We could talk about how skateboard wheels come in different hardnesses, which increase (for beginner skaters who want more stability) or decrease (for pros who want to pull more tricks ...

And they're a bit reserved. At first, they’re usually amused that women who look like them and dress in polleras are doing skate tricks. says Tacuri. But once they overcome their inhibitions ...

Nearly every day for eight years, he and Robert would meet up with their group of friends and practice skateboard tricks until it got dark. Thursday's were known as "Thursdays with Tyre," said Robert.