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Where it all begins
Surfers wanted something to do when the waves were flat. The first skateboard was made from roller skates attatched to a wooden board. -
First skate contest, Hermosa Beach
Hobie started making better quality skateboards with clay wheels. The first skate contest was put on in Hermosa Beach, California. -
Urethane Wheels
The invention of urethane wheels will change skateboarding forever. What once was a bumpy ride is now smooth and silent. The wheels can grip the concrete changing the style of skateboarding. -
Ocean festival
After skateboardings falling out, the Zboys changed the future of skateboarding at the Ocean festival showing everyone what it could be. -
California Drought
The California drought forced homeowners to drain their pools providing new territory for skateboarding. New tricks are invented. -
The VHS
The invention of the VHS played a major role in skateboarding history. Stacey Peralta and his team recorded their skateboarding, ultimately spreading it all over the world. -
XGames
ESPN held the first ever X-Games. The event brought skateboarding into the mainstream light sparking interest in many young kids. -
Skateparks pop up
Skateparks pop up everywhere -
Criminals
Skateboarding is more accepted and the notion that skateboarders are criminals starts to fade away. -
Clothing
Skateboarding has also played a big role in fashion, companies like Hurley,Vans, RVCA..etc
