- Spohn Ranch
Founded by Aaron Spohn in 1993, Spohn Ranch Skateparks was the original builder of the X-Games. [ [http://www.spohnranch.com Official website] ] They've also built ramps and courses for over 100 major action sports events around the world. They also maintain and install the famed
Red Bull Vert Ramp. [ [http://www.skateboardingmagazine.com/blog/2008/02/24/shaqtacular-skateboarding-event/ Skateboarding Magazine] online]Based in Industry, CA; the company now specializes in award-winning municipal skatepark construction. [ [http://www.concretedisciples.com/cd_awards/awards2001.php Concrete Disciples] ] Since 1993, they've built over 425 skateparks around the world.
The only company to offer full service design and construction of both in-ground concrete skateparks and above-ground composite skateparks, Spohn Ranch is often asked to consult with cities before their skatepark master planning begins.
Spohn Ranch, recently acquired Duluth, Minnesota-based TrueRide, manufacturer of wood / composite skatepark ramp systems.
Aaron Spohn continues to be a leader in the field of action sports, speaking around the country [ [http://www.cprs.org/EducationSessions.htm California Park & Recreation Society] - events listing] and publishing articles in Parks & Rec and Landscape Architect magazines. [ [http://www.recmanagement.com/200511gc02.php Recreation Management] ]
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* [http://www.spohnranch.com Spohn Ranch Skateparks]
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