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Red Bull Skim It: the contest takes place in an artificial beach in Lodz | Photo: Red Bull
Red Bull Skim It returns with a skate-inspired format
The best Polish skimboarders will once again compete in the 2018 Red Bull Skim It, in Lodz.
Skimboarding: towed into by wave by a lawn mower engine
Skimboarders get towed into the waves by lawn mower engine
A group of skimboarders used a lawn mower engine to get towed into the surf.
2018 Outer Banks Skim Jam: the iconic event had all sorts of weather | Photo: Fernandez/Skim USA
Perry Pruitt wins 2018 Outer Banks Skim Jam
Perry Pruitt claimed the 2018 Outer Banks Skim Jam, at Jeanette’s Pier in Nags Head, North Carolina.
Austin Keen: one of the first skimboarders to hit the Surf Ranch
Austin Keen hits the Surf Ranch
Austin Keen put on an epic display of skimboarding at the Surf Ranch, in Lemoore, California.
Isaac Thomas: he owns a couple of skimboards | Photo: DB Skimboard
Isaac Thomas will 'Never Stop Skimming'
Isaac Thomas owns an interesting collection of rare skimboarding DVDs. They document the evolution of the sport since the turn of the millennium.
Russell Sullivan: he will represent Skim USA in 2018 | Photo: Russell Sullivan/Facebook
The 2018 Skim USA Tour schedule
The Skim USA Tour announced the full schedule for the 2018 season.

Top Stories

The science and art of stone skipping

What is stone skipping? The art of throwing flat rocks across the water has become a semi-professional sport involving technique and science.

How to catch a wave on a skimboard

Catching a wave on a skimboard involves two significant variables: timing and technique.

Foam vs. wood skimboards: what's the difference?

Skimboarding is a highly versatile sport that can be practiced and enjoyed both in and out of the water.

How to wax a skimboard

Wax is often used to help you stick to your skimboard while flatland or wave skimming.