High Street Lows

Walker builds a near-real world by diving into the mind of a burned-out pro skater—grappling with injuries, grief, and the lingering success of a Janoski-like accidental hit shoe. He crafts a cast of fictional pros by borrowing and remixing the most compelling tropes from real-life skaters, blending......more

Having read the previous two titles from Walker, I was pleased to dig into this book on post professional skating life. If you skate and know the industry a bit, Walker’s references will resonate with you. Read if you’re a skater or non skater.......more