Skateboarding Field Manual

The Skateboarding Field Manual is an illustrated guide to skateboarding skills and techniques. It goes beyond just being a sport; it is a passion and lifestyle embraced by those who enjoy defying gravity and challenging social norms. Ryan Stutt, a skateboard enthusiast and journalist, offers invaluable advice on everything from basic board maneuvers to advanced tricks, ensuring that readers can learn how to skate with confidence and finesse. This comprehensive reference contains 33 maneuvers and tricks for beginners to intermediates, all accompanied by over 350 custom color photographs by renowned skateboarding photographer Harry Gils.

In addition to detailed instructions on skateboarding techniques, the manual also includes a 12-page primer on skate culture, covering topics such as history, deck art, skateboarding in the media, and the significance of homemade skate videos and photos. Furthermore, it offers a beginner's guide to skateboarding equipment, safety gear, and skatepark etiquette. Readers will also find guidance on fundamental techniques like pushing, turning, dropping-in, ollies, and nollies, as well as tips on flips, grinds, and slides for rails, ramps, and ledges—including the varial flip, the nose grind, and the board slide.

The Skateboarding Field Manual is, without a doubt, the ultimate guide for anyone seeking to master the art of skateboarding while gaining a deep understanding of its unique culture. Whether you're new to the sport or looking to improve your skills, this manual is an essential resource for honing your abilities and immersing yourself in the world of skateboarding.

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