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About
SkateVideoSite (SVS) has been the go-to online archive for skateboarding video data since 2003. It hosts a massive, community-maintained database that currently catalogs over 5,686 skateboarding videos spanning decades of the sport's history — from full-length company productions to independent solo parts and promos. Each video entry is richly annotated with skater lineups, filmmakers, companies, runtime, and release date, making it easy to track the career trajectory of any professional or amateur skater. Beyond video, SVS tracks 46,622 music tracks and the artists behind them, giving users the ability to discover what songs appeared in their favorite skate clips. The platform also indexes 22,905 skaters and 6,088 filmmakers, serving as an invaluable resource for anyone researching skate culture, history, or industry connections. Search and discovery tools include categories, tags, song and artist lookups, location data, and usage statistics. Whether you're a filmmaker looking for inspiration, a skater researching career highlights, or a fan trying to identify a song from a classic video, SkateVideoSite provides an unmatched depth of data. The site is free to use and regularly updated with newly released videos and parts.
Key Features
- Comprehensive Video Archive: Over 5,686 catalogued skateboarding videos including full-lengths, solo parts, promos, and independent films with detailed metadata.
- Skater & Filmmaker Database: Profiles for 22,905 skaters and 6,088 filmmakers with cross-referenced video appearances to track career histories.
- Music & Soundtrack Tracking: 46,622 music tracks indexed by artist and video appearance, making it easy to identify songs from any skate clip.
- Company & Brand Index: 1,283 skateboard companies catalogued with their associated videos, enabling exploration by brand and team history.
- Tags, Locations & Stats: Advanced filtering by 256 tags, filming locations, and site-wide statistics for deep discovery and research.
Use Cases
- Skaters researching the filmography and career history of their favorite professional skaters
- Music fans and skaters identifying songs and artists featured in classic or recent skate videos
- Filmmakers and brands reviewing how competing companies structure and release their video content
- Journalists and historians documenting the evolution of skateboarding video culture over the decades
- Fans browsing newly released skate videos, promos, and solo parts from top brands and independent filmmakers
Pros
- Unmatched Historical Depth: Active since 2003 with decades of skateboarding video history archived in one searchable database.
- Completely Free to Use: No paywalls or subscription tiers — all video data, skater profiles, and music information is freely accessible.
- Regularly Updated: New videos, parts, and promos are added frequently, keeping the archive current with the latest releases.
Cons
- No Native Video Playback: SVS is a data archive, not a video hosting platform — users must go to external sources to watch the actual videos.
- Niche Audience: The platform is exclusively focused on skateboarding, limiting its appeal to those outside the skate community.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is SkateVideoSite?
SkateVideoSite (SVS) is a free online archive and database dedicated to skateboarding videos, music, skaters, filmmakers, and companies. It has been tracking skate video data since 2003.
Can I watch videos directly on SkateVideoSite?
SVS is primarily a data archive and index. While it catalogs video metadata in detail, playback typically links out to external hosting platforms.
How do I find the music from a skateboarding video?
SVS indexes over 46,622 tracks by song title and artist, linked to the videos they appear in. You can browse via the Songs and Artists sections.
Is SkateVideoSite free to use?
Yes, SkateVideoSite is completely free. There are no subscription plans or paywalls — all data is openly accessible.
How often is new content added?
The archive is updated regularly. New videos, solo parts, and promos are typically added within days of their public release.
