitely recognize they’ve got balls of mithril compared to Hockey especially Adrian Lopez beginning part.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteOooofExpand QuoteHockey is modern day Zero with a less skilled team.[close]
that’s a bold statement, what era or video would you say they’re; Mislead youth or Dying to Live?[close]
Misled Youth for sure.[close]
Hockey does have it’s few talented guys John Fitzgerald and Pabich but their edge and filmer definitely can’t hold a candle to Zero in their prime.[close]
Roman Pabich is on Uma Landsleds.
Diego Todd and Joe Campos carried Hockey X on their backs.[close]
What’s Cedric Pabich on?
Expand QuoteNeen was wrong. Oil the grill, start on the no-skin side, flip after ~5 minutes.[close]
without knowing what you're directly referring to, I hate timed recipes for grilling meats etc. Every grill is different, every piece of meat is different.
Over 30, no tats, tarps off…..looks weird…..
That would be meExpand QuoteOver 30, no tats, tarps off…..looks weird…..[close]
Okay ima take a guess
You're saying you think it looks weird when a dude is over thirty and is shirtless with no tattoos?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteNeen was wrong. Oil the grill, start on the no-skin side, flip after ~5 minutes.[close]
without knowing what you're directly referring to, I hate timed recipes for grilling meats etc. Every grill is different, every piece of meat is different.[close]
Idk why but you referring to fish as meat just sounds weird. Fish is fish
Neen was wrong. Oil the grill, start on the no-skin side, flip after ~5 minutes.
Expand QuoteNeen was wrong. Oil the grill, start on the no-skin side, flip after ~5 minutes.[close]
you're wrong. crispy salmon skin is so good and you gotta let it cook longer than the no skin side so you get max crunch
Any trick done in shorts would have looked better in pants.I dunno man some people have nice legs
Is fish meat debate needs to be moved to the Beatrice thread for all the aficionados of a pedantic argumentExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteNeen was wrong. Oil the grill, start on the no-skin side, flip after ~5 minutes.[close]
without knowing what you're directly referring to, I hate timed recipes for grilling meats etc. Every grill is different, every piece of meat is different.[close]
Idk why but you referring to fish as meat just sounds weird. Fish is fish[close]
The meat of the fish. The fishiest meat.
I dunno man some people have nice legsExpand QuoteAny trick done in shorts would have looked better in pants.[close]
Any trick done in shorts would have looked better in pants.
Any trick done in shorts would have looked better in pants.
Post a knee pic, pantsboi.Expand QuoteAny trick done in shorts would have looked better in pants.[close]
you got ugly knees or somethin my g ?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C3xkyUqC8-kExpand QuoteAny trick done in shorts would have looked better in pants.[close]
you got ugly knees or somethin my g ?
Huberman is just another credentialed scammer.
I tried some of his techniques for getting over fear in skateboarding and they worked. I wasn’t aware that I was supposed to be sending him money.Expand QuoteHuberman is just another credentialed scammer.[close]
Whats the scam? He doesnt seem to hawk products more than any other podcaster. If anything it seems like he tries to tell people what they can do for free.
I went through a vx/ carbon fiber board phase for awhile and I loved them but there were definitely cons. They’re considerably more expensive, less options in terms of shape and size, shinners hurt like 3x more than a normal deck, and carbon fiber splinters fucking suck. When the board razors down it becomes a flying knife but I’m guilted in to skating it longer than I should because I spent more money on it.Expand QuoteThey will never make decks last longer. Planned obsolescence is too good for business.[close]
I mean, it's wood that's whole job is being stomped on and scraped on concrete, not much planning goes into that obsolescence.
Also, a lot of folks in the core scene relentlessly mock any company that tries to implement new technologies.
Either way, the VX deck I just swapped out lasted close to 3x longer than standard decks last me.
I tried to like && but I cant with this guyWow that's really unpopular opinion right there
Winkowski should start skating a popsicleagreed
Omar Salazar’s Mindfield part does all the things you want from an opening part more than any other opening part ever. It sets the tone, has bangers, brings the energy, and (the underrated part) somehow manages to not be the best or second best part in a video. Even more impressive because it was assumed Mike Mo’s Fully Flared part would hold that title for much longer than it did. It was a really good Inspectah Deck 1st verse of video parts.
Expand QuoteOmar Salazar’s Mindfield part does all the things you want from an opening part more than any other opening part ever. It sets the tone, has bangers, brings the energy, and (the underrated part) somehow manages to not be the best or second best part in a video. Even more impressive because it was assumed Mike Mo’s Fully Flared part would hold that title for much longer than it did. It was a really good Inspectah Deck 1st verse of video parts.[close]
that part is beautiful
Omar Salazar’s Mindfield part does all the things you want from an opening part more than any other opening part ever. It sets the tone, has bangers, brings the energy, and (the underrated part) somehow manages to not be the best or second best part in a video. Even more impressive because it was assumed Mike Mo’s Fully Flared part would hold that title for much longer than it did. It was a really good Inspectah Deck 1st verse of video parts.Love this analogy, gnarred.
I tried to like && but I cant with this guy
I’ve been a loyal Canada Dry drinker for years but dare I say it, seagrams may have them beat. It actually tastes like gingerI like the Canada dry bold it has that ginger taste but it's hard to find where I'm at, I'll have to switch to seagrams. I just had my first Reeds NA ginger beer and it is my new favorite beverage
not to say his advice is totally worthless, but anyone who shills supplements, the majority of which probably do nothing, as much as he does doesn’t seem very trustworthy. also taking kooks like jordan peterson and jocko willink seriously doesn’t help either.Expand QuoteHuberman is just another credentialed scammer.[close]
Whats the scam? He doesnt seem to hawk products more than any other podcaster. If anything it seems like he tries to tell people what they can do for free.
not to say his advice is totally worthless, but anyone who shills supplements, the majority of which probably do nothing, as much as he does doesn’t seem very trustworthy. also taking kooks like jordan peterson and jocko willink seriously doesn’t help either.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHuberman is just another credentialed scammer.[close]
Whats the scam? He doesnt seem to hawk products more than any other podcaster. If anything it seems like he tries to tell people what they can do for free.[close]
Expand QuoteI tried to like && but I cant with this guy[close]
That's unpopular? Andy Anderson is pretty lame
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI tried to like && but I cant with this guy[close]
That's unpopular? Andy Anderson is pretty lame[close]
The unpopular part would be trying to like him in the first place.
Not sure how this is going to be received in this day and age, but I still don't care for any street grabs whatsoever with the single exception of Wes Kremer's 180 Benihanas.
Winkowski should start skating a popsicleAnyone riding one of those 80s shapes is pointlessly handicapping themselves.
Cody Chapman changing minds on this after his killer part in the Lakai video.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI tried to like && but I cant with this guy[close]
That's unpopular? Andy Anderson is pretty lame[close]
The unpopular part would be trying to like him in the first place.
Not sure how this is going to be received in this day and age, but I still don't care for any street grabs whatsoever with the single exception of Wes Kremer's 180 Benihanas.[close]
Street grabs might be fun as a B-roll goof. If you make your career off that type of skating then you're a kook.
Oh damn didn’t know about this stuff. Maybe the guy is a grifterExpand Quotenot to say his advice is totally worthless, but anyone who shills supplements, the majority of which probably do nothing, as much as he does doesn’t seem very trustworthy. also taking kooks like jordan peterson and jocko willink seriously doesn’t help either.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHuberman is just another credentialed scammer.[close]
Whats the scam? He doesnt seem to hawk products more than any other podcaster. If anything it seems like he tries to tell people what they can do for free.[close][close]
I keep getting Instagram ads of huberman on a podcast endorsing these rubber balls you chew on to make your jaw muscles more prominent and aesthetically pleasing
I’m generally skeptical of all these influencers who seem to have solved fitness/well-being with a bunch of “hacks”
Omar Salazar’s Mindfield part does all the things you want from an opening part more than any other opening part ever. It sets the tone, has bangers, brings the energy, and (the underrated part) somehow manages to not be the best or second best part in a video. Even more impressive because it was assumed Mike Mo’s Fully Flared part would hold that title for much longer than it did. It was a really good Inspectah Deck 1st verse of video parts.
thats 90% of his shtick, would be a terrible move tbhAnyone riding one of those 80s shapes is pointlessly handicapping themselves.Expand QuoteWinkowski should start skating a popsicle[close]
Surf rock is cooler than any skate-related music subgenreThis is true
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI tried to like && but I cant with this guy[close]
That's unpopular? Andy Anderson is pretty lame[close]
The unpopular part would be trying to like him in the first place.
Not sure how this is going to be received in this day and age, but I still don't care for any street grabs whatsoever with the single exception of Wes Kremer's 180 Benihanas.[close]
Street grabs might be fun as a B-roll goof. If you make your career off that type of skating then you're a kook.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI tried to like && but I cant with this guy[close]
That's unpopular? Andy Anderson is pretty lame[close]
The unpopular part would be trying to like him in the first place.
Not sure how this is going to be received in this day and age, but I still don't care for any street grabs whatsoever with the single exception of Wes Kremer's 180 Benihanas.[close]
Street grabs might be fun as a B-roll goof. If you make your career off that type of skating then you're a kook.[close]
quim cardona
This is trueExpand QuoteSurf rock is cooler than any skate-related music subgenre[close]
Surf rock is cooler than any skate-related music subgenre
I like the Canada dry bold it has that ginger taste but it's hard to find where I'm at, I'll have to switch to seagrams. I just had my first Reeds NA ginger beer and it is my new favorite beverageExpand QuoteI’ve been a loyal Canada Dry drinker for years but dare I say it, seagrams may have them beat. It actually tastes like ginger[close]
FIDLAR is fucking rad and I would loosely consider the Spits a skate punk band so there’s some stuff out there. I think the problem is that skate punk is just punk where surf rock is really its own sort of thing.Expand QuoteThis is trueExpand QuoteSurf rock is cooler than any skate-related music subgenre[close][close]
Most bands that include skateboarders are not good. Bad shit is a very fitting name for that band. Warish and Harsh Toke are ok and not too offensive.
I recently had the displeasure of seeing Allen Losi's band One Less Zero because a mutual friend had some free tickets and my wife and I had nothing better to do. Would not recommend. It was cool talking to / hanging out with Losi though. He's a really nice guy.
I do like Grand Scheme though. I'm sure there are other decent bands with skateboarders that I just can't think of at the moment.
Expand QuoteOmar Salazar’s Mindfield part does all the things you want from an opening part more than any other opening part ever. It sets the tone, has bangers, brings the energy, and (the underrated part) somehow manages to not be the best or second best part in a video. Even more impressive because it was assumed Mike Mo’s Fully Flared part would hold that title for much longer than it did. It was a really good Inspectah Deck 1st verse of video parts.[close]
That Mike Mo part hasn't stood the test of time IMO, it doesn't measure up openers to Appleyard in Sorry, EE in Baker 3, Arto in Menikmati, Heath in TIS, AVE in multiple classics, etc etc
Surf rock is cooler than any skate-related music subgenreWhat Surf band is better than JFA
Facts. And can't forget.....What Surf band is better than JFAExpand QuoteSurf rock is cooler than any skate-related music subgenre[close]
Expand QuoteOmar Salazar’s Mindfield part does all the things you want from an opening part more than any other opening part ever. It sets the tone, has bangers, brings the energy, and (the underrated part) somehow manages to not be the best or second best part in a video. Even more impressive because it was assumed Mike Mo’s Fully Flared part would hold that title for much longer than it did. It was a really good Inspectah Deck 1st verse of video parts.[close]
That Mike Mo part hasn't stood the test of time IMO, it doesn't measure up openers to Appleyard in Sorry, EE in Baker 3, Arto in Menikmati, Heath in TIS, AVE in multiple classics, etc etc
Expand QuoteOmar Salazar’s Mindfield part does all the things you want from an opening part more than any other opening part ever. It sets the tone, has bangers, brings the energy, and (the underrated part) somehow manages to not be the best or second best part in a video. Even more impressive because it was assumed Mike Mo’s Fully Flared part would hold that title for much longer than it did. It was a really good Inspectah Deck 1st verse of video parts.[close]
That Mike Mo part hasn't stood the test of time IMO, it doesn't measure up openers to Appleyard in Sorry, EE in Baker 3, Arto in Menikmati, Heath in TIS, AVE in multiple classics, etc etc
Exactly. He looks cool on one but I’d like to see what he could do on a popsicle shape. Maybe next phase of his career?Anyone riding one of those 80s shapes is pointlessly handicapping themselves.Expand QuoteWinkowski should start skating a popsicle[close]
Surf rock is cooler than any skate-related music subgenre
Agent Orange’s Living in Darkness is 5/5.
Gnarred for reminding meExpand QuoteI like the Canada dry bold it has that ginger taste but it's hard to find where I'm at, I'll have to switch to seagrams. I just had my first Reeds NA ginger beer and it is my new favorite beverageExpand QuoteI’ve been a loyal Canada Dry drinker for years but dare I say it, seagrams may have them beat. It actually tastes like ginger[close][close]
Vernors
Winkowski should start skating a popsicle
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteOmar Salazar’s Mindfield part does all the things you want from an opening part more than any other opening part ever. It sets the tone, has bangers, brings the energy, and (the underrated part) somehow manages to not be the best or second best part in a video. Even more impressive because it was assumed Mike Mo’s Fully Flared part would hold that title for much longer than it did. It was a really good Inspectah Deck 1st verse of video parts.[close]
That Mike Mo part hasn't stood the test of time IMO, it doesn't measure up openers to Appleyard in Sorry, EE in Baker 3, Arto in Menikmati, Heath in TIS, AVE in multiple classics, etc etc[close]
I think the criteria is reasonably unknown opening a major video..... a lot of those guys were pretty well established. With Mike Mo, he was not known, an am, and he arguably had the best part in the vid....
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI tried to like && but I cant with this guy[close]
That's unpopular? Andy Anderson is pretty lame[close]
The unpopular part would be trying to like him in the first place.
Not sure how this is going to be received in this day and age, but I still don't care for any street grabs whatsoever with the single exception of Wes Kremer's 180 Benihanas.[close]
Street grabs might be fun as a B-roll goof. If you make your career off that type of skating then you're a kook.
Ginger beers are my shit. Reeds usually being the go to. So nice on a hot summer day with a joint in hand. It gives me a natural jolt and wakes things up between the ears.Expand QuoteI like the Canada dry bold it has that ginger taste but it's hard to find where I'm at, I'll have to switch to seagrams. I just had my first Reeds NA ginger beer and it is my new favorite beverageExpand QuoteI’ve been a loyal Canada Dry drinker for years but dare I say it, seagrams may have them beat. It actually tastes like ginger[close][close]
Vernors
The Suicide MachinesFIDLAR is fucking rad and I would loosely consider the Spits a skate punk band so there’s some stuff out there. I think the problem is that skate punk is just punk where surf rock is really its own sort of thing.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThis is trueExpand QuoteSurf rock is cooler than any skate-related music subgenre[close][close]
Most bands that include skateboarders are not good. Bad shit is a very fitting name for that band. Warish and Harsh Toke are ok and not too offensive.
I recently had the displeasure of seeing Allen Losi's band One Less Zero because a mutual friend had some free tickets and my wife and I had nothing better to do. Would not recommend. It was cool talking to / hanging out with Losi though. He's a really nice guy.
I do like Grand Scheme though. I'm sure there are other decent bands with skateboarders that I just can't think of at the moment.[close]
I tried to like && but I cant with this guyI liked Andy at first because he seemed to be such a nerd and I’ve a soft spot for freestyle skating. I want to be open minded with these things.
Transworld soty was cooler than thrasher soty
I tried to like && but I cant with this guy
he could still rip a bowl and do Ho-Hos on a popsicle….thats 90% of his shtick, would be a terrible move tbhExpand QuoteAnyone riding one of those 80s shapes is pointlessly handicapping themselves.Expand QuoteWinkowski should start skating a popsicle[close][close]
Expand QuoteTransworld soty was cooler than thrasher soty[close]
Yeah, Transworld was the shit.
Gotta say, SLAP has become pretty up river....
Tyler Surrey is Mark Suciu for people that aren't smug about having liberal arts degrees. I don't think this is unpopular as much as it's just unspoken
Expand QuoteTyler Surrey is Mark Suciu for people that aren't smug about having liberal arts degrees. I don't think this is unpopular as much as it's just unspoken[close]
I'm pretty sure literally no one thinks this and that this is just another attempt at judging Mark for being an upper middle class kid that went to college.
Tyler Surrey is Mark Suciu for people that aren't smug about having liberal arts degrees. I don't think this is unpopular as much as it's just unspoken
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteTransworld soty was cooler than thrasher soty[close]
Yeah, Transworld was the shit.[close]
And they took the time to recognize videos, ams, readers choice, team, etc.
Looking back we as a culture failed TWS.
Transworld sucked and anyone claiming to be disappointed by its demise is a liar. It brought nothing to the table.Sight Unseen is one of my favorite videos. The vids they released were decent, but I really hated the talking before the actual footage. I don’t know how people managed to listen to the ramblings of semi-literate pros, but are so annoyed by Mark Sucui.
Transworld sucked and anyone claiming to be disappointed by its demise is a liar. It brought nothing to the table.obviously everything they did in the 90s and the videos (up to a period) were great, but i started skating in 2003 and within a few years i already felt i was too "old" for transworld, by that point the skaters they featured and their regular columns/design choices felt mostly aimed towards kids, not to mention the awful ads (deodorant? oscar meyer? the fucking military?) were offputting and constant turnover between staff and owners was apparent. none of these magazines were perfect (maybe the skateboard mag for a few years) but to claim "we failed transworld" when they couldn't keep up with the competition of the time feels silly
Thrasher: Raw, gnarly skateboarding
Skateboarder: Focus on writing and presentation
SLAP: Covered art and skateboarding
Big Brother: Silly and provocative
The Skateboard Mag: Focus on photography
How did Transworld differentiate itself in this sea of options? Annual product issues? Being squeaky clean? It offered no reason for its existence besides its legacy.
(Yes I know all of these magazines didn’t exist at the same time, and my descriptions above are pretty generalized, but at the risk of making this post too long my point still stands).
I was specifically talking about the magazine, but yes I should mention their video output was great at times. Fair is fair.Tony Hawks "Beyond" feature was always good. TWS also had better interviews than Thrasher in an era when pros were a lot weirder/more interesting (Gonz, Blender).
Transworld sucked and anyone claiming to be disappointed by its demise is a liar. It brought nothing to the table.411s? Uno?
Thrasher: Raw, gnarly skateboarding
Skateboarder: Focus on writing and presentation
SLAP: Covered art and skateboarding
Big Brother: Silly and provocative
The Skateboard Mag: Focus on photography
How did Transworld differentiate itself in this sea of options? Annual product issues? Being squeaky clean? It offered no reason for its existence besides its legacy.
(Yes I know all of these magazines didn’t exist at the same time, and my descriptions above are pretty generalized, but at the risk of making this post too long my point still stands).
Transworld sucked and anyone claiming to be disappointed by its demise is a liar. It brought nothing to the table.Kind of agree. It was more like Sports Illustrated than a skate magazine
Thrasher: Raw, gnarly skateboarding
Skateboarder: Focus on writing and presentation
SLAP: Covered art and skateboarding
Big Brother: Silly and provocative
The Skateboard Mag: Focus on photography
How did Transworld differentiate itself in this sea of options? Annual product issues? Being squeaky clean? It offered no reason for its existence besides its legacy.
(Yes I know all of these magazines didn’t exist at the same time, and my descriptions above are pretty generalized, but at the risk of making this post too long my point still stands).
75% of the GX1000 team act like Mark Suciu when they go home to their parents at Thanksgiving.The music in the background of the GX1000 apartment when they’re discussing which hill to bomb:
The Suicide MachinesExpand QuoteFIDLAR is fucking rad and I would loosely consider the Spits a skate punk band so there’s some stuff out there. I think the problem is that skate punk is just punk where surf rock is really its own sort of thing.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThis is trueExpand QuoteSurf rock is cooler than any skate-related music subgenre[close][close]
Most bands that include skateboarders are not good. Bad shit is a very fitting name for that band. Warish and Harsh Toke are ok and not too offensive.
I recently had the displeasure of seeing Allen Losi's band One Less Zero because a mutual friend had some free tickets and my wife and I had nothing better to do. Would not recommend. It was cool talking to / hanging out with Losi though. He's a really nice guy.
I do like Grand Scheme though. I'm sure there are other decent bands with skateboarders that I just can't think of at the moment.[close][close]
Kind of agree. It was more like Sports Illustrated than a skate magazineExpand QuoteTransworld sucked and anyone claiming to be disappointed by its demise is a liar. It brought nothing to the table.
Thrasher: Raw, gnarly skateboarding
Skateboarder: Focus on writing and presentation
SLAP: Covered art and skateboarding
Big Brother: Silly and provocative
The Skateboard Mag: Focus on photography
How did Transworld differentiate itself in this sea of options? Annual product issues? Being squeaky clean? It offered no reason for its existence besides its legacy.
(Yes I know all of these magazines didn’t exist at the same time, and my descriptions above are pretty generalized, but at the risk of making this post too long my point still stands).[close]
Transworld sucked and anyone claiming to be disappointed by its demise is a liar. It brought nothing to the table.
Thrasher: Raw, gnarly skateboarding
Skateboarder: Focus on writing and presentation
SLAP: Covered art and skateboarding
Big Brother: Silly and provocative
The Skateboard Mag: Focus on photography
How did Transworld differentiate itself in this sea of options? Annual product issues? Being squeaky clean? It offered no reason for its existence besides its legacy.
(Yes I know all of these magazines didn’t exist at the same time, and my descriptions above are pretty generalized, but at the risk of making this post too long my point still stands).
Winkowski should start skating apopsiclepolarizer.
