Sal Barbier facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sal Barbier
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Salvador Lucas Barbier
July 12, 1969 Baton Rouge, Louisiana, U.S.
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Salvador Lucas Barbier, often called SLB, was born on July 12, 1969. He is an American designer and creative director. He is well-known for his amazing and groundbreaking career as a professional skateboarder.
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Early Life of SLB
Salvador grew up in Baton Rouge, Louisiana, in the United States.
Skateboarding Career Highlights
Salvador Barbier was a true pioneer in the world of skateboarding. He helped create the idea of "signature" skate shoes. These are special shoes designed by a pro skater and named after them.
Designing Iconic Skate Shoes
Barbier designed the famous Etnies SLB 23 shoe. This shoe, first released in 1993, is considered one of the most iconic skate shoes ever made. People loved it so much that it has been re-released many times. Salvador also designed the MID and 97 editions for ES Footwear. His ideas helped change how modern skateboarding shoes look and perform. These shoes also set the standard for how professional skateboarders get deals to promote footwear brands.
SLB's Pro Skateboarding Moves
As a professional skateboarder, Sal was one of the first six members of the original Plan B team. One of his most famous tricks is the "Sal Flip." This trick is still a big part of skateboarding culture today. You can even find it in popular skateboarding video games, how-to guides, and training apps.
Salvador was also the first pro skateboarder to do two amazing tricks:
- A kickflip to board slide on a handrail.
- A front side big spin on a handrail.
His incredible skills were shown in the classic 1989 skate video Hokus Pokus.
Leading Skate Companies
Barbier started and led several skateboarding companies that were very important in the 1990s. These companies still influence many brands today. As a creative director, Sal continues to work with Aesthetics Skateboards, which makes limited-edition skateboards, and on special projects with other brands.
Featured in Skate Videos
Salvador Barbier has been featured in many popular skateboarding videos over the years. These videos show his amazing skills and tricks.
- 1989: Hokus Pokus - H-Street Skateboards
- 1991: This Is Not The New H-Street Video - H-Street Skateboards
- 1991: Schlossbach - Turn The Other Cheek
- 1991: Frontline Video - Quiet Storm
- 1992: Questionable - Plan B Skateboards
- 1993: Virtual Reality - Plan B Skateboards - This video was dedicated to Salvador Lucas Barbier.
- 1994: Second Hand Smoke - Plan B Skateboards
- 1996: Eastern Exposure Zero - Dan Wolfe
- 2019: Boys Of Summer 2 - Logan Lara
