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Downhill Longboarding in Paradise

Teamed up with @Lisa Peters @Fred Falco and @Nikolay Keller to a Downhill Longboard mission in Paradise. A mashup of some of the best Downhill Skateboardin...

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The Rise of Surfskates (Explained)

In the past few years, surfskates have exploded in popularity. But you might be surprised just how long it’s taken for them to get this recognition. Believe ...

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Schmitt Stix - Skateboarding! (1987) [FULL VIDEO] rare, NOT on DVD

Schmitt Stix Skateboarding! 1987. This is a rare VHS never released on DVD. starring John Lucero, Joe Lopes, Monty Nolder, Paul Schmitt. also featuring Al...

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Explore. A Surfskate film.

Because of the pandemic, my entire Surfskate experience has been set in my home country of Canada. But last month, I finally got the opportunity to venture o...

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Skateboarder Magazine Archives 1964-1980 | Transworld SKATEboarding

Skateboarder Magazine archives, every issue (1964-1979) republished and repurposed online for the first time. Scan the birth of skateboarding 24/7.

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SKATERS vs. BOOMERS! | Skaters vs. The World #62 (Skaters vs. Haters 2021)

Skaters vs Haters, Cops, Security, Angry People, & Overconcerned Citizens! Episode #62 of the "Skaters vs. The World" Series!Are You Subscribed?https://youtu...

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The Legendary Skater you've never heard of....

Anker Nano Pro: Charge it Fast, Make it LastBuy on Amazon US: https://ankerfast.club/3ARhyEBBuy on Amazon DE: https://ankerfast.club/3jq7kVeBuy on Amazon UK:...

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Skate SD: Building Skateboarding's Future

Premieres Thurs., Nov. 18, 2021 at 8 p.m. and Sun., Nov. 21 at 2 p.m. on KPBS TV + Mon., Nov. 22 at 8 p.m. and Wed. Nov. 24 at 9 p.m. on KPBS 2 / On Demand. Skateboarding originated as a wild activity for Southern California’s youth, and San Diego has s

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A Rock Star’s Next Act: Making Montana a Skateboarding Oasis

Jeff Ament of Pearl Jam is bringing high-end skate parks to every city and town in Montana that will have one. “It’s much bigger than skateboarding,” he said.

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Japan's Own Wins First Skateboarding Medal At Tokyo Olympics

Yuto Horigome won the first ever Olympic Gold medal in skateboarding. He dazzled as he soared, flipped and glided in the very neighborhood in Tokyo where he grew up.

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The Original Skateboarder (2018) | Full Movie

"The Original Skateboarder" chronicles the pages of Skateboarder Magazine from 1975 to 1980, when it existed as 'Action Now'. The film is a celebration of pr...

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Andy Roy: Pro Skater to Prisoner and Back Again | EPICLY LATER'D

"Heroin, I don't wish it on my worst enemy."Back in 2017, skateboarding legend Andy Roy shared the inspirational story of how he battled a heroin addiction w...

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10 Best Longboard Brands in 2021 | Reviews and Top Picks for Each

We picked the 10 best longboard brands in 2021 and chose our favorite boards too. Our pick for the #1 best longboard brand is...

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CRUISERS/LONGBOARDS IN SAN FRANCISCO

Only 2 days to ride our boards in one of the best skateboard cities in the world. We crammed as many fun spots as we could in that time. A great way to end a...

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How To Skateboard For Adults Tutorial

This is my complete tutorial of how to skate for adults. Its important because adults have different circumstances when learning and this video deals with al...

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The Ten Most Metal Skateboarders

Ten of the sickest skaters in the world of metal

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The Aging Skateboarders Perspective

How to skateboard when you're older w/ Kevin Marks of LookBackLibrary! Skateboarding to many people is more then act of riding, but the identity of being a s...

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Long Boards Are Making a Comeback!

Shout out to Hans for the trick tips: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Gut3T6DZEhI&t=819s And the free wheels and trucks by: http://skatebloodorange.com/ and ...

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The Freestyle Conspiracy | Jeff Grosso's Loveletters To Skateboarding | VANS

Jeff Grosso's Loveletters to Skateboarding - The Freestyle Conspiracy. Basically a Love Letter to the OG street guys. Some people have been floating the idea...

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America's Newest Sport (dir. Bruce Brown, 1964). Extract.

Sequences from America's Newest Sport, one of the very earliest films on skateboarding, featuring Torger Johnson, Danny Bearer, John Fries, George Trafton, S...

