So I built a “proper” mini that’s 28”x6x21 but I want to build a super mini like 18” tall by 4’ with a 5’ transition that is in three pieces with casters (the current ramp is permanent but my wife still needs to fit a car in the garage.) so I can move it around.

I want this is to be really as cheap as I can make it (my optimistic goal is $50-$75) I have a bunch of leftover wood from a deck build and found some schedule 40 on Facebook super cheap. Rest of the wood I plan to try to source for free/cheap.

Has anyone tried using 3/4” OBS on the sides, and two layers of 7/16” verses me putting ply then hardboard over it?

Anyone get real crazy and use pallets in some meaningful way?

This has been a dream for me. Thanks to everyone who gave advice on leveling, the works. If Y’all are up in WA state, hit me up.

I have fond memories of the YMCA skatepark in Encinitas (Magdalena Ecke Family YMCA Skate Park). When I was going there it was before all the major changes. I was in the first year of San Dieguito Academy and I had skate PE via the Y. So, that must have been 96ish? That time and before is the era I'm looking for. I'm curious if anyone has any footage or a link to some photos for the memories. I'm also curious if the layout is actually how I remember it. I spent most of my time on the miniramp. I asked some friends what size it was and everyone gave me a different heights haha. Got any leads!? We didn't have cameras with us at all times back then - but surely there's some documentation that isn't just all about the vert ramp.

Rainy day at fdr. The ramp was the only dry thing and it’s kinda scary

Built this with some friends a little over a month ago. Havent had a lot of time to to skate it because of life, but managed to get some progression last night and I'm pretty stoked.

It's been a struggle for me trying to figure out axle stalls/50-50s, but finally got it.

I’m exploring mini ramp options and I have a space in my back yard that’s 14.5’ wide and 24’ long. Can I go 12’ wide and have enough room to easily get around the patio? My heart says yes, but my head thinks 8’ would be more realistic.

My first ever mini ramp build!

Sorry for the lack of updates. There wasn’t a ton to show yet. Big Wave Dave is plodding along (named after the OG Dave Peterson who adopted my first mini ramp and saved it for years, what up Dave!)

I dug 6 footings, filled in the rest with free pavers, waterproofed what I could with free paint and caulk, got the coping close, but I’ll have to shim it to get it perfect. The pool coping blocks for the extension are out of their bath and will get laquered this weekend. The underlayment layers are next, decks and gator skins. More updates to come!

Fun solo session at this mini.

looking to make it weather resistant currently I use a tarp to keep it dry but it’s a pain taking it on and off and securing it. Just want to do some stain so it lasts a little longer. main concern is not slipping a lot

More progress on the “wave” ramp. The compound curve required scoring the plywood, and then filling the cracks with thickened epoxy. 6’ radius on the left and a 7’ radius on the right, tightening up to a 5’ radius breaking wave. The ramp is pitched slightly to shed water, and so it goes downhill into that pitched wave section.

It’s been so hot here (Ithaca NY) that I can only work a couple hours in the morning. But it’s getting there.

3.5x16x7 radius backyard mini ramp. Lady skater here of 25 years. So excited!

Got a ramp from someone who no longer needed it (had to take it apart and move it as part of the deal) ramp had an extension which I removed to have a an even 12w 4’H ramp. Coping notches are not consistent throughout the segments and looking for some pointers on how to get them that way.

Also had to replace some of the 2x4’s (ribs) along the way. Any advice on reinforcing the sides of the radius cuts as well??? No carpenter here, but doing my best.

Hey guys,

Just curious if someone has cut their radius using a circular saw on a pivot? Ive done this once in the past for another project using a strip of 3/4" plywood and it wasn't bad. Anyone done this?

Seems like after drawing your radius, you could fasten your pivot in the same manner and zip out the transitions pretty quick and consistently.

39”x12’x24’ 6’ transitions, 54” extension with homemade pool coping, 2” black pipe for the rest.

PT 3/4” for transitions, PT studs for any direct ground or rain contact.

I’m in the PNW, and I’d like for this to be around for a while. it’s going up on stacked pavers next to the shed.

what I’ve done: painted all of the edges of ply, most of the cut edges of 2x4’s (forgot)

I have 5 gallons of free ext paint that I am rolling/spaying on to every underlayment sheet of 3/8” cdx. I’m using gatorskins for the ride surface.

I’m leaning toward laying the gators diagonally for noise reduction, does this work to eliminate the thunkthunk noise? Any other noise reduction tips?

thanks!

I was debating on building a ramp of the same dimensions because it'd fit great in the garage. I don't really have a ton experience with transition or miniramps, outside of some obnoxious qps at my local. So I see it as a learning opportunity. But my only hesitation is if it would actually be a good way to learn some rock-n-rolls, slashers, stalls, maybe disasters? Or would I be better off saving time and money with a 2' qp.

Finally decided to build a mini ramp. Used 2x4’s not pressure treated. It’s 12’ wide by 24’ with a 6’ radius. Looking to finish on Tuesday.

I have a couple of questions and hope some of you can help.

1: I can’t afford Skatelite right now. What’s the best budget friendly top layer material? Was thinking Masonite (hardboard). But how can I weatherproof it?

2: Can buy two 6’ coping pipes instead of a single 12’? I just can’t find it anywhere close by.

Let me know what you guys think. Was able to build this from 10am to 7pm on Friday. Pretty stoked!

Hey guys, anyone here built a mini same size as Ben's ramp? Just curious what people think of the radius specifically as I can't make up my mind. Seems most of the manufacturers have a much more mellow radius. Thanks!

• 3.5' from ground to deck
• ~3' drop
• 6' radius
• 8' flat

Learning to Skate Mini Ramp with Ben Degros

About to start an outdoor ramp build with all pressure treated material but having a hard time sourcing PT 3/8 ply for the transitions. I'm in north part of NC so maybe a limitation in just my area? Thanks!