The Underlying Philosophy of Skateboarding | Jeff Grosso's Loveletters to Skateboarding | VANS
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- The Underlying Philosophy of Skateboarding- aka The 50th Episode
Season 7 kicks off with a blistering start- Grosso sits down with Mark Gonzales, Steve Caballero, Jason Jessee, Tony Hawk, Peter Hewitt and many more to find out why we are all wasting our lives riding a skateboard.
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"grinds sound cool" Pure Wisdom. Thank you Jeff
Thirty years from now I'll be making loveletters to jeff grosso's loveletters to skateboarding.
Spooks
Spooby
hobby
Please do
:(
"Present to me a world in which money, material gain, and vanity reign supreme, and I'll dedicate my entire existence to skateboarding, as to remind me why those things mean nothing".
FUCK YEAH!
Rest in peace. May your legacy live on forever.
Progression through creativity and courage which leads to the best time you will ever have. That's my take.
Love yr name, homie
Well put I like that
Nice profile picture, lol
Skateboarding is about redefinition of temporal surroundings that have been created to restrict you. It's about transcending restrictions in ways so creative that your captors could not have predicted how to maintain control of the individual.
Yes! This! It's almost a dada-esque rejection of the intended use of our surroundings. Turning things meant for safety (handrails), relaxation (benches), obstruction (poles, fences, gates), swimming (pools) into a canvas for high risk performance art. Of course we have loads of fun doing it, and it might not be a conscious intention, but the action itself is an act of rejection and redefinition.
The shift in the mind to see these things as skateboarders do is huge, but so intrinsic to the skateboard culture, we rarely realize this. We're just having fun. But in the end, the shift is still there and it has effect on more than just the act of skateboarding. It's not a coincidence that so many skateboarders work in creative arts and music. Maybe you can even link it to rejection of society's expectations.
So deep bro, yet so true...
lol but don't forget; and having fun doing it! 2:40
@@RalphLindsen you said ''dada-esque rejection'' ....someone call the cops.
transcend and levitate
I can not get enough of Grosso, he always has something new and great to say!
“If you’re still having fun you’re doing something right”
Olson’s right about that.
RIP Jeff.
skateboarding is balance. You balance on a wheel, on a truck ,on a board, and then on a transition or what have you, and walla you are living a trifecta or more of balance even the overlords have no concept of, and scientist are just amazed. Balance is a Law which the whole Universe rides on, and it smiles on us cause we get, the whole entire vast situation is under our feet
Just want to personally thank the dudes at Six Stair and Grosso for taking the time to make all these episodes. Skateboarding is something you can't describe with one word. It's a feeling, way of life, and something that can change your mood from depressed to on top of the world. Been watching the show for a while now and I'm really grateful that these dudes dig for hours for these clips of Phillips, photos of bowman, Tex Gibson and all the dudes that made it their own. I'm especially grateful cause I didn't get to live through this time. In my opinion the best times of skateboarding. And I'm 21. But skateboarding is so rad and it's an international language. Everyone has their own language in skating and we all get stoked when we see someone who speaks our language. And if you're wondering if people even get stoked when they watch your show...they do. Pretty much the second each episode finishes I'm grabbing my board and flying down the street. Thanks again. Skate tough or go home.
That video of the guy cracking his head off the ground gets me every time
To Have Fun. Style is king, creativity is the crown prince. Life itself.
Skating with friends is by far the best part. In the last 3 years I have been skating alone and meeting new people in my area so mostly I do skate soli and it can suck tbh. But I still keep the spirit of m thg skate homies alive in my skating. Or.. i crash and burn fucking trying
Thank you everything you've done jeff. Rest in peace.
this video changed the way i see life on my board i used to be scared to bust my ass but what pat said about paying my dues made me realize to shred the gnar i must be the gnar and constantly try things above my ability until i finally ride away
For anyone who is interested, Pat Quirk is a Burnside local. I don't know him very well, so I can't say much about him except for two things - he can skate, and he enforces the unwritten No Kooks law.
