
Buy skateboards online in Australia, longboards, cruisers, roller derby and more online at Skate-Parts.Com Marcello 'The Boar' Vercelli grew up in Playa Del Rey, California, the next town over from Venice. At the age of 12, Vercelli was heavily motivated and influence by the Z Boyz. In the late 70's he was skating Marina Del Rey Skate Park down the street from his hosue everyday. No school, just surfing and skating all day long.
Eric 'Froggy' Andersen was the youngest among the second generation Venice Z-Boys. He is remembered as being the organiser of the group, and was accepted as an invaluable member. Froggy competed as one of the top three amatures in the world from 1976-1979, starting at the age of 7. His competitive nature opened the others eyes to the world of competition and allowed them to shine.
Dennis 'Polar Bear' Agnew "was so naturally gifted on a skateboard. When Dennis was in his prime his 'Hand Plants' were legendary. Nobody could extend their body over the coping like him. His Blasted Backside Airs and his Rock & Roll Board Slides were the best... Even by today's standards he was a pioneer.