At least that’s what the X Games thinks… April 3, ESPN announced that they would permanently be canceling Vert Skateboarding from X Games competition.

“It’s time. It’s been time. ESPN’s always a little slow on the uptake. It’s no secret that the vert field has stayed the same for the last decade. It’s no secret that there aren’t any vert ramps for kids to ride outside Southern California. If you want a vert career, you have to move there,” says X Games General Manager Chris Stiepock.    

I think they should keep vert but spice it up a bit. Maybe let everyone go at once or even put in some obstacles in the middle of the ramp. Or better yet, maybe set the skaters up with balls that they have to throw into baskets when they are at the climax of their jump, and then they can be rewarded points based off the amount of balls they make into the basket. Who knows, but if you are listening to me right now ESPN, I would definitely take these ideas into consideration. 

R.I.P. Vert Skateboarding @ The X Games 

(1994-2008) 

For more info go to EXPN.  

Quick update: Vert Skateboarding at the X Games has been officially brought back to life. No Joke! Read more about this crazy act of Skateboarding Godliness by clicking here.

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