The Surf/Skate Connection Chapter 3: The Umbilical Cord Gets Cut

The Surf/Skate Connection Chapter 3: The Umbilical Cord Gets Cut was released earlier this month by Surfline. See how intertwined and dependent upon one another surfing and skating truly are.

Chapters 1 & 2 highlighted the development of skateboarding, from concrete-wave-junkies riding on wooden planks with clay or metal wheels to technological advancements such as the serendipitous WWII creation of polyurethane.

You’ll have to find out for yourself what Chapter 3 discusses! Here is a sneak preview of the article’s pictures to give you an idea. 





Have a craving for more surf, stop by Chapter 38: Surf for some great interviews and articles!

After that sick picture of Tony Alva I know you want more old school skate! Learn about Tony Alva's 5 favorite boards!