Tony Alva Article Index for
Tony
Articles about
Tony Alva
Website Links For
Tony
 

Information About

Tony Alva




Tony Alva (born 1957 in the USA ) is one of the original Z-Boys and one of the most influential skateboarders of all time. He is believed to be one of the first to land an Aerial in an empty swimming pool.
Alva Skates is one of the longest-running skateboard companies in the industry.
He is a prime example of the Dogtown style of skateboarding and an icon for modern day skateboarders.


Contest history

  • 1st in 1975 Hang Ten World Contest (Los Angeles): cross country/obstacle race.

  • 1st in 1975 Hang Ten World Contest (Los Angeles): cross country/obstacle race.

  • 1st in 1976 California Free Former World Professional Skateboard Championships, California: barrel jump (17 barrels).



References



External links