I went there and was chilling next to him and just Finished a beer. I stomp it and Q goes "you're not from around here huh" I was like no I'm not. He's like around here we don't smash cans can't get no money for them like that. I uncrumpled the can and gave it to him and he was like I can tell you're skate army man get in there. Best dude, he keeps that place in right.
Pat Quirk is a pre Burnside Seattle area head collecting hub caps allow the I-5 corridor on his board.
Ramp at moms house from 1986, skating "the Bone" ditch even before that. Early NW Zorlac crue with Aaron Deiter, Ryan Monihan, Chad Vogt, Wez Lundry, Andy "the 5", Scott Smiley, Monk, and eventually hooked up with the infamous Mark "Red" Scot to make the Portland/Burnside scene happen for Halloween 1991 after City skate sucked and went under.
These guys made the Original make it, skate it, never ask for permission and so force acceptance through commitment and drive possible around the country and now the world. Credit for fueling the rots of a cement revolution through sweat and hand carried cement bags. Grindline et. al.
What a tapestry of commitment to freedom!!!!
Thank you skateboarding from the 1980's and those who made something from nothing. All my old guys are still out there somewhere, but their memory keeps me fighting the body breakdown and keeps me pushing for 50 with a few tricks up my sleeve, but more importantly an awareness of how learning to skate taught me to learn how to learn anything! "Pay to pay, pay to play, it doesn't matter either way, you're gonna have to pay" Thanks sick boys!
"This is Bob Dylan to me"...
You all helped me save my own life!
And now Monk is gone, Phelps, Grosso here...make your freedom real!
I skated w Q @ 6a.m. Under the Bridge 20+yrs ago. Cardiel was there later in the day n I had no clue who they were at the time
Rest In Peace grosso this show was something I frequently revisited during times where I wasn’t able to skate physically this was my way to remain attached
Yes Jeff, we are still watching. I use to go to Skatercross in Reseda, Marina & Del Mar too, but the RTD didn't go to Marina or Del Mar (I don't think) so growing up, skating in The Valley, I love to see all the people you have on. All us old farts that never grew up and still love the same stuff we loved when we were 13, ya know. Your commentary is harsh at times, but usually right on the money and funny. How can we take ourselves too seriously if we call ourselves skateboarders. We are the roots of this thing. It's up to us to share our story, and show these kids that there's more than one version of this. I don't want to drop any names (Rob Dcough cough) but some people want to act like it's all about getting paid and doing the "hardest trick" whatever that is, is what counts the most. It's great that some people can make a living at it now, but it's not a sport that's going to get you a scholarship. It's should be about having fun, with your friends hopefully, first. All that other stuff, like sponsorships and contests with big prize money are just icing on the cake. IMO no one should get into skating because they think they will make good money at it, or even a living. You can achieve that but it shouldn't be your only goal. Then again it should be whatever you want it to be. But fun needs to be in the mix or why bother. And your show reminds us of all the fun it can be. Now I need to limp to the bathroom because I herniated myself riding. Ok, it's fun and painful.
The letters is one of the best shows on the internet. If I had money I'd fund it. So happy its back.
Isn't it all about pulling Japan airs?
Thank you Jeff. May you find the endless grind.
We love Grosso! Vans, keep these coming! 🙏
Just broke my ankle on a backside grind, so glad I have these to look forward to while I recover, fuck yeah Grosso!
Still watching, and still skateboarding 30 years later ; )
One of the best episodes.
"You just want to get as radical as you can and tear that terrain to pieces." Hell yeah 70's dude.
THANK YOU GROSSO FOR BRINGING US THE LOVE LETTERS
Grosso one of my all time favs best boards graphics with JJ on SC. Gonz legend. Angry skate dude with super cali blonde surfer curls....where else but skateboarding
Hell yeah Rowan is tight, his answer is the best. Pure Zen skateboarding
Overcoming fear & building self worth, self esteem, & confidence. The 1st time I axle dropped into Geoff Scofields 9' backyard halfpipe (aka "The Pain Ramp" per Kelly Belmar bcuz of Whittiers limited freeway access) my legs were shaking uncontrollably & I lucked out bcuz I barely bent my knees!
glad these are back
R.I.P Grosso!!! Thank you for your contribution!
