This week, the rain didn’t let up, and I barely managed to go out and capture new images. But on Sunday, the sun decided to show up, and I woke up early, at 5:30 AM, full of energy to spend another day skating. After a hearty breakfast, I headed to Praça XV, since I live nearby.

When I arrived, the square was empty, which made me a bit worried. But it wasn’t long before Tiago Madureira showed up, as if we had planned it. This meeting had been anticipated for a while, especially since his recovery.

The session was indescribable. Tiago showcased all his versatility, pulling off tricks of every style. In the end, we even had a chat.

"TIAGO TRINDADE, from Madureira, RJ, 37 years old, with a 33-year journey in skateboarding. Tiago says that over the years, he has seen the skate lifestyle transform in various ways and, fortunately, believes the trend is only getting better. Today, we have access to high-quality gear, which was practically impossible 25 years ago. This evolution has not only been in equipment but also in people's perceptions. In the past, we were seen as slackers and rebels, a marginalized group. Now, society views us with more respect, recognizing skateboarding as a legitimate sport and lifestyle. And beyond that, skateboarding has always been and continues to be my favorite toy, something that has brought me, and still brings me, unparalleled joy.”

I hope you enjoy these videos as much as I enjoyed filming them, and that you share the links with other skate lovers!

I thank those who have followed this story so far. I hope you enjoy the upcoming publications. To "give a moral," please share!