Definitely more pictures but the interviews were kind of whatever. And some of the writing was pretentious. Thrasher wasn’t all bad back then- Hesh vs. Fresh was a classic issue, I think that was 98.Expand QuoteKind of agree. It was more like Sports Illustrated than a skate magazineExpand QuoteTransworld sucked and anyone claiming to be disappointed by its demise is a liar. It brought nothing to the table.
Thrasher: Raw, gnarly skateboarding
Skateboarder: Focus on writing and presentation
SLAP: Covered art and skateboarding
Big Brother: Silly and provocative
The Skateboard Mag: Focus on photography
How did Transworld differentiate itself in this sea of options? Annual product issues? Being squeaky clean? It offered no reason for its existence besides its legacy.
(Yes I know all of these magazines didn’t exist at the same time, and my descriptions above are pretty generalized, but at the risk of making this post too long my point still stands).[close][close]
Transworld was a much thicker magazine with more iconic interviews like the Koston and Mariano interviews in the same magazine.
They also had much better in terms of photography and created way more in solid video content. Everything from dreams of children through duets was A+.
Thrasher was garbage from ‘95 through the mid 00’s and nobody wore their shirts.
Big Brother killed it with the Brown and Yellow issues thought.
The Transworld videos back then were definitely better. Feedback and The Reason were much better and more coherent than what Thrasher was putting out.Agree here. I can’t remember Thrasher putting out any decent videos back then. I liked Slap, it was artier. And subscriptions were $6 a year so it was basically free.
Back then I didn't compare all the mags against one another. I spent my money on subscriptions for all of them and just consumed it all-over and over. I remember liking the Transworld and Big Brother interviews the most and Thrasher interviews felt like they combined both the edgy and serious but didn't index enough in either to present anything the aforementioned 2 couldn't. I oddly don't remember much about Slap.
Beatrice is kinda fineYou might have misunderstood. The problem isn't her being a pro model, it's her having a pro model.
The Transworld videos back then were definitely better. Feedback and The Reason were much better and more coherent than what Thrasher was putting out.
Back then I didn't compare all the mags against one another. I spent my money on subscriptions for all of them and just consumed it all-over and over. I remember liking the Transworld and Big Brother interviews the most and Thrasher interviews felt like they combined both the edgy and serious but didn't index enough in either to present anything the aforementioned 2 couldn't. I oddly don't remember much about Slap.
Yuto Horigome is objectively the best skateboarder to emerge on the scene since Arto Saari in the late-90s.
This goes more so for bigger brands, but there’s no excuse for flubbing a video’s release because you decided not to clear your music.yep, i know music rights have been gumming up a lot of videos at the last minute lately but if you're advertising a hard release date then i don't see a single reason why things shouldn't be good to go by that date
both the nike sb nyjah shoe (current one) and the asics gel flexkee seem like great skate shoes performance-wise and look good in the right colorways. they don't fit my style but they're nowhere near as bad looking as people say
Tbh Nyjahs were pretty shitty shoe for me. I don't know if the new ones have same weird heel that makes your ankles roll easily
Boss Baby Netflix show >>>>>> Boss Baby moviewhich boss baby movie, the first one or Family Business?
Tbh Nyjahs were pretty shitty shoe for me. I don't know if the new ones have same weird heel that makes your ankles roll easily but i fucking hated that. Didn't also last me that long for premium price shoe but i tend to blow up my kickflip spot quite fast
Credit where credit is due, Mikey Taylor is still like the only person to do a front shuv front crook. And it was sick. It sucks to admit it, but there it is.I feel like there must be a lot of people who have done a front shove front crook at this point (altho maybe you're correct as none from parts come to mind) but I do remember Mikey saying it took him 6 hours to get it and I think if any decent skater dedicated 6 hours straight to that trick they could probably get one.
I'm sure there are other examples of it and I'm sure there are ledge technicians out there that could do it, but no one has done it as good. Mikey pops the front shuv so good and grinds the whole bench. It's pains me to say this but damn it's a sick trick.I feel like there must be a lot of people who have done a front shove front crook at this point (altho maybe you're correct as none from parts come to mind) but I do remember Mikey saying it took him 6 hours to get it and I think if any decent skater dedicated 6 hours straight to that trick they could probably get one.Expand QuoteCredit where credit is due, Mikey Taylor is still like the only person to do a front shuv front crook. And it was sick. It sucks to admit it, but there it is.[close]
Expand Quoteboth the nike sb nyjah shoe (current one) and the asics gel flexkee seem like great skate shoes performance-wise and look good in the right colorways. they don't fit my style but they're nowhere near as bad looking as people say[close]
I intend to try the Nyjahs at some point when I find them for the right price. Unfortunately for the Jah, I’m stocked up on skate shoes for the entire year so nothing happening at this time.
Credit where credit is due, Mikey Taylor is still like the only person to do a front shuv front crook. And it was sick. It sucks to admit it, but there it is.
Expand QuoteCredit where credit is due, Mikey Taylor is still like the only person to do a front shuv front crook. And it was sick. It sucks to admit it, but there it is.[close]
Mikey is a corny wanna-be real estate influencer who belongs to a right wing church, but there's no point pretending like that dude didn't rip on a skateboard.
https://youtu.be/sVU47Q86q4o?si=N0P-Z0yTVqCLmCOZ
I feel like there must be a lot of people who have done a front shove front crook at this point (altho maybe you're correct as none from parts come to mind) but I do remember Mikey saying it took him 6 hours to get it and I think if any decent skater dedicated 6 hours straight to that trick they could probably get one.Expand QuoteCredit where credit is due, Mikey Taylor is still like the only person to do a front shuv front crook. And it was sick. It sucks to admit it, but there it is.[close]
Expand QuoteI feel like there must be a lot of people who have done a front shove front crook at this point (altho maybe you're correct as none from parts come to mind) but I do remember Mikey saying it took him 6 hours to get it and I think if any decent skater dedicated 6 hours straight to that trick they could probably get one.Expand QuoteCredit where credit is due, Mikey Taylor is still like the only person to do a front shuv front crook. And it was sick. It sucks to admit it, but there it is.[close][close]
A Clydesdale like workhorse
Eli reed has the worst “pro skater Instagram” and there isn’t a close 2nd.
Expand QuoteEli reed has the worst “pro skater Instagram” and there isn’t a close 2nd.[close]
Boo Johnson? What do you mean by your quotations?
Credit where credit is due, Mikey Taylor is still like the only person to do a front shuv front crook. And it was sick. It sucks to admit it, but there it is.
I'm sure there are other examples of it and I'm sure there are ledge technicians out there that could do it, but no one has done it as good. Mikey pops the front shuv so good and grinds the whole bench. It's pains me to say this but damn it's a sick trick.Expand QuoteI feel like there must be a lot of people who have done a front shove front crook at this point (altho maybe you're correct as none from parts come to mind) but I do remember Mikey saying it took him 6 hours to get it and I think if any decent skater dedicated 6 hours straight to that trick they could probably get one.Expand QuoteCredit where credit is due, Mikey Taylor is still like the only person to do a front shuv front crook. And it was sick. It sucks to admit it, but there it is.[close][close]
What's your favorite ledge trick?Expand QuoteI'm sure there are other examples of it and I'm sure there are ledge technicians out there that could do it, but no one has done it as good. Mikey pops the front shuv so good and grinds the whole bench. It's pains me to say this but damn it's a sick trick.Expand QuoteI feel like there must be a lot of people who have done a front shove front crook at this point (altho maybe you're correct as none from parts come to mind) but I do remember Mikey saying it took him 6 hours to get it and I think if any decent skater dedicated 6 hours straight to that trick they could probably get one.Expand QuoteCredit where credit is due, Mikey Taylor is still like the only person to do a front shuv front crook. And it was sick. It sucks to admit it, but there it is.[close][close][close]
This whole take irks me so much because my favorite ledge trick ever done is a variation of a fs shove fs crook.
Raul Navarro has quite a fs shove fs crook on video.
This one regular.
https://youtu.be/A2TD_kLAQ0M?t=31
This one switch and super nice
https://youtu.be/8q59LxnuBXg?t=328
But my favorite ever is this fs shove fs crook shove out (the hard way). I only have this dailymotion link (at 0:36).
https://www.dailymotion.com/video/x144k7t
Some people may say it is sketchy. For me, the way the shove out bounces against the ledge is absolutely incredible.
I think he is implying that since no mainstream brands sponsor Eli, he is not really a pro anymore.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteEli reed has the worst “pro skater Instagram” and there isn’t a close 2nd.[close]
Boo Johnson? What do you mean by your quotations?[close]
Does he mean everyone but wes?
Does switch count? Lucas did one in Fully Flared
Nik Stain and Beatrice do the same tricks at different speeds.I don’t think Beatrice has ever done a back tail or a fakie manny
Corey duffel was best when he was Tim Burton Cory
What happened to that fire? Walnut Creek generic add cass combs ass fire.what the fuck was wrong with them grass valley boys ? Running. Horse. over. and then tagging them in witchial them? What kinda wizard shit is that? Sounds like a bloody mess and even that’s being chill cuz I’d don’t think y’all is straight up psychos yet but I bet money one day on it . I know Bart don’t run to Nevada city yet mystical Jefferson phillbillies.
Expand QuoteCorey duffel was best when he was Tim Burton Cory
What happened to that fire? Walnut Creek generic add cass combs ass fire.what the fuck was wrong with them grass valley boys ? Running. Horse. over. and then tagging them in witchial them? What kinda wizard shit is that? Sounds like a bloody mess and even that’s being chill cuz I’d don’t think y’all is straight up psychos yet but I bet money one day on it . I know Bart don’t run to Nevada city yet mystical Jefferson phillbillies.[close]
Expand on this.
Trunk Boyz problem was that the ratio of “rich kid trying hard to be street” to actual city kids was 2:3 when most skate crews can only get away with 1:5. Didn’t help that the two trust funds kids were also the two loudest.
Louie Lopez is the least interesting of that crew of him, Mason Silva, Curren Caples and Jake Anderson.
Louie Lopez is the least interesting of that crew of him, Mason Silva, Curren Caples and Jake Anderson.
I don't know much about any of those guys apart from their skateboarding but what's so interesting about a blonde surfer bro from Ventura California? Couldn't have a more generic personality in skateboarding.
Expand QuoteLouie Lopez is the least interesting of that crew of him, Mason Silva, Curren Caples and Jake Anderson.[close]
True, dude rips but is über milquetoast
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteLouie Lopez is the least interesting of that crew of him, Mason Silva, Curren Caples and Jake Anderson.[close]
True, dude rips but is über milquetoast[close]
Louie is the man not for gnarly tricks or style. Dude changed his whole style and trick selection as a proof that he can do what he wants. Thats the point. Others dudes quoted barely skates switch or nollie, its a bit easy go fast and gnarly when you only skates regular.
Louie Lopez is the least interesting of that crew of him, Mason Silva, Curren Caples and Jake Anderson.
Trunk Boyz problem was that the ratio of “rich kid trying hard to be street” to actual city kids was 2:3 when most skate crews can only get away with 1:5. Didn’t help that the two trust funds kids were also the two loudest.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteLouie Lopez is the least interesting of that crew of him, Mason Silva, Curren Caples and Jake Anderson.[close]
True, dude rips but is über milquetoast[close]
Louie is the man not for gnarly tricks or style. Dude changed his whole style and trick selection as a proof that he can do what he wants. Thats the point. Others dudes quoted barely skates switch or nollie, its a bit easy go fast and gnarly when you only skates regular.[close]
cool post a clip then
you skate so slow you might as well be going backwardsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteLouie Lopez is the least interesting of that crew of him, Mason Silva, Curren Caples and Jake Anderson.[close]
True, dude rips but is über milquetoast[close]
Louie is the man not for gnarly tricks or style. Dude changed his whole style and trick selection as a proof that he can do what he wants. Thats the point. Others dudes quoted barely skates switch or nollie, its a bit easy go fast and gnarly when you only skates regular.[close]
cool post a clip then[close]
I have a lot. One of the stylish posters here.
you skate so slow you might as well be going backwardsExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteLouie Lopez is the least interesting of that crew of him, Mason Silva, Curren Caples and Jake Anderson.[close]
True, dude rips but is über milquetoast[close]
Louie is the man not for gnarly tricks or style. Dude changed his whole style and trick selection as a proof that he can do what he wants. Thats the point. Others dudes quoted barely skates switch or nollie, its a bit easy go fast and gnarly when you only skates regular.[close]
cool post a clip then[close]
I have a lot. One of the stylish posters here.[close]
Carpet Co fans be like “yeah it’s $90 a board but it’s important to support a local landlord who makes way more money than me even without his rental properties, also you need to consider that they don’t have a team or put out footage or anything. Plus it’s all ugly as shit so it’s totally worth paying $160 for a hoodie if you think about it”carpet seems to really be trying to capitalize on the nu-metal resurgence
Trunk Boyz problem was that the ratio of “rich kid trying hard to be street” to actual city kids was 2:3 when most skate crews can only get away with 1:5. Didn’t help that the two trust funds kids were also the two loudest.
Expand QuoteTrunk Boyz problem was that the ratio of “rich kid trying hard to be street” to actual city kids was 2:3 when most skate crews can only get away with 1:5. Didn’t help that the two trust funds kids were also the two loudest.[close]
Who is the other trust fund kid?
carpet seems to really be trying to capitalize on the nu-metal resurgenceExpand QuoteCarpet Co fans be like “yeah it’s $90 a board but it’s important to support a local landlord who makes way more money than me even without his rental properties, also you need to consider that they don’t have a team or put out footage or anything. Plus it’s all ugly as shit so it’s totally worth paying $160 for a hoodie if you think about it”[close]
I keep hearing that nu-metal is making a resurgence and fuck i really hate that. Nu metal is so fucking lame. Only thing worse is when country singers rap.carpet seems to really be trying to capitalize on the nu-metal resurgenceExpand QuoteCarpet Co fans be like “yeah it’s $90 a board but it’s important to support a local landlord who makes way more money than me even without his rental properties, also you need to consider that they don’t have a team or put out footage or anything. Plus it’s all ugly as shit so it’s totally worth paying $160 for a hoodie if you think about it”[close]
Panera Bread makes good food.
Panera Bread makes good food.Nah mane
Nah maneExpand QuotePanera Bread makes good food.[close]
(https://ibb.co/8rv9Ktc)
Palace should do more for skateboarding worldwide (dunno if they do stuff in britain). Their presence in the community feels relatively meagre, it feels like they're just taking. I'm talking demos/contests/sponsoring/charity and such.
Supreme too.
Not certain about their financial situation but i'm sure they got millions
Expand QuoteNah maneExpand QuotePanera Bread makes good food.[close]
(https://ibb.co/8rv9Ktc)[close]
Probably the most out of pocket opinion ever expressed in this thread.
What from Panera do you enjoy?
Expand QuotePanera Bread makes good food.[close]
now this is psychotic
Expand QuotePalace should do more for skateboarding worldwide (dunno if they do stuff in britain). Their presence in the community feels relatively meagre, it feels like they're just taking. I'm talking demos/contests/sponsoring/charity and such.
Supreme too.
Not certain about their financial situation but i'm sure they got millions[close]
They donated a million pounds in 2020, and did a drop that gave all profits to the NHS and I see their logo constantly on event flyers in London..
Expand QuoteExpand QuotePalace should do more for skateboarding worldwide (dunno if they do stuff in britain). Their presence in the community feels relatively meagre, it feels like they're just taking. I'm talking demos/contests/sponsoring/charity and such.
Supreme too.
Not certain about their financial situation but i'm sure they got millions[close]
They donated a million pounds in 2020, and did a drop that gave all profits to the NHS and I see their logo constantly on event flyers in London..[close]
Wasn't aware, but i'd file that under pandemic posturing. "in London" Yeah that's what i mean, nothing worldwide. Could be they keep it all on the low but their presence in worldwide skateboarding culture feels lackluster.
Cariuma and redbull 'do more' for skating then palace or supreme. Sponsoring tampa and stuff like that, while it shouldn't have to be like that. from an outsiders perspective ofc
Cariuma and redbull 'do more' for skating then palace or supreme. Sponsoring tampa and stuff like that, while it shouldn't have to be like that. from an outsiders perspective ofcCariuma does lots for skateboarding and I wish they would stop
They put Jamal Smith on and filmed an intro clip at the Ithaca skatepark. I don't want to hear this malarkeyExpand QuoteExpand QuotePalace should do more for skateboarding worldwide (dunno if they do stuff in britain). Their presence in the community feels relatively meagre, it feels like they're just taking. I'm talking demos/contests/sponsoring/charity and such.
Supreme too.
Not certain about their financial situation but i'm sure they got millions[close]
They donated a million pounds in 2020, and did a drop that gave all profits to the NHS and I see their logo constantly on event flyers in London..[close]
Wasn't aware, but i'd file that under pandemic posturing. "in London" Yeah that's what i mean, nothing worldwide. Could be they keep it all on the low but their presence in worldwide skateboarding culture feels lackluster.
Manchild is fucking awesome to watch and his talent way overshadows his annoying drunken antics. I don’t remember anyone complaining nearly as much about Baker/Deathwish at their peak of debaucherySimmer the fuck down
if panera had a team id try to get on
All of you hating on Panera’s food are probably the same people who go straight ass to seat in public restrooms.
Expand QuoteAll of you hating on Panera’s food are probably the same people who go straight ass to seat in public restrooms.[close]
Your girl went straight ass to my mouth
wknd kinda sucks now. what started as a cool project among a core group of friends turned into a bloated disjointed team with too many mid skaters, bad graphics, and videos with more skits than skating. hate to say it but i’ve lost interest
Expand Quotewknd kinda sucks now. what started as a cool project among a core group of friends turned into a bloated disjointed team with too many mid skaters, bad graphics, and videos with more skits than skating. hate to say it but i’ve lost interest[close]
I never liked wknd
wknd kinda sucks now. what started as a cool project among a core group of friends turned into a bloated disjointed team with too many mid skaters, bad graphics, and videos with more skits than skating. hate to say it but i’ve lost interestFully agree; not only that but I dm'ed Grant re: Jamal Gibbs when the new about him was coming out (around the same time as the stuff about Johan became public) and his response left a bad taste in my mouth. They were my favorite company for a handful of years but after that just I just couldn't get down with them like that anymore. By that time though it already felt quite a bit different from earlier versions of the company.
Expand QuoteExpand Quotewknd kinda sucks now. what started as a cool project among a core group of friends turned into a bloated disjointed team with too many mid skaters, bad graphics, and videos with more skits than skating. hate to say it but i’ve lost interest[close]
I never liked wknd[close]
Wknd did a rollerblade collab. They’ve been cooked.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quotewknd kinda sucks now. what started as a cool project among a core group of friends turned into a bloated disjointed team with too many mid skaters, bad graphics, and videos with more skits than skating. hate to say it but i’ve lost interest[close]
I never liked wknd[close]
Wknd did a rollerblade collab. They’ve been cooked.[close]
coming from the most cooked dude on slap that’s really saying something
Me neither. Never paid attention until recently.Expand Quotewknd kinda sucks now. what started as a cool project among a core group of friends turned into a bloated disjointed team with too many mid skaters, bad graphics, and videos with more skits than skating. hate to say it but i’ve lost interest[close]
I never liked wknd
All of you hating on Panera’s food are probably the same people who go straight ass to seat in public restrooms.I bet you hover and pee all over the seats
I bet you hover and pee all over the seatsExpand QuoteAll of you hating on Panera’s food are probably the same people who go straight ass to seat in public restrooms.[close]
I just sit down. What’s the worst that can happen?Expand QuoteI bet you hover and pee all over the seatsExpand QuoteAll of you hating on Panera’s food are probably the same people who go straight ass to seat in public restrooms.[close][close]
Came close once during a photo finish, but I built the fort in time. 😮💨
Panera bread is terrible in NJ. The dining room is always filthy and they are usually out of Soufflés for breakfast.Listen man with all due respect you’re a fucking deranged lunatic for ordering a soufflé from Panera bread
This sounds like an urban legendNothing. The flush and the shit mist it creates is the real worry. That’s how you get sick.Expand QuoteI just sit down. What’s the worst that can happen?Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI bet you hover and pee all over the seatsExpand QuoteAll of you hating on Panera’s food are probably the same people who go straight ass to seat in public restrooms.[close][close]
Came close once during a photo finish, but I built the fort in time. 😮💨[close][close]
This sounds like an urban legendExpand QuoteNothing. The flush and the shit mist it creates is the real worry. That’s how you get sick.Expand QuoteI just sit down. What’s the worst that can happen?Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI bet you hover and pee all over the seatsExpand QuoteAll of you hating on Panera’s food are probably the same people who go straight ass to seat in public restrooms.[close][close]
Came close once during a photo finish, but I built the fort in time. 😮💨[close][close][close]
Smell that Randy Bobandy? Shit mists.Nothing. The flush and the shit mist it creates is the real worry. That’s how you get sick.Expand QuoteI just sit down. What’s the worst that can happen?Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI bet you hover and pee all over the seatsExpand QuoteAll of you hating on Panera’s food are probably the same people who go straight ass to seat in public restrooms.[close][close]
Came close once during a photo finish, but I built the fort in time. 😮💨[close][close]
This sounds like an urban legendExpand QuoteNothing. The flush and the shit mist it creates is the real worry. That’s how you get sick.Expand QuoteI just sit down. What’s the worst that can happen?Expand QuoteCame close once during a photo finish, but I built the fort in time. 😮💨Expand QuoteI bet you hover and pee all over the seatsExpand QuoteAll of you hating on Panera’s food are probably the same people who go straight ass to seat in public restrooms.[close][close][close][close][close]
If it was a real concern people would have demanded better toilets decades ago. I will wipe the seat if it’s visibly dirty but that’s it. People who insist on paper seat covers and hovering are just making a mess.Expand QuoteThis sounds like an urban legendExpand QuoteNothing. The flush and the shit mist it creates is the real worry. That’s how you get sick.Expand QuoteI just sit down. What’s the worst that can happen?Expand QuoteCame close once during a photo finish, but I built the fort in time. 😮💨Expand QuoteI bet you hover and pee all over the seatsExpand QuoteAll of you hating on Panera’s food are probably the same people who go straight ass to seat in public restrooms.[close][close][close][close][close][close]
fun fact: i inquired about this when i was in a hospital recently because I noticed they dont even have lids on the toilets in this hospital, (supposed to be a sterile environment?) ... since seeing that I've decided its all bs.