Guy saying you get radical and tear that terrain to pieces, love that.
Take a shot every time Pat quirk says dude in a sentence
Probably one of the most important Love Letter episodes ever! Rest in Power Jeff!!!
fucking love seeing grosso laugh haha
R.i.p bro😭,.sand our regards Tue Jay,pstone,jake,and all the skater there,.luv u so much bro
That short clip of Tony and Jeff as kids is so awesome
We need a Wade Speyer love letter
Lovely show grossman!! so glad to see footage from Quito, Ecuador in this episode!!
Rip in paradise, thanks Jeff
Love you Jeff. You will be missed
The best show on youtube! Badass! Grosso rules.
Please! More Grosso! More loveletters!
Glad to see another letters..you're the man
3:13 When he said, "just tear the terrain to pieces."
Love the clip at the end.
Wow, two minutes into the episode and I really like Tony Hawk's answer, man... It was at the tip of his tongue, and he's absolutely right about not only that, but a lot of stuff. Inspiring to see someone into his 50's talking that confidently about that. This series is fucking good, I have been sleeping on it for not watching before. Thank you for putting Grosso as the host, he brings raw honesty out of people.
if I could add anything to that quote it would be: even if you fail... miserably.
Thank you Jeff
I love how when gonz brings up the karma with the yin yang footage graffiti on the ramp is good editing
Never give up and always stand up everytime you fall
That feeling you get all of them.Gleaming the cube.
Bro seining Pat Clark just shocked my world. The man taught me how to skate growing up as he lived down the road. He had a nice mini ramp and would still shred never really realized how far back in the culture he went until I saw him here on grossos love letters ❤️
Miss this guy!
If you abuse your board, then your board will abuse you!
Thank you skateboarding and thank you Jeff !
Having a vision and then making it real, art, fun....
Such a great video
thanx brother!!
"the karma stick"
That hawk ladder trick was mind blowing!
Philosophy of skate boarding.
Just have fun!
yes!!!!! the letters!!! I can live now!
good closing -- I agree. Peter Hewitt doing a frontside grind. Nothing more need be said nor thought.
keep em comin' 👌
Ain't gonna have fun if you don't take those runs! TeamToast! 50&still rollin! Cheers
sooo good
Never seen skates on the love letters, pretty cool.
Have fun and have style
So good
you freeking rule Jeff keep it up!
Best answer - Just to have fun! It’s simple.
Crucial knowledge for the shredders of tomorrow!
In the 80s the underlying philosophy was a cure for boredom,an escape from reality, fun and an adrenaline rush. After knee surgery in 87 I switched to stand-up jetskis in the surf(freeriding). The same philosophy. I gave the jetskis up in 08 for financial reasons. I switched back to skateboarding but no vertical(street ditch riding). The philosophy has dramatically changed though. Now it's a necessary antidepressant that I can't seem to do without.
im totally going skateboaring
Always agreeing with Grosso
Love you Jeff, thanks the homework big guy
My very first pro or 'real' deck was a Losi. It had been ran over and put back together with 4 metal plates/strips, 2 on the bottom and 2 on the top, and I was fucking stoked!
good shit as always grosso.
I would have to agree on pain being the underlining philosophy as even when your in the zone and tearing spots up you will always be hurting and your bones will constantly be aching and your muscles will be wanting to give out
Definitely, GOOFY FILMER! Just gotta keep on pushing. You can catch the rest of Grosso's Loveletters here: bit.ly/2lUtxf6
Grosso RIP
For me skating has always been about taking a left turn when all the others are going right. It’s about no coaches, no scores, no teams. It’s just you and the ride. It’s you vs yourself. The only one you need to prove anything to is yourself.
Then there’s aspect of running with the pack, the crew, the boys, the pals. Just you and one friend out bombing around late night in empty streets. Or a whole pack on some ramp in the woods, in the barn, in the back yard. Howling. Just getting each other more stoked.
