Skateboarding's Evolution

Tony Hawk discusses how the popularity of skateboarding shifted in the late 80s and early 90s, leading to the rise of skate videos and a new focus on documenting difficult moves outside of traditional competition. With skate parks closing, skaters took to the streets and embraced the urban landscape as their own skate park, marking a rebellious shift in skate culture. The change in liability laws in the late 90s allowed for the creation of public skate parks, giving skaters more freedom to pursue their passion.