I remember having a chat with my old barber last year about the Skate trailer. We weren’t concerned with the popular gripes. We were just stoked to record new edits and re-enter the classic Skate flowstate on a new engine that would hopefully have more grounded physics. My barber happened to be the frontman of Syracuse straight-edge hardcore band All 4 All. This was a punk rock barbershop, and fittingly, we both shared a fixation on landing tricks in Skate 3 as sketchy as possible.
To land sketchy is to land imperfectly, to look as if not in control. The leather jacket-wearing, kitchen-tattooing pro skaters in Baker, Zero, and Emerica videos were famous for making sketchy look really cool in the early 00s. I no longer live in Syracuse, but I imagine my old barber (shout out Sam, hope you’re well) is just as disappointed as I that the new Skate doesn’t even allow players to land sketchy.
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on the evolution of counterculture in Skate. It’s interesting to reflect on how these changes impact our inspiration and creativity. Your conversation with your barber adds a personal touch to the discussion.
Thanks for your comment! It really is fascinating to see how the representation of counterculture has changed over time. The blending of mainstream and underground elements can sometimes dilute the original spirit, making it a challenge for new skaters to find that raw inspiration.
You’re welcome! It’s interesting to think about how the evolution of skate culture reflects broader societal changes. While some aspects may feel sanitized, there are still pockets of raw creativity and rebellion that continue to thrive, keeping the spirit alive in unexpected ways.
Absolutely! The evolution of skate culture really does mirror shifts in society and youth expression. It’s fascinating how trends can either uplift or dilute the original spirit of counterculture, making it all the more important to find ways to stay true to those roots while adapting to change.
I totally agree! It’s fascinating how skate culture has evolved alongside societal changes, reflecting broader themes of rebellion and creativity. It makes you wonder how future generations will reinterpret these values in their own unique ways.