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creation
It was invented in 1963 in Malibu, California, United States, by Mickey Muñoz and Phil Edwards as a substitute for the surfboard on land. They removed the wheels from some skates, put them on a wooden board and called their invention Surf Roll. -
history
In 1960 the skateboards had rubber wheels, which did not adhere well to the asphalt, causing lots of crashes and accidents. In 1970,manufacturers began using urethane wheels, like those used on boot skates, which gave drivers more traction on the pavement. -
motion
This is the time when the Zephyr skating team was formed in California, which became famous for its innovative style, and incredible luck, which they did in empty pools. This team later became known as the Z-Boys, and they became skateboard superstars, driving the rise of vertical skating. -
The "Ollie" is born
The Ollie first emerged in 1978. This basic skateboard trick was named after Alan “Ollie” Gelfand, who was the first skater to use his back foot to kick the tail of the skateboard and then jump, launching himself on the skateboard by the air. The invention of the Ollie completely changed the world of skateboarding, and this trick became the basis for many of today's skateboard tricks. -
best skater
Tony Hawk is perhaps the best-known name in skateboard history, and his arrival on the scene helped make the skateboard what it is today. Hawk has won almost every contest I participate in. Since the arrival of the X-Games in 1995, Tony Hawk has become a household name thanks to his immensely popular skateboard videos, custom skateboards, and video games. Tony Hawk has invented dozens of tricks in his skating years and made history in 1999 thanks to the first 900 degree turn..