Original vintage 1970s photograph taken at the legendary Cherry Hill Skatepark, one of the earliest purpose-built skateparks in the United States and an important hub for East Coast skateboarding during the 1970s. Ray “Bones” Rodriguez is a legendary professional skateboarder, inducted into the Skateboarding Hall of Fame and Museum in 2019. Known as the first member of the original Powell-Peralta Skateboarding Hall of Fame and Museum Bones Brigade in 1978, he pioneered tricks like the aerial tail tap and was a standout pool skater in the late 70s/early. The photo shows two skateboarders standing at the lip of the bowl inside the park. One skater is balanced on his skateboard at the edge of the bowl while another skater stands nearby. Ray “Bones” Rodriguez standing above the bowl. The second skater standing nearby may possibly be Billy Ruff based on facial resemblance, though this identification is not confirmed and is offered only as a possibility for collectors and researchers. Photograph measures approximately 4¾” x 3½”. Original vintage photograph, not a modern reproduction. Please review all photos carefully for condition. Please view pics to get a more accurate idea of item’s condition.

Original vintage 1970s photograph taken at the legendary Cherry Hill Skatepark, one of the earliest purpose-built skateparks in the United States and an important hub for East Coast skateboarding during the 1970s. Ray “Bones” Rodriguez is a legendary professional skateboarder, inducted into the Skateboarding Hall of Fame and Museum in 2019. Known as the first member of the original Powell-Peralta Skateboarding Hall of Fame and Museum Bones Brigade in 1978, he pioneered tricks like the aerial tail tap and was a standout pool skater in the late 70s/early. The photo shows two skateboarders standing at the lip of the bowl inside the park. One skater is balanced on his skateboard at the edge of the bowl while another skater stands nearby. Ray “Bones” Rodriguez standing above the bowl. The second skater standing nearby may possibly be Billy Ruff based on facial resemblance, though this identification is not confirmed and is offered only as a possibility for collectors and researchers. Photograph measures approximately 4¾” x 3½”. Original vintage photograph, not a modern reproduction. Please review all photos carefully for condition. Please view pics to get a more accurate idea of item’s condition.

The product is a vintage framed picture from November 20, 1978 at the Cherry Hill Skatepark featuring Eddie Elguera. This piece of memorabilia captures a moment in skateboarding history and serves as a nostalgic reminder of the outdoor sports and sporting goods culture from that era. Perfect for collectors or enthusiasts of vintage skateboarding photos, this framed picture offers a glimpse into the past and the iconic figures of the skateboarding scene. In 1979, Eddie received the title of U. Amateur Skateboard Association Champion. He then went on to the professional circuit and became Skateboarder of the Year, along with receiving the “Most Spectacular New Maneuver” award for inventing the Elguerial, a skateboard maneuver named after him all within the first year of becoming a professional. The following year, in 1980, Eddie went on to win the 1980 Gold Cup Series of skateboarding and became the World Champion for the second year in a row. Along with two world titles, he has introduced some of the most incredible skateboard maneuvers ever conceived or attempted at that time. In such a short period of time, Eddie became a legend in the sport, respected and admired by the top pros in the industry today. Some of the tricks, which have enabled him to play a major part in skateboarding history, include the Elguerial, the frontside rock-n-roll, the fakie ollie and the frontside invert, which he perfected. He is considered an innovator, legend, mentor, and inspiration to many in the skateboard industry including Tony Hawk, Steve Caballero, Christian Hosoi, and Eric Koston. Now in his 50′s, he still competes around the world in the Legends Division of Skateboarding. Eddie was the creator of one of the greatest gathering of legends called the El Gato Classic, in January of 2015, In 2016 Eddie was inducted into the Skateboard Hall of Fame. Eddie Elguera is a 2-time world champion skateboarder and senior pastor of C3 Church, in the Palm Springs area of Southern California. He is also known by the nickname “El Gato”.

These vintage skateboard wheels from Powell Peralta are a must-have for any collector or shredder. With a classic Rat Bones design and a 60/90A durometer, these wheels provide a smooth ride on any surface. The set includes four wheels and is brand new old stock, never used or modified. Add them to your collection or throw them on your board for a touch of old school style.