Steve Alba

About

Skateboarder who primarily helped expand the style of vert skateboarding. His sponsors have included G&S, Alva, Independent trucks, Santa Cruz, Spitfire wheels, Hurley, and Vans. 

Before Fame

He started skateboarding in the third grade. He would quickly expand to win the very first pool contest held at Spring Valley in 1978. He would continue winning contests, including the last in a series at Big-O skatepark in Orange County. 

Trivia

His pro model board for Kryptonics would become the best selling board throughout the late 1970s. He is also an artist and musician. 

Family Life

He is married with two kids. He can often be seen skating with his sons. 

Associated With

Through his sponsorships, he has ridden for the same teams as Duane Peters, Tony Alva, Tony Hawk, and Stacy Peralta.