Tech Deck Dudes

Line of characters and accessories to use with your tech decks. www.techdeckdudes.com Search * Related
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Tech Deck

Finger-sized skateboards with real grip tape *, metal trucks * and urethane * wheels *. www.techdeck.com Search * Related
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Andy Macdonald releases signature model Swatch and Tech Deck collectables

Andy Macdonald * and Swatch * have teamed up to offer a yellow and aluminum analog watch bearing a silhouette of Andy Macdonald performing a "Japan * Air" on the face. In addition, Andy has teamed with the manufacturers of Tech Deck to create "Andy Macdonald's Big Air Straight Jump play set and the Andy Macdonald Brigade miniature skateboard." (Full Article) Search *
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Tech Deck Live Massively Multiplayer Online Skate Park Scheduled

The "Tech Deck Live" virtual world is scheduled go online this summer. "We are excited about combining the authenticity and fun of Tech Deck with the immersiveness of virtual worlds, providing a truly unique online experience for kids," said the Vice President of Spin Master Studios. (Full Article) Search *
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Using The Skateboard To Teach Physics

Thinking critically about skateboard motion can clearly illustrate three of Newton's laws of physics. Teacher Hope Hall feels it's good for kids to be "actually doing things rather than just listening to lecture." The class is not scheduled to start until March, but students are already asking when they can start the skateboard science projects. (extract: ...ago, Hall found a student with a Tech Deck finger-sized skateboard in class, which as...) (Full Article) Search *
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Skateboard Art: History, Preservation, and Disposability

Sean Cliver, artist, skater and writer, recently organized the pop-culture influences into the new book "Disposable: A History of Skateboard Art." The 228-page volume includes full-color photos of decks complete with histories and anecdotes from the artists that designed them, including Steve Caballero *, Marc McKee and Ed Templeton *, and the skaters that used/ruined them, including Lance Mountain *, Jason Lee * and Tony Hawk *. (Full Article) Search *
    (Categorized under 2004 Archive, Skateboard Art/Design)

Powell Team Update and Warehouse Sale, August 2003

Powell Team * update mentioning Steve Caballero *, Jon Comer *, Rodney Jones *, Pat Channita *, Danny Wainwright *, Aaron Perko, Oliver Buchanan *, Jordan Hoffart *, and Tyler Hansen *. Powell has also announced a warehouse sale on blemished and discontinued decks, wheels *, and more, August 23rd, 2003 * 8a-2 pm. (Full Article) Search *
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Skateboard Grab Bag: Schmitt's CreateASkate, Rodeo Deck, Sony's Skateboard-Like Patent

In Tampa * Bay, Florida *, Paul Schmitt's "Create A Skate" spent time with 100 wood shop and art students, teaching skateboard construction, along with fractions and the properties of wood. "I'm actually empowering kids to make something with their own hands," said Schmitt. Wired has reported on the weSurf!, which is like a cross between a mechanical bull and a balance board. "It's like a skateboard going down a mountain." said tester Eric Carson. Also, Sony * has applied for a patent on a Segway-like skateboard to be controlled by the rider simply adjusting their weight. (extract: ...wood. Founded in 1982 by Tampa Bay Tech graduate Paul Schmitt, of the old school...) (Full Article) Search *
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This Snowskate's Got Railz

RAILZ is introducing a line of snowskates that use "standard skateboard trucks * with four skis instead of wheels *." On each side of each of the 4 ski assemblies are Stainless Steel carving rails. Since the skis sit on traditional skateboard trucks you can "lean the board and it turns in that direction". (extract: ...as a conversion kit that turns your deck and trucks into a snowskate. The short board is a 32" Tech board for "street and vert-type skating...) (Full Article) Search *
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Skateboarding: The Sport, Explained

What are those crazy wheeled boards, anyway? This article tries to explains what skateboarding is to the uninitiated. "You might feel as if you're flying or riding the perfect wave. Maybe you just love the feel of the wind and speed. What are we talking about? Skateboarding through the streets, sidewalks, parks and ramps of America." (extract: ...a skateboard has three main parts: the deck or board, the wheels * and the trucks *...can make the difference between a simple deck or a custom work of art. A...of sandpaper or grip tape * on the deck keeps the skaters' feet stuck to the...) (Full Article) Search *
    (Categorized under 2002 Archive, Skateboarding)

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