“Back Sov”
May 16, 2022
Location
- 3301 Fairmont Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ
- Built on a rundown basketball court (still has a hoop there so sometimes people will be trying to ball in the middle of the park)
- Has lights
- Stays open 24/7
Community
- Is community-built (including contributions by local artists)
- Attracts more experienced skaters
- Struggles with trash cleanup
- There are more locals and less crowds
Style
- Does not have a helmet/pads requirement
- Includes a variety of obstacles for all types of skate styles
- Includes a bank
- Includes grind boxes and ramps
Skaters Talk
- “I like sov better because it’s way more relaxed and the people that skate there are so much better in quality and skill.” –Will Robertson, 16
- “Definitely Sov over Ocean City. Just because they don’t make you wear pads and helmets, and there’s just more to do there.” –Shaun Moya, 16
- “I prefer Sov just because there’s less rules and regulations, also the fact that it’s in an open space that “never closes” makes it pretty accessible for people who want to skate after work. Also the fact that it’s by the water makes it pretty relaxing especially during a sunset.” –Jeff Mendez, 28