6 months if we’re luckieri’d say 18 months, if we’re luckyExpand Quoteslap has about 5 years of life left if were going at the current rate of shrinking number of posters[close]
(https://i.ibb.co/d6b22h7/IMG-0397.png) (https://ibb.co/d6b22h7)It’s a meme brah. Will Marshal
I have no idea why Quartersnacks always puts this in the IG stories and I don’t understand the reference or why it’s worthy.
It’s a meme brah. Will MarshalExpand Quote(https://i.ibb.co/d6b22h7/IMG-0397.png) (https://ibb.co/d6b22h7)
I have no idea why Quartersnacks always puts this in the IG stories and I don’t understand the reference or why it’s worthy.[close]
the skateboard industry makes a lot more sense once you realize that most of the major institutions don’t adhere to any sort of logic and make decisions based on what their group chats think are funny
Expand Quotethe skateboard industry makes a lot more sense once you realize that most of the major institutions don’t adhere to any sort of logic and make decisions based on what their group chats think are funny[close]
The entire world is run this way. Just imagine what the Bohemian Grove group chat is like.
Expand QuoteExpand Quotethe skateboard industry makes a lot more sense once you realize that most of the major institutions don’t adhere to any sort of logic and make decisions based on what their group chats think are funny[close]
The entire world is run this way. Just imagine what the Bohemian Grove group chat is like.[close]
somewhere on the planet right now there's a Bilderberg elite sitting on the toilet spamming the group chat with flame and gas emojis in response a video of george w bush doing the buffalo bill dance at the moloch effigy ceremony last night
Expand Quotethe skateboard industry makes a lot more sense once you realize that most of the major institutions don’t adhere to any sort of logic and make decisions based on what their group chats think are funny[close]
The entire world is run this way. Just imagine what the Bohemian Grove group chat is like.
I hate the way Dylan Jaeb lands every single trick with his head cocked with that look on his face. It's literally fuckin every clip. But he's super good and still enjoy his skating
Sometimes it’s fun to just cruise around the neighborhood doing power slides instead of hitting the park. Preferably really early in the morning or before the sunsets. After or before work lol
Two thousand nak-teen was Nakel’s jumping the shark moment.
Krook3d goes harderthanon LSD
Expand QuoteSometimes it’s fun to just cruise around the neighborhood doing power slides instead of hitting the park. Preferably really early in the morning or before the sunsets. After or before work lol[close]
I'm not sure this is unpopular
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteSometimes it’s fun to just cruise around the neighborhood doing power slides instead of hitting the park. Preferably really early in the morning or before the sunsets. After or before work lol[close]
I'm not sure this is unpopular[close]
Unpopular with the neighbors who have listen to screeching wheels in the early am or dinner time
Louie's Jacuzzi company will inevitably fail by 2024 due to their riders alcoholism.
Small decks like 8 even 7.75 are good for transition skating. Mini ramps and big transition whatever
Small decks like 8 even 7.75 are good for transition skating. Mini ramps and big transition whateverUnpopular opinion on Slap-boards that small aren't good for anything except nearly stationary tricks on perfect flatground.
Has been 30 years and Gonz still the most annoying skater. Ok, he changed the game, is a good person, but c’mon. His art sucks and fat ass that skates bad trying to be funny. I think Koston was trying to be like Gonz but at least dude can skate… the pass that skate industry do to Gonz is more worse than Bea.
Has been 30 years and Gonz still the most annoying skater. Ok, he changed the game, is a good person, but c’mon. His art sucks and fat ass that skates bad trying to be funny. I think Koston was trying to be like Gonz but at least dude can skate… the pass that skate industry do to Gonz is more worse than Bea.He skates really well for his age. I don’t know if there are too many other fifty-somethings that can switch tre. His art is what it is. His personality, who knows. It might just be shtick. His being fat- he’s not fat he’s just got a typical body for a Chicano of his age (says Chicano in his forties).
Skaters who make hybrid trucks with various brands or eras of older trucks need to find Jesus
He skates really well for his age. I don’t know if there are too many other fifty-somethings that can switch tre. His art is what it is. His personality, who knows. It might just be shtick. His being fat- he’s not fat he’s just got a typical body for a Chicano of his age (says Chicano in his forties).Expand QuoteHas been 30 years and Gonz still the most annoying skater. Ok, he changed the game, is a good person, but c’mon. His art sucks and fat ass that skates bad trying to be funny. I think Koston was trying to be like Gonz but at least dude can skate… the pass that skate industry do to Gonz is more worse than Bea.[close]
I’m kind of surprised she can regular treExpand QuoteHe skates really well for his age. I don’t know if there are too many other fifty-somethings that can switch tre. His art is what it is. His personality, who knows. It might just be shtick. His being fat- he’s not fat he’s just got a typical body for a Chicano of his age (says Chicano in his forties).Expand QuoteHas been 30 years and Gonz still the most annoying skater. Ok, he changed the game, is a good person, but c’mon. His art sucks and fat ass that skates bad trying to be funny. I think Koston was trying to be like Gonz but at least dude can skate… the pass that skate industry do to Gonz is more worse than Bea.[close][close]
Gonz can switch tre, and didn’t Beatrice (or the editor) mirror a line to make it look like she can switch tre?
Expand QuoteSkaters who make hybrid trucks with various brands or eras of older trucks need to find Jesus[close]
dude who runs the Fuck With Your Trucks account is wildly autistic
Expand QuoteHe skates really well for his age. I don’t know if there are too many other fifty-somethings that can switch tre. His art is what it is. His personality, who knows. It might just be shtick. His being fat- he’s not fat he’s just got a typical body for a Chicano of his age (says Chicano in his forties).Expand QuoteHas been 30 years and Gonz still the most annoying skater. Ok, he changed the game, is a good person, but c’mon. His art sucks and fat ass that skates bad trying to be funny. I think Koston was trying to be like Gonz but at least dude can skate… the pass that skate industry do to Gonz is more worse than Bea.[close][close]
Gonz can switch tre, and didn’t Beatrice (or the editor) mirror a line to make it look like she can switch tre?
He was in an instagram edit doing one a few days ago that’s why I mentioned itExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHe skates really well for his age. I don’t know if there are too many other fifty-somethings that can switch tre. His art is what it is. His personality, who knows. It might just be shtick. His being fat- he’s not fat he’s just got a typical body for a Chicano of his age (says Chicano in his forties).Expand QuoteHas been 30 years and Gonz still the most annoying skater. Ok, he changed the game, is a good person, but c’mon. His art sucks and fat ass that skates bad trying to be funny. I think Koston was trying to be like Gonz but at least dude can skate… the pass that skate industry do to Gonz is more worse than Bea.[close][close]
Gonz can switch tre, and didn’t Beatrice (or the editor) mirror a line to make it look like she can switch tre?[close]
Last Gonz switch 3 was 20 years ago.
trying to concoct a hot take
"the universally beloved and pure essence of skateboarding is fun"
ah yes, that should do it
He was in an instagram edit doing one a few days ago that’s why I mentioned itExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHe skates really well for his age. I don’t know if there are too many other fifty-somethings that can switch tre. His art is what it is. His personality, who knows. It might just be shtick. His being fat- he’s not fat he’s just got a typical body for a Chicano of his age (says Chicano in his forties).Expand QuoteHas been 30 years and Gonz still the most annoying skater. Ok, he changed the game, is a good person, but c’mon. His art sucks and fat ass that skates bad trying to be funny. I think Koston was trying to be like Gonz but at least dude can skate… the pass that skate industry do to Gonz is more worse than Bea.[close][close]
Gonz can switch tre, and didn’t Beatrice (or the editor) mirror a line to make it look like she can switch tre?[close]
Last Gonz switch 3 was 20 years ago.[close]
Could be. I tried for like ten minutes to find it but I couldn’t.Expand QuoteHe was in an instagram edit doing one a few days ago that’s why I mentioned itExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHe skates really well for his age. I don’t know if there are too many other fifty-somethings that can switch tre. His art is what it is. His personality, who knows. It might just be shtick. His being fat- he’s not fat he’s just got a typical body for a Chicano of his age (says Chicano in his forties).Expand QuoteHas been 30 years and Gonz still the most annoying skater. Ok, he changed the game, is a good person, but c’mon. His art sucks and fat ass that skates bad trying to be funny. I think Koston was trying to be like Gonz but at least dude can skate… the pass that skate industry do to Gonz is more worse than Bea.[close][close]
Gonz can switch tre, and didn’t Beatrice (or the editor) mirror a line to make it look like she can switch tre?[close]
Last Gonz switch 3 was 20 years ago.[close][close]
Maybe its from kroocked add
Could be. I tried for like ten minutes to find it but I couldn’t.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHe was in an instagram edit doing one a few days ago that’s why I mentioned itExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHe skates really well for his age. I don’t know if there are too many other fifty-somethings that can switch tre. His art is what it is. His personality, who knows. It might just be shtick. His being fat- he’s not fat he’s just got a typical body for a Chicano of his age (says Chicano in his forties).Expand QuoteHas been 30 years and Gonz still the most annoying skater. Ok, he changed the game, is a good person, but c’mon. His art sucks and fat ass that skates bad trying to be funny. I think Koston was trying to be like Gonz but at least dude can skate… the pass that skate industry do to Gonz is more worse than Bea.[close][close]
Gonz can switch tre, and didn’t Beatrice (or the editor) mirror a line to make it look like she can switch tre?[close]
Last Gonz switch 3 was 20 years ago.[close][close]
Maybe its from kroocked add[close]
Here’s one on YouTube- https://youtu.be/MENqIdEvd68?feature=shared
Could be. I tried for like ten minutes to find it but I couldn’t.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteHe was in an instagram edit doing one a few days ago that’s why I mentioned itExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteHe skates really well for his age. I don’t know if there are too many other fifty-somethings that can switch tre. His art is what it is. His personality, who knows. It might just be shtick. His being fat- he’s not fat he’s just got a typical body for a Chicano of his age (says Chicano in his forties).Expand QuoteHas been 30 years and Gonz still the most annoying skater. Ok, he changed the game, is a good person, but c’mon. His art sucks and fat ass that skates bad trying to be funny. I think Koston was trying to be like Gonz but at least dude can skate… the pass that skate industry do to Gonz is more worse than Bea.[close][close]
Gonz can switch tre, and didn’t Beatrice (or the editor) mirror a line to make it look like she can switch tre?[close]
Last Gonz switch 3 was 20 years ago.[close][close]
Maybe its from kroocked add[close]
Here’s one on YouTube- https://youtu.be/MENqIdEvd68?feature=shared
that skate shoes that are not fully suede are impassable and thus not allowed into our core subconsiius minds? even though they do make my feet sweat more. AFIDIAS BRING BACK THE CAMPUS MID!!!!! OR AT LEAST CUT THE CURRENT CAMPUS ADV HIGHER IN THE ANJKLE AREA TO FULLY SUPPORT AND EVNVELOP MY HEEL FOR A SOLID AND SECURE FEEL? ALSOE PLEASE INCREASE THE WIFTHING OF THE TOUNG STRAP IN BOTH WAYS SO THAT IT DOESNT TANGLE UP IN MY FOOT. HAVE UN NOTICIETED THAT CORP BRANDS ARE NO LONGER DIVETSING INTO SKATEBARDINGING ITDLEF OR THEIR RESPECETIVE INDUTRY CHANNELS???? THEY DONT PUSH SKATEBAORD SHOE TECHNOLOGY BECUASE OUR WNATS AND NEEDS HAVE LOWEDRD TO A MEAR VULC SHOE THAT HAS NO PRESENATIONG OF IT BEING A UNIQUE SKATE SHOE AND A SHOE ITSLEF/? like seeinging someone wear preicey hiking boots in te normal public setting liike most popular biut upper middle class social and wage stus?? like BJs pub and grill pizzza comapred to a papa murohys or round tbale?? the GOAT of childhood pizzas and stauts!!!!Time to go to sleep grandpa
that skate shoes that are not fully suede are impassable and thus not allowed into our core subconsiius minds? even though they do make my feet sweat more. AFIDIAS BRING BACK THE CAMPUS MID!!!!! OR AT LEAST CUT THE CURRENT CAMPUS ADV HIGHER IN THE ANJKLE AREA TO FULLY SUPPORT AND EVNVELOP MY HEEL FOR A SOLID AND SECURE FEEL? ALSOE PLEASE INCREASE THE WIFTHING OF THE TOUNG STRAP IN BOTH WAYS SO THAT IT DOESNT TANGLE UP IN MY FOOT. HAVE UN NOTICIETED THAT CORP BRANDS ARE NO LONGER DIVETSING INTO SKATEBARDINGING ITDLEF OR THEIR RESPECETIVE INDUTRY CHANNELS???? THEY DONT PUSH SKATEBAORD SHOE TECHNOLOGY BECUASE OUR WNATS AND NEEDS HAVE LOWEDRD TO A MEAR VULC SHOE THAT HAS NO PRESENATIONG OF IT BEING A UNIQUE SKATE SHOE AND A SHOE ITSLEF/? like seeinging someone wear preicey hiking boots in te normal public setting liike most popular biut upper middle class social and wage stus?? like BJs pub and grill pizzza comapred to a papa murohys or round tbale?? the GOAT of childhood pizzas and stauts!!!!
You have no right to an opinion, skateboarding didn’t find you, you found skateboarding. When you are gone skateboarding will still be here. If you want to change it you have to do so through your actions, opinions have no place in skateboarding.
You have no right to an opinion, skateboarding didn’t find you, you found skateboarding. When you are gone skateboarding will still be here. If you want to change it you have to do so through your actions, opinions have no place in skateboarding.I got smashed in the head by a loose board shooting off a ramp, so in a way it found me...
I got smashed in the head by a loose board shooting off a ramp, so in a way it found me...Expand QuoteYou have no right to an opinion, skateboarding didn’t find you, you found skateboarding. When you are gone skateboarding will still be here. If you want to change it you have to do so through your actions, opinions have no place in skateboarding.[close]
Skate shoe designs are too bland and utilitarian. Feels like I’m shopping for a new golf clubPersonality comes from the person.
If Shane Oneill is Zigran Yuto is Daileon…if you are too young google it.
Hardbody needs to make some reasonably priced apparel and get a real woodshop instead of trying to be the next supreme charging $130 for a fucking hoodie and $60 for a t shirt
*yelling wildly while aerosolizing you with my Dr Pepper and salami scented saliva droplets* I MEAN I GUESS IT DEPENDS IF YOURE HARDBODY OR NOT I SEE WHAT YOURE SAYING THOUGHExpand Quote
Hardbody needs to make some reasonably priced apparel and get a real woodshop instead of trying to be the next supreme charging $130 for a fucking hoodie and $60 for a t shirt[close]
Wearing a shirt that says Hardbody feels weird to me. Not sure if that’s an unpopular opinion
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Hardbody needs to make some reasonably priced apparel and get a real woodshop instead of trying to be the next supreme charging $130 for a fucking hoodie and $60 for a t shirt[close]
Wearing a shirt that says Hardbody feels weird to me. Not sure if that’s an unpopular opinion
Skateboarding is in an awesome place overall and the people that complain about it being boring/too trendy just spend too much time consuming skate content.
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Hardbody needs to make some reasonably priced apparel and get a real woodshop instead of trying to be the next supreme charging $130 for a fucking hoodie and $60 for a t shirt[close]
Wearing a shirt that says Hardbody feels weird to me. Not sure if that’s an unpopular opinion[close]
What about those people that wear clothes that say "superdry"? Should we bring them a bottle of water?
Skateboarding is in an awesome place overall and the people that complain about it being boring/too trendy just spend too much time consuming skate content.
Sean Malto is the best announcer in skating and was kind of born to be a sportscasterI don’t know if I’d go that far but I do prefer him to most
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Hardbody needs to make some reasonably priced apparel and get a real woodshop instead of trying to be the next supreme charging $130 for a fucking hoodie and $60 for a t shirt[close]
Wearing a shirt that says Hardbody feels weird to me. Not sure if that’s an unpopular opinion
I just finished Winning Time so I have the pro athlete to ? pipeline in my headI don’t know if I’d go that far but I do prefer him to mostExpand QuoteSean Malto is the best announcer in skating and was kind of born to be a sportscaster[close]
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Hardbody needs to make some reasonably priced apparel and get a real woodshop instead of trying to be the next supreme charging $130 for a fucking hoodie and $60 for a t shirt[close]
Wearing a shirt that says Hardbody feels weird to me. Not sure if that’s an unpopular opinion[close]
What about those people that wear clothes that say "superdry"? Should we bring them a bottle of water?
pho is better than ramen
pho is better than ramen
all soup is a beta food choice, especially anytime when the weather is over 45°
all soup is a beta food choice, especially anytime when the weather is over 45°you're fuckin up bud
Expand Quotepho is better than ramen[close]
i generally like the flavor more, and holds up to being made spicy... but the soft boiled egg is my favorite part of a ramen bowl and pho generally doesn't come with egg
all soup is a beta food choice, especially anytime when the weather is over 45°
You get what you pay for. No way is pho coming close to the richness and complexity of a high quality ramen. Get that giant plate of bean sprouts the fuck outta here
ville wester is great at skating and looks good doing it.
Frog is a terrible name for a skateboard company. Throw in pizza and heroin too
Expand QuoteFrog is a terrible name for a skateboard company. Throw in pizza and heroin too[close]
Heroin is tight. Both the company and the drug.
You get what you pay for. No way is pho coming close to the richness and complexity of a high quality ramen. Get that giant plate of bean sprouts the fuck outta hereI like both. the ceiling for ramen is higher but the average for pho is higher. So kind of a tie.
Frog is a terrible name for a skateboard company. Throw in pizza and heroin too
Pho and Ramen are both good. We don't need to fight.Poosey
Pho and Ramen are both good. We don't need to fight.
Expand QuotePho and Ramen are both good. We don't need to fight.[close]
it's the internet....we must....
Salmorejo > pho and raamen. Try that! I’m visiting Spain next month and I know it’s not salmorejo season but I will be asking for it in every restaurant.
Peanut butter is better in savory dishes.
Expand QuoteSalmorejo > pho and raamen. Try that! I’m visiting Spain next month and I know it’s not salmorejo season but I will be asking for it in every restaurant.[close]
Try some Kao Soi if you ever go to a northern Thai restaurant. That shit one of the best soups in the world (if you like curry)
I knew about gazpacho but never heard about this before and it sounds delicious. Definitely gonna make this sometime.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteSalmorejo > pho and raamen. Try that! I’m visiting Spain next month and I know it’s not salmorejo season but I will be asking for it in every restaurant.[close]
Try some Kao Soi if you ever go to a northern Thai restaurant. That shit one of the best soups in the world (if you like curry)
I knew about gazpacho but never heard about this before and it sounds delicious. Definitely gonna make this sometime.[close]
Peanut butter is better in savory dishes.
Frog is a terrible name for a skateboard company. Throw in pizza and heroin too
I put pb in ramen for a bit of protein
I put pb in ramen for a bit of protein
I put pb in ramen for a bit of protein
Expand QuoteI put pb in ramen for a bit of protein[close]
I don't know if I would put straight up pb in my ramen, but I do add some homemade peanut sauce to my ramen on occasion. It consists of pb, soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, and sriracha (if its available, the shortage is fucking killing me). Sounds like it would be weird but its actually very tasty.
I pretend to like pho because I don't want people to judge me but its nothing special. Even the best just tastes like chicken flavored hot water.
I pretend to like pho because I don't want people to judge me but its nothing special. Even the best just tastes like chicken flavored hot water.
Expand QuoteI pretend to like pho because I don't want people to judge me but its nothing special. Even the best just tastes like chicken flavored hot water.[close]
You're adding sauces at the table right... right?
Too each their own but I give you credit for a genuinely unpopular opinionExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI pretend to like pho because I don't want people to judge me but its nothing special. Even the best just tastes like chicken flavored hot water.[close]
You're adding sauces at the table right... right?[close]
sauces, whatever green shit was in the center of the table. Was still meh.
i don't think beatrice is a very good skateboarder but i don't think she's done anything to warrant 105 pages of vitriol and name-callingI agree but I’m not sure it’s unpopular. Last I checked there it was like three weirdos having an extended argument but that was probably fifty pages ago
I agree but I’m not sure it’s unpopular. Last I checked there it was like three weirdos having an extended argument but that was probably fifty pages agoExpand Quotei don't think beatrice is a very good skateboarder but i don't think she's done anything to warrant 105 pages of vitriol and name-calling[close]
Expand QuoteFrog is a terrible name for a skateboard company. Throw in pizza and heroin too[close]
Hey bud, take it to the popular opinion thread. I’ll meet you there and agree all three, and their art direction, are certified garbo.
siracha sucks.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteFrog is a terrible name for a skateboard company. Throw in pizza and heroin too[close]
Hey bud, take it to the popular opinion thread. I’ll meet you there and agree all three, and their art direction, are certified garbo.[close]
Is not the whole point of frog that it's a bit dumb?
That’s what I get from it. They’re celebrating phoning it in. I kinda like it and if I were 17 I would buy a tshirtExpand QuoteExpand QuoteFrog is a terrible name for a skateboard company. Throw in pizza and heroin too[close]
Hey bud, take it to the popular opinion thread. I’ll meet you there and agree all three, and their art direction, are certified garbo.[close]
Is not the whole point of frog that it's a bit dumb?
