I’ve noticed more and more of these “fake skateparks” popping up in different cities. This Under The K Bridge “Skatepark” in New York City is the first of it’s kind β it feels like a street spot, but HAD to be made with skating in mind. I mean, there’s smooth ground, coping on the ledges, uncapped handrails, gaps of different sizes, and plenty of run-up. So what is it, exactly? β a street spot? a skatepark? some middle ground (aka a “fake skatepark”)? or just smart/inclusive use of public space that embraces rather than demonizes skateboarders and our love of urban space. My feedback to NYC: this is cool, but next time, how about somewhere that doesn’t smell like sh*t and somewhere that actually feels like a part of society. Copenhagen has it figured out. Watch my Copenhagen vlog here to see what an urban landscape that embraces skateboarding looks like: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=s3c-qmvE-wM
Timestamps
0:00 Fake Skatepark
3:41 Real Skatepark
5:47 Final Thoughts
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