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10qs: Leo Martinez

10qs: Leo Martinez

 

What got you into skateboarding?

My friend Zack Roza

 

What is your skate scene like in your city?

Its incredible Long Beach has all the best skateboarders from all over the planet in one place. Everyone respects everyone and nothing but great vibes

 

What is your go-to trick to start your sesh?

Lately, I have been feeling nollie flips when I start skating

 

Do you feel skateboarding has changed your life? How?

Yes, it has! It is given me everything in life. It has allowed me to experience life in such an incredible way. It is the reason why I got my green card to live in the USA, I have friends from all over the world, it is put me in places someone from my background wouldn’t ever be in. Skateboarding has been my biggest miracle in life

 

What Pro skater inspires your skating? 

Luan Oliveira

 

 

Do you prefer watching skate videos on social media or buying it? Why?

I prefer to buy because it supports the brands and skaters that put them together

 

What is the gnarliest trick you have ever done? How did you feel when you landed it?

360 flip nose Manuel nollie inward heel out. It felt Surreal!

 

Tell us about your local skate shop & what they do for the skateboard scene

LB skate does skate contests and various other events that bring the community together. Even during the pandemic provides to everyone who buys from the shop

 

What is your daily routine before you go shred?

Watch some skate videos while I eat then stretch

 

Any Inspiring words you want to tell the next generation of skaters.

Skateboarding is a gift. Give back to it support all your favorite pros and brands. Respect everyone and make the world a better place.

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