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The architecture and history of LA’s skateable beachfront

Jason Weisberger
Feb 17, 2026
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Skateboarder Ted Barrow takes a look at the yesterday and today of Los Angeles’ famous beachfront skate spots, from the Santa Monica Pier to the Venice Pavilion.

Whether you grew up watching skate movies or in West Los Angeles, the skate spots along Santa Monica and Venice Beach are iconic. The fantastic footage of the Venice Pavilion and the tour of lon…

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