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Tony Hawk

Tony Hawk

Hometown:: San Diego, California

Sponsors:
Birdhouse, Quiksilver, Fury, Nixon, Bell
Stance:
Goofy
Biography:
What is there to be said about our greatest ambassador? To know him is to love him, really. Skaters young and old admire his legacy and dedication. Parents see the grown up skate-rat with three boys of his own. The paparazzi light up when he steps onto any red carpet in Hollywood. Nevermind the countless first place trophies and gold medals. Nevermind the Tony Hawk Foundation that awards grants to help build skateparks. Nevermind the New York Times bestselling autobiography. Nevermind the best selling Activision video game of all time. The 900, the Boom Boom Huck Jam, the namesake rollercoaster-you get the picture. The reason The Birdman has so many fans is because his passion rings true. We couldn't have asked for a better communicator to the outside world. Thank you, Tony.

Q and A

Current setup?
Birdhouse Tony Hawk model (strange, but true), Fury 800's, 60mm Type-S wheels.
What special quirks do you have when setting up a board?
I hate the top bolts to stick up AT ALL. I will tighten them until they are flush with the griptape even though it weakens the board. If my boards ever break, it's right at the bolts that I over-tightened.
Why did you decide to ride for Quiksilver?
There is no other company more authentic in board sports. I have wanted to ride for Quik since I was first sponsored. In fact, I once gave them a resume at a trade show when I was 16. They didn't have a concise skate team at the time, so I waited almost 15 years to re-approach them.
Favorite trick to do?
540, just give me a vert wall.
Best place ever to skate?
Boom Boom Huckjam ramp, just ask anyone who's ridden it.
Skate videos that get you hyped to skate?
Anything progressive, especially if it features Bob Burnquist or my son Riley.
Skaters that have influenced you?
Eddie Elguera, Steve Caballero, Rodney Mullen, Bob Burnquist, Danny Way, Eric Koston, Bucky Lasek, Bam Margera, Daewon Song.
Recommended reading?
Night of the Gun by David Carr.
What music have you been listening to?
NIN, Metallica, Amanda Palmer, Pixies, Radiohead, Joe Strummer, Black Keys, Jane's Addiction, Cold War Kids, Mars Volta, The Cure.
Best live show or concert you've ever seen?
Ministry, 1991 tour.
Do you have any pets?
One cat: Shadow. I travel too much to keep anything else alive.
Favorite Movies?
Fast Times at Ridgemont High, Big Lebowski, Weird Science, Usual Suspects, Reservoir Dogs, Goodfellas, Nightmare Before Christmas, Swingers, Pick of Destiny.
Favorite TV Shows?
Daily Show, The Office, Entourage, Weeds.
Places to eat?
Market, Nobu, Sushi Nozawa, Roberto's, In N Out Burger, McDonald's.
Something you could wear everyday?
Quik jeans, slim-fit t-shirt, Hawk shoes.
When you're not skating you're?
spending time with my wife and kids, snowboarding, surfing, playing videogames, watching movies, on planes, raising money for public skateparks, suffering through business meetings, and trying to promote the sport that has given me more than I ever imagined possible.

Tony Hawk's Blog

Nov 20, 1:52 PM

Watch the Tony Hawk Show live Saturday 11/21

by mramirez

Watch the live webcast of the Tony Hawk Show in Paris, Saturday November 21st at 12:00 PM PST . Click here for details.

Nov 17, 11:21 AM

TONY HAWK: RIDE game available today

by mramirez

Today is the day, TONY HAWK: RIDE is officially in stores and available to buy! Since you’re already online, save yourself some time and click here to order the game and get your own. You can be playing the Quiksilver 80’s level as Tony Hawk, Christian Hosoi, and Alex Olson by the weekend.

Nov 13, 10:31 AM

The Quiksilver Tony Hawk Show

by mramirez

The Quiksilver Tony Hawk Show Arrives In Paris November 20-21 to Kick off Quiksilver’s 40th Anniversary Festivities

Over 30 Global Quiksilver Surf, Skate and Snow Athletes Will Join the Celebration including Kelly Slater, Todd Richards, Travis Rice, Danny Garcia, Alex Olson, Jérémy Florès, Mathieu Crépel, Robby Naish and Roxy’s Lisa Andersen, Torah Bright and Kassia Meador.

This month Quiksilver announced its 40th anniversary celebration in Paris, November 20-21, 2009. The event will feature two days of skateboarding, music, art and fashion at the historic Grand Palais—culminating in a Saturday night finale featuring The Quiksilver Tony Hawk Show, followed by a concert with Dead By Sunrise and a late night with DJ Mix Master Mike.

This will be the first action sports event ever held inside the Grand Palais, with the largest vert ramp ever built in Europe lasting for two days. This is a rare and unique chance for pros and locals alike to skate inside one of the city’s massive historic monuments. The weekend’s anniversary will also include exhibition areas for art, music and cultural events. Special guest and renowned graffiti artist André will be giving the public an opportunity to watch the notorious artist work live at the event. Quiksilver has also assembled a 40 year fashion retrospective inside the venue.

In addition, The Tony Hawk Show is bringing friends such as skaters Andy MacDonald, Kevin Staab, Sandro Dias, Jean Postec, Sergie Ventura, Jesse Fristch, and four of the biggest names in international skateboarding will be our very special guests: Christian Hosoi, Daniel Cardone, Javier Mendizabal and Omar Hassan.

Be sure to look for Todd Richard’s event coverage, Paris exploits and special interviews with athletes and artists alike in several upcoming “Todcasts” on quiksilver.com in December. For more information on this Event please visit: www.Quiksilverlive.com.

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