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Shreddi Repas – Ripping Shredder

Shreddi Repas - Skateboard World Cover; Double Grab BS Air @ Skatercross

Thirty-three years have passed since this photo hit the newsstands and it’s still rad to this day. Who is it, you ask? Why, it’s none other than Shreddi Repas grabbing some air at the long defunct Skatercross. In addition to having one of the most appropriate skateboarding names ever, Shreddi is the originator of the standup grind (50-50), backside air to axle stall, fakie carve grinds (switch grinds) as well as fakie 360 rock-n-roll board slides. Check out a larger version of the cover after the turn along with a Shreddi/TA story. EPM “getting all histrionic” Out!

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Hefty Grind

Shreddi Repas - FS 50-50 @ 1979 Dog Bowl Pro; photo: Glen E. Friedman

Talk about your brand dilution. We’re not talking about Alva Skates, Gyro Wheels, Skull Skates, Powerflex wheels or any of the other skate brands represented in this Glen E. Friedman photo, or even the Nike shoes. What are we talking about? Get the answer after the turn.

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