Name something better. Since y’all dulberts got sauces let’s hear them. Catch up? Mustarded?Expand QuoteExpand Quotesiracha sucks.[close]
It’s fine but probably the most annoyingly overrated sauce in history.[close]
Name something better. Since y’all dulberts got sauces let’s hear them. Catch up? Mustarded?Expand QuoteExpand Quotesiracha sucks.[close]
It’s fine but probably the most annoyingly overrated sauce in history.[close]
i dunno man, there’s currently an ongoing discussion as to if it’s okay to call her a “cunt” because she… made some snarky comment about the haters and hasn’t put out a part yet? like yeah, she’s the lifestyle pro and she doesn’t realize it, bad look, whatever. even the jason jessee threads didn’t hit 105 pagesI agree but I’m not sure it’s unpopular. Last I checked there it was like three weirdos having an extended argument but that was probably fifty pages agoExpand Quotei don't think beatrice is a very good skateboarder but i don't think she's done anything to warrant 105 pages of vitriol and name-calling[close]
i dunno man, there’s currently an ongoing discussion as to if it’s okay to call her a “cunt” because she… made some snarky comment about the haters and hasn’t put out a part yet? like yeah, she’s the lifestyle pro and she doesn’t realize it, bad look, whatever. even the jason jessee threads didn’t hit 105 pagesExpand QuoteI agree but I’m not sure it’s unpopular. Last I checked there it was like three weirdos having an extended argument but that was probably fifty pages agoExpand Quotei don't think beatrice is a very good skateboarder but i don't think she's done anything to warrant 105 pages of vitriol and name-calling[close][close]
siracha sucks.
Sounds like Lincoln/Douglas level debatei dunno man, there’s currently an ongoing discussion as to if it’s okay to call her a “cunt” because she… made some snarky comment about the haters and hasn’t put out a part yet? like yeah, she’s the lifestyle pro and she doesn’t realize it, bad look, whatever. even the jason jessee threads didn’t hit 105 pagesExpand QuoteI agree but I’m not sure it’s unpopular. Last I checked there it was like three weirdos having an extended argument but that was probably fifty pages agoExpand Quotei don't think beatrice is a very good skateboarder but i don't think she's done anything to warrant 105 pages of vitriol and name-calling[close][close]
i don't think beatrice is a very good skateboarder but i don't think she's done anything to warrant 105 pages of vitriol and name-calling
Arbys is very good, and have the best mozzarella sticks on the planetArbys IS the best if you just avoid the beef. Jamocha shakes and potato cakes.
Antonio durao is thoroughly uninteresting and if he didn’t have long hair he wouldn’t have the following he has now. That switch tre noseblunt was gross.
Antonio durao is thoroughly uninteresting and if he didn’t have long hair he wouldn’t have the following he has now. That switch tre noseblunt was gross.i don't know about the hair but i feel like he often goes for really bad shoes / pants combos (those Jordan SB are awful), not the best style to me but i still enjoy watching him skate for the wild pop and tricks selection.
siracha sucks.
Also been on this program for years but not the ramen you all have been talking about. I make it into a bit of a reduction with some Skippy using around a quarter cup of the boiled off water and half of the flavor packet. Orange and Blue work best for me but it works in all flavors.Expand QuoteI put pb in ramen for a bit of protein[close]
Don't bunt, post a clip
Interesting that people who live in different countries think differently about things. Who would have guessed.Expand Quotei dunno man, there’s currently an ongoing discussion as to if it’s okay to call her a “cunt” because she… made some snarky comment about the haters and hasn’t put out a part yet? like yeah, she’s the lifestyle pro and she doesn’t realize it, bad look, whatever. even the jason jessee threads didn’t hit 105 pagesExpand QuoteI agree but I’m not sure it’s unpopular. Last I checked there it was like three weirdos having an extended argument but that was probably fifty pages agoExpand Quotei don't think beatrice is a very good skateboarder but i don't think she's done anything to warrant 105 pages of vitriol and name-calling[close][close][close]
So bizarre growing up in NZ, then living in Aus most of my adult life, and seeing people all twisted up over the word "cunt".
Interesting that people who live in different countries think differently about things. Who would have guessed.Expand QuoteExpand Quotei dunno man, there’s currently an ongoing discussion as to if it’s okay to call her a “cunt” because she… made some snarky comment about the haters and hasn’t put out a part yet? like yeah, she’s the lifestyle pro and she doesn’t realize it, bad look, whatever. even the jason jessee threads didn’t hit 105 pagesExpand QuoteI agree but I’m not sure it’s unpopular. Last I checked there it was like three weirdos having an extended argument but that was probably fifty pages agoExpand Quotei don't think beatrice is a very good skateboarder but i don't think she's done anything to warrant 105 pages of vitriol and name-calling[close][close][close]
So bizarre growing up in NZ, then living in Aus most of my adult life, and seeing people all twisted up over the word "cunt".[close]
Interesting that people who live in different countries think differently about things. Who would have guessed.Expand QuoteExpand Quotei dunno man, there’s currently an ongoing discussion as to if it’s okay to call her a “cunt” because she… made some snarky comment about the haters and hasn’t put out a part yet? like yeah, she’s the lifestyle pro and she doesn’t realize it, bad look, whatever. even the jason jessee threads didn’t hit 105 pagesExpand QuoteI agree but I’m not sure it’s unpopular. Last I checked there it was like three weirdos having an extended argument but that was probably fifty pages agoExpand Quotei don't think beatrice is a very good skateboarder but i don't think she's done anything to warrant 105 pages of vitriol and name-calling[close][close][close]
So bizarre growing up in NZ, then living in Aus most of my adult life, and seeing people all twisted up over the word "cunt".[close]
Antonio durao is thoroughly uninteresting and if he didn’t have long hair he wouldn’t have the following he has now. That switch tre noseblunt was gross.あなたの脳はピーナッツと死んだアリでいっぱいです
Jeremy Wray is mad overrated and thinks way too highly of himself. Jocktastic. How come he be filming pat chinita it’s more than him? Cuz Pat has that real talent. Like Jeremy could ollie high and was dumb enough to jump off some water tower for like 200$. And some props. And the cover of a dead ass magazine. Never soty. LolThis is an unpopular opinion for sure
Name something better. Since y’all dulberts got sauces let’s hear them. Catch up? Mustarded?Expand QuoteExpand Quotesiracha sucks.[close]
It’s fine but probably the most annoyingly overrated sauce in history.[close]
Chad muska alien workshop is a board I would by cuz why the fuck he in Ohio anyways? That place sucks.
Antonio durao is thoroughly uninteresting and if he didn’t have long hair he wouldn’t have the following he has now. That switch tre noseblunt was gross.
I own a mansion in riverside. I live where ever I be at when I’m alive. Don’t hate on riverside. Ohio sucks whoser. What you skate? Some parking lot and some nasty crust? Fake hills. I skate with Forrest and we eat fruit like you every day. Why? Cuz that’s your egg. Baby I hatched too. Buy that bus ticket out all your clothes in a garbage bag and go west. Manifest destiny.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteChad muska alien workshop is a board I would by cuz why the fuck he in Ohio anyways? That place sucks.[close]
dude you live in riverside ?![close]
Skate or die
Sometimesyou gotta fight for your manual….
it’s probably not unpopular, but I hate any manual trick where the person is wildly flailing their arms and body around to keep balance
New York is blown out. It had a good ride. Produced a lot of great skaters, brands and content, but It's time to pick a new city... Just not my city...
Counterpoint - Bryan Herman in Stay Gold, opening nose manual clip.
One arm stays pretty steady, but his other is doing the windmill off and on the whole clip and it looks perfect
Probably being an uncool old guy here, but a lot of the time when I’m watching a video where someone is doing a fast line through an area with lots of pedestrians I think the filmer and skater need to be way more careful because running into someone would really suck.Agree, but that may just be you and I getting older
Probably being an uncool old guy here, but a lot of the time when I’m watching a video where someone is doing a fast line through an area with lots of pedestrians I think the filmer and skater need to be way more careful because running into someone would really suck.
I don't like the skating of dick rizzo
That also blows up the whole “why do you care if I skate here I’m not hurting anything “ argumentExpand QuoteProbably being an uncool old guy here, but a lot of the time when I’m watching a video where someone is doing a fast line through an area with lots of pedestrians I think the filmer and skater need to be way more careful because running into someone would really suck.[close]
Nothing boomerish about that. Pedestrians get right of way. Sidewalks and crosswalks are for them. Skateboarding is a temporary imposition on their terrain for what essentially boils down to a guerilla commercial shoot. Having a spotter to warn people that a skater is going to fly by is fine. Buzzing past people and freaking them out is lame. Crashing into a pedestrian is worse. Yelling at someone because you crashed into them is peak main character syndrome and tells the world "I need someone to decisively end my skate career, preferably within the next five minutes".
Expand QuoteI don't like the skating of dick rizzo[close]
Who do you like? Hoping for another unpopular opinion
and speaking of flipping the board I think rod mullen had an unfair advantage when he was learning to kickflip because he didn’t have to worry about anyone driving by yelling “do a kickflip” at him because he hadn’t invented it yet but also he was in the middle of no where of no where so he could look it hard without reprucusionThis logic is brilliantly fried
Skateboard is in a big lull at the moment, and most of that has to do with SOTY 'season' imo...we had at least five or six major videos come out in july and august, maybe rewatch one of those instead of wondering why nothing’s come out in the last eight days or whatever?
I don't get how people skate high. I did that a couple days ago and absolutely hated it. Couldn't concentrate and felt really light headed.I like to get a little high OR get high and then do nothing until it becomes manageable. I agree that being super stoned while skating is no fun. Surfing on the other hand is great stoned if the waves aren’t too heavy.
I don't get how people skate high. I did that a couple days ago and absolutely hated it. Couldn't concentrate and felt really light headed.
Skating drunk is easy it’s just a bad ideaExpand QuoteI don't get how people skate high. I did that a couple days ago and absolutely hated it. Couldn't concentrate and felt really light headed.[close]
I cannot imagine operating a skateboard drunk or high. I am also baffled how anyone could manage this.
Skateboard is in a big lull at the moment, and most of that has to do with SOTY 'season' imo...
I can definitely skate high, sometimes fantastically - skating drunk however is wild, truly incomprehensible!Skating drunk is easy it’s just a bad ideaExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't get how people skate high. I did that a couple days ago and absolutely hated it. Couldn't concentrate and felt really light headed.[close]
I cannot imagine operating a skateboard drunk or high. I am also baffled how anyone could manage this.[close]
varial flips are cool
I can definitely skate high, sometimes fantastically - skating drunk however is wild, truly incomprehensible!Expand QuoteSkating drunk is easy it’s just a bad ideaExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't get how people skate high. I did that a couple days ago and absolutely hated it. Couldn't concentrate and felt really light headed.[close]
I cannot imagine operating a skateboard drunk or high. I am also baffled how anyone could manage this.[close][close]
It’s easy if you start drinking while you’re skating. Getting drunk and then trying to skate is a bit tougher but I’ve convinced myself it’s a good idea plenty of timesI can definitely skate high, sometimes fantastically - skating drunk however is wild, truly incomprehensible!Expand QuoteSkating drunk is easy it’s just a bad ideaExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't get how people skate high. I did that a couple days ago and absolutely hated it. Couldn't concentrate and felt really light headed.[close]
I cannot imagine operating a skateboard drunk or high. I am also baffled how anyone could manage this.[close][close]
Expand QuoteI'm getting tired of seeing fast fashion seep into skating. Feels like there are too many options for clothing all the time from every company. An overflow of clothes that feels wasteful. Honestly a fair amount of the clothes are appealing, and then it's also mentally exhausting to continually maintain the strength to not spend money.[close]
soft goods are the only way skateboard companies make money, they dont make money on skateboards, why do you hate skateboarding etc. i dont understand it any more than you do.
Expand QuoteSkateboard is in a big lull at the moment, and most of that has to do with SOTY 'season' imo...[close]
Did you miss all the videos that just came out? Jacuzzi, Huf, Vans, Fabi part, Madars part, Lakai full length, Yuto part, Primitive dropped a bunch of stuff (define raw, skatepark footie, Giovanni part that was nuts), Adam Davies just flipped in and out of a rail, Taylor Kirby part, Sour video...Plus SLS, and Olympic quals.
That's all in the last month.
I like my redkap pants more than my dickies
You should try their skate line, they have some elastane on them.Expand QuoteI like my redkap pants more than my dickies[close]
hate the dickies pants. never could skate in them, like they dont stretch at all.
Most adult beginners should not start skateboarding.
I’d make an exception for people with a background in speed / potential collision sports like ice skating or skiing…but if you never slammed as a kid, being 40 is not the time to start.
The skate industry loves adult beginners because they buy lots of gear. But practicing bullshit pop Shuvs in the garage does not prepare a person for speed, and sitting all day (which is what a lot of adult beginners do) isn’t exactly good training for running out of potential accidents at the edge of their abilities. I know that isn’t necessarily a charitable opinion, but most adult continue-ers generally pay attention to their conditioning in some form (particularly the older we get)
Too many adult beginners are in no condition to take the risks inherent in skateboarding
Most adult beginners should not start skateboarding.i'm in a group chat with 40+ years old people (mainly beginners) and had this thought a few days ago.
I’d make an exception for people with a background in speed / potential collision sports like ice skating or skiing…but if you never slammed as a kid, being 40 is not the time to start.
The skate industry loves adult beginners because they buy lots of gear. But practicing bullshit pop Shuvs in the garage does not prepare a person for speed, and sitting all day (which is what a lot of adult beginners do) isn’t exactly good training for running out of potential accidents at the edge of their abilities. I know that isn’t necessarily a charitable opinion, but most adult continue-ers generally pay attention to their conditioning in some form (particularly the older we get)
Too many adult beginners are in no condition to take the risks inherent in skateboarding
I'm getting tired of seeing fast fashion seep into skating. Feels like there are too many options for clothing all the time from every company. An overflow of clothes that feels wasteful. Honestly a fair amount of the clothes are appealing, and then it's also mentally exhausting to continually maintain the strength to not spend money.the clothing industry in general and the amount of waste and damage done to the environment from producing clothes is truly despair inducing shit. as far as fast fashion seeping into skating, i'm not sure if it's any different than the way it's always been? obviously the skate market is completely oversaturated and there are a magnitude more brands now, but skate companies have always pumped out cheaply-made soft goods by the season, we just weren't always privy to the catalogs the shops got. along with other pointless shit, like board brand wheels.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm getting tired of seeing fast fashion seep into skating. Feels like there are too many options for clothing all the time from every company. An overflow of clothes that feels wasteful. Honestly a fair amount of the clothes are appealing, and then it's also mentally exhausting to continually maintain the strength to not spend money.[close]
soft goods are the only way skateboard companies make money, they dont make money on skateboards, why do you hate skateboarding etc. i dont understand it any more than you do.[close]
These charges get leveled against me here anytime I say that I would basically never buy any clothing produced by a skate brand.[close]
why would you
I might go to hell for this, but
Laban - juggling = 1993’s soty
Salman Agah winning this shit is extremely baffling.
All he did, was just an A+ for effort doing switch. His real video part was extremely overrated. Boring early stage switch snoozers and the ender was funny with that bible quote.
If they really hanged for creativity they would’ve done Rodney Mullen
Rodney Mullen’s virtual reality part do I have to explain it?? amazing. blasting away from the freestyle world perfectly landing onto the streets.
But If thrasher continued the gnar streak at the time laban would’ve definitely won it
But at the same time Laban became obscure with his juggling shit so yeah.
Laban for the past few years was constantly shifting and evolutionizing his style to a point where Laban’s “memoirs” part of the invisible team became a high note for him at least. 90s gnar add it’s finest paired with some rooftop action but it end’s with E MOTHER M FUCKING B. Kickflip
Yeah not to also mention his “caught cleaness” (bolts but actually in the heels I’d like to think of)
Cause I want to. I don’t care if I’m not dressing my age or some shitExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm getting tired of seeing fast fashion seep into skating. Feels like there are too many options for clothing all the time from every company. An overflow of clothes that feels wasteful. Honestly a fair amount of the clothes are appealing, and then it's also mentally exhausting to continually maintain the strength to not spend money.[close]
soft goods are the only way skateboard companies make money, they dont make money on skateboards, why do you hate skateboarding etc. i dont understand it any more than you do.[close]
These charges get leveled against me here anytime I say that I would basically never buy any clothing produced by a skate brand.[close]
why would you
the post a fit thread reminds me of all the dudes i see around town who "used to skate" but all drive outbacks around now
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm getting tired of seeing fast fashion seep into skating. Feels like there are too many options for clothing all the time from every company. An overflow of clothes that feels wasteful. Honestly a fair amount of the clothes are appealing, and then it's also mentally exhausting to continually maintain the strength to not spend money.[close]
soft goods are the only way skateboard companies make money, they dont make money on skateboards, why do you hate skateboarding etc. i dont understand it any more than you do.[close]
These charges get leveled against me here anytime I say that I would basically never buy any clothing produced by a skate brand.[close]
why would you
the post a fit thread reminds me of all the dudes i see around town who "used to skate" but all drive outbacks around now
You should try their skate line, they have some elastane on them.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI like my redkap pants more than my dickies[close]
hate the dickies pants. never could skate in them, like they dont stretch at all.[close]
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm getting tired of seeing fast fashion seep into skating. Feels like there are too many options for clothing all the time from every company. An overflow of clothes that feels wasteful. Honestly a fair amount of the clothes are appealing, and then it's also mentally exhausting to continually maintain the strength to not spend money.[close]
soft goods are the only way skateboard companies make money, they dont make money on skateboards, why do you hate skateboarding etc. i dont understand it any more than you do.[close]
These charges get leveled against me here anytime I say that I would basically never buy any clothing produced by a skate brand.[close]
why would you[close]
Because subsidizing Limosine Skateboards is apparently my personal responsibility.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm getting tired of seeing fast fashion seep into skating. Feels like there are too many options for clothing all the time from every company. An overflow of clothes that feels wasteful. Honestly a fair amount of the clothes are appealing, and then it's also mentally exhausting to continually maintain the strength to not spend money.[close]
soft goods are the only way skateboard companies make money, they dont make money on skateboards, why do you hate skateboarding etc. i dont understand it any more than you do.[close]
These charges get leveled against me here anytime I say that I would basically never buy any clothing produced by a skate brand.[close]
why would you
the post a fit thread reminds me of all the dudes i see around town who "used to skate" but all drive outbacks around now[close]
Makes me curious about what your fits are like as wel as how/where you procure them. Not knocking your perspective, I just find it interesting that a skater would be so averse to skate “fashion”
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm getting tired of seeing fast fashion seep into skating. Feels like there are too many options for clothing all the time from every company. An overflow of clothes that feels wasteful. Honestly a fair amount of the clothes are appealing, and then it's also mentally exhausting to continually maintain the strength to not spend money.[close]
soft goods are the only way skateboard companies make money, they dont make money on skateboards, why do you hate skateboarding etc. i dont understand it any more than you do.[close]
These charges get leveled against me here anytime I say that I would basically never buy any clothing produced by a skate brand.[close]
why would you
the post a fit thread reminds me of all the dudes i see around town who "used to skate" but all drive outbacks around now[close]
Makes me curious about what your fits are like as wel as how/where you procure them. Not knocking your perspective, I just find it interesting that a skater would be so averse to skate “fashion”[close]
??? what kind of a question is this
skate brands make up a tiny tiny fraction of all the clothing brands in the world lol, you realize it's harder to 'procure' skate clothes than otherwise?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm getting tired of seeing fast fashion seep into skating. Feels like there are too many options for clothing all the time from every company. An overflow of clothes that feels wasteful. Honestly a fair amount of the clothes are appealing, and then it's also mentally exhausting to continually maintain the strength to not spend money.[close]
soft goods are the only way skateboard companies make money, they dont make money on skateboards, why do you hate skateboarding etc. i dont understand it any more than you do.[close]
These charges get leveled against me here anytime I say that I would basically never buy any clothing produced by a skate brand.[close]
why would you[close]
Because subsidizing Limosine Skateboards is apparently my personal responsibility.[close]
It seems like if no one bought soft goods then most companies would end up folding. Wouldn’t that be a bad thing?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm getting tired of seeing fast fashion seep into skating. Feels like there are too many options for clothing all the time from every company. An overflow of clothes that feels wasteful. Honestly a fair amount of the clothes are appealing, and then it's also mentally exhausting to continually maintain the strength to not spend money.[close]
soft goods are the only way skateboard companies make money, they dont make money on skateboards, why do you hate skateboarding etc. i dont understand it any more than you do.[close]
These charges get leveled against me here anytime I say that I would basically never buy any clothing produced by a skate brand.[close]
why would you
the post a fit thread reminds me of all the dudes i see around town who "used to skate" but all drive outbacks around now[close]
Makes me curious about what your fits are like as wel as how/where you procure them. Not knocking your perspective, I just find it interesting that a skater would be so averse to skate “fashion”[close]
??? what kind of a question is this
skate brands make up a tiny tiny fraction of all the clothing brands in the world lol, you realize it's harder to 'procure' skate clothes than otherwise?[close]
It’s a question about what they don’t like about skate clothes and about what clothes they do like. Lol
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI'm getting tired of seeing fast fashion seep into skating. Feels like there are too many options for clothing all the time from every company. An overflow of clothes that feels wasteful. Honestly a fair amount of the clothes are appealing, and then it's also mentally exhausting to continually maintain the strength to not spend money.[close]
soft goods are the only way skateboard companies make money, they dont make money on skateboards, why do you hate skateboarding etc. i dont understand it any more than you do.[close]
These charges get leveled against me here anytime I say that I would basically never buy any clothing produced by a skate brand.[close]
why would you
the post a fit thread reminds me of all the dudes i see around town who "used to skate" but all drive outbacks around now[close]
Makes me curious about what your fits are like as wel as how/where you procure them. Not knocking your perspective, I just find it interesting that a skater would be so averse to skate “fashion”[close]
??? what kind of a question is this
skate brands make up a tiny tiny fraction of all the clothing brands in the world lol, you realize it's harder to 'procure' skate clothes than otherwise?[close]
It’s a question about what they don’t like about skate clothes and about what clothes they do like. Lol
you can buy second hand clothing from quality brands, even "designer" brands, for less than the cost of a lot of new skate clothing
i say this having bought both, and the quality of materials, fit, and construction of "skate clothes" just doesn't compare to clothing made by companies that focus on making clothes
i still abide by the classic rule that dressing like you don't skate is cooler than dressing like you do skate
i still abide by the classic rule that dressing like you don't skate is cooler than dressing like you do skateIs it embarrassing to admit you skate?
