UNITED STATES
Alex Sams
Athlete Street Freeride
Name: Alex Sams
Date of birth: March 15, 1989
Current Location: Seattle, Washington
Skating Since: 2001ish
Current Skate Setup: BLANK SK, w/ my sig dealwithit wheels, TNEC MK frames
Explain the feeling you had the first time you put on skates.
Endless possibilities. Feeling like I can do anything if I truly believe & work hard on it. A freedom I had never experienced before & stuck with me to this day.
What is your inspiration to keep skating?
Trying to create meaningful video parts and push myself with my friends. Watching them constantly progress inspires me to do the same. Pushing myself to my limits to truly feel alive & the feeling of self accomplishment/overcoming fear is a beautiful thing.
We truly believe skating makes a better world. How do you think skating makes the world a better place?
Skating is a beautiful & positive artistic outlet to express yourself. We are lucky to have a passion that brings so much joy and meaning to our lives. Also, having a small community where you feel you belong is amazing & important.
How do you keep progressing and reinventing yourself?
Constantly trying to overcome fears & pushing myself. Trying to push myself more with each video part & make it unique.
What’s the most helpful tip you want to share with any skater?
Don't worry so much about what other people think & do not compare yourself. Remember why you do this & stay true to yourself.
Imagine a world filled with animals who can skate. If you could be any of those animals what would you be and why?
hmm.. maybe a dog or a cat. cats can do anything...
Instagram: @thealextothesams89