TL;DR
- The skateboard Tony Hawk used to land his legendary “900” trick in the 1999 X Games sold at auction for US$1,152,000.
- The board is a Birdhouse “Falcon 2” deck and was paired with memorabilia like his helmet, pads, sneakers, and more in the same auction.
- A portion of the proceeds will benefit The Skatepark Project, Hawk’s nonprofit that funds skateparks in underserved communities.
What was sold — and why it’s monumental?
On September 23, 2025, Julien’s Auctions in Los Angeles sold the historic skateboard for $1,152,000 USD. This is the same deck Hawk used when he first landed the “900” trick during the 1999 X Games in San Francisco.
The “900” is a two-and-a-half revolution aerial spin (i.e. 900°), a move that had eluded skateboarders for years before Hawk successfully landed it. Because of its direct tie to that moment—widely viewed as a defining moment in skateboarding’s cultural rise—the board carries immense symbolic power.
Julien’s also auctioned related items from that same day: Hawk’s helmet, knee pads, shoes, and credential passes.
What makes this sale so significant?
1. Historic sports memorabilia rarely hits this level
While athletic memorabilia (jerseys, bats, trophies) occasionally command high prices, a skateboard tied to an iconic trick reaching seven figures is rare.
2. Emotional and cultural resonance
For many, Hawk’s 900 was more than just a trick — it symbolized persistence, risk, and the breaking of perceived limits in skate culture. Owning the board means owning a piece of that narrative.
3. Supporting skateboarding’s future
Tony Hawk has designated that part of the proceeds will go to The Skatepark Project (TSP), his nonprofit established to help build public skateparks in under-resourced communities. Through TSP, millions of dollars have been granted for public park infrastructure across the U.S.
4. Record-setting in its niche
The sale surpasses many high-end sports auctions in skateboarding’s niche market. It sets a new benchmark for what skate memorabilia can be valued at — especially when linked to a pivotal moment.
What Hawk said and hopes for the buyer
Hawk expressed that he hopes the buyer is someone “who truly appreciates it”, someone connected to skateboarding’s heritage rather than a speculator. He also acknowledged that in 1999, the board was just a tool — inexpensive and functional — but now carries cultural weight he never anticipated.
This sale isn’t just about price tags — it’s a reminder that moments (and the objects tied to them) can transcend sport and become part of our cultural memory.
