Skateboard
Category
Toys
Date
circa 1990
Materials
Wood, metal, plastic and paper
Measurements
740 mm (approx. length); 190 mm (width); 130 mm (approx. height)
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Sudbury Hall Museum of Childhood, Derbyshire
NT 663078
Summary
A very well-used skateboard made of wood with plastic wheels (circa 1990). The main piece is made of wood which is shaped to curve upwards at each end and is covered with black emery paper as an aid to keeping the boarder in place whilst riding. Underneath are two sets of metal axles with grey plastic wheels which are attached to the board with nuts, bolts and green plastic washers. One nut and bolt is missing. Moulded on each axle is 'VENTURE' and on the underside of the wood is 'BIG SPIN' printed in black in 'graffiti' style.