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Tony Alva is #8 on TWS Most Influential List

Posted May 3, 2013, 2 a.m.
As one of the main catalysts for skateboarding’s second wave via the Z-Boys and Dogtown in the ’70s, Tony Alva introduced charisma, attitude, and superstardom to professional skateboarding, right alongside being credited with the first vertical airs in “action sports.” He was also one of the firsts to own his own company. Deservedly, number 8 on Transworld Skateboarding's list of The 30 Most Influential Skaters Of All Time.
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Tony Alva to Christen Remodeled Santa Monica Vans Store SUNDAY

Posted April 11, 2012, 5 p.m.
Join us at the Newly Renovated Vans Santa Monica this weekend on Sunday, April 15 at 1pm If you haven't been to the Vans Santa Monica store recently, you won't recognize it. One of Vans' earliest stores, the 4th and Broadway location dates back to the early 70s when a young Tony Alva, Stacy Peralta and Wes Humpston stopped by to get their first waffle soles. Join us next Sunday at 1 pm to meet three skateboard legends ...
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New Glen E. Friedman Site with Cab, Alva & Salba photos

Posted Jan. 12, 2012, 7:14 a.m.
Legendary photographer, Glen E. Friedman launched a new website chock full of classic, rare and unseen skate, punk and hip hop photos including some rare gems of Steve Caballero, Tony Alva, Salba and more.
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