Geez, is that all you kids think about? Well, having had some friends get sponsored and even go pro, I know a little something about what it takes to get sponsored and I’ll elaborate on it was much as I can right here. But if you want the short version it’s this–you have to be really good and know the right people, or just be really, really, really good.
So Clyde says winning Tampa Am is one of the ways to ruin your skateboarding career. “…has there truly been anyone whos won that contest, and went on to become a top pro- or is it me? id personally always considered it the Rose Bowl of skateboarding contest. but the more i pay attention, im starting to realize…
Following up on the somewhat extensive How to Get Sponsored Lesson #1, here’s Lesson #2–don’t be an idiot.
Every 14-year old skater out there wants to get sponsored and get free stuff, skate all the time, get chased by 13-year old girls, etc., right? Ok, I’m going to tell you how it’s done. Here’s lesson #1 on getting sponsored.
First, ride a skateboard good.
No, seriously, you need to be really, really good. Amazingly good. Better…
We’re starting a new section here called “get sponsored.” The way it works is that we’ll post video of people who are good enough to be sponsored but aren’t, or who are looking to move from flow to full or am to pro or whatever. Basically it’s a spot for unknown talent to get whatever exposure we can give…
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