Transworld Mar 1999

This issue of Transworld Skateboarding delivers a tightly packed, travel-heavy edition with pros on the move, contests heating up, and international scenes getting overdue attention. The tone is classic late-‘90s: dry humor in the columns, big personalities in the features, and world-class skating throughout.

Things kick off with Gasbag and Litterbox, where the editorial team vents and riffs, setting the sarcastic, sharp-witted tone that fans expect. Jam Sandwich drops in quick-fire content—likely ads, quotes, and side commentary—while Tangent offers cultural deep cuts and oddball observations. Starting Point and Trick Tip bring updates from the road and practical trick advice, rounding out the front half of the mag.

The major centerpiece is a Pro Spotlight on Steve Berra, giving readers a deeper look at a skater known for his technical mastery and thoughtful approach to both skateboarding and life. Whether filming heavy lines or reflecting on the industry, Berra’s feature would have stood out for its substance.

London Calls shifts the action overseas, spotlighting the UK skate scene with its gritty spots, eccentric style, and a different rhythm than what was coming out of the States. Following that, Triple Crown and the SF Minute Finals cover competitive chaos—contests where tricks go down hard and fast, and the pressure produces standout moments. On Fire and Ganked Goods likely bring photo-driven content and products with personality, keeping things visually heavy.

One of the more unique features is a Minnesota Road Trip, capturing sessions through the Midwest with a mix of sketchy spots and lowkey gems—highlighting just how far crews would go to film something fresh. The Enrique Lorenzo Interview closes out the main content, putting the spotlight on the smooth, tech-heavy Spanish skater whose influence was just starting to resonate beyond Europe. Lorenzo’s part reads like a warm breeze through marble plazas—clean lines, no wasted motion.

This issue blends classic Transworld structure with a growing global focus. Skaters like Berra and Lorenzo represent two very different yet equally vital pieces of the scene—one introspective and methodical, the other fluid and explosively stylish. As contests get bigger and the skate world stretches further, the mag keeps things grounded with road trips, real talk, and tricks that still hold weight today.