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The Brooklyn Blade and Quad Competitions
This year the annual Brooklyn Blade and Quad competitions, two contests that have become coveted in our East Coast skate community, are returning for the fourth time around.
The event that started it all at Sarges skatepark in 2022 has since grown. This year, the contest will take place at Ocean Hill skatepark for the second consecutive time. Not only do tri-state area skaters look forward to this contest each year, but folks from across the country and beyond often travel into New York City to compete as well.
Looking back at 2024
This year's competitions are right around the corner. Let's take a chance to reminisce on the past and get pumped for the weekend!
The Firecracker
"The obstacle was just something different to throw in the mix. I had seen it around in other edits and clips, so I wanted NY to have one."
Francisco Herrera of
The Subawu Adventures | @subawu_adventures
Favorite Trick on the box?
"Either 360 soul or true makio."
Zack | @zacksavageee
What was the best part about the competitions in 2024?
"That I get to see everyone all at the same session which is rare."
Andy | @crxck_kills
"The best part of these events is the community - the energy of quad skaters getting together and celebrating each other is wonderful to witness, and when people push themselves outside of their comfort zones because of the energy and land new tricks it's incredible."
Silvia | @silvkam
"Best part of 2024 comp was finishing the box in time to have everyone go crazy and enjoy it. To me, it's always about having the most fun and bringing everyone together."
Francisco Herrera of
The Subawu Adventures | @subawu_adventures
"The best part was skating around NYC with friends from all over the world! We hit up LES the night before the competition, skated on the L train to get to Ocean Hill, and biked over the Brooklyn Bridge with our skates in baskets to skate Dumbo the next night."
Clara | @juicyjay2k
"Competing and winning alongside my friends and skate fam."
Q | @lady_blader
"The best part about Brooklyn Quad Comp 2024 is getting to see so many skaters (local and visitors!!) ripping in so many different styles!!!"
Jess | @sk8ssica
"Getting to shred and vibe with all the homies from all over!"
Zack | @zacksavageee
"To be able to find skaters of different levels and styles in one place. Enjoy the united community in the same space."
Moonsunwitch | @moonsunwitch_
What is judging a competition like?
"I always get a little nervous at first because of the skill and talent that is about to unfold and I’m scared I’m going to miss something amazing. But, that’s why there are multiple judges. I love being able to keep an unbiased mindset and see skaters evolve throughout their runs."
Stevi | @stevie_without_the_e
Yerrr...
Words from the Man
What does organizing the Brooklyn Competitions mean to you?
It means the world that I can bring both communities together (Quad & Blades) to enjoy a day of comradery, friendship and enjoy the wheels that keep us free.
Describe a highlight from 2024.
Too many highlights - but, one of the best memories is at the after party where I get to reward the skaters for all the hard work they put in during the day.
What does organizing the contest look like?
The BBC organizing process is pretty simple: provide a space and activities that are appropriate for both communities to thrive and excel at their fullest capacity while enjoying themselves in the process. (The individual details are too many to name!)
What is your hope for the future of Brooklyn Blade competitions?
My hopes are to create different and relevant activities every year.
- Frederick BBC Organizer.
What was your individual highlight from the Competition?
Find out who said what below
Making it to the finals and landing something I never tried before as my last trick. The vibe was high and felt amazing!
Caro | @986_____
Everyone being hype for tricks and seeing all the different types of skating come together
Cody | @fourst4r
I skated pretty consistently all day and laced almost everything I wanted to try! Ended up with 2nd for the day🤘🏼🕺🏼
Zack | @zacksavageee
Landing a 50/50 and Silvia being happy for me
Erica | @r0llerican
The last round was so fun and exciting. I loved watching amazing athletes from all over the US skate this down drop rail!
Q | @lady_blader
I hit my first ever down rail at Brooklyn Quad Comp 2024; and then I hit it like 5 more times! and I was never seen hitting a down rail again hahaha
Clara | @juicyjay2k
Where did you travel from?
Spain to Brooklyn to Colorado
Q | @lady_blader
South Carolina
Cody Forrester | @fourst4r
Bogotá, Colombia
Moonsunwitch | @moonsunwitch_
Portland, Oregon
Zack | @zacksavageee
Describe the Brooklyn Blade and Quad Competition in three words...
Epic Love Fest
Clara | @juicyjay2k
Hot, Sweaty and Fun
Cody | @fourst4r
Engaging, Lighthearted and Exciting
Christian | @christian_quadskatezz
Fun, Creative, Competitive
Moonsunwitch | @moonsunwitch_
Joy, Community and Vibes
Caro | @986_____
Fun! Exciting! Inspiring!
Erica | @r0llerican
Amazing, Frustrating and Exhausting
Andy | @crxck_kills
Supportive, Fun, and Exciting
Jess | @sk8ssica
Exciting, Stunts, Community
Q | @lady_blader
Describe Ocean Hill Skatepark
Words from...
Stevi
Has the perfect mix of street and transition. I love the mix of obstacles for all levels. The park has amazing flow for a competition setting. I’m super excited to see what skaters are going to do this year.
Moonsunwitch
A park with different heights and levels, where creativity had to be present, the level of difficulty of the obstacles was perfect.
Jess
I would say it’s got an open layout with something for everyone to skate! There’s bank to ledge, out ledge, regular ledge, a-frame, a-frame with a gap, a bunch of quarters, and a flat round rail (that i can remember) and I cant wait to skate it again this year.
Clara
Ocean Hill is SMOOTH, flowy, and my ideal mix of street features and transition.
Erica
Great park for a competition.
Thanks for reminiscing with us!
07.26.2025
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