I’d say 80% of my wardrobe is skate clothing with the other 20% being stuff that my parents/sister bought me for Xmas or my bday. Does that make me a kook? So be it. I’m totally fine with supporting brands that pay skaters I like and do rad things for skateboarding. Not all of it is trash, especially with the new crop of cool brands. I guess the unpopular opinion here is that it’s totally fine to buy/wear clothes from skate brands.I don’t think it’s unpopular. At least not in San Diego.
Expand QuoteI might go to hell for this, but
Laban - juggling = 1993’s soty
Salman Agah winning this shit is extremely baffling.
All he did, was just an A+ for effort doing switch. His real video part was extremely overrated. Boring early stage switch snoozers and the ender was funny with that bible quote.
If they really hanged for creativity they would’ve done Rodney Mullen
Rodney Mullen’s virtual reality part do I have to explain it?? amazing. blasting away from the freestyle world perfectly landing onto the streets.
But If thrasher continued the gnar streak at the time laban would’ve definitely won it
But at the same time Laban became obscure with his juggling shit so yeah.
Laban for the past few years was constantly shifting and evolutionizing his style to a point where Laban’s “memoirs” part of the invisible team became a high note for him at least. 90s gnar add it’s finest paired with some rooftop action but it end’s with E MOTHER M FUCKING B. Kickflip
Yeah not to also mention his “caught cleaness” (bolts but actually in the heels I’d like to think of)[close]
This reminds me of another maybe unpopular opinion: Make SOTY less relevant again. I don´t think people gave too much of a shit about it in the early 90s. Would be nice to have that back and video parts spread more evenly during the year.
Expand QuoteI might go to hell for this, but
Laban - juggling = 1993’s soty
Salman Agah winning this shit is extremely baffling.
All he did, was just an A+ for effort doing switch. His real video part was extremely overrated. Boring early stage switch snoozers and the ender was funny with that bible quote.
If they really hanged for creativity they would’ve done Rodney Mullen
Rodney Mullen’s virtual reality part do I have to explain it?? amazing. blasting away from the freestyle world perfectly landing onto the streets.
But If thrasher continued the gnar streak at the time laban would’ve definitely won it
But at the same time Laban became obscure with his juggling shit so yeah.
Laban for the past few years was constantly shifting and evolutionizing his style to a point where Laban’s “memoirs” part of the invisible team became a high note for him at least. 90s gnar add it’s finest paired with some rooftop action but it end’s with E MOTHER M FUCKING B. Kickflip
Yeah not to also mention his “caught cleaness” (bolts but actually in the heels I’d like to think of)[close]
This reminds me of another maybe unpopular opinion: Make SOTY less relevant again. I don´t think people gave too much of a shit about it in the early 90s. Would be nice to have that back and video parts spread more evenly during the year.
The Baker team in its prime was corny and full of posers, a real cosplay of bad boys vibe. I feel like this is a pretty safe take, but people do seem to get upset at it.
The Baker team in its prime was corny and full of posers, a real cosplay of bad boys vibe. I feel like this is a pretty safe take, but people do seem to get upset at it.Also, Knox was an actual little kid. Wtf are dudes in their 20s doing hanging around with a ten year old?
The Baker team in its prime was corny and full of posers, a real cosplay of bad boys vibe. I feel like this is a pretty safe take, but people do seem to get upset at it.Just say you hate skateboarding
If you’renotskatingin a blazer and slacksas an adult what are you doing?
The Baker team in its prime was corny and full of posers, a real cosplay of bad boys vibe. I feel like this is a pretty safe take, but people do seem to get upset at it.
Skate videos like “Naugty” and “gnar gnar” aren’t talked about nearly enough.
Expand QuoteSkate videos like “Naugty” and “gnar gnar” aren’t talked about nearly enough.[close]
Well let’s talk about it
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteSkate videos like “Naugty” and “gnar gnar” aren’t talked about nearly enough.[close]
Well let’s talk about it[close]
Gnar Gnar is a fun video and makes me stoked to go out. Have fun, cruise around and doing tricks where ever and however you want.
Something is wrong with the industry if jeffwonsong is the one going the hardest at bust or bail
I don't care for Daewon Song. I guess I respect him for being ahead of his time on a technical level, but his skating does nothing for me. Most of the stuff he's been associated with post mid-90s World is corny/forgettable.Round 3 no good?
360 flips are pressure flipsThere is unpopular opinions and then there is actual wrong opinions
I don't care for Daewon Song. I guess I respect him for being ahead of his time on a technical level, but his skating does nothing for me. Most of the stuff he's been associated with post mid-90s World is corny/forgettable.Mini ramp champ with circus tricks. I stand with you.
Girl/chocolate in the 90s was always kinda boring. There were a few really great skaters on the teams - Guy, Sheffey and Koston, and a bunch of guys who were very good but not very original. Their vids were 40 minutes of crooked grinds and flip tricks at the same two schools.
I like Reynolds fine and get that girl/choc was good in the 90s but will say if you're still one of those guys that's like I make sure new skaters all watch goldfish so they know good style then your brain is beyond saving. Show rick in goldfish or guy in mouse sure but to make somebody who knows nothing about skating sit thru an hour of shit they can't understand or possibly care about is stupid. Just show video days or sub zeroExpand QuoteGirl/chocolate in the 90s was always kinda boring. There were a few really great skaters on the teams - Guy, Sheffey and Koston, and a bunch of guys who were very good but not very original. Their vids were 40 minutes of crooked grinds and flip tricks at the same two schools.[close]
This one’s crazy, here’s mine:
Andrew Reynolds does absolutely nothing for me. I’m sorry but whatever chemical everyone else has in their brains that makes watching him enjoyable, I must be missing. Not knocking him, he clearly deserves his flowers.
I like Reynolds fine and get that girl/choc was good in the 90s but will say if you're still one of those guys that's like I make sure new skaters all watch goldfish so they know good style then your brain is beyond saving. Show rick in goldfish or guy in mouse sure but to make somebody who knows nothing about skating sit thru an hour of shit they can't understand or possibly care about is stupid. Just show video days or sub zeroExpand QuoteExpand QuoteGirl/chocolate in the 90s was always kinda boring. There were a few really great skaters on the teams - Guy, Sheffey and Koston, and a bunch of guys who were very good but not very original. Their vids were 40 minutes of crooked grinds and flip tricks at the same two schools.[close]
This one’s crazy, here’s mine:
Andrew Reynolds does absolutely nothing for me. I’m sorry but whatever chemical everyone else has in their brains that makes watching him enjoyable, I must be missing. Not knocking him, he clearly deserves his flowers.[close]
honestly, it's not unreasonable to expect anyone to sit through 45 minutes of any skateboarding let alone a video 30 years old.....It’s hard because now is pretty great. I guess my hot take is that nostalgia for VX is lame.
For the most part there is a reasonable or arguably excessive focus on the past, often it's the stories/lore behind it anyways....
it's great to have hot takes about shit that happened a long time ago...but what about now?
It’s hard because now is pretty great. I guess my hot take is that nostalgia for VX is lame.Expand Quotehonestly, it's not unreasonable to expect anyone to sit through 45 minutes of any skateboarding let alone a video 30 years old.....
For the most part there is a reasonable or arguably excessive focus on the past, often it's the stories/lore behind it anyways....
it's great to have hot takes about shit that happened a long time ago...but what about now?[close]
One of my friends bought a TRV900 a couple years back and she didn't believe me when I said that was a dumbass decision. Especially with the added effort of having to digitize DV tapes after filmingExpand QuoteIt’s hard because now is pretty great. I guess my hot take is that nostalgia for VX is lame.Expand Quotehonestly, it's not unreasonable to expect anyone to sit through 45 minutes of any skateboarding let alone a video 30 years old.....
For the most part there is a reasonable or arguably excessive focus on the past, often it's the stories/lore behind it anyways....
it's great to have hot takes about shit that happened a long time ago...but what about now?[close][close]
Yeah, I get kooked by a bunch of guys who spent $2000 on a 20 year old 480p camera every time I say this, but your 2023 VX video looks like shit and despite your huge outlay of cash, you will never be able to capture the feeling of skating from your childhood.
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve clicked on a video with some skater I like only to see it’s filmed in VX. Immediate NOPE from me. It looks grainy and bad.Expand QuoteIt’s hard because now is pretty great. I guess my hot take is that nostalgia for VX is lame.Expand Quotehonestly, it's not unreasonable to expect anyone to sit through 45 minutes of any skateboarding let alone a video 30 years old.....
For the most part there is a reasonable or arguably excessive focus on the past, often it's the stories/lore behind it anyways....
it's great to have hot takes about shit that happened a long time ago...but what about now?[close][close]
Yeah, I get kooked by a bunch of guys who spent $2000 on a 20 year old 480p camera every time I say this, but your 2023 VX video looks like shit and despite your huge outlay of cash, you will never be able to capture the feeling of skating from your childhood.
I can’t tell you how many times I’ve clicked on a video with some skater I like only to see it’s filmed in VX. Immediate NOPE from me. It looks grainy and bad.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteIt’s hard because now is pretty great. I guess my hot take is that nostalgia for VX is lame.Expand Quotehonestly, it's not unreasonable to expect anyone to sit through 45 minutes of any skateboarding let alone a video 30 years old.....
For the most part there is a reasonable or arguably excessive focus on the past, often it's the stories/lore behind it anyways....
it's great to have hot takes about shit that happened a long time ago...but what about now?[close][close]
Yeah, I get kooked by a bunch of guys who spent $2000 on a 20 year old 480p camera every time I say this, but your 2023 VX video looks like shit and despite your huge outlay of cash, you will never be able to capture the feeling of skating from your childhood.[close]
people who ride shaped boards that actually hinder functionality are the "pick me girls" of skateboarding right now.
people who ride shaped boards that actually hinder functionality are the "pick me girls" of skateboarding right now.
But why would I skate a board that I can't do noseslides on?
I stopped riding riser pads. Turns out they don’t really matter. I don’t think gear matters that much
I don't give a single shit about Tampa Pro or AM and all the footage from these events looks super fucking boring.As much as it’s the realist, most core contest I don’t actually enjoy it much either
I don't give a single shit about Tampa Pro or AM and all the footage from these events looks super fucking boring.
Expand QuoteI don't give a single shit about Tampa Pro or AM and all the footage from these events looks super fucking boring.[close]
I hadn’t felt this way until I watched this recent Tampa Am, but yeah, it was incredibly boring.
imo a lot of the early HD stuff around 2010-2014 is unwatchable in 2023. So lifeless...I think that is the popular opinion.
Tom penny been wak since he came back like goofy boy. All rigor morris. Matt field lion hella stiffler too for a yogi. What kinda drugs turn you into a stiff person? I see the fent heads touching they toes with they eyelashes but yoga flame no moreIt’s called old age, you ding-dong.
It’s called old age, you ding-dong.Expand QuoteTom penny been wak since he came back like goofy boy. All rigor morris. Matt field lion hella stiffler too for a yogi. What kinda drugs turn you into a stiff person? I see the fent heads touching they toes with they eyelashes but yoga flame no more[close]
Don’t worry: you’ll get to smoke that shit one day too. You just gotta wait until you’re a grown up.
Low impact relatable skating sucks to watch. I want to see fucked up shit that I cannot imagine people doing.
Low impact relatable skating sucks to watch. I want to see fucked up shit that I cannot imagine people doing.
I’m A dingdongMan really DO cry a lot tho.
Rodney Mullen is a Fed tho. And why does he cry so much? Is he drunk? He cry like the drunk homies do when they talk about doing bad things.
Expand QuoteLow impact relatable skating sucks to watch. I want to see fucked up shit that I cannot imagine people doing.[close]
There's some skaters that keep it interesting, but yeah, I agree watching tricks I could possibly manage is not nearly as entertaining as watching someone like Pedro or GT attacking insane obstacles
Man really DO cry a lot tho.Expand QuoteI’m A dingdong
Rodney Mullen is a Fed tho. And why does he cry so much? Is he drunk? He cry like the drunk homies do when they talk about doing bad things.[close]
He’s like skateboarding’s John Boehner, or something.
Me too. It's probably a speaker chaos thing like you think this shit is new this dude used to cry a whole lot!Expand QuoteMan really DO cry a lot tho.Expand QuoteI’m A dingdong
Rodney Mullen is a Fed tho. And why does he cry so much? Is he drunk? He cry like the drunk homies do when they talk about doing bad things.[close]
He’s like skateboarding’s John Boehner, or something.[close]
Getting a lot of John Boehner references in my life this week.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteLow impact relatable skating sucks to watch. I want to see fucked up shit that I cannot imagine people doing.[close]
There's some skaters that keep it interesting, but yeah, I agree watching tricks I could possibly manage is not nearly as entertaining as watching someone like Pedro or GT attacking insane obstacles[close]
Even the fucked up shit gets „boring“ thanks to the constant overflow of content. Maybe I need some dopamine detox :o
I don't get how people skate high. I did that a couple days ago and absolutely hated it. Couldn't concentrate and felt really light headed.
Me too. It's probably a speaker chaos thing like you think this shit is new this dude used to cry a whole lot!Expand QuoteExpand QuoteMan really DO cry a lot tho.Expand QuoteI’m A dingdong
Rodney Mullen is a Fed tho. And why does he cry so much? Is he drunk? He cry like the drunk homies do when they talk about doing bad things.[close]
He’s like skateboarding’s John Boehner, or something.[close]
Getting a lot of John Boehner references in my life this week.[close]
smoke after you warm up
THIS! When you smoke after warming up (atleast for me) is when the actual magic happens. If I do it before, I'm not gonnaa do jack shit and my legs will be all heavy and shitExpand Quotesmoke after you warm up[close]
smoke after you warm up
has playing skate always been super prevalent and i've just been too socially maladjusted to have been involved or has it become more commonplace in the last ~10 years? like i know its been around forever but the influx of strangers coming up and asking me to play skate has increased significantly recently
has playing skate always been super prevalent and i've just been too socially maladjusted to have been involved or has it become more commonplace in the last ~10 years? like i know its been around forever but the influx of strangers coming up and asking me to play skate has increased significantly recentlyBatb took a while to catch on where i live. I remember constantly having to explain myself why i took second turn on the last letter
Never jack off or have sex before the session, it will take all the excitement out of you
Expand QuoteNever jack off or have sex before the session, it will take all the excitement out of you[close]
thats a new one. you been doing research on this topic? i mean are you speaking from experience?
Never jack off or have sex before the session, it will take all the excitement out of you
Expand QuoteNever jack off or have sex before the session, it will take all the excitement out of you[close]
i've been told the opposite was the case. might come down to personal preference eh
To fakie is just a survival tactic (slides and grinds, mosthetime).
Expand QuoteTo fakie is just a survival tactic (slides and grinds, mosthetime).[close]
Hard disagree, and don’t even feel like i have to explain myself. Your argument only counts for regular noseslides and boardslides
"mid session wank"Wait so is the established order warm up, smoke weed, then jerk off or warm up, jerk off, then smoke weed?
we might be on to something here.
The Classic huck don’t fuck but I’ve had my best sessions after fucking. I’ll have to add that I was never a “hucker” but some have said I’m a fucker..
If somebody with photoshop skills could make that diagram photo of skaters who huck and know what fucking is and people who fuck but don’t know what hucking is I’d appreciate that.
Wait so is the established order warm up, smoke weed, then jerk off or warm up, jerk off, then smoke weed?Expand Quote"mid session wank"
we might be on to something here.[close]
Actively using the kook/gnar system is way more whack and pitiful than talking about it.actually i think the rep and ignore system does a lot towards keeping this place usable. there's plenty of people who game other posters for a positive rep which can be annoying but there's a lot of value in seeing posters with outlandish, offensive takes roundly rejected by lots of people on this site. it's a good warning sign to not take that person seriously
Men that take underwear pics in a full length mirror are NOT having sex. They want to but they aren't. You gotta post holeactually i think the rep and ignore system does a lot towards keeping this place usable. there's plenty of people who game other posters for a positive rep which can be annoying but there's a lot of value in seeing posters with outlandish, offensive takes roundly rejected by lots of people on this site. it's a good warning sign to not take that person seriouslyExpand QuoteActively using the kook/gnar system is way more whack and pitiful than talking about it.[close]
either way, getting upset (or proud) of the fake and meaningless number next to your user name is the lamest thing possible
BACK ON TOPIC: david gonzalez absolutely knows what fucking is! have you seen the man's thirst traps? come on
I don't think Livia Sopranos was as bad or as conniving as everyone makes her out to be.I always read it as what a patriarchal society does to a smart women that in any other culture would have had a seat at the table. With a bit of Shakespearian madness or dementia sprinkled on top
I don't think Livia Sopranos was as bad or as conniving as everyone makes her out to be.
A skateboard is not a toy, and it is not useless.
But it is wooden.
Expand QuoteA skateboard is not a toy, and it is not useless.
But it is wooden.[close]
is a deck/board a skateboard, or is a skateboard the whole setup (hardware, trucks, wheels, bearings as well) - cause skateboards may not even be wooden.
what makes a skateboard either a toy, or not a toy? is it not a toy because it's sports equipment or a transportation device? is it a toy if you give it to a small child? etc etc
Unless someone is in uniform a gun is a toyExpand QuoteExpand QuoteA skateboard is not a toy, and it is not useless.
But it is wooden.[close]
is a deck/board a skateboard, or is a skateboard the whole setup (hardware, trucks, wheels, bearings as well) - cause skateboards may not even be wooden.
what makes a skateboard either a toy, or not a toy? is it not a toy because it's sports equipment or a transportation device? is it a toy if you give it to a small child? etc etc[close]
is shotgun a toy if you give it to a child?
If Dane Brady skated for Hockey he would get the exact same criticisms on here that Kevin Rodrigues does...What’s up with Dane Brady? I really liked his part in Like It Here
Maite is really enjoyable
Expand Quotehas playing skate always been super prevalent and i've just been too socially maladjusted to have been involved or has it become more commonplace in the last ~10 years? like i know its been around forever but the influx of strangers coming up and asking me to play skate has increased significantly recently[close]
The popularity of S.K.A.T.E has probably risen proportional to BatB.
you win...that is an unpopular opinion.....
bunt game of skate > BOTB > Olympics
lets take something which is intended to be a fun social game and really ramp up the competition of it.....we need more rules, and enforce them....
Maite is really enjoyable
Expand QuoteMaite is really enjoyable[close]
I could see the appeal with her Element part from a couple years ago. Maybe it was the song. But I think she’s one of the many skaters that tried way harder before getting a board.
I don't get the laser flip hate. It's just a tre going the other way. The fact that many people don't make them look good isn't the tricks fault, since it can be done nicely.I have yet to meet person who hates them and can actually do them
Walker Ryan seems kind of annoying and I get why he's not sponsored.
I don't get the laser flip hate. It's just a tre going the other way. The fact that many people don't make them look good isn't the tricks fault, since it can be done nicely.
Walker Ryan seems kind of annoying and I get why he's not sponsored.he made his own "my war," i feel like that kind of says a lot. seems like a really nice guy though
Expand QuoteI don't get the laser flip hate. It's just a tre going the other way. The fact that many people don't make them look good isn't the tricks fault, since it can be done nicely.[close]
This can be said about varial heelflip and inward heelflip, but one is significantly better looking than the other.
With toe-side tricks there’s a flick. There’s more room to manipulate the speed or style or rotation on a 360 flip. Whereas a laser heel, in my opinion, is a fling of the heel and a prayer. You have to kick out in a way that is not aesthetically appealing.
Not a professor but switch frontside is easier to wind up and kind of throw it in front of you, switch backside is more blind.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't get the laser flip hate. It's just a tre going the other way. The fact that many people don't make them look good isn't the tricks fault, since it can be done nicely.[close]
This can be said about varial heelflip and inward heelflip, but one is significantly better looking than the other.
With toe-side tricks there’s a flick. There’s more room to manipulate the speed or style or rotation on a 360 flip. Whereas a laser heel, in my opinion, is a fling of the heel and a prayer. You have to kick out in a way that is not aesthetically appealing.[close]
I don’t agree with this take. I think any trick has the potential to look good. Every trick has evolved over time. Ishod’s switch lazer flips are really well done so there’s proof the trick can look good.
I want a biomechanics professional to break down for me why exactly switch frontside tricks work so much better.
Not a professor but switch frontside is easier to wind up and kind of throw it in front of you, switch backside is more blind.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't get the laser flip hate. It's just a tre going the other way. The fact that many people don't make them look good isn't the tricks fault, since it can be done nicely.[close]
This can be said about varial heelflip and inward heelflip, but one is significantly better looking than the other.
With toe-side tricks there’s a flick. There’s more room to manipulate the speed or style or rotation on a 360 flip. Whereas a laser heel, in my opinion, is a fling of the heel and a prayer. You have to kick out in a way that is not aesthetically appealing.[close]
I don’t agree with this take. I think any trick has the potential to look good. Every trick has evolved over time. Ishod’s switch lazer flips are really well done so there’s proof the trick can look good.
