cstack's review against another edition
3.0
Really simple writing. I learned a lot about a subject I never knew much about.
samcarlin's review against another edition
3.0
I used to really like Tony Hawk and skateboarding (surprising, I know). But even still this is a pretty interesting memoir.
heavyreaderfin's review against another edition
5.0
Reading this periodically. Hits the spot even after 15th time.
thewondering1's review against another edition
4.0
Really enjoyed this. Great, crazy stories about demo tours across the US. It's also interesting to see how the sport progressed through the 80s into the 90s and then into the early 00s. Also liked hearing about the creation of the "extreme games" (or the x games as they're known as now. Side note: the day when Tony Hawk doesn't announce skateboarding during summer x is going to be a really fucking sad day). Also loved reading about what Tony thinks of some of the other big skaters -- Buck, Danny, Andy, ect. Don't feel like you have to be a skater to read this, you don't, it's an awesome read no matter what. Just be interested.
eswastek's review against another edition
5.0
I love Tony Hawk so this book was very exciting to read. Tony leaves out no details and it felt like i was able to read his diary in many ways. Seeing the ups and downs of his career and how he kept going no matter is inspiring and it gave me a great reality check. It’s fun to read about someone else’s world (especially the skateboarding world!) to give you a different perspective on life. I just wish i was able to party with them the way he did at 17-18 lol. Highly recommend this book to anyone! It’s an easy read and it’s refreshing to hear Tony talk about every part of his career and not just his highlights.
iceangel9's review
4.0
The most famous skateboarder in the world tells his own story with the help of Sean Mortimer. This is a story of success and failure. Boys will love this book, especially if they have any interest in skating. The book is loaded with stats and pictures. A great way to get boys to read nonfiction literature. There is some profanity and potty humor in the book, but no more than would be expected from a book about the skateboarding culture.
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