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Skateboarding is back in the UK and this time, after a couple of false starts since it first emerged in the USA in the 50s, it looks like it is finally here to stay. It is bigger and badder than ever before and has spread its influence, not only into sports stores because of the range of skateboarding equipment available but into UK fashion, music and language. Local councils across the length and breadth of the British Isles are bowing to the growing pressure for more suitable skate parks to be provided and the number of kids taking up street sports is growing. Since ESPN and other sports channels have become more widely available in the UK, it has fueled their interest further.

The main difference between the skateboards that first hit the UK and those being used now is the level of skill that the riders aspire to from watching professionals taking part in the X-Games and other extreme skateboarding championships around the world. We are finally catching up. Awesome! Ask any self-respecting teen who Tony Hawks is and they won’t say he is the bloke off the insurance advert but more a modern god of professional extreme sports. Among the hottest selling games for the various types of gaming consoles are those by the man himself and other titles that involve skateboarding. His range of skateboarding equipment is, not surprisingly, highly sought after by skateboarders and those who use aggressive skates, too.

Aggressive skating is also taking the UK by storm. The days of those dodgy roller skates with four wheels that you had to fasten red straps over your trainers or pumps, as they were then, are long gone. They were replaced by roller boots. Those were big in the 70′s and 80′s when roller discos and ankle warmers were all the rage. Roller blades then began to become popular. These were recreational inline skates that have retained a similar style ever since. Now, aggressive skates are also popular for those who want to perform tricks. What has changed dramatically is the aggressive style of skating and the ever daring tricks that the professional skaters pull off.

The essentials of skateboarding equipment are now more widely available than ever before. Prices have dropped to the point that boards, helmets, pads, aggressive skates and other accessories are within the budget of UK teens. It is not just the skateboarding equipment that is on the shopping list but also the clothing and music. No self-respecting boarder or skater would be without their cargo pants and beanies and Linkin Park and Avril Lavigne are sure to be on their mp3 player. While most of the skate boarding and aggressive skating scene in the UK was imported from the States, our teens can be proud to know that they started the baggy clothing scene and it traveled Stateside.

About the Author

James Johnson who has been skateboarding since he was a young boy. Has broken more
skateboard equipment
and bones than most.
Aggressive skates
are also something that James is ‘comfortable’ on.

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Womens Flying Tomato Printed Beach Pants $34 Printed Beach Pants

Mens VANS Chauffeur Shoes $55.95 Van’s version of the boat shoe. That casual shoe you’re looking for with the Vans skate style.

Mens VANS Chauffeur Shoe $55.95 Van’s version of the boat shoe. That casual shoe you’re looking for with the Vans skate style.

Womens VANS Palisades Vulc Shoes $52 Palisades Vulc Shoes are from Vans. These shoes have skate shoe roots with causal style.

Mens Dakine Duel Pack $69.95 This pack has duel duties. Take it to class or use it carry everything you need for a day at the skate park.

Womens Hurley Slam Dunk Pant $49.5 Slam Dunk Pant is by Hurley. The name of these pants say it all. They are a Slam Dunk for ya!

Nixon Watches TPS Speakers $79.95 Compact, modern, powerful, and expandable, the TPS fills a small package with sleek design, big sound, and a slew of features. Headed to the beach or out for a skate? This tough aluminum body is built to resist the elements. Out for the day? The six-hour battery life has you covered. Need even more volume? Link two together and experience stereo sound in a big way.

Hurley Featherweight Juniors Cropped Fleece Pants – Heather Gravel $39 Jump on your bike, lounge around at home or head to the skate park to practice your ollies with the boys in the Featherweights cropped pants from Hurley. They feature soft heathered fabric, front pockets with cute ruching detail, an elastic waist and dainty logo embroidery for a look that’s comfortable, casual and chic.

Men’s adidas Gazelle Skate $54.99 Durable, handsome suede upper is skate-ready and rockin’; Grippy, traction-patterned rubber outsole; GeoFit textile lining and cushioned footbed for added comfort; Padding in the collar for added protection; Retro style with modern skate touches;

Element Skate With Heart Tee $12.95 Element has always been about the skating right from the start. You can see this in every board they make and every tee they sell – Elements has kept skating in the front and foremost. The Element Skate With Heart tee is a pretty basic tee with an Element logo and a heart made out of boards. It’s an awesome shirt for an awesome guy. Lock yours down today.

Men’s adidas Campus Skate $40.99 Lace up skate-style sneaker with real street smarts; Leather upper and rubber sole add to durability; GeoFit padding around the collar, padded tongue and gel pad sockliner for comfort and support; Simple yet savvy design stays versatile all year;

Independent Chrome Solitaire 4” Skate Sticker $1.99 So what if you’re flying solo? The Chrome Solitaire 4″ skate sticker from Independent will make the ride that much sweeter.

Flip Inferno Red/Gold Medium Skate Sticker $1.99 Get blazing skate style with the 5″ wide Inferno sticker from Flip featuring hot flame-inspired colored lettering!

Element Slash Logo Rasta 7 Skate Sticker $2.99 Pimp yo ride with the Slash Logo 7″ skate sticker from Element featuring a tri-color Rasta pattern!

Mens Dakine Backpacks – Dakine Atlas Skate Backpack $45 Online Exclusive! Black, two compartment backpack. Velcro skate carry straps. Zip side pockets. Fleece lined sunglass pocket. Rasta colored zipper pulls. 19.5″ height. 12″ width. 8″ depth.

Dakine Pivot Black/Checks Skate Backpack $35 Stop, drop your skateboard and roll in the Pivot backpack from Dakine! It features mesh side pockets, an organizer pocket and a quick load skate carry on the front.

Girl Skate Like Blue T-shirt $14.99 Hey, it’s not your fault that you haven’t gone pro yet! Tell your girl to chill out in the Skate Like tee from Girl.

Men’s adidas Super Skate Lavender $101.99 Rubber outsole offers durable traction; Part of the “Flavours of the World” collection featuring rich materials and special graphics; Luxurious leather upper features lavender graphics; Comfortable skate padding in the collar and padded insole for added cushioning; Lace-up style for assured comfortable fit;