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Deep Dive: Chicago Blow-Out (1986)

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Chicago Blow-Out
The 1986 Chicago Blow-Out contest features a gathering of prominent skateboarders competing in a high-energy environment. Legendary skaters like Tony Hawk, Steve Caballero, and Lance Mountain are among the participants, showcasing their skills in a series of impressive tricks. The event captures the excitement of skateboarding culture during this era, with performances from notable figures such as Monty Nolder, Micke Alba, and Ken Park. Additional talents like Mark Rogowski, Christian Hosoi, and Kevin Staab contribute to the rich history of skateboarding. The film also includes performances by Mike McGill, Rodney Mullen, and Jeff Grosso, along with Chris Miller, Jeff Kendall, and Steve Steadham, making it a significant documentation of skateboarding's evolution in the mid-1980s.

Why Watch

  • •See Tony Hawk and Steve Caballero in action.
  • •Find out about the tricks of Mark Rogowski and Christian Hosoi.
  • •Meet legendary skaters from the mid-1980s.

Did You Know

•Tony Hawk, Steve Caballero, and Lance Mountain participated in the event.
•The contest features performances from 13 notable skateboarders.
•The film has a total runtime of 69 minutes.
•It was directed by Don Hoffman in 1986.

Perfect For

Skateboarding enthusiastsSports competition fans1980s pop culture