It’s about that loner dude you see on the edge of town board sliding a curb he waxed. And knowing you can instant buds not even knowing names. Because you’re brothers. Short term bonding. Or hanging with dudes you’ve skated with for 25 years. Faces coming and going.
It’s about that first time you land a trick. Or seeing some kid ollie off a curb and you’re just as stoked as seeing the neighborhood legend kick flip the big 8 at the school.
It’s about getting hurt and getting up and trying again and again and again. And it ain’t for the coaches, the spectators, the girls(betties rule though), it’s for you. You did it for you.
It’s about never forgetting the first deck you ever got. That sound of rolling thunder down the street. The smell of wet asphalt, blood, road rash, busted knees, tweaked ankles.
But yeah, end of the day. It’s about good old fashioned hard won, right down the street, back in the alley, behind the grocery store, on that slab of concrete you find in the country, under the bridge, down in the drainage ditch, good clean fuckin FUN!!!
Skateboarding is about pushing the limits of fun, pain, creativity, learning, friendship and fear.
Rip homie🙏
Grinds and the way sk8boards sound on bricks, like the Brooklyn banks back in the day😍
letters are back ! fuck yeah grosso this shit rules !
FUCK YEAH WELCOME BACK!!! LOVE ME SOME LOVELETTERS!!!
Damn, I love Gonz so much !
And Rowan is the coolest guy on earth
I love gonz and his crazy eyes
can't wait to see Grosso speak on the Olympics.
Hey TheJrMizzGamingLounge, thanks for watching! The next Loveletters episode comes out on 8/11, so be sure to check back! Meanwhile, check more of Grosso, here: bit.ly/1FWLiSP
yeah it will be fun to hear from him what is his take on skateboard being recognized as a official sport. :-)
+M Matheus that's exactly what I was thinking. he's goes deep, so I'm sure we will hear more to that also.
TheJrMizzGamingLounge so what did you guys think on him speaking the olympics
TheJrMizzGamingLounge he hate's the whole nyjah houston style of skating. He doesn't like all the glamour and shit around it. He said it in a loveletter but can't remember wich one.
Philosophy Of Skateboarding: The caveman wakes up from a quiet nights sleep. His wife had gathered the straw that made his bed and she is particularly talented at spotting the best bed straw. After eating whatever was left in the fire pit from the night before, he finishes putting the final touches on the set up of his new spear.
That afternoon while hunting he spots an elk. He calls his buddy over. His buddy shakes his head - "too far" and walks away without sound. His friend did not realize that shaft of his new spear was formed from a special tree and he had figured out how to notch the shaft a certain way so that the spear spins in flight. The flint that formed the spear's head had a blue green shimmer that he liked without knowing why.
The caveman sights his line. Breathing deep and with a quick exhale, he throws his spear.
Later, as the sun kissed the mountain tops, a soft orange glow flooded the small smokey village. A celebration was underway due to the grand success of the hunting party. Grabbing her hand amongst the din of excitement the caveman leaves early without notice, leading his wife back to their dwelling. Any boy who would come upon their tracks would instantly know the joviality of their pace as well as their cardinal intentions.
During their love making, he was filled with an energy he had never felt before. It was the the Elk Spirit granting him forgiveness.
That night they conceived twins whom both, before reaching adulthood, became master weapon makers and hunters.
+C. W. *carnal - not cardinal. Do'h!
beautiful!
Rest in peace. This episode rules. Jeff grosso rules
my philosophy of skateboarding is to have fun challenge those around you to push them and your self to new hights and skating isnt the same if youre not with friends
That "Fuck you, I'm going to do what I want where I want" was what was in my mind.
It’s a sport that celebrates and encourages individuality above conformity; where you can have the same amount of fun trying to master the most basic of the basic tricks as the seasoned pro who’s mastered most everything, including the most difficult tricks.
Pat Quirk is a wild one
Miss him
We all miss you Jeff. I’m going to skate now.
Grosso ❤️ forever
for me its self expression and freedom
Godamned if this isn't the coolest thing on the internet next to bang bros
Hewitt killed this "philosophy? to have fun"
You're welcome Jeff. xo. Get up and walk out that door, enjoy the world!