Tony Hawk Is Auctioning His Gear And Board He Used When He Did An Iconic Trick

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By the end of the 1990s, the X Games had solidified its status as a hub for extreme sports competitions. It was during this time that Tony Hawk made history by successfully completing the 900 flip—a two-and-a-half twist aerial spin—after ten unsuccessful attempts. This groundbreaking moment transformed skateboarding and paved the way for his popular video game series. Now, a fortunate fan has the opportunity to own the equipment and board that Hawk used to perform this trick at X Games ’99.

Known as the “900 collection,” this set includes more than just the Birdhouse Falcon 2 skateboard; it also encompasses the accompanying shoes, knee pads, and even Hawk’s qualifications for the performance.

As a passionate gamer, I can relate to the significance of defining moments in any field. For skateboarding, that breakthrough instant was on June 27, 1999, courtesy of the one and only pioneer of modern vertical skateboarding, Tony Hawk. The folks at Julien’s Auctions had this to say about it: “This isn’t just any deck; it’s the Birdhouse Falcon 2, equipped with Fury brand trucks and unbranded wheels, that Tony Hawk graced during his iconic act at the 1999 X Games in San Francisco. This board carried him to legend.

1. Estimates suggest that the skate deck on its own could generate earnings between $500,000 and $700,000.

2. Hawk’s signed black Mosa Sports brand helmet, which he wore, is anticipated to be the second-highest earning item at $5,000-$7,000.

3. A share of all the earnings from this sale will be donated to The Skatepark Project.

wait for the release of Tony Hawk’s Pro Skater 3 + 4 on July 11. This game is set to launch on contemporary gaming platforms and will also be accessible through Game Pass.

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2025-06-30 18:09