Skateboarder

Bibliographic Information: Owens, J. (Editor). (2013). Skateboarder [Magazine]. San Clemente: Source Interlink Media. Website URL: http://www.skateboardermag.com/

Content Summary: Skateboarder Magazine was born in 1964 as a quarterly, but then disappeared until the skateboarding boom in the 70’s. Due to dangerous quality of proto skate gear, the sport faced banning more than once in its history. The magazines success has followed the ups and downs of the sports popularity, but thrives today as the “Bible” of skateboarding magazines. Editors credit the superb photography and editorials for their success. The magazine also features interviews, reviews of gear from decks to shoes, and offers free giveaways.

Wikipedia. (2013). Skateboarder [Magazine]. (28 April, 2013). Retrieved from: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skateboarder_(magazine)

Genre: Magazine

Subjects: skateboarding, skateboards, skateboard gear

Reading Level/Interest Age: 13+

Challenge Issues/Defense: N/A

Reason for Selection: The sport of skateboarding has a bad reputation among authoritative figures since its beginnings in the 60’s and 70’s, which is why it will always have a special place in the heart of teens. But beyond that, it is a growing phenomenon, and I don’t see it losing its momentum for years. The photos in this magazine are amazing, and teens will agree.