1975 Hang Ten Championship: The Moment Skateboarding Went GlobalPART TWO: In 1975, skateboarding was about to explode like never before. With the introduction of urethane wheels, riders gained unprecedented speed, smoothness, and distance—taking skateboarding from a casual California pastime to a global phenomenon. This pivotal year wasn’t just about boards, though; it was a time of major shifts in pop culture and history. The Vietnam War ended, Nixon resigned, Jaws rocked the box office, and the world was changing fast. Skateboarding, however, was moving in its own direction—propelled by the innovative technology of urethane wheels, it began to shape itself into a legitimate, competitive sport. The Hang Ten World Championships in 1975 put skateboarding on the map, with iconic companies like Bahne and Hang Ten recognizing the global potential of this explosive new sport. As competitions grew, the spirit of freedom, creativity, and self-expression remained at the core of skateboarding’s identity, a spirit that still drives it today. This video dives deep into how 1975 marked the moment skateboarding went from a rebellious subculture to an internationally recognized sport. From legendary competitors to the birth of iconic moments, this was the foundation of everything skateboarding is today. And if you thought Part 1 was amazing, stick around because Part 2 is about to take you even deeper into the rise of skateboarding's global legacy. 👉 Watch now to see how the game changed in 1975, and get ready for an insider look at the people, the innovations, and the culture that started it all! Music: The Hello People- Have You Seen The Light Dashihell Hediyat and Gong- Obsolete Mistress- New Ground Additional footage: Hal Jepsen Tony Owen John MacDonald Spyder Wills Gregg Weaver Skaters: Tom Sims Kevin Anderson Ed Nadalin Skitch Hitchcock Stacy Peralta Steve Monihan Russ Howell Baby Paul Cullen Bruce Logan