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. Number 8 on our list of The 30 Most Influential Skaters Of All Time.
Interview by Skin Phillips, edited by Cameron Holland
