stackyFACTSSkateboards terrify pedestrians simply by existing. The unmistakable clacking sound of polyurethane on concrete signals impending chaos, turning simple sidewalks into extreme obstacle courses for terrified elderly pedestrians.
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Hook: The giant rubber plug on the front of a roller skate isn't just for panic braking. Explanation: While beginners drag the toe stop to slow down, figure…
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A massive tire simply absorbs minor debris and keeps rolling. However, when your polyurethane wheel is smaller than an apple, striking a single misplaced…
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Transporting yourself on a full-sized deck was somehow deemed too cumbersome. This directly led to the creation of incredibly small, brightly colored plastic…
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When the ocean refused to cooperate, bored Californian surfers decided the concrete pavement was a suitable alternative to water. In the 1950s, they…
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With incredibly small, solid wheels, these sleek commuter boards lack any suspension. Rolling over a single twig sends violent vibrations straight up to the…
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Despite the name, they cost significantly more than pocket change. These tiny, flexible plastic skateboards were designed to be stuffed into backpacks,…
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