A Secret History of the Ollie

A Secret History of the Ollie

Author: Craig B. Snyder

Publisher: Pioneers of Skateboarding

Published: 2015-02-28

Total Pages: 912

ISBN-13: 9781930287006

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Every culture has a creation myth, and skateboarding is no different. The Ollie forged a new identity for skateboarding after its invention in the 1970s, and it lies at the root of nearly every significant move in street skating today. This groundbreaking no-handed aerial has also affected the evolution of surfing and snowboarding, and has left a permanent impression upon popular culture and language. This, then, is the story of the Ollie, the history and technology that set the stage for its creation, the pioneers who made it happen, and the skaters who used it to start a revolution.


Skateboards

Skateboards

Author: Patricia Lakin

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2017-02-07

Total Pages: 34

ISBN-13: 148144834X

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Go behind the scenes and learn how craftsman Jake Eshelman makes one-of-a-kind skateboards by hand with this nonfiction book that’s full of photographs and illustrations about his process. Jake Eshelman of Side Project Skateboards in Houston, Texas, grew up with a love of skateboarding. After meeting his future wife in college, Jake decided to turn his passion into a career: making one-of-a-kind skateboards from beautiful pieces of found wood. This book gives readers an inside glimpse into Jake’s creative process, from wheel to finished wheel! Charts, infographics, and bold photographs make this a picture book for anyone who is curious about how a skateboard is made. This book also features a history of skateboarding, a timeline, and resources to inspire kids to make their own objects by hand.


The Skateboard

The Skateboard

Author: Ben Marcus

Publisher: Mvp Books

Published: 2011-06-06

Total Pages: 258

ISBN-13: 0760338051

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The story of the simple skateboard is part thriller, part underground, underdog success tale. It’s chock-full of innovations, far-out graphic artistry, and ever-more-incredible hot-dogging feats. And the story’s told in this book with contributions from the stars themselves—Tony Hawk, Stacey Peralta, Jeff Ho, the Dogtown Z-Boys, and more. Beautifully illustrated with historical posters, ads, and memorabilia along with new action photography, studio skateboard shots, and unique portraits of the stars, this is a fitting tribute to an American classic.


Skateboarding

Skateboarding

Author: Steve Badillo

Publisher: Tracks Publishing

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 178

ISBN-13: 1884654193

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Contains photographic sequences with narrative text that describe thirty-four skateboarding tricks, including old school, spine, and new school stunts, and includes an interview with skateboarder and coach Steve Badillo.


The Handmade Skateboard

The Handmade Skateboard

Author: Matt Berger

Publisher:

Published: 2021-07-22

Total Pages: 168

ISBN-13: 9781950934775

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Build a custom skateboard of any shape and size, from a high-performance street deck to the classic longboard, that will turn heads everywhere you go. When you make your own skateboard from scratch you have the opportunity to create something that is perfectly tailored to you: a deck that matches your height, your weight, your center of balance, your skill level and your intended use. More importantly, making your own skate deck allows you to design a perfect ride to fit your style and makes a statement about who you are. There's nothing wrong with choosing off-the-shelf and mass produced, but who doesn't prefer to stand out. Be different. Be one of a kind. That's what you get with a custom handmade skateboard. Whether you are an accomplished woodworker or an absolute beginner, The Handmade Skateboard guides you step-by-step through building five skateboard designs; from a simple Hack Board built in a few spare hours to a high-performance street deck pressed from seven layers of high-quality Maple veneers. A design guide covers everything you need to know about sizing and shaping your deck and choosing the right trucks and hardware. And helpful photos, illustrations and detailed written instructions throughout provide all the information and motivation you need to make your own skateboard from scratch.


The A to Z of Skateboarding

The A to Z of Skateboarding

Author: Tony Hawks

Publisher: Unbound Publishing

Published: 2019-06-13

Total Pages: 125

ISBN-13: 1783526742

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For more than twenty years, Tony Hawks has been mistaken for Tony Hawk, the American skateboarder. Even though it is abundantly clear on his website that he is an English comedian and author, people still write to him asking the best way to do a kickflip or land a melon. One mischievous day he started writing back in a pompous tone, goading his correspondents for their spelling mistakes and poor grammar, while offering bogus or downright silly advice on how to improve their skateboarding. Featuring entries on parents' pain, disappointment, underachievers, Quorn and the Vatican, this is his A to Z guide to the world of skateboarding, as seen through the eyes of someone who knows absolutely nothing about it.


Skateboarding History

Skateboarding History

Author: Michael Martin

Publisher: Capstone

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 42

ISBN-13: 9780736861779

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Describes the history of skateboarding, discussing the major events and people of the sport.


Rhinos Who Skateboard

Rhinos Who Skateboard

Author: Julie Mammano

Publisher: Chronicle Books

Published: 1999-04

Total Pages: 78

ISBN-13: 9780811823562

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They ripped up the slopes in Rhinos Who Snowboard and rode some tasty waves in Rhinos Who Surf and now these adorably extreme rhinos take to the streets for a day of skateboarding fun. They grind some curbs, nab cool railsides, and pop an ollie or two. Complete with a glossary of sidewalk slang, children and skate rats of all ages will delight at the newest rhino adventure.


The Complete Book of Skateboards and Skateboarding Gear

The Complete Book of Skateboards and Skateboarding Gear

Author: Brian Wingate

Publisher:

Published: 2003

Total Pages: 52

ISBN-13: 9781435836358

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The variety of skateboards, wheels, trucks, and gear available for skaters is incredible. It's easy for skaters to get confused when searching for the right board suitable for their size and the kind of skating they do. Wingate eliminates the confusion by explaining the difference in such things as board sizes, the similarities of rubber wheels, and the importance of maintenance.


Skateboarding

Skateboarding

Author: Ben Wixon

Publisher: Human Kinetics

Published: 2009

Total Pages: 228

ISBN-13: 9780736074261

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Skateboarding provides safe and effective skateboarding instruction and programming as well as information on building and managing skateparks. You'll get all the tools you need to do everything from teaching fundamental skateboarding skills to designing and running a park to meet the needs of your community.