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Skatestopper is a [[brand-name]] of skate-deterrent device emplaced on [[urban]] terrain features such as benches and handrails |
Skatestopper is a [[brand-name]] of skate-deterrent device emplaced on [[urban]] terrain features such as benches and handrails to discourage [[skating]] on the surface where the devices have been installed. The name Skatestopper is a [[registered trademark]] of Intellicept of [[El Cajon, California]], [[USA]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Skate Deterrent System|url=http://www.schoolconstructionnews.com/products/maintenance-operations-equipmentservices/skate-deterrent-system|accessdate=29 April 2012}}</ref> Over one-million Skatestoppers have been installed worldwide at over 10,000 locations. <ref>{{cite web|title=Skatestoppers|url=http://skatestoppers.com/index.html|accessdate=29 April 2012}}</ref> Skatestoppers are designed to be used in conjunction with [[warning signs]] and are not intended to eliminate the sport of [[skateboarding]], [[rollerblading]], or [[in-line scooting]].<ref>{{cite web|title=Skate Stoppers Can Save You Money|url=http://www.sinoconcept.com/2012/04/10/buy-skate-stoppers-factory/|accessdate=29 Aril 2012}}</ref> In some circles of [[skateboarding culture]], Skatestopper has become a [[genericized trademark]] referring to any purpousely-installed device designed to discourage [[skateboarding]]. |
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Revision as of 12:11, 29 April 2012
Skatestopper is a brand-name of skate-deterrent device emplaced on urban terrain features such as benches and handrails to discourage skating on the surface where the devices have been installed. The name Skatestopper is a registered trademark of Intellicept of El Cajon, California, USA.[1] Over one-million Skatestoppers have been installed worldwide at over 10,000 locations. [2] Skatestoppers are designed to be used in conjunction with warning signs and are not intended to eliminate the sport of skateboarding, rollerblading, or in-line scooting.[3] In some circles of skateboarding culture, Skatestopper has become a genericized trademark referring to any purpousely-installed device designed to discourage skateboarding.
Necessity
Property owners may install Skatestopers to prevent property damage resulting from skateboarders grininding on curbs, benches, and ledges.
Positive Reception
Skatestoppers can reduce costly repair costs incurred by property owners. Repair costs resulting from skateboarding damage can sometimes reach tens-of-thousands of dollars.[4]
Criticism
Skatestoppers have been described as a mantrap by some skateboarders. A skateboarder attempting to skate on a surface where Skatestoppers have been installed face a greater risk of injury than skating on a surface unencumbered by Skatestoppers, or may find skateboarding impossible. Skatestoppers are sometimes installed at previously unencumbered skate spots where skateboarders may be unaware of the presence of the devices, resulting in bodily injury. The validity of any claimed hazard may be contentious, as Skatestoppers are not intended to be installed without signage alerting skaters to the presence of these deterrents.
Competition
Companies which produce a competing skate-deterrent device include GrinderMinders[5] and Stopagrind[6] .
References
- ^ "Skate Deterrent System". Retrieved 29 April 2012.
- ^ "Skatestoppers". Retrieved 29 April 2012.
- ^ "Skate Stoppers Can Save You Money". Retrieved 29 Aril 2012.
{{cite web}}: Check date values in:|accessdate=(help) - ^ "Skate Stoppers Can Save You Money". Retrieved 29 April 2012.
- ^ "Grind to a Halt". Retrieved 29 April 2012.
- ^ Stopagrind Skateboard Deterrents http://www.stopagrind.com/. Retrieved 29 April 2012.
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