During the late ’70s through the earliest of ’80s, Tacoma Washington’s “Metal Mark” Holt was a force to be reckoned as one of the best (if not thee best) skaters from the area. Considered the kid to beat in early street and vert contests, his big bag of tricks and effortless style led to numerous…

Steve “Swervo” Betten is an absolute skate soldier. Hailing from Washington State’s capitol, he’s fought through local ridicule, poverty, even death. Skateboarding (and punk rock) was/is his sword and armor that empowered him to thrash his way through what you’d call an exceptionally radical life. This interview shares intimate stories of his long journey from…