Skatepark of Tampa

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Skatepark of Tampa is a world-famous skatepark in Tampa, Florida, USA. It is one of the top skateboarding venue on the East Coast of the United States.[1] The name is often abbreviated as SPoT. It is well-known for its annual Tampa Am and Tampa Pro competitions.

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[edit] History

On December 28, 1992, SPoT opened only to employees, and on January 2, 1993 the park officially opened to the public.

[edit] Obstacles

The skatepark includes a "pro course", which offers a pyramid and many difficult rails. Outside, there is a full size vert ramp, The "beginner's course" features many smaller rails and ramps to expand skateboarding skills, and also includes the famous bowl. The course was completely redesigned in 2007, when Nike SB sponsored the annual Tampa AM and PRO contests.[2]

[edit] Music Venue

It is also known as a music venue, as it hosts the Transitions Art Gallery on its premises.

[edit] In pop culture

The skatepark plays a major part of the Tony Hawk's Underground video game with many SPoT employees featured as competitors in the street and vertical contests.

[edit] References

  1. ^ "Skateboarding glory rolls through Tampa event", St. Petersburg Times, 2006-03-11. Retrieved on 2008-03-06. 
  2. ^ "Nike SB To Sponsor Skatepark Of Tampa 2007 Am And Pro Contests", Transworld Business, 2006-09-25. Retrieved on 2008-03-06. 

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