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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...
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Skateboarding as we know it today emerged as a popular sport in 1950s' California, but in the time since the first wheeled boards "surfed" the streets, the sport has evolved and reached sporting extremes. In this high-interest title, fans of skateboarding and other extreme sports will read the captivating backstory behind one of the most popular street sports today, with profiles of the key figures on wheels and the tricks that they invented. Safety...
8) My RipStik
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Wave board, caster board, and RipStik are just a few names for today's hottest toy trend. Described as a cross between a skateboard and surfboard, young readers will delight in getting to read all about wave boards. Age-appropriate text covers important topics, including parts of the RipStik, safety tips, tricks, and more. Colorful, eye-catching images will encourage thrill-seeking readers to get out and try their hand at wave boarding. This text...
9) El Snowboard
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Did you know that snowboards are long, flat boards with straps to hold people in place? Pro snowboarders use many kinds of snowboards. Learn more about this extreme sport in Snowboarding, an Extreme Sports book.
10) Skateboard Vert
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Vert skateboarders cruise up and down ramps, launching into the air to perform dangerous tricks. Students will learn about the equipment, skill, and determination required to become a competitive vert skater.
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In 2016, it was announced that skateboarding would be featured at the Olympics in Tokyo, Japan, for the first time. Skateboarding entered the mainstream with its niche industry and media after sixty years of existence as an underground activity frequently referred to as a fad.This book analyzes the origin and development of the skateboarding subculture, which was influenced by changes in American mass culture.
12) My Skateboard
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Skateboarding has been around for many years, and for good reason! Kids love it for the easy ride, and of course, the cool tricks made popular by athletes who compete in the X Games. Young skateboarders now have a chance to read about their favorite activity through this age-appropriate text. The text covers all aspects of skateboarding, with special attention paid to safety tips. Readers are treated to additional learning opportunities through a...
13) Skateboarding
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Some skateboarders use sidewalks and city streets to practice their freestyle moves.
Others use ramps to show off tricks as they fly through the air. Learn more about one
of the world's most daring sports and the athletes who take part in it in Skateboarding,
part of the Extreme Adrenaline series.
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Skateboarding has been around for many years, and for good reason! Kids love it for the easy ride, and of course, the cool tricks made popular by athletes who compete in the X Games. Young skateboarders now have a chance to read about their favorite activity through this age-appropriate text. The text covers all aspects of skateboarding, with special attention paid to safety tips. Readers are treated to additional learning opportunities through a...
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Extreme sports have given traditional ones a run for their money in recent years, and few sports deliver like skateboarding. From street tricks to catching air in pools and on half-pipes, this book introduces and features several types of skateboarding. Budding enthusiasts, who may not have the means to participate in other sports, will benefit from tips on how to get started, proper equipment, safety, all alongside vivid imagery and selected profiles...
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Learn How to Jump 8"-14" Higher or More!Hi my name is Trevor Thomas. I have developed a proven system that will have you jumping 8"-14" higher or more in a matter of weeks! This can be used for basketball, volleyball, track and field, or any other sport where jumping is crucial to your success. I put a lot of time and research into this book and know it will help you succeed. Here's What You'll Learn In This Book!How to plan your athletic goals to...
18) Skateboard
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Did you know that people can ride skateboards in many places? Some people ride on sidewalks. Other people go to skateparks. Learn more about this extreme sport in “Skateboarding”, an Extreme Sports book.
19) Skateboarding
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In the 1950s, Californians invented skateboarding so they could surf on land. Roller skate wheels were attached to flat boards. Young readers will learn all about the sport of skateboarding, from the equipment required to its evolution into an extreme sport.
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