I want a biomechanics professional to break down for me why exactly switch frontside tricks work so much better.[close]
board/lipslides are some of the coolest looking slide tricks.100
100Expand Quoteboard/lipslides are some of the coolest looking slide tricks.[close]
especially on long rails and anything kinked
Rowan’s boardslide in the rain at the Dime street challenge is one of the coolest tricks of all time for me
Expand Quote100Expand Quoteboard/lipslides are some of the coolest looking slide tricks.[close]
especially on long rails and anything kinked
Rowan’s boardslide in the rain at the Dime street challenge is one of the coolest tricks of all time for me[close]
That’s like the first trick most of us ever learned after ollie and that’s still the one that tricks, and the evolution of a boardslide is the best shit.. start them on a curb or a box, then flat bar.. then down rail and it’s always evolving and the rail slide is photogenic as hell
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't get the laser flip hate. It's just a tre going the other way. The fact that many people don't make them look good isn't the tricks fault, since it can be done nicely.[close]
This can be said about varial heelflip and inward heelflip, but one is significantly better looking than the other.
With toe-side tricks there’s a flick. There’s more room to manipulate the speed or style or rotation on a 360 flip. Whereas a laser heel, in my opinion, is a fling of the heel and a prayer. You have to kick out in a way that is not aesthetically appealing.[close]
I don’t agree with this take. I think any trick has the potential to look good. Every trick has evolved over time. Ishod’s switch lazer flips are really well done so there’s proof the trick can look good.
I want a biomechanics professional to break down for me why exactly switch frontside tricks work so much better.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't get the laser flip hate. It's just a tre going the other way. The fact that many people don't make them look good isn't the tricks fault, since it can be done nicely.[close]
This can be said about varial heelflip and inward heelflip, but one is significantly better looking than the other.
With toe-side tricks there’s a flick. There’s more room to manipulate the speed or style or rotation on a 360 flip. Whereas a laser heel, in my opinion, is a fling of the heel and a prayer. You have to kick out in a way that is not aesthetically appealing.[close]
I don’t agree with this take. I think any trick has the potential to look good. Every trick has evolved over time. Ishod’s switch lazer flips are really well done so there’s proof the trick can look good.
I want a biomechanics professional to break down for me why exactly switch frontside tricks work so much better.[close]
It’s not a trick for me and I’m okay with that. Ima track down one of Ishod’s. He’s got a nonchalance to his style that would make most anything look good.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI don't get the laser flip hate. It's just a tre going the other way. The fact that many people don't make them look good isn't the tricks fault, since it can be done nicely.[close]
This can be said about varial heelflip and inward heelflip, but one is significantly better looking than the other.
With toe-side tricks there’s a flick. There’s more room to manipulate the speed or style or rotation on a 360 flip. Whereas a laser heel, in my opinion, is a fling of the heel and a prayer. You have to kick out in a way that is not aesthetically appealing.[close]
I don’t agree with this take. I think any trick has the potential to look good. Every trick has evolved over time. Ishod’s switch lazer flips are really well done so there’s proof the trick can look good.
I want a biomechanics professional to break down for me why exactly switch frontside tricks work so much better.
Watching SLS right now and Cordano Russel skates like if Nyjah was mediocre at skating. Seems extremely out of place. This opinion is only unpopular because nobody knows who that even is
In case anybody wants to watch:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zkv_MybAvxc (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zkv_MybAvxc)
It’s one big elongated frontside 180, assisted by a rail in the middle drawing out a long pause to just chill and sliiiiiiiide.Expand QuoteExpand Quote100Expand Quoteboard/lipslides are some of the coolest looking slide tricks.[close]
especially on long rails and anything kinked
Rowan’s boardslide in the rain at the Dime street challenge is one of the coolest tricks of all time for me[close]
That’s like the first trick most of us ever learned after ollie and that’s still the one that tricks, and the evolution of a boardslide is the best shit.. start them on a curb or a box, then flat bar.. then down rail and it’s always evolving and the rail slide is photogenic as hell[close]
word. to fakie.
100 foot handrails clips are boring 90 percent of the time. Esp with the nasty cross lock 50. Save em for the hammer section. Are they even worthy?yeah i fell asleep twice during that rob pace part
i actually do think jesse pinkman could pull of dyrdek in a biopic motion pictureaaron paul? or aaron paul as jesse pinkman as dyrdek?
Cordano Russel reminds me of Alf
yeah i fell asleep twice during that rob pace partExpand Quote100 foot handrails clips are boring 90 percent of the time. Esp with the nasty cross lock 50. Save em for the hammer section. Are they even worthy?[close]
no idea if it was the editing or if 20+ rail tricks are too much
band shirts should fit true to sizeWould a Wu Tang shirt be exempt from this rule?
one size up if you absolutely must
wu tang clanWould a Wu Tang shirt be exempt from this rule?Expand Quoteband shirts should fit true to size
one size up if you absolutely must[close]
Instagram did to skateboahdin what Disney did to Pixar
You can make a credible argument for tyshawn being the goat street skater but you guys aren’t ready for that
:( okeeExpand QuoteYou can make a credible argument for tyshawn being the goat street skater but you guys aren’t ready for that[close]
You can make all those arguments and people probably are ready but I guess you aint ready for the argument that goat is no singularity, there are a multitude of skaters in the goat realm. Whether TJ belongs there or no can be debated. I am not interested tho sorry.
Shut up. I’m talking about Jeremys. Everyone know Pat better then Jeremy Wray that’s why he films him .I hope he better then Jeremy kliens old ass they ain’t even in the same decade. Pat Washington raps better then all them pats except for perky pat. That could be anyone’s if you take that candyExpand Quotepat chanita is better than jeremy wray AND jeremy klein[close]
I forgot to tell yawl the industry is misunderstood and all you haters need to understand that you capitalist. All of you. When my anarchy brothers you still in the game. You like Christian’s getting mad at heavy metal. You wrote that shit thems your words.
Expand QuoteI forgot to tell yawl the industry is misunderstood and all you haters need to understand that you capitalist. All of you. When my anarchy brothers you still in the game. You like Christian’s getting mad at heavy metal. You wrote that shit thems your words.[close]
Anyone else curious what this one is smoking on?
How Pat Burke neck get so thick?
Socal is everything south of halfmoon bay.I thought it was Santa Barbara south. We’ll take it cause I like central coast but I think Santa Cruz won’t like it
I thought it was Santa Barbara south. We’ll take it cause I like central coast but I think Santa Cruz won’t like itExpand QuoteSocal is everything south of halfmoon bay.[close]
I’m not sure if this is unpopular, but…
Tony Hawk should not make a musical about punk rock and skateboarding with Mark Mothersbaugh.
I don’t know if they mentioned it when he was on hawk v wolf, but Tony has mentioned it in the past.
Talking about what is and isn’t punk is a tired thing, but, I dunno, it just feels like that isn’t Tony Hawk’s story to tell.
I've been off for a little over three weeks, I was unaware you had to pay to remove ads now. Thank you for more motivation to stay away from that cesspoolExpand QuoteInstagram did to skateboahdin what Disney did to Pixar[close]
I deleted when they asked me for money to not see ads last week. The internet turned from an enrichment to a fucking manipulative clusterfuck.
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Tony Hawk should not make a musical about punk rock and skateboarding with Mark Mothersbaugh.[close]
I read that as he "should" make a documentary about it and was very confused.
He should not. No one should tbh.
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Tony Hawk should not make a musical about punk rock and skateboarding with Mark Mothersbaugh.[close]
I read that as he "should" make a documentary about it and was very confused.
He should not. No one should tbh.[close]
You both make me confused.
Edit: I just found out that the earlier referred musical is really going to happen. That doesn’t really make me less confused.
Only edits containing SOTY contenders should be released between mid-November and the official announcement. Your homie vids, tour videos, d-list parts, etc can wait. It’s like the hometown hero showing up to a long awaited demo and snaking the pros. Save that shit for the holidays, Jan/Feb/Mar, when everyone’s sitting at home fiending for footy.Is anyone even trying for SOTY this year? I feel like last year’s result was such a joke that no one is wasting their time anymore.
April is cool now. Look at their team. New vid: very nice.I was starting to think same thing lowkey
http://youtu.be/WFFCzOkAYwk?feature=shared
I was starting to think same thing lowkeyExpand QuoteApril is cool now. Look at their team. New vid: very nice.
http://youtu.be/WFFCzOkAYwk?feature=shared[close]
Maybe Thrasher was playing 4d chess and picked Tyshawn just so everyone would calm down with their SOTY run video dumps (that were both very entertaining but also obviously calculated and obnoxiously so).Is anyone even trying for SOTY this year? I feel like last year’s result was such a joke that no one is wasting their time anymore.Expand QuoteOnly edits containing SOTY contenders should be released between mid-November and the official announcement. Your homie vids, tour videos, d-list parts, etc can wait. It’s like the hometown hero showing up to a long awaited demo and snaking the pros. Save that shit for the holidays, Jan/Feb/Mar, when everyone’s sitting at home fiending for footy.[close]
If so it worked. Hasn’t been as heavy a year I thinkMaybe Thrasher was playing 4d chess and picked Tyshawn just so everyone would calm down with their SOTY run video dumps (that were both very entertaining but also obviously calculated and obnoxiously so).Expand QuoteIs anyone even trying for SOTY this year? I feel like last year’s result was such a joke that no one is wasting their time anymore.Expand QuoteOnly edits containing SOTY contenders should be released between mid-November and the official announcement. Your homie vids, tour videos, d-list parts, etc can wait. It’s like the hometown hero showing up to a long awaited demo and snaking the pros. Save that shit for the holidays, Jan/Feb/Mar, when everyone’s sitting at home fiending for footy.[close][close]
Maybe Thrasher was playing 4d chess and picked Tyshawn just so everyone would calm down with their SOTY run video dumps (that were both very entertaining but also obviously calculated and obnoxiously so).Expand QuoteIs anyone even trying for SOTY this year? I feel like last year’s result was such a joke that no one is wasting their time anymore.Expand QuoteOnly edits containing SOTY contenders should be released between mid-November and the official announcement. Your homie vids, tour videos, d-list parts, etc can wait. It’s like the hometown hero showing up to a long awaited demo and snaking the pros. Save that shit for the holidays, Jan/Feb/Mar, when everyone’s sitting at home fiending for footy.[close][close]
ledge skating sucks (i cant back 50 but can do back crooks, nosegrinds and crooks) like i think a ledge in a line is cool but almost never ender worth. just not fun to watch or do.
Expand Quoteledge skating sucks (i cant back 50 but can do back crooks, nosegrinds and crooks) like i think a ledge in a line is cool but almost never ender worth. just not fun to watch or do.[close]
I'm with you. I appreciate the technicality, but idk, I'm rarely stoked on a ledge spot. Last ledge move I was hyped on was Hermann Stene's mile long back smith on that ledge by the water
I do a couple grinds and slides and call it a day, I don't have the patience or desire to flip-in-flip-out.
Would like to learn BS Tails tho....
macba-type ledge skating seems kind of awful to do and watch but some nik stain-esque ledge skating? or tiago? c'mon manNone of them were as good as last year.
if you utter some variation of "this has been a slow year for content"/"no one deserves SOTY this year" you're making yourself look dumb. we got like, ten videos this summer!
what exactly is there not to love about ledges
Ledge skating is cool to watch sucks to do
Pool and ditch skating is fun to do sucks to watch
ledge skating sucks (i cant back 50 but can do back crooks, nosegrinds and crooks) like i think a ledge in a line is cool but almost never ender worth. just not fun to watch or do.
Expand Quotewhat exactly is there not to love about ledges[close]
mostly personal skill set probably, plus i never really got good at skating them. I mean, they're fine, but workshopping a new trick is tedious and boring, imo
i've got a small number of ledge tricks that i enjoy doing, i just think theres obstacles that are more fun
as for clips, anything worthwhile just looks hard and not very fun
Expand QuoteExpand Quotewhat exactly is there not to love about ledges[close]
mostly personal skill set probably, plus i never really got good at skating them. I mean, they're fine, but workshopping a new trick is tedious and boring, imo
i've got a small number of ledge tricks that i enjoy doing, i just think theres obstacles that are more fun
as for clips, anything worthwhile just looks hard and not very fun[close]
For me it’s the opposite, I’d rather spend two hours battling a ledge trick than two hours battling something on flat
Also, not sure if I’m in the minority here, I generally have an easier time learning ledge tricks than I do anything else
quasi, bronze, john wilson, huf, GX1000, palace, will miles nike vid, lakai, wknd, cal's pharmacy, real, static?! ,you're telling me none of these did anything for you?None of them were as good as last year.Expand Quotemacba-type ledge skating seems kind of awful to do and watch but some nik stain-esque ledge skating? or tiago? c'mon man
if you utter some variation of "this has been a slow year for content"/"no one deserves SOTY this year" you're making yourself look dumb. we got like, ten videos this summer![close]
No. I said there wasn’t anything as memorable as last year. We’re talking about SOTY, so I’m talking about individual parts. Louie, Nyjah, TFunk and Tyshawn released parts that were insanely good and I’ve rewatched most of them. And all of them released multiple parts and some had historic tricks in them. Nyjah released the all time most insane handrail part ever.quasi, bronze, john wilson, huf, GX1000, palace, will miles nike vid, lakai, wknd, cal's pharmacy, real, static?! ,you're telling me none of these did anything for you?Expand QuoteNone of them were as good as last year.Expand Quotemacba-type ledge skating seems kind of awful to do and watch but some nik stain-esque ledge skating? or tiago? c'mon man
if you utter some variation of "this has been a slow year for content"/"no one deserves SOTY this year" you're making yourself look dumb. we got like, ten videos this summer![close][close]
Damn if that’s not some inside fixing conspiracy theory type shit if I’ve ever heard some.Expand QuoteMaybe Thrasher was playing 4d chess and picked Tyshawn just so everyone would calm down with their SOTY run video dumps (that were both very entertaining but also obviously calculated and obnoxiously so).Expand QuoteIs anyone even trying for SOTY this year? I feel like last year’s result was such a joke that no one is wasting their time anymore.Expand QuoteOnly edits containing SOTY contenders should be released between mid-November and the official announcement. Your homie vids, tour videos, d-list parts, etc can wait. It’s like the hometown hero showing up to a long awaited demo and snaking the pros. Save that shit for the holidays, Jan/Feb/Mar, when everyone’s sitting at home fiending for footy.[close][close][close]
Thrasher also asked Tyshawn to postpone his video drop till fall. He said in interview he was ready to drop it in the summer.
I like Krux, both brand and the product
The more rep someone has the worse their posts seem to be.it’s not a hard and fast rule since there are plenty of great posters with positive reps but there are so many posters with reps close to a thousand who never have anything thought-provoking or witty or even mildly interesting to say, they just regurgitate whatever the current talking point or inside joke is. call it “the shalom effect.” for all we know they don’t even skate
The more rep someone has the worse their posts seem to be.Everyone pls kook me so my posts will be more litty
I don’t think they’re dorky, but I’ve also never heard anyone say they’re good. I don’t know, I haven’t tried them.Expand QuoteI like Krux, both brand and the product[close]
I think the brand is cool, probably the only truck brand that has ever had a personality. They always had fun ads. I think they’re treated the opposite of Indy, so they sponsor and give opportunities to more interesting people
On that same note I can’t square that away with the fact that I also think they’re a dork truck for dorks.
The more rep someone has the worse their posts seem to be.
Fuuuck!…for all we know they don’t even skateExpand QuoteThe more rep someone has the worse their posts seem to be.[close]
Bs and fs crooked grinds to fakie need to stop. Now.
Seriously.
There isn’t rules you dilbert
Expand QuoteThere isn’t rules you dilbert[close]
He likely doesn’t skate and for sure can’t do front krooks
Expand QuoteThe more rep someone has the worse their posts seem to be.[close]
The lower someone's rep is, the more obsessed with rep conspiracies they seem to be.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteThe more rep someone has the worse their posts seem to be.[close]
The lower someone's rep is, the more obsessed with rep conspiracies they seem to be.[close]
Hahah no there are 3-4 people that literally just kook me daily even though most of my recent posts are completely neutral. I guess that's fine if that's what brings them joy. Personally I don't really care if my rep is -100 or +1000, but upon noticing this it did make me realize there were a lot of high rep posters whose posts are best left on the ignore list.
But what I am mostly referring to are a few posters that just ramble or tell the same old jokes and have some insanely high score without really adding anything interesting or valuable.
Expand QuoteBs and fs crooked grinds to fakie need to stop. Now.
Seriously.[close]
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0PC4Aeoy5T/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteBs and fs crooked grinds to fakie need to stop. Now.
Seriously.[close]
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0PC4Aeoy5T/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==[close]
theres an exception if landing in banks etc
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteBs and fs crooked grinds to fakie need to stop. Now.
Seriously.[close]
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0PC4Aeoy5T/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==[close]
theres an exception if landing in banks etc
ledge skating sucks (i cant back 50 but can do back crooks, nosegrinds and crooks) like i think a ledge in a line is cool but almost never ender worth. just not fun to watch or do.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteBs and fs crooked grinds to fakie need to stop. Now.
Seriously.[close]
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0PC4Aeoy5T/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==[close]
theres an exception if landing in banks etc
but yeah, i meant when landing in flat. handrail, straight ledge, whatever. it just ruins the whole footage for me.Bs crooks to fakie on handrail sounds pretty damn sick to me.
every new skatepark should be nothing but big transition with pool coping, over vert, giant bowl corners. no more manny pads, flat bars, stairs, none of that shit. if you wanna skate street, then hit the damn streets. oh and every park should have a vert ramp… that is all 😆
and maybe a launch ramp…
Bs crooks to fakie on handrail sounds pretty damn sick to me.Expand Quotebut yeah, i meant when landing in flat. handrail, straight ledge, whatever. it just ruins the whole footage for me.[close]
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteBs and fs crooked grinds to fakie need to stop. Now.
Seriously.[close]
https://www.instagram.com/reel/C0PC4Aeoy5T/?igshid=NzBmMjdhZWRiYQ==[close]
theres an exception if landing in banks etc[close]
Oh yeah totally agree
I’m not sure if I’ve ever thought “yeah let’s crook fakie this ledge, thatd be sick”
I also think an exception is when half cab into them, I think those look cool
agreed but add washington street, burnside and louisvilleExpand Quoteevery new skatepark should be nothing but big transition with pool coping, over vert, giant bowl corners. no more manny pads, flat bars, stairs, none of that shit. if you wanna skate street, then hit the damn streets. oh and every park should have a vert ramp… that is all 😆
and maybe a launch ramp…
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the only viable blue prints for a skatepark are Lincoln City and Whitefish
every new skatepark should be nothing but big transition with pool coping, over vert, giant bowl corners. no more manny pads, flat bars, stairs, none of that shit. if you wanna skate street, then hit the damn streets. oh and every park should have a vert ramp… that is all 😆
and maybe a launch ramp…
every new skatepark should be nothing but big transition with pool coping, over vert, giant bowl corners. no more manny pads, flat bars, stairs, none of that shit. if you wanna skate street, then hit the damn streets. oh and every park should have a vert ramp… that is all 😆I'll take a guess
and maybe a launch ramp…
oh you wanna skate a pool? then go bail out a fucking backyard pool, loser
Expand Quoteevery new skatepark should be nothing but big transition with pool coping, over vert, giant bowl corners. no more manny pads, flat bars, stairs, none of that shit. if you wanna skate street, then hit the damn streets. oh and every park should have a vert ramp… that is all 😆
and maybe a launch ramp…
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THIS.
every new skatepark should be nothing but big transition with pool coping, over vert, giant bowl corners. no more manny pads, flat bars, stairs, none of that shit. if you wanna skate street, then hit the damn streets. oh and every park should have a vert ramp… that is all 😆When I was a kid, there was a wood indoor park, but no outdoor park that I knew of.
and maybe a launch ramp…
Really gnarly/gross slams (blood, getting knocked unconscious/semi unconscious, joints/limbs bending in the wrong direction) in skate videos should have a trigger warning
It doesn’t hurt anything to have one tho. I don’t think they’re necessary but if people start adding them I don’t think I’ll get upset either.Expand QuoteReally gnarly/gross slams (blood, getting knocked unconscious/semi unconscious, joints/limbs bending in the wrong direction) in skate videos should have a trigger warning[close]
Some of us grew up watching Welcome To Hell and seeing someone break their neck. And Ed or someone sack a rail and then show their bruised and swollen nutsack. It’s part of skating and adds to the video part imo. Also If you’re referencing this due to Pedro’s part, what did you expect? You can always watch a Braille edit if you want to play it safe.
I'll take a guessExpand Quoteevery new skatepark should be nothing but big transition with pool coping, over vert, giant bowl corners. no more manny pads, flat bars, stairs, none of that shit. if you wanna skate street, then hit the damn streets. oh and every park should have a vert ramp… that is all 😆
and maybe a launch ramp…
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Antihero board, classic eagle only
Indy/ace trucks
Thrasher hoodieSoftSpitfire formula 4 wheels, 56 mmLunch breakweekend mornings only skater
I bet 3/5 of these is right
I'll take a guessAntihero boardright now im on a scram
Indy/ace trucks why skate anything else?Thrasher hoodiei mean i’m not against wearing one, just haven’t found one in a dumpster yetSoft wheelsone set of 101s, one set of 96s for the DIYLunch break skaterjokes on you, i’m unemployedI bet 3/5 of these is righti guess i’m just not your type, sweetie
When I was a kid, there was a wood indoor park, but no outdoor park that I knew of.
There was this spot that at a playground by us where they had bulldozed out two big parking spaces into a hillside.
Then they paved up onto the hillside effectively making a three sided ditch. For some reason, it was also painted green.
That was the perfect skatepark.
Throw a parking block on top of one of the sides and literally anyone could have an awesome time there.
Well almost anyone.
Some big spoiled baby from some rich part of the country with bloated municipal budgets might complain that there was no big transition or pool coping.
