FDR
16,000sqft DIY Park in Philadelphia
Est. 1995
Hours and Rules
April - October: 6:00am - 9:00pm, daily
November - March: 6:00am - 6:00pm, daily
Fee: No
Pads: None
Equipment rentals: No
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Overview
When it comes to DIY skate spots, FDR is the mecca. Whatever you’re imagining in your head, this place is bigger; not just in square footage but the ramps are huge, fast and steep. Just outside the main park is smaller “slappy” street area by the parking lot with a bunch of goofy obstacles.
One of the things that makes FDR so difficult to skate is that there’s no pre-defined flow. It’s like the park is what it is and you just have to deal with it. Another thing that’s tough is how much dead space there is in the middle of the park. You really need to be cruising to get from one side to the other without pushing.
Amenities
Riding Surface(s): Concrete
There is often debris on the park when you show up. There are typically brooms available to clear the ramps.
Bathroom: Porta
Drinking Water: No
Lights: No
Spectator Area(s): Standing Room
Along the far side of the park is a long wooden platform for spectators.
Onsite Shop: No
Parking: Lot
Builders
- DIY
