63-Year-Old Female Skateboarding Pioneer Breaking Barriers & Going FAST! | Judi Oyama

Meet Judi Oyama, a 63-year-old skateboarder who has been ripping the streets and skateparks for decades. As a pioneer of the sport, Judi was there for the inception of Independent Trucks and helped recruit many notable names to the Santa Cruz Skateboards team. But Judi’s love for skateboarding doesn’t stop there. To this day, she still competes in slalom competitions, and is even a member of the US Slalom Skateboarding team. In addition, Judi holds onto a treasure trove of skateboarding memorabilia, including rare boards, vintage magazines, and more. Join us as we dive into the inspiring story of this skateboarding legend and learn how she continues to push the limits and break barriers in the world of skateboarding, while preserving its rich history for future generations to enjoy. 00:00 Introduction 00:33 Meet Judi 00:51 Judi’s Background 01:25 Growing Up in Santa Cruz 01:36 Minna Sighting! 01:47 Judi’s First Skateboard made by her Brother 01:59 Santa Cruz