…but anyone cool could have an awesome time there.
oh you wanna skate a pool? then go bail out a fucking backyard pool, loseri just emptied out the one at your moms house, loser
because most cities want skating contained in a skatepark and not on the streets.Expand QuoteWhen I was a kid, there was a wood indoor park, but no outdoor park that I knew of.
There was this spot that at a playground by us where they had bulldozed out two big parking spaces into a hillside.
Then they paved up onto the hillside effectively making a three sided ditch. For some reason, it was also painted green.
That was the perfect skatepark.
Throw a parking block on top of one of the sides and literally anyone could have an awesome time there.
Well almost anyone.
Some big spoiled baby from some rich part of the country with bloated municipal budgets might complain that there was no big transition or pool coping.
…but anyone cool could have an awesome time there.[close]
likes skating transition = spoiled rich kid? that’s an interesting hypothesis
i don’t know where i complained about any spot at all, i’ll skate anything. that spot you’re describing sounds sick. my reasoning for my unpopular opinion that for some reason got under some skin, is that if kids don’t have access to ramps, they can’t learn how to skate them. there’s street obstacles everywhere, so street skating will never die out. any kid can pick up a board, go skate around town and learn flip tricks and ledges. if a city is gonna spend half a million dollars to build a place to skateboard, why tf would they spend all the money on shit that’s already all over the place.
because most cities want skating contained in a skatepark and not on the streets.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteWhen I was a kid, there was a wood indoor park, but no outdoor park that I knew of.
There was this spot that at a playground by us where they had bulldozed out two big parking spaces into a hillside.
Then they paved up onto the hillside effectively making a three sided ditch. For some reason, it was also painted green.
That was the perfect skatepark.
Throw a parking block on top of one of the sides and literally anyone could have an awesome time there.
Well almost anyone.
Some big spoiled baby from some rich part of the country with bloated municipal budgets might complain that there was no big transition or pool coping.
…but anyone cool could have an awesome time there.[close]
likes skating transition = spoiled rich kid? that’s an interesting hypothesis
i don’t know where i complained about any spot at all, i’ll skate anything. that spot you’re describing sounds sick. my reasoning for my unpopular opinion that for some reason got under some skin, is that if kids don’t have access to ramps, they can’t learn how to skate them. there’s street obstacles everywhere, so street skating will never die out. any kid can pick up a board, go skate around town and learn flip tricks and ledges. if a city is gonna spend half a million dollars to build a place to skateboard, why tf would they spend all the money on shit that’s already all over the place.[close]
an exception here is SF which, aside from being pretty lawless regardless, paid kanfoush to build those obstacles at UN plaza/civic center
you're not wrong though. when i saw more and more concrete parks being built with stairs and handrails i thought it was really strange. still do.
agreed but add washington street, burnside and louisvilleExpand QuoteExpand Quoteevery new skatepark should be nothing but big transition with pool coping, over vert, giant bowl corners. no more manny pads, flat bars, stairs, none of that shit. if you wanna skate street, then hit the damn streets. oh and every park should have a vert ramp… that is all 😆
and maybe a launch ramp…
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the only viable blue prints for a skatepark are Lincoln City and Whitefish[close]
Expand QuoteReally gnarly/gross slams (blood, getting knocked unconscious/semi unconscious, joints/limbs bending in the wrong direction) in skate videos should have a trigger warning[close]
Some of us grew up watching Welcome To Hell and seeing someone break their neck. And Ed or someone sack a rail and then show their bruised and swollen nutsack. It’s part of skating and adds to the video part imo. Also If you’re referencing this due to Pedro’s part, what did you expect? You can always watch a Braille edit if you want to play it safe.
'YEEEEEWWWWWWW' needs to fucking dieLET'S GOOOOOOOOOOO!!!
i really wanna get down there soonExpand Quoteagreed but add washington street, burnside and louisvilleExpand QuoteExpand Quoteevery new skatepark should be nothing but big transition with pool coping, over vert, giant bowl corners. no more manny pads, flat bars, stairs, none of that shit. if you wanna skate street, then hit the damn streets. oh and every park should have a vert ramp… that is all 😆
and maybe a launch ramp…
[close]
the only viable blue prints for a skatepark are Lincoln City and Whitefish[close][close]
Agreed but add the bridge DIY in Charleston, SC
every new skatepark should be nothing but big transition with pool coping, over vert, giant bowl corners. no more manny pads, flat bars, stairs, none of that shit. if you wanna skate street, then hit the damn streets. oh and every park should have a vert ramp… that is all 😆
and maybe a launch ramp…
I hate virtually all tagging, graffiti, "throw-ups", whatever. The world is a demonstrably uglier place thanks to the incredibly selfish behavior of countless untalented, unoriginal and completely uncreative hacks who are aping a 50-year-old style to which they have absolutely no social or cultural connection.Couldn't agree more
Maybe ~1% of graffiti actually contributes something to the world. Even the "creative" pieces - ones which proport to say something - are actually like a mural of Marge Simpson smoking a joint, or a picture of Putin with vampire fangs. Dogshit. Keep that crap in your sketchbooks.
I hate virtually all tagging, graffiti, "throw-ups", whatever. The world is a demonstrably uglier place thanks to the incredibly selfish behavior of countless untalented, unoriginal and completely uncreative hacks who are aping a 50-year-old style to which they have absolutely no social or cultural connection.This right here. Skaters should heckle the shit out of graffiti dudes, you all are the ones ruining spots. Also, 90% of you are white kids from the cul-de-sac suburbs talking with blaccent you are not hard please drop that shit it is super embarrassing for everyone.
Maybe ~1% of graffiti actually contributes something to the world. Even the "creative" pieces - ones which proport to say something - are actually like a mural of Marge Simpson smoking a joint, or a picture of Putin with vampire fangs. Dogshit. Keep that crap in your sketchbooks.
If I saw Burberry Erry in real life I’d make sure to act really hyped but call him Blueberry Jerry, and keep insisting that is his name.Would be funny to be like “dude there’s something in your hair”
This right here. Skaters should heckle the shit out of graffiti dudes, you all are the ones ruining spots. Also, 90% of you are white kids from the cul-de-sac suburbs talking with blaccent you are not hard please drop that shit it is super embarrassing for everyone.Expand QuoteI hate virtually all tagging, graffiti, "throw-ups", whatever. The world is a demonstrably uglier place thanks to the incredibly selfish behavior of countless untalented, unoriginal and completely uncreative hacks who are aping a 50-year-old style to which they have absolutely no social or cultural connection.
Maybe ~1% of graffiti actually contributes something to the world. Even the "creative" pieces - ones which proport to say something - are actually like a mural of Marge Simpson smoking a joint, or a picture of Putin with vampire fangs. Dogshit. Keep that crap in your sketchbooks.[close]
'YEEEEEWWWWWWW' needs to fucking dieYou need more good Yews in your life.
You need more good Yews in your life.Expand Quote'YEEEEEWWWWWWW' needs to fucking die[close]
Expand QuoteYou need more good Yews in your life.Expand Quote'YEEEEEWWWWWWW' needs to fucking die[close][close]
Agreed, long yews are a welcomed sight.
Then again to expose my bias, I’m teetering on identifying as an old dude who is aroused by Anti Hero products.
This right here. Skaters should heckle the shit out of graffiti dudes, you all are the ones ruining spots. Also, 90% of you are white kids from the cul-de-sac suburbs talking with blaccent you are not hard please drop that shit it is super embarrassing for everyone.Expand QuoteI hate virtually all tagging, graffiti, "throw-ups", whatever. The world is a demonstrably uglier place thanks to the incredibly selfish behavior of countless untalented, unoriginal and completely uncreative hacks who are aping a 50-year-old style to which they have absolutely no social or cultural connection.
Maybe ~1% of graffiti actually contributes something to the world. Even the "creative" pieces - ones which proport to say something - are actually like a mural of Marge Simpson smoking a joint, or a picture of Putin with vampire fangs. Dogshit. Keep that crap in your sketchbooks.[close]
Expand QuoteI hate virtually all tagging, graffiti, "throw-ups", whatever. The world is a demonstrably uglier place thanks to the incredibly selfish behavior of countless untalented, unoriginal and completely uncreative hacks who are aping a 50-year-old style to which they have absolutely no social or cultural connection.
Maybe ~1% of graffiti actually contributes something to the world. Even the "creative" pieces - ones which proport to say something - are actually like a mural of Marge Simpson smoking a joint, or a painting of Putin with vampire fangs. Dogshit. Keep that crap in your sketchbooks.[close]
this is a man employed to fix flat tires posting on a rolling wood trickboard website concerned a different subculture isn't "contributing". extremely loser worldview
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI hate virtually all tagging, graffiti, "throw-ups", whatever. The world is a demonstrably uglier place thanks to the incredibly selfish behavior of countless untalented, unoriginal and completely uncreative hacks who are aping a 50-year-old style to which they have absolutely no social or cultural connection.
Maybe ~1% of graffiti actually contributes something to the world. Even the "creative" pieces - ones which proport to say something - are actually like a mural of Marge Simpson smoking a joint, or a painting of Putin with vampire fangs. Dogshit. Keep that crap in your sketchbooks.[close]
this is a man employed to fix flat tires posting on a rolling wood trickboard website concerned a different subculture isn't "contributing". extremely loser worldview[close]
I never said anything about contributing; I said it made the world uglier. And that hasn't been my job for half a decade.
FWIW, if you've ever offered any personal details about yourself, I promise that you're too inconsequential to commit them to memory.
Paul Schmitt talks in too many circles for PS stix boards to not even be that good. Dude reminds me of Neil De-Grasse Tyson.Let me me ask you this: would you rather have a pockeknife with two blades or one?
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteI hate virtually all tagging, graffiti, "throw-ups", whatever. The world is a demonstrably uglier place thanks to the incredibly selfish behavior of countless untalented, unoriginal and completely uncreative hacks who are aping a 50-year-old style to which they have absolutely no social or cultural connection.
Maybe ~1% of graffiti actually contributes something to the world. Even the "creative" pieces - ones which proport to say something - are actually like a mural of Marge Simpson smoking a joint, or a painting of Putin with vampire fangs. Dogshit. Keep that crap in your sketchbooks.[close]
this is a man employed to fix flat tires posting on a rolling wood trickboard website concerned a different subculture isn't "contributing". extremely loser worldview[close]
I never said anything about contributing; I said it made the world uglier. And that hasn't been my job for half a decade.
FWIW, if you've ever offered any personal details about yourself, I promise that you're too inconsequential to commit them to memory.[close]
i bolded where you mentioned it; mr. finnegans tri-tune is two days behind schedule on the service computer
I know I’m a couple pages late but grinds and slides to fakie are acceptable if it’s a setup for the next trick. Crook to fakie -> fakie flip -> fakie back tail is way better than crook to fakie -> revert -> tre flop -> another crook to fakie
Let me me ask you this: would you rather have a pockeknife with two blades or one?Expand QuotePaul Schmitt talks in too many circles for PS stix boards to not even be that good. Dude reminds me of Neil De-Grasse Tyson.[close]
There you go.
I hate virtually all tagging, graffiti, "throw-ups", whatever. The world is a demonstrably uglier place thanks to the incredibly selfish behavior of countless untalented, unoriginal and completely uncreative hacks who are aping a 50-year-old style to which they have absolutely no social or cultural connection.Each to their own, but maybe take a closer look at the Think logo in your avatar
Maybe ~1% of graffiti actually contributes something to the world. Even the "creative" pieces - ones which proport to say something - are actually like a mural of Marge Simpson smoking a joint, or a painting of Putin with vampire fangs. Dogshit. Keep that crap in your sketchbooks.
Expand QuoteI know I’m a couple pages late but grinds and slides to fakie are acceptable if it’s a setup for the next trick. Crook to fakie -> fakie flip -> fakie back tail is way better than crook to fakie -> revert -> tre flop -> another crook to fakie[close]
Fuck crook to fakie.
Matter of fact, lets leave them to the year 2023. 2024, not a single crook to fakie is to be made.
Expand Quoteevery new skatepark should be nothing but big transition with pool coping, over vert, giant bowl corners. no more manny pads, flat bars, stairs, none of that shit. if you wanna skate street, then hit the damn streets. oh and every park should have a vert ramp… that is all 😆
and maybe a launch ramp…
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I remember seeing some SKATE TWITTER dorks being upset about that riverside park in New York - a park which appears to have a pretty sizeable street section - because they had the audacity to install a legit pool in a section of the park. The general consensus was that no one who matters (i.e. their peer group) actually skates that feature, but I see footage of that little ripper Jiro absolutely wrecking the pool so I think these guys might just actually suck at skating.
This ongoing fixation with Tom Knox's kids is very perplexing to me. He's a 32 year old man with a job and a family, what's so exceptional about that?(https://images-wixmp-ed30a86b8c4ca887773594c2.wixmp.com/f/0c782e4c-fae0-4a87-b7b1-a752598d9df9/dbt2261-dcd3d3f9-93e4-4334-96bd-1508b34b3bea.png/v1/fill/w_1024,h_1247/heath_slater_2017_new_render_by_ambriegnsasylum16_dbt2261-fullview.png?token=eyJ0eXAiOiJKV1QiLCJhbGciOiJIUzI1NiJ9.eyJzdWIiOiJ1cm46YXBwOjdlMGQxODg5ODIyNjQzNzNhNWYwZDQxNWVhMGQyNmUwIiwiaXNzIjoidXJuOmFwcDo3ZTBkMTg4OTgyMjY0MzczYTVmMGQ0MTVlYTBkMjZlMCIsIm9iaiI6W1t7ImhlaWdodCI6Ijw9MTI0NyIsInBhdGgiOiJcL2ZcLzBjNzgyZTRjLWZhZTAtNGE4Ny1iN2IxLWE3NTI1OThkOWRmOVwvZGJ0MjI2MS1kY2QzZDNmOS05M2U0LTQzMzQtOTZiZC0xNTA4YjM0YjNiZWEucG5nIiwid2lkdGgiOiI8PTEwMjQifV1dLCJhdWQiOlsidXJuOnNlcnZpY2U6aW1hZ2Uub3BlcmF0aW9ucyJdfQ.hLoO5yc3ACicBv8r1v8Hu07_SaVHccUSARV4qy60Z9Y)
I remember seeing some SKATE TWITTER dorks being upset about that riverside park in New York - a park which appears to have a pretty sizeable street section - because they had the audacity to install a legit pool in a section of the park. The general consensus was that no one who matters (i.e. their peer group) actually skates that feature, but I see footage of that little ripper Jiro absolutely wrecking the pool so I think these guys might just actually suck at skating.
counterpoint: there's a gnarly transition grindline park in my town that everyone hates and no one skates. i think for every huge bowl that gets built + blossoms a scene there's 20 that sit dormant. where do you live?
Hours is yours is a stupid brand nameShould've named it king
the grass roots elements of the skateboard industry are on their last legs. Once sporting conglomerates and amazon bother to figure out and agree on a standard, the internet will snort up every significant trace of an alternative, and that'll be that.Don’t you dare say that. I’m already having a shitty two days now. Now I gotta be worried about DLX going to shit. Pair that with post 40 skating for me, and I’ll just have to quit for good if I can’t get a decent skate deck anymore from an honest to goodness real skate shop.
I'm thinking the demise of deluxe brands will be the death knell and could happen within the next 5 years. The end of real skateboards will mark the end of real skateboards.
Don’t you dare say that. I’m already having a shitty two days now. Now I gotta be worried about DLX going to shit. Pair that with post 40 skating for me, and I’ll just have to quit for good if I can’t get a decent skate deck anymore from an honest to goodness real skate shop.Expand Quotethe grass roots elements of the skateboard industry are on their last legs. Once sporting conglomerates and amazon bother to figure out and agree on a standard, the internet will snort up every significant trace of an alternative, and that'll be that.
I'm thinking the demise of deluxe brands will be the death knell and could happen within the next 5 years. The end of real skateboards will mark the end of real skateboards.[close]
Why you gotta hurt my heart like that, why?
No one gives a shit about any of this…..it’s 2023..all people want is a tennis court with some random stuff thrown in it.The weirder the better
you couldnt punch thru wax paper big dog
i just think weed is boring to do for "fun" i used to smoke for fun but now i just use cbd oils. there are more fun things than weed imoNo no no no noExpand QuoteTHC mid. CBD peak.[close]
It’s all about terpene profile
It’s far more complicated then just thc percentage
probably more fun that real weedlolExpand Quotethe weed nerd thing is completely played out and overblown
if its good enough to get you stoned who fuckin cares[close]
You smoke K2
lolExpand Quotethe weed nerd thing is completely played out and overblown
if its good enough to get you stoned who fuckin cares[close]
You smoke K2
U call me that twice nowExpand QuoteExpand QuotelolExpand Quotethe weed nerd thing is completely played out and overblown
if its good enough to get you stoned who fuckin cares[close]
You smoke K2[close]
lol
You’re insufferable[close]
Shame on you. Now shame on me.
lol you R a dork. Hi dork. Dorky dorky. Hi.
Put me on ignore or suffer.
Expand QuoteU call me that twice nowExpand QuoteExpand QuotelolExpand Quotethe weed nerd thing is completely played out and overblown
if its good enough to get you stoned who fuckin cares[close]
You smoke K2[close]
lol
You’re insufferable[close]
Shame on you. Now shame on me.
lol you R a dork. Hi dork. Dorky dorky. Hi.
Put me on ignore or suffer.[close]
I might be a dork but at least I’m not LARPing as a quirky braindead twitter bot or whatever it is you’re doing. Your schtick does nothing for anyone here and it’s painful to see it fall flat. Also my weed’s better than yours and I pay 30 bucks for a q so suck it
the weed nerd thing is completely played out and overblown
if its good enough to get you stoned who fuckin cares
the weed nerd thing is completely played out and overblownIndica and sativa are just meaningless marketing words
if its good enough to get you stoned who fuckin cares
Expand Quotethe weed nerd thing is completely played out and overblown
if its good enough to get you stoned who fuckin cares[close]
I definitely care about solvents being used. Thats why its only flower or rosin, i never want to smoke resin again.
lolno way, daily salvia rips are where its at
You smoke K2
Expand QuoteExpand Quotethe weed nerd thing is completely played out and overblown
if its good enough to get you stoned who fuckin cares[close]
I definitely care about solvents being used. Thats why its only flower or rosin, i never want to smoke resin again.[close]
the only thing that actually matters in this conversationno way, daily salvia rips are where its atExpand Quotelol
You smoke K2[close]
Pulled taught I reckon it'd be easy but it would need to be taught.
Let's get a gofundme going
Expand QuotePulled taught I reckon it'd be easy but it would need to be taught.
Let's get a gofundme going[close]
bet. prolly costs 5$ to get an XL white T printed that says "WAX PAPER" on it, then you just gotta put it on my buddy there and ill pay my own airfare to go punch through it
weed stopped being fun as soon as I was old enough to have anything to worry about. Need stuff that turns the brain off now vs. enhancing it.i just think weed is boring to do for "fun" i used to smoke for fun but now i just use cbd oils. there are more fun things than weed imoExpand QuoteNo no no no noExpand QuoteTHC mid. CBD peak.[close]
It’s all about terpene profile
It’s far more complicated then just thc percentage[close]
skating with big wheels (54+) is cheating. it screams "I need help pumping and locking into anything"
skating with big wheels (54+) is cheating. it screams "I need help pumping and locking into anything"
Expand Quoteskating with big wheels (54+) is cheating. it screams "I need help pumping and locking into anything"[close]
Skating anything with wax or coping is cheating. It screams, “I need help grinding and sliding anything.”
Expand Quoteskating with big wheels (54+) is cheating. it screams "I need help pumping and locking into anything"[close]
Haha really? You must be shitty to skate with. Props on the unpopular opinion
skating with big wheels (54+) is cheating. it screams "I need help pumping and locking into anything"I really don’t skate much transition I just like going fast. Bigger wheels go faster. Don’t really care how it looks.
Expand QuoteExpand Quoteskating with big wheels (54+) is cheating. it screams "I need help pumping and locking into anything"[close]
Skating anything with wax or coping is cheating. It screams, “I need help grinding and sliding anything.”[close]
lol, how's it feel to be called out? get a smaller wheel size, big wheels look ridiculous and you might as well be riding a scooter.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand Quoteskating with big wheels (54+) is cheating. it screams "I need help pumping and locking into anything"[close]
Skating anything with wax or coping is cheating. It screams, “I need help grinding and sliding anything.”[close]
lol, how's it feel to be called out? get a smaller wheel size, big wheels look ridiculous and you might as well be riding a scooter.[close]
Check my sig file. I ride sub 54mm. People look turboclown when they assume things...
not enough people clean the dust off of the top of a ledge before skating it
also going to add that no one really waxes the spot on top of the ledge where the tip of your nose/tail would be sliding at if you were fully on top
Never realized you were the one running that IG account. It’s a favorite follow of mine. Thank you for your effort on it!
Some of you never pushed around an actual city and it shows by your hatred of big wheels. Your post smell like skateparks and your reference to a scooter confirms that.
Some of you never pushed around an actual city and it shows by your hatred of big wheels. Your post smell like skateparks and your reference to a scooter confirms that.
skating with big wheels (54+) is cheating. it screams "I need help pumping and locking into anything"im not good enough at skating to be picky on wheels so i just get big chunky 56mm and go vroom vroom
skating with big wheels (54+) is cheating. it screams "I need help pumping and locking into anything"
Josh Kalis' indoor granite park looks cramped and a pain in the ass to skate.Congrats on the slap pal status.
I love the concept and love Kalis and really, really want that park to be awesome but in almost every piece of footage it seems like whomever is skating is struggling to deal with how close together the obstacles are. It's like they are making the best out of a tough situation.
52 classics for life and I be skating shitty east coast spots all the time. It's not that hard lol.
