A beautiful photo-and-text tribute to the unique creativity, athleticism, and—most of all—community that develops at the skatepark. Through life events fromincarceration to parenthood, gender transition to cross-country moves, the skatepark remains central to people's relationships and sense of self. Based primarily atPortland's Pier Park, author Per Bjesseshares profiles of fellow skaters and community characters, paired with intimate, reflective, anddynamic photographs of skaters at rest and in action. Photography lovers, bowl lurkers, skaters of all abilities, and anyone who's ever skinned their palms will appreciate thispowerful glimpse at the relationships built through shared commitment to this rebellious sport and outsider art form.