Posting this as we're always promoting and hyping up the real, skater-owned shops. This culture does not work without them. If you're not supporting core shops, you're not doing it right. So get familiar with Marriage Skateshop in Echo Park if you're not already. After you've hung out, do check out the Pioneer Chicken curb across the street made famous by Rudy Johnson in Video Days.
From AD: "To celebrate the city of Los Angeles in the wake of last year's devastating fires, AD asked a group of iconic Angelenos to share their favorite local places. This is Megan Stalter's love letter to LA. The comedian steps inside Marriage Skate Shop, the creative, community-driven space founded by Kat Typaldos and Ronnie Campone. Blending independent skate culture, local art, and animal rescue advocacy, the Los Angeles shop hosts adoption events and showcases hand-painted boards and collaborations with local artists. Megan celebrates how small businesses like this help rebuild community and keep LA’s creative spirit alive."
