Skating freestyle on a popsicle board is possible, but not without its challenges. While it allows for unique style and tricks, and help the transition from street to freestyle, it can limit certain moves and lead to quick wear and tear. More importantly, it takes away from local freestyle companies of which there are many.
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5 minutes with Witter Cheng
Witter Cheng had to switch from street to freestyle after a knee injury. He started making boards for friends (YoYo, Guenter, Keith, etc.) and the rest is history. In 10 years, he hopes to still be skating and spreading joy. You can buy his gear from Flatland or contact him directly.
5 minutes with Dean Wedgwood
The first time Dean saw pure freestyle skating, it blew his mind. He learned from old videos and now finds inspiration from skaters worldwide.
Interview with Rob ‘Wedge’ Francis: sketchy skate spots and freestyling in the seventies
A chill evening at the skate park, with the younger crowd gone and a crew of older skaters taking over. Three of us, Kyoko, Cheryl, and myself, try to perfect our moves. Wedge, a skating veteran, shares stories of the early skate days and shows off some freestyle skills. We reflect on the evolution of the sport and make plans for the next meet-up.
5 minutes with Rohan Cowley
Despite the challenges of skating in a rural area in New South Wales, Rohan Cowley persevered. While freestyle was his first passion, he has since diversified into transition and park skating. He believes that as a skater, one should try every style and just have fun.