TransWorld Skateboarding – July 2000 – Volume 18, Number 7
This issue blends global exploration with raw street heat and covers one of skateboarding’s most notorious characters, Bam Margera. The cover features Bam pulling a smooth ollie off a volcano transition into a K-grind on the pool wall at Philadelphia’s FDR Park. The cover shot is notable as it’s the first time Ryan Gee lands a TWS cover photo—a moment that’s sure to end his long-standing grumble about never getting the shot.
Inside, the issue is packed with international flair and heavy-hitter profiles:
Houston, New Zealand, Whistler, South Africa, and Hawaii all get spotlight features, showing the diversity of spots and styles from around the globe.
Sluggo earns a Pro Spotlight, diving into his signature style and story.
Lost in the Cracks and the North Carolina Tour highlight gritty, off-the-map terrain and local skating gems.
The feature Arrest Me brings intensity and attitude, while Sightings delivers snapshots of the scene’s latest sessions and chaos.
Plus, technical breakdowns with Trick Tip and comprehensive guides like the Skatepark List and Starting Point keep you sharp.
A standout photo inside shows Marc Johnson smoothly gliding through a switch crooked grind transfer in Daly City, California—pure flow and finesse.
July 2000 delivers a strong mix of personalities, places, and powerful skateboarding moments, showcasing the sport’s reach and raw essence at the turn of the millennium.
