PARENTS GET SO ENTHUSIASTIC ABOUT THEIR KIDS' ABILITY, WHETHER IT'S SKATEBOARDING, FOOTBALL OR SOFTBALL AND THEY TAKE IT TOO FAR. THIS PARENT TOOK IT TOO FAR. HE TOOK HIS 6-YEAR-OLD SON TO THE PARK.

Gagnon raised over $12,000 to build the new ramp for kids in his community. He’s hoping to raise more funds so he can provide free equipment for kids too. If you would like to donate, click HERE.

Plans in works for new skate ramp“The last half-pipe was temporarily installed for an event years ago and it proved to be very popular with local youth,” said Marie Brady, who is heading the ...

In the video, the child, who is about 6 years old, is seen hesitating with his skateboard near the top of the ramp. The father seemingly becomes impatient with his son and kicks him over the edge.

Tyler Shelvey (front), of Wallingford, joins a group of volunteers from General Electric as they work on a new mini skate ramp for kids to learn on at the Wallingford Recreation Facility on Wednesday.

“The ramps we sell just support the hobby we do. I do this as fun with my children, and I do it with kids I work with. I teach them how to skateboard. I’ve taught a lot of kids the basics.” ...

OAKLAND — Plans are underway to bring back the half-pipe skateboard ramp to Montclair Park and a meeting to discuss the issue will be held at 11 a.m. July 9 at the park’s picnic area at 6300 ...

By Joe Hadsall [email protected] American Ramp Co. has grown quickly in 10 years, and company officials hope two recent acquisitions will mean even more growth. Owners Nathan Bemo and Daman ...

A launch ramp with a 30 to 40 percent slope will give a rider maximum distance, while a steeper incline adds airtime and height. The slope is smooth right up to the lip; the top of the mound is flat.

OAKLAND — The beloved skateboard ramp in Montclair Park is wearing out. It’s on the verge of falling into disrepair, and the Montclair Recreation Center is examining its options, including the ...