SkaterTube

I broke my skateboard in half to avoid paying $89 to Spirit Airlines *viral tiktok video*

Shaun Hover10 skaters recommend it · 10 mentions, 2023 to 2026
YouTube
314K views · 4 years ago · Other

Pro skater Shaun Hover stomps his deck in half at a Spirit Airlines gate in 2022 so it fits carry-on size and avoids an $89 fee. The 35 second clip went viral on TikTok.

Why skaters like it

Gets posted as a joke answer in threads about flying with a skateboard and carry-on fees. Skaters link it whenever airline rules come up.

“Just an FYI there is a very small chance you will be faced with this decision”

u/koalacrime

What skaters said on Reddit

u/_DontYouLaugh2023 · 19 points

Just gonna leave this [VIDEO] here.

u/Ciggy_snacks2023 · 7 points

Spirit might have something to say [VIDEO]

u/masapong2024 · 3 points

Reminds me of this guy [VIDEO]

u/koalacrime2026 · 1 points

Just an FYI there is a very small chance you will be faced with this decision [VIDEO]

u/scormegatron2023 · 1 points

It will pass the carry-on test if you follow the focus procedure. [VIDEO]

u/iMadrid112023 · 1 points

As long as you don’t fly Spirit airlines you’ll be fine. [VIDEO]

Skaters also recommend