THE 10 BEST INDOOR SKATEPARKS IN THE WORLD

The weather and the skate are not the best of friends. In the same way that bad weather conditions can ruin a day of surfing or snowboarding, a very strong wind or a sudden rain can ruin an afternoon of skateboarding. skaters only enjoy clear skies. Although the most common environment where skateboarding is still practiced in outdoor skateparks, a good mind had an idea that hit the nail on the head: building an indoor skatepark, that was covered. Currently we are no longer surprised to find skateparks with these characteristics, and more and more are being built. We are going to make a list of our top 10 best indoor skateparks in the world:

1. AREA 51, HOLLAND

The skatepark Area 51 is located in Eindhoven in the Netherlands. It was the old Philips factory and it seems from another world. This park has more than 3.000 square meters with different modules to enjoy. It's huge and perfect for skateboarding and BMXing, with a very fun atmosphere and background music. It has a bar to regain strength after a long morning skateboarding.

2. SKATEPARK OF TAMPA, FLORIDA

For our second skatepark in the ranking we moved to the United States, specifically to Florida. Also known as SPoT (Skatepark of Tampa), it's an ideal place if you're visiting Florida and you're in the mood for skateboarding. Perfect for days of excessive heat, thanks to its air conditioning. It was born in 1933 and since then it has experienced multiple improvements and constructions. It currently offers many slopes for both beginners and the most professional.

3. BURNSIDE PARK, COMMONWEALTH, OREGON

The third skatepark is located in Portland, one of the greenest cities in the US.USA In this city it is not uncommon for it to rain, so this project was the perfect solution for the skaters of Portland. Burnside was built in the 90s as an initiative of local fans, who put all their effort and money into the construction of this space. After years of insistence and paperwork, it was approved as a Portland public park. In the last 20 years it has been expanded and is now one of the most mythical skateparks in the world.

4. BAY SIXTY 6, LONDON

Bay Sixty 6, formerly known as Playstation due to its sponsorship with this company, was born in 1997. This skatepark has been renovated by Nike Skateboard and is a privileged place to skate. Although it is considered an indoor park, it is not really completely covered, since it has a roof, but no walls. This park offers skating courses for any age, summer camps and has a store that sells all the material a skater needs.

5. CREAM CITY, WISCONSIN

The state of Wisconsin is a state where it can be terribly cold in the winter months, bordering on -11°C. That is why it is not surprising that one of the most spectacular and largest skate parks in the world has been built here: the Cream City Skatepark. The design of this skatepark and the experience and kindness of its workers make it an emblematic place. Mix benches, ledges, stairs... all kinds of elements to perform tricks.

6. THE BLOCK, CALIFORNIA

In 1999, the official Vans skatepark opened in Orange County, California. Since then, its recognizable wooden structures have become an icon of Southern California. With its 1858 square meters, this enormous space is fantastic, since its spaciousness you will never have to wait for too long in lines. It has recently been completely remodeled, and its old wooden ramps have been replaced by concrete. As a personal touch, Vans wanted to give it a touch of color by decorating the floor of one area with the checkerboard, a Vans classic.

7. RAMP 1, UNITED KINGDOM

The seventh skatepark is located between Liverpool and Manchester, and is a paradise for all skateboarders. In a place where rain is very frequent throughout the year, this skatepark was more than necessary. It is one of the largest indoor skateparks in Europe. With an area of ​​4.645 square meters, it houses 9 different areas adapted to the level of all riders: one for beginners, a section with a mini ramp, a BMX section, a kind of skating tunnel, a mini ramp and an esplanade 50 meter Las Vegas themed. It has a cafeteria, the Grind Café, from which to witness the best skate performances while enjoying a coffee or a delicious and varied menu.

8. SKATELAB, CALIFORNIA

This park, which opened in 1997 in Simi Valley, California, is even older than the Vans skatepark. Unlike the rest, Skatelab is home to a free museum where you can discover the history of the sport and houses one of the largest collections of skateboards in the world. It offers two different rooms with plenty of skate ramps and half pipes or U-shaped ramps. More than 300 have passed through its facilities.000 skaters and has been on the cover of the most important skate magazines. At Skatelab you can find who you least expect, as it is a site frequented by celebrities and their children. It is supervised at all times and everyone under 18 must always wear a helmet. It is air-conditioned, has free WiFi access and even has its own brand of children's clothing and equipment, Skatelab Brand.

9. RUSH, UNITED KINGDOM

The skate park Rush is huge. Offer 3.716.12 square meters skateable and you can find some unique and impressive tracks, in addition to having a wonderful and careful aesthetic. This skatepark is made up of 5 different sections: a street area, a park area, a bowl, and another area that consists of a ramp, a foam pool, and a jumping track. It's an amazing park and probably one of the best in the UK. It cannot be missing from this list of skateparks, nor from your agenda if you travel to the United Kingdom.

10. THE PARK GEELONG, AUSTRALIA

The Park Geelong is Australia's only indoor concrete skatepark. It was inaugurated on June 23, 2013 and really has a lot to brag about. Not only is it a skater's paradise, it's also home to Australia's largest vert ramp and the country's only mega ramp. It is definitely the mecca for skateboarding and BMX in Australia. Entry is allowed from 6 years of age and there are special sessions for children who have not yet reached this age. It also has a skate shop where, in addition to selling, it also makes repairs, advises and rents equipment. It is a splendid setting to celebrate special occasions such as a birthday.

This is our list of the top 10 indoor skateparks around the world. From the United Kingdom, through the Netherlands, the United States, Australia... It doesn't matter if you've never been on a skateboard or if you're a professional, if you have the chance, don't hesitate to visit all these parks.

QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS

• WHAT IS AN INDOOR SKATEPARK?

An indoor skatepark is an indoor park where you can practice skateboarding, a perfect alternative for those days when the weather is not good.

• WHAT IS THE LARGEST INDOOR SKATEPARK IN THE WORLD?

The largest indoor skatepark in the world is the skatepark Ramp 1, in London. Its surface measures more than 4645 square meters.

• WHAT WAS VANS' FIRST INDOOR SKATEPARK?

Vans' first indoor skatepark was The Block in California. Opened in 1999 in Orange County, it is a great icon of Southern California. As a hallmark of the firm, it has a floor stamped with its characteristic chessboard.

• WHAT IS THE BEST INDOOR SKATEPARK IN THE NETHERLANDS?

The most important indoor skatepark in the Netherlands is called Area 51 and is located in Eindhoven. It was the old Philips factory has more than 3.000 square meters with different modules to enjoy.

• WHAT IS THE MOST FAMOUS INDOOR SKATEPARK IN AUSTRALIA?

The skatepark The Park Greelong is the only indoor concrete skatepark in Australia and the most famous. It was inaugurated on June 23, 2013 and really has a lot to brag about. It is home to the largest vert ramp in all of Australia and the only Mega ramp in the country. It is definitely the mecca for skateboarding and BMX in Australia.

• WHERE IS THE CREAM CITY SKATEPARK?

The skatepark Cream City can be visited in the state of Wisconsin and is one of the most spectacular and largest skateparks in the world.