Innovations
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| 1969 | Full Name | Achievement | |
| 1969 | Birth Date | Achievement | |
| 1980 | Birth Place | Achievement | |
| 1980 | Nationality | Achievement | |
| 1980 | Physical Stats | Achievement | |
| 1980 | Active Years | Achievement |
Frankie Hill Full Name Frankie Hill Birth Date 1969 (some sources cite 1973) Birth Place United States Nationality American Physical Stats Height: Not widely documented Stance: Regular (left foot forward) Active Years 1980s–1990s (professional career) Current Status Former professional skateboarder, skateboarding...
Riding for the iconic Powell Peralta team during its heyday, Hill became famous for his fearless approach to enormous obstacles. His video parts in Powell Peralta's "Public Domain" (1988) and "Ban This" (1989) are considered some of the most influential in skateboarding history, inspiring...
His career demonstrates that influence and legacy in skateboarding aren't measured by years in the spotlight but by the impact of the skating itself. The massive gaps and handrails he skated in the late 1980s established the template for modern street skateboarding, making him one of the...
His style may not have been the most refined or technically perfect, but it represented something more important in skateboarding: the courage to push boundaries and attempt what others considered impossible. The "Ban This" video part demonstrates what his style could achieve—historic...
He represents the skater who achieved greatness without seeking celebrity, who changed skateboarding forever while remaining humble and private. The contrast between his historic, fearless skating and his quiet, unassuming personality makes him a unique figure in skateboarding history.
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— Early Life and Background
(1988) Hill's first major video part established his reputation: - Featured in Powell Peralta's
— Career Chronology
- Showcased fearless approach to gaps and rails - Introduced Hill's style to global audience - Set stage for even more influential follow-up ## The
— Career Chronology
Video Part (1989) Hill's part in
— Career Chronology
became legendary: - **One of the most influential video parts in skateboarding history** - Showcased massive gaps that were unprecedented - Handrail tricks that pushed boundaries - Inspired an entire generation of skaters ### Specific Trick Highlights Historic tricks from the
— Career Chronology
| Year | Title | Role/Impact | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1969 | Full Name | Achievement | |
| 1969 | Birth Date | Achievement | |
| 1980 | Birth Place | Achievement | |
| 1980 | Nationality | Achievement | |
| 1980 | Physical Stats | Achievement | |
| 1980 | Active Years | Achievement |