It is not an easy task to list off the top skaters in the world, everyone has their own opinion as to who the best is. I think that we can all agree that Tony Hawk is, if not number one, he has absolutely got to be number two. Without Tony Hawk where would skateboarding be today. As one of the original innovators of skateboarding Mr. Hawk has given us the 900, and if I’m not mistaken, to date is the only man to accomplish this truly unbelievable feat of athleticism.
On to Rodney Mullen, this man brings his own unique style to skateboarding. Rodney Mullen’s style can be referred to as relaxed, he makes every trick that he executes seem effortless and easy, but make no mistake Rodney Mullen has put in the time and effort to become the legend that he is today. Beginning to compete in 1977, Rodney took on his first sponsor in 1980 at the young age of 14.
Being a competitive skateboarder since 1989, Danny Way has definitely made his mark on the sport and takes my number three spot. Currently holding the world record 28 foot bomb drop off of the Hard Rock Hotel guitar Danny is a three time XG big air gold medalist. Another one of DW’s amazing feats, in April of 2006, he jumped over the Great Wall of China.
Rounding out my guide to the best skaters would have to be Colin Mckay and Ryan Sheckler and those are the facts. Just like anything else everyone’s got their own opinions.