The Skateboard vs Godzilla near Phoenix: But Is It Art? (Posted 5/4/2004)

"Skateboarding in the urban space is an act of defiance because we don't sanction it," says gallery spokesperson Alexandra Stratulat. "Contemporary art is pushing the line and questioning why we make the rules that we do. ... Far too often we forget about the youth element * in society, they are invisible to us or an annoyance. We are recognizing that they have ideas and opinions, and they have a culture of their own." Search *

East Riders

"An East Coast skate team from Long Island NY, with pics" and more. Search * Related

Gonzo Skateboarding

Team profiles, pictures, movie clips, slams, links, mailing list. Search * Related

Buildaramp.com

"Learn how to build a halfpipe * ramp, quarter pipe *, pyramid, bank ramp, jump ramp, or even an entire skatepark * with this skateboard ramp * building guide." Search * Related

OC Ramps

Half pipes *, Quarter pipes *, Grind and FunBoxes for skateboarding, prebuilt or in kit form. Also clothing and more. Free Shipping in US, money back guarantee. In Orange County, California * "since 1997 *." Also provides skatepark * consulting service to the Orange County area. Site also known as skateboardramps.com and skateramps.com. Search * Related

SkateTalk Internet Chat

SkateTalk * (also known as Skate Talk) is the original web-based skateboard chat system and has been running since 1995 *. Dedicated to skateboarders, but all cool people are welcome. Search * Related

Insect Skateboards

"100% handmade, hardwood/fiberglass laminate" carving longboards *. Made in Seattle *, Washington *. Search * Related

Search this site for more about Jamie Thomas Salman Agah Interviews *

This page last updated Mon, Nov 16, 2009 EST