New Places to Skate in 2010

The Way Skatepark

The skatepark that used to sit at the Grove City Nazarene Church is no longer there for 2010, but that doesn’t mean that the ramps are gone. A Church in Ashville OH, which is just south of Columbus, recently acquired the ramps for use in a new skatepark. The new park called “The Way” is on the west side of Ashville at 269 W. Main Street, and the previously used ramps will be combined with new ramps for a larger, indoor park. The park is now open. www.thewayskatepark.org

The Spot Skatepark

This new park, which is first intended for the youth at Vineyard Church of Columbus, is under construction on the second floor of the east end of the Church building. This indoor park has several three to four foot quarterpipes, rails and launch boxes. The Church has yet to determine how the park will ultimately be used, but if there is enough support, there may be the option of opening the park for events during the week. Many of the ramps and materials were obtained from The Cellar skatepark in Dayton, who’s operators were generous enough to donate them. This park is still under construction, but should be finished sometime early in 2010.

Bakerized Skate Shop

Sam Baker recently opened up shop near the flow skatepark on the city’s east side. The shop carries everything you could need to skate, including rollerblade and skateboard items. There is also a practice area set up in the back of the shop. Check with someone at the shop to see if the area is available to skate, and for pricing. Bakerized