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Skateboard Kings (1978) Full Documentary

A Rare Documentry about the Skateboarding Dogtown Scene,in the 1970`s

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Go For It! Part 1 - Vintage 70's Skateboarding

Vintage skateboarding footage from the late 1970's. Excerpt from 'Go for It!', A film by Hal Jepsen & Wilt Chamberlain. Featuring Tony Alva, Jay Adams & others

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Skaters Vs. People 2018 (Scooters, Moms, Dads, Kids, Old People, Instant Karma, Bikers, Cars, Lady)

Skaters Vs. People 2018 (Scooters, Moms, Dads, Kids, Old People, Instant Karma, Bikers, Cars, Lady) Get your Merch ➡️http://strictlyskate.shop/Hoodies ❤️ Str...

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Strapless - A Mountain Board Movie

The Strapless short film is a tribute to the way mountain boards are ridden in the western U.S. -- with no heel straps! Pro Mountainboarders Mason Moore and ...

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Zion Wright's Greatest Hits| Pinterest

Zion Wright's Greatest Hits

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Classics: Mark Gonzales

Classics: Mark Gonzales #Skateboarding #Skating

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UNLEASH THE BEACH SUP edition - Surf the pave with Hamboards

Hamboards team rider Mo Freitas take a break from a Pro SUP Surf contest to ride Hamboards at the end of Route 76 near Crystal Pier in Wrightsville Beach, NC...

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Catalina Classic Skateboard Race - 1977

Amazing footage of the original Catalina Classic race from 1977. John Hutson won the Downhill, and Bobby Piercy took first in the Slalom. Deanna Calkin was t...

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SHARE THE ROAD.

Pointed downhill, you hit the turn hard, brake a little late so you let off, trust in your bike. Lean the bike over and feel the tires grip, on the limit, not quite…

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Longboard Stroller Will Secure Your "Cool Dad" Status | Mental Floss

Stroller company Quinny is looking to put a new spin on the boring old stroller. Their latest model, dubbed the Longboardstroller, is exactly what it sounds like: a Frankenstein hybrid of a stroller and a longboard.

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Raw Run: Zak Maytum

We followed the boss down one of the fastest runs in Colorado. With speeds approaching 70mph, and rough-ass pavement. Be ready to have your fuckin' face melt...

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Former US Navy Pilot Takes Longboards to a New Level

Michael Maloney couldn't afford a skateboard as a kid. Now, he makes longboards.

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Catalina Island Classic 2015

2015 coverage of the 4th Annual Catalina Island Classic Downhill Skateboard Race, presented by Riviera Skateboards. Film/Edit: Doron Dill Music: It Was Londo...

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TMI LILYHAMMER 2015 - FINAL

Music: Kimichi Camera: Roar Fønseth, Morten Espeseter, David Berntsson, Jens Schøien Øvregård, Lasse Moe Follow car: Herman Ottesen Directing/…

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Stand Up

English version with subtitles here: http://vimeo.com/35633077

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Meet the skater girls of Afghanistan | PBS NewsHour

When Madina Khsrawy was 13, she saw some boys skateboarding and asked them where she could learn. It’s not an unusual pastime -- unless you live in Afghanistan, and you’re a girl. Continue reading →

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Catalina Island Classic - A Documentary

In 1977, a small group of elite downhill skaters took over the City Of Avalon to participate in the original ‘Catalina Classic’. A 250 yard downhill race course…

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Riviera Skateboards Presents The Catalina Island Classic 2014

In 1977, the original 'Catalina Classic' happened. With a huge nod of respect to the originals, Riviera Skateboards presents, The 2014 Catalina Island Classic.

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Longboards and Land Paddles: Kahuna Creations

Longboard skateboards, inventor Land Paddling, creator of the Kahuna Stick.

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Koastal Surf to Street - Longboards - Welcome

Koastal Longboard Cruiser Surfing Style Skateboards. Handcrafted Longboards from start to finish in Southern California MADE IN USA

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Hamboards | 8606 Hamilton Ave | Huntington Beach, CA | 92646 | 714.374.2200

The closest thing to surfing on land coming at you from Huntington Beach, CA.

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Salt Skateboards

Modern skateboarding as we know it came from surfing — after the waves went out, surfers would carve the asphalt just trying to pass the time — so it only makes sense that a surfboard company would bring us skateboards...