Skim Skool / History of Skim Boarding

Skimboarding is the evolution of “skidboarding” which began in the 1920’s when Laguna Beach lifeguards constructed round wood discs made from plywood, and used them in wave breaks to slide across the water. The “Pizza” board became the standard shape for skimboarding until the early ‘60s when skimboards started becoming four sided. This shape eventually progressed into something resembling a smaller wider surfboard without fins, which has remained the most popular shape for skimboarding in waves.

Although relatively unknown to most, skimboarding has continued to grow at a rapid pace, separating into two categories: wave riding and flatland. Spreading up from the shores of Laguna Beach, to the tide flats of the North West and Canada, then inland to areas abundant with rivers, lakes, ponds, and even wet grass.

Flatland skimboards evolved into a twin tip shape to compliment a different style of riding. Flatland skimboarding has thrived off influences from other sports like skateboarding by incorporating complex tricks, homemade rails and jumps into daily sessions. With steady development it has the potential to be the next big sport at the X-games. Skimboarding is an exhilarating sport with unparalleled freedom that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. If you can run, you can ride so grab a skimboard and "Ride the Glide."