Caring about wheel size same as caring about dick size
“Arguing” about skateboarding in the internet isn’t cool
You not cool breh. You pal I’m not. Calling people assinie cuz you too scared to say you don’t actullu skate no more No one really care about your math. We here to teach. Not argue. 1 mm two mm three mm four. Is you fools really that sensitive or just caught up in the trap
Little wheels for every situation is like being the guy who wears jeans to a wedding.I wore jeans to my own wedding
You get an f George .This is unpopular opinions I’m in the right place right?
I wore jeans to my own weddingExpand QuoteLittle wheels for every situation is like being the guy who wears jeans to a wedding.[close]
Making sure SLAP knows that you don’t care about SOTY or are over it is super weak.don't get me wrong, the inevitable SOTY discussions around every major video part in november - december grow tedious, but the guy whose only contribution is some virtue signal-ass post saying "no one cares about SOTY" in the middle of a dozen people discussing it? yeah, that's way worse
This is unpopular opinions I’m in the right place right?Expand QuoteYou get an f George .[close]
SOTY race rules. Everyone wants it all the footage comes out best time of the year. At a nigh level skating is competitive all these dudes want it embrace it.
Expand QuoteCaring about wheel size same as caring about dick size[close]
and speaking of dick size, what’s the deal with everyone being over particular about their shoes being TTS or having to swap out the insoles? I’ve never met a size 7 that didn’t fit my feet. guess I’m lucky
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteCaring about wheel size same as caring about dick size[close]
and speaking of dick size, what’s the deal with everyone being over particular about their shoes being TTS or having to swap out the insoles? I’ve never met a size 7 that didn’t fit my feet. guess I’m lucky[close]
For real. I’ve never sized up or down in different shoes. Always wore the same size and it’s never given me any trouble.
It’s ok to smoke and drink in front of kids at the skateparkIdk I personally try to be a “positive role model” (I hate that phrase lol) or at least try to be.
Caring about wheel size same as caring about dick size
Honeycrisps are the most basic bitch apple. They’re too sweet and apples for people who just want candy. The best apples have an equal balance of sweet and tart. I’ve been fuckin with the heirloom apples now that i work in produce at a grocery store. They’re as cheap if not cheaper than all those overly sweet engineered apples.now THIS belongs in this thread
now THIS belongs in this threadExpand QuoteHoneycrisps are the most basic bitch apple. They’re too sweet and apples for people who just want candy. The best apples have an equal balance of sweet and tart. I’ve been fuckin with the heirloom apples now that i work in produce at a grocery store. They’re as cheap if not cheaper than all those overly sweet engineered apples.[close]
Idk I personally try to be a “positive role model” (I hate that phrase lol) or at least try to be.Expand QuoteIt’s ok to smoke and drink in front of kids at the skatepark[close]
Caring about wheel size same as caring about dick sizeJinn baby, c’mon… this comin’ across like some insecure, some small dick energy type of shit right here.
"My knees and back don't hurt as much after a session"Expand QuoteCaring about wheel size same as caring about dick size[close]
That's why Dragons cater to middle aged men....soft...but ride hard....
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteCaring about wheel size same as caring about dick size[close]
and speaking of dick size, what’s the deal with everyone being over particular about their shoes being TTS or having to swap out the insoles? I’ve never met a size 7 that didn’t fit my feet. guess I’m lucky[close]
For real. I’ve never sized up or down in different shoes. Always wore the same size and it’s never given me any trouble.[close]
Do you actually buy the same size in Nike vs some chuck Taylors? You're not the enlightened one if so
Honeycrisps are the most basic bitch apple. They’re too sweet and apples for people who just want candy. The best apples have an equal balance of sweet and tart. I’ve been fuckin with the heirloom apples now that i work in produce at a grocery store. They’re as cheap if not cheaper than all those overly sweet engineered apples.
I think jinn might be my favourite poster on here right now.
granny smith owns the apple gameGranny Smith is only good for apple pies and bitter disappointment.
This has been my go-to for a few years now (used to be Gala). Pink Ladies are deliciousGranny Smith is only good for apple pies and bitter disappointment.Expand Quotegranny smith owns the apple game[close]
Pink Lady’s treat you right.
Right on.This has been my go-to for a few years now (used to be Gala). Pink Ladies are deliciousExpand QuoteGranny Smith is only good for apple pies and bitter disappointment.Expand Quotegranny smith owns the apple game[close]
Pink Lady’s treat you right.[close]
It’s fun. The only problem I have is that it’s ultimately up to Thrasher and they sometimes make choices I disagree with.This is unpopular opinions I’m in the right place right?Expand QuoteYou get an f George .[close]
SOTY race rules. Everyone wants it all the footage comes out best time of the year. At a nigh level skating is competitive all these dudes want it embrace it.
Expand QuoteExpand QuoteExpand QuoteCaring about wheel size same as caring about dick size[close]
and speaking of dick size, what’s the deal with everyone being over particular about their shoes being TTS or having to swap out the insoles? I’ve never met a size 7 that didn’t fit my feet. guess I’m lucky[close]
For real. I’ve never sized up or down in different shoes. Always wore the same size and it’s never given me any trouble.[close]
Do you actually buy the same size in Nike vs some chuck Taylors? You're not the enlightened one if so
graft your own or gtfo diy hellride til I die!!!!You eat the GX1000 of apples.
granny smith owns the apple game
Caring about wheel size same as caring about dick size
granny smith owns the apple game^
I have an oral allergy to a lot of apples and so far honeycrisps are the only readily available ones that don't fuck up my mouth.Expand QuoteI think jinn might be my favourite poster on here right now.[close]
Same. Whether it’s true personality or a shtick, don’t care, laugh every time and about 1/4 of the time think “FUCK, they actually make a decent point…”
Also anyone calling out honeycrisp for being a basic bitch apple needs to be including their preferred alternative so we can judge you back.
And jazz apples are great.
Expand QuoteCaring about wheel size same as caring about dick size[close]
and speaking of dick size, what’s the deal with everyone being over particular about their shoes being TTS or having to swap out the insoles? I’ve never met a size 7 that didn’t fit my feet. guess I’m lucky
I have an oral allergy to a lot of apples and so far honeycrisps are the only readily available ones that don't fuck up my mouth.Expand QuoteExpand QuoteI think jinn might be my favourite poster on here right now.[close]
Same. Whether it’s true personality or a shtick, don’t care, laugh every time and about 1/4 of the time think “FUCK, they actually make a decent point…”
Also anyone calling out honeycrisp for being a basic bitch apple needs to be including their preferred alternative so we can judge you back.
And jazz apples are great.[close]
I'm also backing Jinn rn, the posts have been incredible recently. Give it a year and this may end up in the popular opinions thread
smoke after you warm upthis is in the art of war
Expand QuoteI think jinn might be my favourite poster on here right now.[close]
Same. Whether it’s true personality or a shtick, don’t care, laugh every time and about 1/4 of the time think “FUCK, they actually make a decent point…”
Also anyone calling out honeycrisp for being a basic bitch apple needs to be including their preferred alternative so we can judge you back.
And jazz apples are great.
pears
I’ve got an apple hard-on for Fujis & Pink Ladies.Fuji’s are the best
I don’t care for an overly sweet apple & texture is crucial too.
Both of the above are crispy with a lickle bit of tangy tartness to balance the sweet.
Jim Greco eats pears
i fucks with mrs. smith
but pears are the better all season fruit
i would die on that hill
craving a korean giant right this moment
idk about relevance in 2023 but alice in chains>nirvana
please disagree so i can be snarky and judgy.
Alcohol sucks. Brands that use drinking to promote their stuff immediately gives me bro vibes and turns me off to the brand. If people wanna drink no judgement
you just judged the sentence before you said no judgement.
sorry for partying
Why does Dick Rizzo get a man bun pass? Is it a passive aggressive "look what you could've had" gesture to Habitat for not putting him on years ago?
idk about relevance in 2023 but alice in chains>nirvanaI disagree and not just because you asked me to
please disagree so i can be snarky and judgy.
Not every conversation needs to devolve into shoe/gear talk.That’s true: there’s also Cast Iron Cookware.
idk about relevance in 2023 but alice in chains>nirvana
please disagree so i can be snarky and judgy.
idk about relevance in 2023 but alice in chains>nirvanaBoth are excellent bands one is more metal influenced grunge and more is punk influenced tho musically I don’t really see a similarity other than they both from Washington
please disagree so i can be snarky and judgy.
oh FUCK yes. Cast Iron cooking is fucking amazing. you can do eggs and shit no problem. Pancakes. Steaks. Grilled Cheese. Shit's the best.That’s true: there’s also Cast Iron Cookware.Expand QuoteNot every conversation needs to devolve into shoe/gear talk.[close]
Braeburn all the way. Big enough to still a decent hunger, thirst-quenchingly juicy, perfect sweet-tart balance, and so crisp you risk losing your teeth when you don't focus on your bite. Cox and Elstar are a decent stand-in option, if needs must.Pink Lady's have a higher rating than Braeburn at applerankings.com. 86 vs 73
Granny Smith's are nice, but only in the summer of course (I'm not an animal).
Goudreinet is an exciting bit of Russian roulette; the sour and tartness can hit some spots that you didn't know needed to be hit, but there's a chance of it getting all too much. In any case; don't go overboard, only eat one every couple of weeks.
Golden Delicious, and every bland, unimaginative and tired old soul that counts them as their favorite, can fuck right off. The same goes for Pink Lady, but for entirely different reasons; you're not a child, you don't need nice colours and overbearing sweetness, you just need a kick up your tastebuds.
I've never had a Red Delicious that was actually nice, but I do enjoy them in theory.
Applerankings.comPink Lady's have a higher rating than Braeburn at applerankings.com. 86 vs 73Expand QuoteBraeburn all the way. Big enough to still a decent hunger, thirst-quenchingly juicy, perfect sweet-tart balance, and so crisp you risk losing your teeth when you don't focus on your bite. Cox and Elstar are a decent stand-in option, if needs must.
Granny Smith's are nice, but only in the summer of course (I'm not an animal).
Goudreinet is an exciting bit of Russian roulette; the sour and tartness can hit some spots that you didn't know needed to be hit, but there's a chance of it getting all too much. In any case; don't go overboard, only eat one every couple of weeks.
Golden Delicious, and every bland, unimaginative and tired old soul that counts them as their favorite, can fuck right off. The same goes for Pink Lady, but for entirely different reasons; you're not a child, you don't need nice colours and overbearing sweetness, you just need a kick up your tastebuds.
I've never had a Red Delicious that was actually nice, but I do enjoy them in theory.[close]
https://applerankings.com/sour-apples/
How bout dem apples? 8)
Arguing about what musick you like isn’t sick.No, unironically chocolate ice cream fucking sucks, vanilla and strawberry are far superior, it doesn’t even taste like chocolate it tastes like chocolate flavored dum dums, strawberry and vanilla are way better. You’re honestly just wrong. Unironically posting this in the things that make you feel less of a person thread
It’s sick. You have ego problem and can’t hear the vibes. Can I eat chocolate ice cream? Is that ok with you?
My mans out here straight inventing types of apples.
Arguing about what musick you like isn’t sick.im a huge fan of both and have bought CDs cassettes and vinyls from both. just think one is better than the other. talking about music is just fun theres no ego issue when talking abt music unless you take it too seriously. this jinn post i read is interesting.
It’s sick. You have ego problem and can’t hear the vibes. Can I eat chocolate ice cream? Is that ok with you? Do you have control all senses? Do we have to like alive and chains and can’t like nirvana? What if it’s 50/50 or I don’t give a fuck cuz OutKast speaks to me more then either one of then and I’m not wearing no bib overalls and leaning the flute I’m just saying that’s what I like. Why you got to make a list is you Santa Claus and checking it twice? Truthfully I talk hella shit but I lie all the time too. I’m sorry. Happy new years.
Oh boohoo. I drink Yoo-hoo too. Call your therapist.Yoo-hoo is a fantastic beverage. Would never be chagrined seeing a man enjoy a succulent chocolate milk. Peace and blessings to you my brother.
Applerankings.comExpand QuotePink Lady's have a higher rating than Braeburn at applerankings.com. 86 vs 73Expand QuoteBraeburn all the way. Big enough to still a decent hunger, thirst-quenchingly juicy, perfect sweet-tart balance, and so crisp you risk losing your teeth when you don't focus on your bite. Cox and Elstar are a decent stand-in option, if needs must.
Granny Smith's are nice, but only in the summer of course (I'm not an animal).
Goudreinet is an exciting bit of Russian roulette; the sour and tartness can hit some spots that you didn't know needed to be hit, but there's a chance of it getting all too much. In any case; don't go overboard, only eat one every couple of weeks.
Golden Delicious, and every bland, unimaginative and tired old soul that counts them as their favorite, can fuck right off. The same goes for Pink Lady, but for entirely different reasons; you're not a child, you don't need nice colours and overbearing sweetness, you just need a kick up your tastebuds.
I've never had a Red Delicious that was actually nice, but I do enjoy them in theory.[close]
https://applerankings.com/sour-apples/
How bout dem apples? 8)[close]
The ONE website for all of your British & Jamaican Ska, Rocksteady, Dancehall & Dub needs!
does 311 count as jamacian skaApplerankings.comExpand QuotePink Lady's have a higher rating than Braeburn at applerankings.com. 86 vs 73Expand QuoteBraeburn all the way. Big enough to still a decent hunger, thirst-quenchingly juicy, perfect sweet-tart balance, and so crisp you risk losing your teeth when you don't focus on your bite. Cox and Elstar are a decent stand-in option, if needs must.
Granny Smith's are nice, but only in the summer of course (I'm not an animal).
Goudreinet is an exciting bit of Russian roulette; the sour and tartness can hit some spots that you didn't know needed to be hit, but there's a chance of it getting all too much. In any case; don't go overboard, only eat one every couple of weeks.
Golden Delicious, and every bland, unimaginative and tired old soul that counts them as their favorite, can fuck right off. The same goes for Pink Lady, but for entirely different reasons; you're not a child, you don't need nice colours and overbearing sweetness, you just need a kick up your tastebuds.
I've never had a Red Delicious that was actually nice, but I do enjoy them in theory.[close]
https://applerankings.com/sour-apples/
How bout dem apples? 8)[close]
The ONE website for all of your British & Jamaican Ska, Rocksteady, Dancehall & Dub needs!
does 311 count as jamacian skaExpand QuoteApplerankings.comExpand QuotePink Lady's have a higher rating than Braeburn at applerankings.com. 86 vs 73Expand QuoteBraeburn all the way. Big enough to still a decent hunger, thirst-quenchingly juicy, perfect sweet-tart balance, and so crisp you risk losing your teeth when you don't focus on your bite. Cox and Elstar are a decent stand-in option, if needs must.
Granny Smith's are nice, but only in the summer of course (I'm not an animal).
Goudreinet is an exciting bit of Russian roulette; the sour and tartness can hit some spots that you didn't know needed to be hit, but there's a chance of it getting all too much. In any case; don't go overboard, only eat one every couple of weeks.
Golden Delicious, and every bland, unimaginative and tired old soul that counts them as their favorite, can fuck right off. The same goes for Pink Lady, but for entirely different reasons; you're not a child, you don't need nice colours and overbearing sweetness, you just need a kick up your tastebuds.
I've never had a Red Delicious that was actually nice, but I do enjoy them in theory.[close]
https://applerankings.com/sour-apples/
How bout dem apples? 8)[close]
The ONE website for all of your British & Jamaican Ska, Rocksteady, Dancehall & Dub needs![close]
i had to let an elf go one time because 311 was her favorite band, its been a red flag ever sinceit was joke. i own 0 311 albums. come back breezy i love you :'(
I don't like the skating of dick rizzo
Some of you never pushed around an actual city and it shows by your hatred of big wheels. Your post smell like skateparks and your reference to a scooter confirms that.i live in new york city lmfao i skate literally everywhere. difference between you and me is that i can flip the board in the street when i feel like it...let's be real if you see a rando riding big wheels it means they have zero flatground skills. it's a pathetic statement that you've given up on flip tricks. since you're defending big wheels so hard if anything you're the skater trapped in a park...
52 classics for life and I be skating shitty east coast spots all the time. It's not that hard lol.i didn't expect to upset anyone but yeah could be a self esteem/confidence issue with them. like a fear that if your wheels are too small you won't be able to do shit, or they're fundamentally insecure and maybe big wheels makes them feel more manly hence the dick measurement comparisons. all I'm pointing out is that a setup with big wheels is a chosen handicap and it looks disgusting.
i live in new york city lmfao i skate literally everywhere. difference between you and me is that i can flip the board in the street when i feel like it...let's be real if you see a rando riding big wheels it means they have zero flatground skills. it's a pathetic statement that you've given up on flip tricks. since you're defending big wheels so hard if anything you're the skater trapped in a park...Expand QuoteSome of you never pushed around an actual city and it shows by your hatred of big wheels. Your post smell like skateparks and your reference to a scooter confirms that.[close]i didn't expect to upset anyone but yeah could be a self esteem/confidence issue with them. like a fear that if your wheels are too small you won't be able to do shit, or they're fundamentally insecure and maybe big wheels makes them feel more manly hence the dick measurement comparisons. all I'm pointing out is that a setup with big wheels is a chosen handicap and it looks disgusting.Expand Quote52 classics for life and I be skating shitty east coast spots all the time. It's not that hard lol.[close]
I’m lukewarm on Rizzo. Sometimes I’m like “that was sick”, but a lot of the time I’m like “I (or my homie) could do that”. His tricks are a little too easy/basic for me to really be hyped on him.Expand QuoteI don't like the skating of dick rizzo[close]
I’m okay with black wheelsI think I've said it in every years trend watch and been wrong but I think they're still getting more popular. I skate asphalt a lot so white wheels always look like shit and I'd def consider just getting black wheels if a set was available
Does anyone else just buy wheels in the 53-55mm range and then I skate them until they're sub-~50mm, and otherwise never think about wheel size?Also this. But I’ll definitely be like - ok now they’re too small at some point
Does anyone else just buy wheels in the 53-55mm range and then I skate them until they're sub-~50mm, and otherwise never think about wheel size?I do this as of recently. 53’s then just not care for a long time. I personally know a couple pros with full Spit sponsorship that skate old ass wheels. Probably pushing 46s now. I get it, it’s nice to not be overly concerned with
i don’t really like mark humaniac’s skating, like the tricks are good on paper but his style is too pointy or something, just doesn’t hit for meHe skates kinda wimpy
I do this as of recently. 53’s then just not care for a long time. I personally know a couple pros with full Spit sponsorship that skate old ass wheels. Probably pushing 46s now. I get it, it’s nice to not be overly concerned withExpand QuoteDoes anyone else just buy wheels in the 53-55mm range and then I skate them until they're sub-~50mm, and otherwise never think about wheel size?[close]
aren't you just trying to say vegan shoes are better? this is about hot takes...not vegan shoe update.....
Skatebloarding is second to only skatebloarding on drugs.I’m a cuddle ass mofo. But maybe that’s why I suck at skateboarding compared to others that have been doing it this long.
Both are better than sex on of off drugs.
You can disagree but is your skatebloarding going to EXPECT you to cuddle.
I'm a no cuddle ass mofo. It's time to skate now
How about a high 5
The vegan suede on the Joslins was good, and bonus: it wears away faster than animal suede so I got to show off my sweet grip tape marks on my shoes and I got to feel like a real skateboarder again.Expand Quotearen't you just trying to say vegan shoes are better? this is about hot takes...not vegan shoe update.....[close]
How’s this:
All skate shoes should be using that vegan suede because it performs better than real suede and doesn’t need as many animals to die.
Siding with the vegan and once again trying to keep up with the spirit of the thread vs my own narrative and biases….This is true. Vans slip-ons are one and the other were those Ed Templetons Sheeps. I think I went through three pairs in six months but they were so good.
‘Durability….over rated…..’
Some of the best skate shoes ever never held up…didn’t stop them from being great….
Does anyone else just buy wheels in the 53-55mm range and then I skate them until they're sub-~50mm, and otherwise never think about wheel size?
Expand QuoteDoes anyone else just buy wheels in the 53-55mm range and then I skate them until they're sub-~50mm, and otherwise never think about wheel size?[close]
absolutely - i just bought new 54mm wheels like 2 days ago and the wheels i was replacing were 49mm from 54mm.
The vegan suede on the Joslins was good, and bonus: it wears away faster than animal suede so I got to show off my sweet grip tape marks on my shoes and I got to feel like a real skateboarder again.Expand QuoteExpand Quotearen't you just trying to say vegan shoes are better? this is about hot takes...not vegan shoe update.....[close]
How’s this:
All skate shoes should be using that vegan suede because it performs better than real suede and doesn’t need as many animals to die.[close]
But…. That’s also the huge downside: it wears down much faster.
I’m okay with black wheels
Street Cinema wouldn't even be in the top 20 for full lengths release from 2001-03..
Right on. I mean the vegan suede on the Joslins held up for a long time, and then the rubber layer also could hold up for a long time.Expand QuoteThe vegan suede on the Joslins was good, and bonus: it wears away faster than animal suede so I got to show off my sweet grip tape marks on my shoes and I got to feel like a real skateboarder again.Expand QuoteExpand Quotearen't you just trying to say vegan shoes are better? this is about hot takes...not vegan shoe update.....[close]
How’s this:
All skate shoes should be using that vegan suede because it performs better than real suede and doesn’t need as many animals to die.[close]
But…. That’s also the huge downside: it wears down much faster.[close]
Damn, I wondered about those…
I swear the vegan accel ogs I had last year were by far the most durable accels I’ve ever skated and I’ve had pairs of those things dating back to the good old days (pre-toe shape change, lol).
I did superglue the stitching but how well the “suede” itself held up to hundreds of flicks was mind blowing. I went through the soles way before the upper was worn through.
Expand QuoteI’m okay with black wheels[close]
Black wheels can look tough as hell.