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Sports & Recreation > Sports & Recreation (Other) How to do an ollie on a skateboard: 2 of 8
For BMX riders this airborne trick is called a bunny hop, for skateboarders it's called an ollie. If you have ever seen a skateboarder jumping up a curb, over an object or just in mid air, you are witnessing them do an ollie. This rather easy trick is the basis for almost all other skateboard tricks and is the first trick mos... More..
Business > Nonprofits Is MySpace an effective tool for nonprofits?: 3 of 7
MySpace is a highly effective tool for non-profit organizations. I can't think of a reason why it isn't. First and foremost, MySpace is free! Non-profit organizations know all about budgeting and using a free service like MySpace plays no affect on an organizations budget. This is the most common upside of why MySpace is an e... More..
Style & Beauty > Tattoos & Piercings Should tattooed and pierced people be role models?: 1 of 2
Should tattooed and pierced people be role models? The answer is yes! Even more so there are people with tattoos and piercings that are role models. First and foremost, a tattoo or a piercing doesn't make you who you are. If a person can influence another in a positive way, then they should be able to. I believe it's not bec... More..
Sports & Recreation > Sports & Recreation (Other) How to clean skateboard bearings: 1 of 1
Cleaning skateboard bearings is a very simple process. Most skateboarders don't clean their bearings as often as they should because they don't find it too important, but it is important. Keeping your bearings clean, helps them last longer and plays in effect with your safety. To begin cleaning your bearings, you will need t... More..
Sports & Recreation > Sports & Recreation (Other) Methods for contacting skateboard companies for sponsorships: 1 of 1
Believe it or not, contacting skateboard companies for sponsorships can be a rather aggravating process. To be bluntly honest skateboard companies find it annoying to be contacted in reference to sponsorship. Most skateboarders don't know this when seeking sponsorship for the first time and actually lower their chances of be... More..
Style & Beauty > Hair Styles How to get 360 hair waves: 1 of 1
The approach to achieving the perfect 360 waves is quite simple, but often overlooked. A hairbrush and well logo designed can of grease isn't always the trick in perfecting the 360 wave complex. One factor that is often overlooked, is a person's hair texture/structure. What works for one won't always work for another. The dec... More..
Sports & Recreation > Sports & Recreation (Other) How to replace skateboard bushings: 1 of 1
If you have ever been riding on your skateboard and noticed that you were suddenly turning in a certain direction, chances are your bushings are worn out. Most skateboarders don't replace their bushings as often as they should, but replacing them is a very simple process. All you need to replace your bushings is a skate too... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenting Styles (Other) Is it responsible for a parent to let a 12-year-old child ride the NYC subway alone?: 9 of 14
No, it is not responsible for a parent to let a 12-year-old child ride the NYC subway alone! The question is questioning a parent's responsibility. Again, I repeat, it is not responsible for a parent to let a 12-year-old child ride the NYC subway alone. For any person who parents a minor, you have responsibilities. One... More..
Style & Beauty > Tattoos & Piercings Disadvantages of facial piercings: 2 of 3
Along with their creative intentions, facial piercings often lead to various disadvantages. In fact I can't think of an advantage of facial piercings. They can show a side of creativity, who you are. They can be cool, neat, trendy, etc., but in most circumstances there can be a price to pay. EMPLOYMENT Chances are, a perso... More..
Sports & Recreation > Sports & Recreation (Other) How to open your own skateboard shop: 5 of 7

I've read articles on how to open your own skate shop and I will admit I came across a lot of good information, but what I didn't come across were the facts that needed to be stated. You can't walk away from reading any article on how to open a skate shop and be fully prepared. You can only walk away with an idea. As for this... More..