News 27 October 2015 1 min read

Fox News Story on Chair-Skater Robert Thompkins

Robert Tompkins is one of the most dedicated skaters you’ll ever find.  Overcoming a life changing injury Robert he turned his passion for skateboarding in to motivation and has spent over 8 years Chair skating in his custom made wheelchair.  Robert has been a part of Pro-Tec for years, using our helmets and pads to progress and push limits of what is possible in chair skating.  As a San Diego native and frequent local at many So Cal skateparks there is a good chance you may see Robert out during one of your own sessions.  Earlier this week Fox News did a piece on Robert Thompkins, who continues to spread the stoke doing chair-skating clinics, contests, motivating and inspiring generations young and old.  Watch the video and maybe find some inspiration yourself whether it be on or off your board.