# Slithering Skate Ramps The California Skateparks Snake Run Course is Twisty-Turny By Sarah Moore | Published 2012-06-21 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/california-skateparks-snake-run References: [coolhunting](http://www.coolhunting.com/design/california-skateparks-snake-run-woodward.php) & [californiaskateparks](http://californiaskateparks.com/) The [California Skateparks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/25-hour-skatepark) Snake Run course is a [serpent-shaped](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/snakeskin-colorway-3) ramp that was designed to the mimic the schoolyards and dried-up concrete pools found in Southern California that provide for optimal riding conditions to boarders. The course stretches over 1,000 feet in length and is marked by not only peaks and valleys but also by its inclusion of several [quarter pipes and jumps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/skate-story) that are built into the design. Located in Pennsylvania at Camp Woodward, the run mimics the sloping nature of the hills and valleys that it is built on and offers for some show-stopping performances from the expert riders who choose to try it out. It is also quite the ride for those who choose to just cruise down it as the downhill nature of the run would certainly provide for some serious speed as one barrels down the course. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.8/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Sports](https://www.trendhunter.com/sports) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Snake Run Courses:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design and create more serpent-shaped ramp courses that mimic natural landscapes for optimal riding conditions. - **Sloping Skate Ramps:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop skate ramps with inclines and declines that mimic the sloping nature of hills and valleys. - **Downhill Speed Courses:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Design high-speed courses with downhill slopes that provide thrilling experiences for riders. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Skatepark Construction:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Construct skateparks with snake run courses that offer unique and challenging riding experiences. - **Skateboarding Equipment:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Develop specialized skateboarding equipment designed for serpent-shaped ramps and downhill speed courses. - **Extreme Sports Tourism:** Disruptive innovation opportunity: Promote and develop destinations that offer snake run courses and downhill speed experiences to attract extreme sports enthusiasts. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Record-Breaking Skate Megaramps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/red-bulls-building-drop.md) - [Skateable Pyramid Art Installations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/playlab.md) - [Nature-Inspired Rooftop Skateparks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/qingdao-mixc-rooftop-skatepark.md) - [Elevated Urban Skate Venues](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/aan-architects.md) - [Dynamic Skateable Architecture Stores](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/vans-west-end.md) - [Rideable Sandcastle Courses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/rideable-sandcastle-course.md) - [Two-Wheeled Surfing-Inspired Skateboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/surf-skateboard.md) - [Hybridized Electric Longboards](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hybridized-electric-longboards.md) - [Skateboard Youth Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-skate-rising.md)