Opinion

Here’s what we think about what’s going on in the industry and the community. Guestimations, wild speculation, and educated opinions abound.

Opinion

Calling All Crash Test Dummies

Want to become an esk8 test rider? Just buy a board. Seems like plenty of esk8 companies are looking for dummies.

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Opinion

The Mad Rush to the Top of the AT Board Mountain.

Who is left standing when the dust settles? We take a look at the budget AT options, and get carried away with photoshop.

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Opinion

The Unhealthy Relationship Between Crowdfunding and Electric Skateboards.

The road to ruin is paved with generic urethane. Inside we opine on the hysteria and disappointment that is crowdfunding new electric skateboards.

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Why are electric skateboard ads such a bad influence?

If everyone should wear helmets, even if they don’t actually have to by law or rule, why are so many advertisers not doing the responsible thing?

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Eskating Is Not a Crime

Mixed signals, bad perceptions, and bureaucracy strike again. Inside are my thoughts on the existing policies, why they may or may not make sense, and what we can do if there’s any hope at all.

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