Jan 26, 2008
Buck Smith's 40th Bday At Kona Recap!

About 200 people showed up Saturday afternoon at Kona Skatepark to help bring in Buck Smith's 40th Birthday. He was genuinely surprised and clueless to the party that had been planned by his wife and mom. Oversized versions of all his board graphics, magazine ads and classic pics were on display throughout the skatepark. It was like walking through a history of skateboarding past and present. A documentary film w as put together by long time friend and skater, Jamie Stowers (better known as Big Jim). He interviewed several of Buck's closest friends and family members and mixed it up with classic footage spanning the entirety of Buck's skateboarding life. It was followed by 3 punk bands: Slumpbuster, The Ruins and The Worst. Classic times with classic punk rock.

Buck Smith with filmer/editor Big Jim.

Skateboarder Mag's Roger Harrell with son Justice.

Buck had been skating all day at some private backyard pools before arriving at his surprise party. He spent most of the evening mixing it up with all his friends.

Buck with longtime friend and skatepark owner Marty Ramos.

Mike Peterson was there too.

Florida skaters! Head over to Jacksonville tomorrow to skate the legendary Kona Skatepark for free all day in celebration of the legendary Buck Smith's 40th birthday! Seriously kids, for those that don't know: Buck has been holding it down in skateboarding for over 30 years! Just check out that Backside Wallride on the flyer below -- age 10! Know your roots!

Click on the flyer below to go to Kona's official website!