Author Archives: scottytang

Sorrow Turned to Joy

Posted on June 19, 2017 by scottytang

The other day, a couple of friends and I were at a skate park in the rougher part of Sacramento having a grand ole time. And about half way through the session, this little kid named James (probably around 7 … Continue reading →

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Little Drummer (Skater) Boy

Posted on December 20, 2016 by scottytang

Christmas time is here, so Christmas songs are being played everywhere. I remember last December when I was working at Starbucks, the song “Little Drummer Boy” came on and I had one of those, “Ah Ha” moments. A song I … Continue reading →

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Celebrate the Uncomfortable

Posted on November 2, 2016 by scottytang

Getting better at skateboarding can be very uncomfortable and unsettling. Trying a new trick usually takes many roll ups and battles within our mind before we work up the courage to go for it. The first try is always the … Continue reading →

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Wisdom From a Dying Friend

Posted on May 9, 2016 by scottytang

Monday – April 25th I had to say goodbye to one of the best dudes I’ve ever had the privilege to call my friend. It all started for me when I got a phone call from my friend Rick that Matt … Continue reading →

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Joy is Strength

Posted on April 27, 2016 by scottytang

I was with some Camp Royal guys at Venice Beach skatepark the other day filming skate footage and an interview for a video promotion they have been working on. We got there at 7:00am to get some good lighting with … Continue reading →

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Out of the Mouth of Infants

Posted on April 18, 2016 by scottytang

There’s a park by my mom’s house that I always skate that’s just a couple rails and a box. I was there the other day and this little kid named Matthew came and started cruising around on his skateboard and … Continue reading →

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Little Ones

Posted on April 5, 2016 by scottytang

I was at my local park the other day, and after I skated around for a bit I went to the back of the park so I could work on some flat ground tricks by myself. There were only 2 … Continue reading →

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The People

Posted on December 21, 2015 by scottytang

Skateboarding can often bring out the animal in me. When I skate I tend to get in the zone and tune out everything and everyone around me. If I’m at a crowded skate park, people often feel like a nuisance … Continue reading →

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Surprised to be Alive

Posted on October 26, 2015 by scottytang

  I have had a hurt ankle for about a month and a half now, and at times it can drive me a little crazy. Being hurt and not able to skate can often feel like a prison. Skateboarding is … Continue reading →

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Let the Children Come

Posted on October 8, 2015 by scottytang

I was at a skate park the other day and there were these two little kids (probably no older than 8) that were hanging out and asking everyone if they could use their board. I said no at first because … Continue reading →

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