Thrasher Magazine

Too many shredders? Glaring omissions? Looming conspiracies? All part of the SOTY experience! One thing’s for sure – the dudes on this list all kicked skateboarding’s ass in 2017. Read the stats, watch the videos and cast your vote who YOU think should get the little man in shorts. Congrats to all our contenders and everyone who ripped this year!

Barging doubles at a spot that’s barely wide enough for one, GT and Omar handle biz where few others would stand a chance while on Volcom's RV Rampage tour.

Louie's West End part was an absolute barn burner! Check the photos and read the words from the man himself. Hey, he's buddies with Keanu Reeves! He's worth listening to!

Atiba sits down with Kader and talks about juggling, sacking rails, Willy Santos and getting texts from Andrew Reynolds at school. This kid rules.

Paola gets stuffed after she takes a harsh rollercoaster ride.

Justin is a special talent and there will be lots more from him in the years to come. Quick feet, cat-like reflexes, and board control up the wazoo, he makes everything happen so fast.

Evan Hay, Dylan Barnes and Justin David put it down from Canada to the bricks of Britain.

Samarria went hard as hell as enjoi's mystery guest on King of the Road last year. Her hard work didn't go unnoticed. Welcome to the panda posse, Samarria. Now go get weird!

They can kickflip, handplant and switch back tail better than the rest of us, but can they select the perfect SOTY? Check out who the pros want to win the only award that matters!